VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Word of Life Outreach Ministries
14605 Woods Edge Road
South chesterfield, VA 23834
(804) 530-1150

VDSS Contact: Molly Muscat (804) 588-2367

Inspection Date: Oct. 18, 2021

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

63.2(17) License & Registration Procedures 22VAC40-191 Background Checks for Child Welfare Agencies

Technical Assistance:

N/A

Comments:

A code compliance inspection was conducted Thursday, October 18, 2021. The inspection was initiated at approximately 10:10 AM and concluded at approximately 12:20 PM. There were eight children present, ranging in ages from two to four years, with two staff supervising. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, physical plant, staffing and supervision, and medication. A total of two children?s records and three staff records were reviewed. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliances with applicable code sections and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. If you have any questions, please contact the licensing inspector at (804) 840-8260.

Violations:

Standard #:	63.2(17)-1716-A-8
Description:	Based on record review and interview, the center failed to implement a procedure ensuring that a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certified person is present at the center whenever children are present. Evidence: 1. A review of three staff records was completed. Staff #1, Staff #2 and Staff #3 records contained documentation showing the CPR certification expired on 10/03/2021. 2. Staff #1 and Staff #2 were the only staff on-site during the inspection. 2. Staff #2 stated they do have a policy to ensure at least one staff member is present at all times with current CPR certification but did not realize the CPR certification had expired.
Plan of Correction:	I will call the trainer and schedule CPR training as soon as possible.
Standard #:	63.2(17)-1716-B-1
Description:	Based on observation and interviews, the center failed to establish and implement a procedure to ensure children wash hands after toileting. Evidence: 1. Children were observed taking bathroom breaks before going outside to play. Six children were observed using the bathroom and not washing their hands. 2. Staff #1 was observed putting hand sanitizer on the children?s hands. 3. Staff #1 stated the children do not wash their hands after using the bathroom and hand sanitizer is always put on the children?s hands after coming out of the bathroom. 4. Staff #2 stated it is the center?s policy for children to wash their hands after toileting but recently they have been using hand sanitizer instead of having the children wash their hands after the children use the bathroom.
Plan of Correction:	We will make sure the children start washing their hands again after using the bathroom.
Standard #:	63.2(17)-1716-B-5
Description:	Based on observation, the center did not ensure all areas of the premises accessible to children were free of obvious injury hazards. Evidence: 1. An approximately 30 foot long blue cable was observed laying on the ground creating a tripping and choking hazard. 2. A metal mesh grate was observed propped up against the building. The metal grate was broken with sharp edges protruding. 3. Children were observed playing on the outdoor playground during the inspection.
Plan of Correction:	I will remove these items from the playground.