VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Kidz Comfort Zone II Learning Academy LLC
795 Pilot House Drive
Newport news, VA 23606
(757) 586-5932

Current Inspector: Tiffany Jones (757) 403-3045

Inspection Date: Nov. 21, 2022

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

8VAC20-780 Administration. 8VAC20-780 Staff Qualifications and Training. 8VAC20-780 Physical Plant. 8VAC20-780 Programs. 8VAC20-780 Special Care Provisions and Emergencies 8VAC20-780 Special Services. 8VAC20-820 THE LICENSE. 8VAC20-770 Background Checks (8VAC20-770) 20 Access to minor?s records 22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide 63.2 Child Abuse & Neglect

Comments:

An initial inspection was initiated and concluded on Monday, November 21, 2022.The licensing inspector completed an in person inspection at the facility to review compliance of licensing standards including physical plant, programs, special care provisions and emergencies, and special services. There were observations of age appropriate equipment and materials to ensure health and safety for the designated age groups for this program. The LI reviewed all initial application required attachments including background checks, qualifications, and program's policy/procedures were completed. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. If there are any questions regarding this inspection please contact inspector, Tiffany Harris 757-403-3045.

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-780-270-A
Description:	Based on observations at the center, the center did not ensure all areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside are maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: During the inspection on November 21, 2022, there were observations of peeling paint on windows sills, door ways, and walls throughout the 2 years, 3 &4 years, and Infant classrooms.
Plan of Correction:	The center will ensure all areas inside classrooms are painted by 11/27/22.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-330-B
Description:	Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure where playground equipment is to provide resilient surfacing under equipment with moving parts or climbing apparatus to create fall zone free of hazardous obstacles. Evidence: During the inspection on November 21, 2022, there was no resilient surfacing observed under equipment on the playground areas. Interview with staff confirmed no use of resilient surfacing at this time.
Plan of Correction:	The center will ensure resilient surfacing (mulch) is installed on playground area by 11/27/22
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-450-A
Description:	Based on observation, the center did not ensure all infant cribs have appropriate bottom cover. Evidence: In the Infant room, there were observation of four infant cribs with loosely fitted bottom covers on the mattresses.
Plan of Correction:	The center will purchase items to ensure all crib sheets are fitted on crib mattresses.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-500-B
Description:	Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure the diapering area contained all requirements. Evidence: In the Infant room, 16 months, and 2 years classrooms where diapering areas were observed, there were no leakproof covered receptacle for soiled linens and plastic lined storage system that is foot operated for disposable diapers. Interview with staff confirmed these required items for diapering areas were not available during the inspection.
Plan of Correction:	The center will purchase all missing items and place in the diapering areas.