Childrens Ark Creative Learning Center · 3550 Laketon Rd, Pittsburgh

The updates to the NSOR Certificates on file for Staff Person #2 exceeded 60 months between Certificates dated 3.13.20 and 8.27.25. The updates to the PA Child Abuse and FBI Clearances on file for Staff Person #3 exceeded 60 months. This is evidenced by PA Child Abuse Clearances being dated 9.10.19 and 4.8.25 and FBI Clearances being dated 9.14.19 and 4.9.25.

In the upstairs PreK Classroom, 2 pairs of adult scissors were observed in a cup on a lower cubby. The scissors were accessible to Preschool children receiving care in the space.

In the mid-level 3-4 classroom 4 windows in the classroom and 1 window in the restroom were observed to be missing a restriction to limit the opening to less than 6 inches. In the upstairs PreK room 4 windows were observed to be missing a restriction to limit the opening to less than 6 inches. All windows were above the ground floor.

The first aid kit in the downstairs School Age Classroom was observed to be hanging from hooks on a low bulletin board. The first aid kit would be accessible to school age children who receive care in the space.

One drawer in the Rolling Cart in the upstairs PreK Classroom was observed to have a crack that caused a potential pinch point.

The updates to the health reports on file for Child #1, a preschool age child, exceeded 12 months between reports dated 5.17.22 and 3.10.25. The updates to the health reports on file for Child #2, a preschool age child, exceeded 12 months between reports dated 6.15.23 and 9.3.24.

The file for Child #3 lacked an immunization record. Child #3 has exceeded 60 days since their enrollment at the facility (refer to LIS code sheet).

The most recent health report on file for Staff Person #1 was dated 5.23.23. The most recent health report on file for Staff Person #2 was dated 3.8.23. A current health report that had been completed within the last 24 months was not on file for Staff Person #1 or #2. The file for Staff Person #3 lacked an initial health report within 12 months prior to starting at the facility. The health report on file was dated 508 days after starting at the facility.

The file for Staff Person #3 lacked an initial tuberculosis screening within 12 months prior to starting in a child care taking position at the facility. The health report on file that included the tuberculosis screening results was dated 508 days after starting in a child care taking position at the facility.

The current menu was not posted in a conspicuous location at the facility.

The facility lacked verification that the emergency plan had been submitted to the local municipality and the county emergency management agency.

The file for Child #3 lacked an initial health assessment and the child has exceeded 60 days since their enrollment date (refer to LIS code sheet).

A copy of the current comprehensive liability insurance policy was not on file at the facility at the time of the inspection.

The fire safety training on file for Staff Person #3 was not completed within 12 months of their documented hire date. The fire safety training on file was completed 602 days after their documented hire date.

The files for Children #1, #2, #3 and #4 lacked documentation of a current approved developmental assessment that had been completed within the last 6 months. The child service report on file for Child #1 lacked a date to verify compliance. The most recent child service report on file for Child #2 was dated 8.27.24 and the most recent child service report for Child #3 was dated 6.20.23. The file for Child #4 lacked a child service report.

The update to the emergency contact forms and financial agreements on file for Child #2 exceeded 6 months between 9.8.24 and 8.18.25. The update to the emergency contact form for Child #4 has exceeded 6 months since last review on 2.13.25.

The file for Staff Person #1 lacked verification of experience to qualify them for the position they were identified to perform.

The file for Staff Person #3 lacked verification that they had completed pediatric first aid and CPR training within 90 days of their documented hire date. The pediatric first aid and CPR training on file was completed 602 days after their documented hire date.

At approximately 10:20 am when completing the initial supervision and ratio check, the preschool classroom was observed to have 8 children sitting quietly on the carpet with no adult supervising them. After approximately 1 minute, Staff person #1 emerged from the restroom to complete the supervision and ratio check.

At approximately 10:20 am when completing the initial supervision and ratio check, the preschool classroom was observed to have 8 children sitting quietly on the carpet with no adult supervising them. After approximately 1 minute, Staff person #1 emerged from the restroom to complete the supervision and ratio check.

At approximately 10:20 am when completing the initial supervision and ratio check, the preschool classroom was observed to have 8 children sitting quietly on the carpet with no adult supervising them. After approximately 1 minute, Staff person #1 emerged from the restroom to complete the supervision and ratio check.

The first-aid kit in the school age room was missing tape.

The sink in the restroom outside of the 4/yo classroom in the basement was missing a handwashing sign.

There was no documented emergency drill on file at the facility.

The health assessments on file for Child #1 was dated 6/23/23, more than 60 days from their enrollment date (SEE LIS SHEET). The health assessments on file for Child #2 was dated 10/19/22, more than 60 days from their enrollment date (SEE LIS SHEET). The health assessments on file for Child #3 was dated 8/23/24, more than 60 days from their enrollment date (SEE LIS SHEET). The health assessments on file for Child #4 was dated 11/20/23, more than 60 days from their enrollment date (SEE LIS SHEET).

Based on a conversation with the operator, the Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma Prevention policy and Continuity of Operations policy have not been developed or implemented

The file for Staff person #2 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 8/19/24, after the expiration date of 3/21/24.Staff person #4 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR. The training was completed on 3/16/24.

The files for Staff #1 did not contain documentation of an updated Fire Safety training (SEE LIS CODE SHEET). The most recent fire safety training was dated 11/21/22.

The staff evaluation on file for staff person #1 was not signed by the director.

The file for staff person #4 did not contain any verification of experience to qualify them as an assistant group supervisor.

The agreement on file for Child #1 and Child #2 was the original and not a copy.

The following children's records indicated that there were more than 6 months between the parent review of the emergency contact information and financial agreement: Child #2 (EC 9/1/2022 - 8/21/2024), Child #4 (EC 6/1/23-8/30/24 & FA 12/1/2023 - 8/30/24), Child #5 (EC & FA 8/23/2023-9/8/2024).

The file for Staff #3 (see IS Code Sheet), contained an FBI clearance dated 10.29.21, and no application was available. The file for Staff #4 contained State Police clearances dated 6.11.14 and 9.18.19, Child Abuse clearances dated 6.17.14 and 9.27.19, FBI clearances dated 6.6.14 and 9.20.19, and Mandated Reporter trainings dated 5.12.15 and 6.14.21, which exceeded the 60-month renewal requirement.

The file for Staff #2 did not contain documentation of Emergency Plan training within 90 days of hire.

In the fenced-in outdoor play space, the gate would not stay closed, as there was not a working latch on the wooden gate, creating an egress for children to exit the play space onto the road.

In the upper level, Pre-K room, there was nothing to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches, on any of the six (6) windows, which are accessible to children in care. In the mid-level, 3s/4s room, there was nothing to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches, on any of the three (3) windows, which are accessible to children in care. In the mid-level restroom, there was nothing to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches on the window, which is accessible to children in care.

There were no adhesive bandages, located in the first-aid kit, in the 3s/4s room (lower level).

A handwashing sign was not posted at the sink in the Pre-K room. A handwashing sign was not posted at the sink in the 3s/4s room (mid-level).

In the outdoor play space, there was a broken, plastic, brown toy container, which was approximately 6" x 12", which created a scraping/cutting hazard for children in care.

The Immunization Records, in the files for Child #1 and Child #2, did not contain documentation of the Influenza vaccination or a letter of exemption.

The file for Staff #3 contained Health Assessments dated 8.10.21 and 9.8.23, which exceeded the 24-month renewal requirement.

The file for Staff # 4 contained documentation of the 1-hour, Health & Safety Update, on 3.27.23, which was due by 12.30.22.

The file for Staff #1 contained documentation of Pediatric First-Aid/CPR trainings on 2.23.20 and 3.21.22, which exceeded the expiration of the 2020 certificate. The file for Staff #4 contained documentation of Pediatric First-Aid/CPR trainings on 6.4.15, 9.21.19, and 3.21.22, which exceeded the expirations of the 2015 and 2019 certificates.

The file for Staff #1 contained documentation of Fire Safety training on 4.16.22 and 8.11.23, which exceeded the annual renewal requirement. The file for Staff #4 contained documentation of Fire Safety training on 5.21.21 and 8.11.23, which exceeded the annual renewal requirement.

The files for Staff #3 and Staff #4 did not contain documentation of a written evaluation in 2022.

The file for staff #1 (See IS Code Sheet) who was hired as a group supervisor was still within the allowable 90 days from the date of hire to receive the Pediatric First Aid/CPR Training, but was observed working in the four-year-old room unsupervised. Staff #1 had not completed the Pediatric First Aid/CPR trainings.

The file for staff #1 (See IS Code Sheet) contained an NSOR application date of 9-22-2022 which exceeded the mandatory date to apply for the clearance. The file for staff #2 (See IS Code Sheet) contained a State Police Clearance application date of 11-4-2022, a Child Abuse Clearance application date of 11-4-2022, and an FBI Clearance application date of 11-7-2022 all of which exceeded the mandatory date to apply for the clearances.

In the front entryway of the facility, a white extension cord contained an outlet which did not have an outlet cover and was accessible to children 5 years and younger.

Located downstairs, an unlocked closet contained a can of Glidden Paint and on the label, it stated: "Keep out of reach of children."

In the school age room, the three-year-old room, the four-year-old room, and five-year-old room the first aid kit was observed on a low shelf and was accessible to children in care. In the downstairs hallway, a first aid kit was hanging on a hook and was accessible to children in care.

The downstairs restroom did not have a lidded waste receptacle.

The file for child #1, child #2 and child #3 did not contain an Influenza Vaccine which was due 60 days after the date of enrollment.

The file for staff #1 (See IS Code Sheet) contained an initial health assessment date of 9-8-2022 which exceeded the date of hire to receive the health assessment.

The file for staff #1 (See IS Code Sheet) contained a Tuberculosis screening test which exceeded the mandatory date to receive the test.

The file for staff #3 (See IS Code Sheet) contained a Health and Safety Training date of 5-22-2022 which exceeded the mandatory 90 days to receive the training.

The school age room did not have a daily activities schedule posted.

The file for child #1, child #2 and child #3 did not contain an Influenza Vaccine which was due 60 days after the date of enrollment.

The emergency plan did not contain a continuity of care section.

The front entryway door had observable brown peeling paint around the frame.

The facility did not have a policy and procedure to share with staff and families that included strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child, and addressing the prevention and identification of child mistreatment.