VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Annandale United Methodist Weekday Preschool & Early Learning Pr
6935 Columbia Pike
Annandale, VA 22003
(703) 256-1100

Current Inspector: Leslie Perez (703) 537-6013

Inspection Date: Oct. 6, 2022

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

8VAC20-780 Administration. 8VAC20-780 Staff Qualifications and Training. 8VAC20-780 Physical Plant. 8VAC20-780 Staffing and Supervision. 8VAC20-780 Programs. 8VAC20-780 Special Care Provisions and Emergencies 8VAC20-780 Special Services. 8VAC20-770 Background Checks (8VAC20-770) 22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide 63.2 Child Abuse & Neglect

Technical Assistance:

Discussed with the program Director, background checks and rest time.

Comments:

An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted today from 12:15pm-2:00pm. There were 8 children directly supervised by 3 staff. The physical plant, 4 staff records, 4 children?s records, medications, evacuation drills, emergency supplies, and policies were inspected. Children were observed, napping and transitioning from their classroom to the playground. There was an adequate supply of materials for the children. The center was clean and organized. Areas of non-compliance are identified on the Violation Notice. If you have any questions regarding this inspection, please contact the Licensing Inspector, Maria Soto at maria.soto@doe.virginia.gov or (571) 835-5058.

Violations:

Standard #:	22.1-289.035-A
Description:	Based on record review, the center did not obtain for each staff member, repeat central registry checks every five years as required. Evidence: 1.Staff #1's record contains a central registry check that was completed on 7/19/2017. 2.Staff #2's record contains a central registry check that was completed on 10/16/2017. 3.Staff #3's record contains a central registry check that expired on 11/4/2021, the results were not obtained until 9/9/2022.
Plan of Correction:	Director re-read background procedures and discussed with Executive Director. A system was put in place to ensure timely background checks completed and maintained. All background checks were processed before inspection and Director will follow up with Central Registry and continue to maintain procedure on-going in a timely fashion. Staff 1 - Background checks will be maintained per licensing procedures and on-going. Completed and submitted to Central Registry August 2022, returned by CR for application error submitted on October 4, 2022. Staff 2 - Background checks will be maintained per licensing procedures and on-going. Completed and submitted to Central Registry August 2022, returned by CR for application error submitted October 7, 2022. Staff member was not working at the Center during 2021 - 2022 program year due to COVID lay-offs, returned September 2022. Staff 3 - Background checks will be maintained per licensing procedures and on-going. Staff member was not working at Center during 2021 - 2022 program year due to COVID lay offs, staff member returned September 2022, at that time the Background check was completed, and submitted to CR received as of September 2022.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-40-E
Description:	Based on observation and interview, the center failed to ensure that the operational responsibilities of the licensee shall ensure that the facilities are maintained in compliance with the terms of the current license issued by the department. Evidence: On the day of the inspection 10/6/2022, four children were observed in classroom #117. 1.The terms of the current license issued by the department state, "Rooms 117 and 208 are restricted to children over the age of 2 1/2 years." 2. Review of records and interviews confirmed that all children occupying classroom #117 during the inspection, were under the age of 2 1/2 years.
Plan of Correction:	Classroom relocated to Room 206, the interpretation of license by new Center Director was not clear. Worked with Licensing Representative to obtain official documents and clarification on space usage. Classroom space will only be utilized by age appropriateness as designated on license, currently and in the future.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-60-A
Description:	Based on record review, children's records did not all contain required information. Evidence: 1.Child #1's record is missing the house number and the street name for one emergency contact. 2.Child #3's record is missing documentation of viewing proof of the child's identity and age.
Plan of Correction:	Child #1 - Parent updated the missing housing number and the street name for emergency contact, corrected immediately. Child #2 - Parent submitted proof of identity, corrected immediately. Will maintain proper file management and enrollment procedures as required.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-280-B
Description:	Based on observation, hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were not kept locked using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: In classroom #117, a spray bottle of bleach and water and a container of Comet cleaning powder were observed unlocked in a cabinet above the sink.
Plan of Correction:	Staff was immediately counseled and trained on proper health and safety procedures and will receive on-going training to ensure compliance.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-360-A
Description:	Based on observation and interview, activities provided were not age and stage appropriate. Evidence: 1.Upon entering classroom #117, at approximately 12:30pm, 3 children were observed resting on mats while Staff #1 was observed cleaning the classroom. 2.The Licensing Inspector then observed that Staff #1 walked towards a car seat that was on the floor near the entrance door of the classroom and proceeded to remove Child #1 from the car seat. 3.Staff #1 stated that Child #1 was placed in their car seat because they needed to finish cleaning up the classroom and they were not able to clean while the child was awake, as Child #1 would not stay on their mat.
Plan of Correction:	Staff was redirected and counseled with a training plan developed. Staff will receive training on appropriate daily activities, quite activities and appropriateness during naps.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-450-A
Description:	Based on observation, rest mats used by children did not have a bottom cover. Evidence: During naptime, 2 children were observed resting on mats without bottom covers.
Plan of Correction:	Children will use appropriate bedding during napping. Corrected immediately and will be maintained on-going.