Blue Mountain Childcare
27018 Lee Hwy.
Abingdon, VA 24211
(276) 525-1332
Current Inspector: Katie Gifford (276) 698-9981
Inspection Date: July 5, 2023
Complaint Related: No
- Areas Reviewed:
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8VAC20-780 Programs
- Comments:
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Unannounced inspections were conducted on 7/5/23 & 7/6/23 based on information reported to the licensing office by the facility concerning
care of the children.
Based on information reported during interviews, there is evidence to support the allegation. A violation notice will be issued.
- Violations:
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Standard #: 8VAC20-780-410-1 Description: Based on interviews and documentation, the
facility failed to ensure that staff do not use
physical punishment.
Evidence:
On Monday 6/12/23 (time unknown), staff # 1
?popped? child #1 on the bottom in response to
child #1 throwing things and running around
the room. Three staff reported that child #1
who wears a diaper, did not react, and kept
running.Plan of Correction: 1. Training on proper discipline was
provided to all staff in July 2023.
2. Additional coaching will be provided
by United Way representatives for
Infants and Toddler Specialists as well
as coaching for the 3-5 age group
teachers and will be ongoing.
3. The staff involved in the incident will
no longer be alone with children and
will always be in a group setting.
Disclaimer:
A compliance history is in no way a rating for a facility.
The online compliance history includes only information after July 1, 2003. In addition, the online compliance history includes information regarding adverse actions that may be the subject of a pending appeal. An adverse action is not final until a provider has exhausted or waived all due process rights. For compliance history prior to July 1, 2003, or information regarding the status of pending adverse actions, please contact the Licensing Inspector listed in the facility's information. The Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) is not responsible for any errors in or omissions from the compliance history information.
