Lil Rascals Day Care Center

Regulation: 3270.23

Description: Parent Access & Participation

Noncompliance Area: On 11/13/25, staff #1 refused to release child #1 to the child's known parent despite the lack of any court documentation limiting the parental rights to access the child.

Correction Required: A parent of a child in care shall be permitted free access, without prior notice, throughout the center whenever children are in care, unless a court of competent jurisdiction has limited the parental right of access to the child and a copy of the order is on file at the facility. Opportunity shall be provided for parents to participate in the facility's program. The operator shall maintain a yearly file which documents general announcements to promote parent participation. The file shall be updated annually.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 9/17/25, staff #1 had a mandated reporter training that does not meet the requirements and, therefore is not approved. Staff #2 did not have NSOR (see code sheet for start date). Staff #3 did not have required out of state clearances.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #2 and #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: The wood on the half door to the 2nd room on the 2nd floor was split exposing screws.

Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: The fire alarm tests recorded were 7/24/25 and then 8/29/25, a period of greater than 30 days.

Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Regulation: 3270.133(5)

Description: Original label

Noncompliance Area: During an unannounced inspection on 3/6/25, there was cough syrup onsite for child #1 with an expiration date of 1/2025.

Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: As of the renewal inspection on 9/17/24, there was no continuity of operations plan as required by federal requirements at 45 CFR § 98.41(a)(1)(vii).

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: As of the renewal inspection on 9/17/24, staff #2 had 2 written references, however one was written by her sister.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Regulation: 3270.25(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: As of the renewal inspection on 9/17/24, the operator had not provided the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in the chapter electronically. The posted regulations were incomplete.

Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: As of the renewal inspection on 9/17/24, the emergency plan did not address accommodations for infants and toddlers, which are populations served at the facility.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

Regulation: 3270.27(e)

Description: Letter to parents

Noncompliance Area: As of the renewal inspection on 9/17/24, the letter provided to parents regarding the emergency plan did not include information on lockdown procedures, or accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with special needs, or children with chronic medical conditions.

Correction Required: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: As of the renewal inspection on 9/17/24, the most recent clearances for staff #1 (State Police clearance dated 3/14/24, FBI dated 5/22/24) contained charges. The clearances and rap sheet had not been submitted to the NE Regional Office for review. Staff #1 must be supervised until notified by the regional office.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Facility persons #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, & 9 did not complete the required health and safety training update by 12/30/22. Facility persons #1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 & 8 completed the training on 2/13/23. Facility persons # 2 & 9 completed the training on 2/14/23.

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Staff persons #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13 completed the required health and safety training prior to October 4, 2022, and have not completed the 1 hour health and safety training by December 30, 2022.

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Heatlh and Safety Professional Development Training updates required by OCDEL within the prescribed timeframe, December 30, 2022.

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

Noncompliance Area: Staff #2 does not have an initial health assessment on file.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: Staff #2 does not have two written nonfamily references on file.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: Staff #1 & 2 do not have signed documentation of initial emergency plan training.

Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: Staff #1 does not have a signed disclosure on file. Staff #2 does not have a signed disclosure on file, and is missing proof of NSOR clearance request prior to hire date.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 2 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: Facility has not completed fire system checks every 30 days, last documented test was 2/4/22.

Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. §  1016(c)).The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: Facility person #1's date of hire is 8/26/21. Facility person #1 has resided in Pennsylvania for approximately 1 year, prior lived in New York. Facility person #1 does not have proof of clearance requests or clearances from the state of New York.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection Cert Rep observed that the smoke detector system was tested on 8/19/21 and then again on 9/28/21 which is a span of 40 days which exceeds the requirement of testing every 30 days.

Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. §  1016(c)).The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Noncompliance Area: Facility person #1 had mandated reporter training dated 8/20/15, facility person #2 has mandated reporter training dated 8/27/20 and facility person #3 has mandated reporter training dated 8/14/20. All of these facility persons had previous mandated reporter training with dates during 4/2015. The previous training was more than 60 months old at the time it was updated and the facility was open and operating since receiving a waiver to continue to operator during Covid-19 pandemic.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).

Noncompliance Area: During the in-person inspection on 9/24/20, Rep observed an open window in the 1 yr old room that did not have a screen and an open window in the 2 yr old room that was open had a screen that had a hole in it.

Correction Required: Windows or doors used for ventilation shall be screened when open. Screens shall be in good repair.

Noncompliance Area: A daily schedule of activities is not posted in the infant room. Daily schedules will remain posted in all child care spaces.

Correction Required: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.

Noncompliance Area: Child #1 is 2 years 5 months old and has only 1 Hep A immunization on record. A medical or personal/religious exemption letter is not on file.

Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Noncompliance Area: AN expired Certificate of Compliance was posted in the facility.

Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance and a copy of the applicable regulations under which the facility is certified shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents, with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional day care office posted at the same location.

Noncompliance Area: Facility Persons #1 & #2 do not have proof of education on file at facility.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Noncompliance Area: Facility person #2 does not have 2 written, non-family references on file at facility.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person

Noncompliance Area: On 5/28/19 Facility Person #1, has a start date of 5/23/19 and does not have an FBI clearance or proof of request for FBI clearance or a signed disclosure statement on file at facility. Facility persons #2, #3 & #4 also do not have signed disclosure statements on file but have complete documentation for all three clearances.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Noncompliance Area: Observed to children 3 children napping on blankets with out mats or other resting equipment.

Correction Required: Bed linens may not be used alone as age-appropriate rest equipment.

Noncompliance Area: Children #1-#3 do not have addresses for release persons on emergency information forms.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Noncompliance Area: Facility person #2, was previously employed but left employment for a time and returned 9/11/17. At time of re-hire her health assessment on file is dated 3/1/16. The most recent health assessment is dated 7/5/18. At time of re-hire the health assessment on file was more than 1 year old. TB screening on file is dated 2/3/17 which is acceptable.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Noncompliance Area: Facility person #1, DOH 11/6/17, has a mandated reporter training dated 8/19/18 which is beyond the 90 provisional period.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).

Noncompliance Area: Observed bingo dabbers on a low shelf in the art area of the preschool room that are labeled "keep away from children". They also not labeled as non-toxic.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic.

Noncompliance Area: When Certification Rep was at facility to conduct a complaint investigation on 7/30/18, Rep observed a staff person walk down the hall, through the double doors into the foyer to open the outside door for the Rep. When Rep and facility person returned to the classroom, 9 preschool children were inside the room without a staff person. The facility person stated that there was no extra person to answer the door, however it was determined that an extra facility person was present in the building at that time.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. THE LEGAL ENTITY MUST ARRANGE FOR ALL FACILITY STAFF TO RECEIVE A MINIMUM OF 4 HOURS OF PQAS APPROVED TRAINING REGARDING SUPERVISION OF CHILDREN. IT DOES NOT MATTER IF THE PQAS APPROVED TRAINING IS DONE THROUGH REGIONAL KEY. THE LEGAL ENTITY MUST RECEIVE DHS APPROVAL OF THE TRAINING CONTENT PRIOR TO SCHEDULING THE TRAINING. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Noncompliance Area: Facility person #1, has an initial health assessment on file dated 7/5/17 but does not have results of a TB screening on file.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.

Noncompliance Area: Director does not keep a third copy of children's injury reports in a facility file. One copy is kept for child's file and another copy is given to parent.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses involving a child in care at the facility. The original report shall be given to the parent on the day of the incident. The second copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in an accident file. The third copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in the child's file.

Noncompliance Area: Facility person #1employed as an AGS but does not have a High School diploma or 2500 hours of experience on file.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.

Noncompliance Area: A COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION VERIFIED THAT ON 11/30/17 A PRESCHOOL CHILD LEFT THE PRESCHOOL ROOM AND WENT ACROSS THE HALL TO USE THE BATHROOM UNSUPERVISED BY A STAFF PERSON.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Noncompliance Area: OBSERVED HOLES AND FRAYING MATERIAL ON THE CUSHION COVER OF AN UPHOLSTERED CHAIR IN THE INFANT ROOM.

Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.

Noncompliance Area: OBSERVED 4 CHILDREN IN HIGH CHAIRS THAT WERE NOT BUCKLED IN WITH THE T-STRAP.

Correction Required: High chairs shall have a wide base and a T-shaped safety strap.

Noncompliance Area: OBSERVED 6 CHILDREN SLEEPING IN PACK & PLAYS THAT WERE LABELED FOR OTHER CHILDREN. REP CONFIRMED CHILDREN'S NAMES BY ASKING STAFF.

Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child`s parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

Noncompliance Area: OBSERVED 2 CHILDREN SLEEPING IN PACK & PLAYS THAT WERE UP AGAINST OTHER PACK & PLAYS AND DID NOT HAVE 2 FEET OF SPACE ON 3 SIDES.

Correction Required: At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.

Noncompliance Area: OBSERVED A 7 MONTH OLD SLEEPING IN A PACK & PLAY WITH A BOPPY PILLOW UNDER HIS HEAD & NECK. CHILD DOES NOT HAVE DOCTOR'S NOTE REGARDING SLEEP POSITION ON FILE AT FACILITY. ALSO OBSERVED 2 CHILDREN SLEEPING IN SWINGS.

Correction Required: Toys, bumper pads, or pillows may not be present in a crib while an infant is sleeping in the crib. Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility. THE LEGAL ENTITY MUST ARRANGE FOR ALL FACILITY STAFF TO RECEIVE A MINIMUM OF 2 HOURS OF PQAS APPROVED TRAINING REGARDING SAFE SLEEP FOR INFANTS. IT DOES NOT MATTER IF THE PQAS APPROVED TRAINING IS DONE THROUGH REGIONAL KEY. THE LEGAL ENTITY MUST RECEIVE DHS APPROVAL OF THE TRAINING CONTENT PRIOR TO SCHEDULING THE TRAINING.

Noncompliance Area: WHEN REP ARRIVED AT FACILITY, 8 INFANTS AND 3 YOUNG TODDLERS WERE PRESENT IN THE INFANT ROOM WITH 2 STAFF PERSONS. ONE OF THE STAFF THEN LEFT THE ROOM FOR A FEW MINUTES LEAVING 1 STAFF PERSON WITH ALL OF THE CHILDREN. DIRECTOR REPORTED THAT A STAFF PERSON HAD CALLED OUT SICK HER REPLACEMENT HAD LEFT ILL ALSO.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in 3270.51 (relating to similar age level).

Noncompliance Area: Certification Rep observed an infant sleeping in a swing, also observed an infant sleeping in a bouncy seat.

Correction Required: Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility.

Noncompliance Area: Facility person #2 does not have proof of a TB screening on file. Date of hire 9/5/17.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.

Noncompliance Area: Facility person #1 does not have proof of education on file.

Correction Required: A facility person`s record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.