VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Magda Torrico
6015 Langston
Arlington, VA 22205
(703) 538-6121

Current Inspector: Christina Bakonyi (571) 596-3655

Inspection Date: Aug. 2, 2024

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

8VAC20-800 Administration 8VAC20-800 Personnel 8VAC20-800 Household Members 8VAC20-800 Physical Health of Caregivers and Household Members 8VAC20-800 Caregiver Training 8VAC20-800 Physical Equipment and Environment 8VAC20-800 Care of Children 8VAC20-800 Preventing the Spread of Disease 8VAC20-800 Medication Administration 8VAC20-800 Emergencies 8VAC20-800 Nutrition 8VAC20-770 Background Checks 20 Access to minor's records 22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide 54.1 Provider must be MAT certified to administer prescription medication. 63.2 Child abuse and neglect

Technical Assistance:

?**Effective January 1, 2025, the VDOE will begin determining compliance with ? 22.1-289.057 of the Code of Virginia, which is legislation passed by the General Assembly in 2020. The law requires all licensed child day programs, religious exempt child day centers that serve preschool age children, and certified preschools to test potable drinking water. The law requires that programs submit their plans and test results to the Virginia Department of Health Office of Drinking Water (VDH ODW) and the Superintendent. If the results of the testing indicate elevated lead levels, the program shall remediate, retest, and resubmit results to VDH ODW and the Superintendent. There is an additional alternative bottled water option that comes with additional requirements. The statutory requirement can be found online at https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title22.1/chapter14.1/section22.1-289.057/. Resources are now available for providers on the "What's New" webpage on the ChildCareVA website at https://www.childcare.virginia.gov/providers/what-s-new. The provider is reminded that a complete renewal application must be submitted prior to expiration of the license on February 20, 2025. Renewal applications should be submitted through the online portal available on the public website at childcareva.com.

Comments:

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated on August 2, 2024 and completed on August 2, 2024, as a part of the current licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 10:25am and ended at 11:20am. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 9 children present and 3 staff. The inspector reviewed 4 children?s records and 3 staff records on-site. This inspection included: ? document review of policies and procedures, emergency drill logs, medication administration logs, authorization forms, and postings as required, ? tour of the facility, ? interviews, and observation of children playing in group. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law, and violations are documented on the violation notice issued to the program.

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-800-780-B
Description:	Based on record review, the provider did not ensure to annually review with the parents required emergency contact information, to ensure the information is correct and obtain the parent's signed acknowledgment of the review. Evidence: The record for Child #2 (date of enrollment 1/18/21) did not have an updated annual review, the most recent review date was signed on July 10, 2023.
Plan of Correction:	I will have parent review and update information today at pick up.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-60-B
Description:	Based on record review, children's records did not contain required information. Evidence: Child #1's record (Start date-12-8-19) was missing the parent's employer, employer's address and phone number.
Plan of Correction:	I will have parent provide employer information today at pick up.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-280
Description:	Based on observation, potentially poisonous substances, materials and supplies such as, but not limited to, cleaning agents, disinfectants, and pesticides were not stored in areas inaccessible to children. Evidence: Hand sanitizer, diaper cream, and petroleum jelly were stored within reach of children on the changing table.
Plan of Correction:	Hazardous substances will be moved immediately out of reach of children.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-690-D
Description:	Based on observation the center failed to ensure that a nonabsorbent and washable surface for diapering or changing is being used. Evidence: The cover for the diapering surface was made of a fabric and is absorbent.
Plan of Correction:	A new non-absorbent, washable surface will be provided for the changing table.