VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Little Learner Academy
5125 Hilderbrand Road, NW
Roanoke, VA 24012
(540) 566-4959

Current Inspector: Rebecca Forestier (540) 309-2835

Inspection Date: May 23, 2024

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

8VAC20-780 ADMINISTRATION 8VAC20-780 STAFF QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING 8VAC20-780 PHYSICAL PLANT 8VAC20-780 SPECIAL CARE PROVISIONS AND EMERGENCIES 8VAC20-770 BACKGROUND CHECKS 22.1 BACKGROUND CHECKS, CODE, CARBON MONOXIDE

Technical Assistance:

The Superintendent shall not issue a license to any child day center that is located in a building built prior to 1978 until he receives a written statement that the building has been inspected for asbestos, as defined by ? 2.2-1162, and in accordance with the regulations for initial asbestos inspections pursuant to the federal Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act, 40 C.F.R. Part 763 ? Asbestos Containing Materials in Schools. For buildings built before 1978, the following shall be submitted before the initial license is issued: 1. A written statement from a person licensed in Virginia as an asbestos inspector and management planner as required by ? 22.1-289.052 of the Code of Virginia and the requirements of the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (15 USC ? 2641 et seq.); and 2. A written statement that the response actions to abate any risk to human health have been or will be initiated in accordance with a specific schedule and plan as recommended by the asbestos management planner in accordance with ? 22.1-289.052 of the Code of Virginia. A notice regarding the presence and location of asbestos containing materials and advising that the asbestos inspection report and management plan are available for review shall be posted.

Comments:

An announced initial inspection was conducted on 05/25/2023 and 05/28/2024. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, staff qualifications and trainings, physical plant, emergencies, and nutrition. A total of 3 applicant records were reviewed. The center was evaluated to determine the license capacity and the emergency supplies and policy/procedures were reviewed. A recommendation for licensure will be made upon the correction of the non-compliance with the applicable standards. The inspector arrived for the inspection at 10:00 am and departed the center at 12:15 pm. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the provider.

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-780-270-A
Description:	8VAC20-780-270-A A1 Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that the areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. The following was observed in Classroom 1: sharp edges on the electric baseboard heaters; a long screw on the toilet that could snag skin; and peeling paint on the windowsills. 2. The following was observed in Classroom 2: sharp edges on the electric baseboard heaters; and dust/dirt/dead insects on the diaper changing surface. 3. The following was observed in Classroom 3: sharp edges on the electric baseboard heaters; and peeling paint on the windowsills. 4. The following was observed in Classroom 4: sharp edges on the electric baseboard heaters; there was not a cover over the threshold between the hard flooring and the carpet creating a tripping hazard; and peeling paint on the windowsills. 5. The paint on the handrails along the stairs to the lower level was peeling and exposed a rusty surface. The surface of the steps were bubbled creating a tripping hazard. 6. The following was observed in the gym area: the paint on the exit door frame was peeling, the door frame was deteriorated exposing rust and sharp edges; the water fountain was rusted and no longer anchored to the ground creating the potential for the water fountain to turn over; the carpet in front of the storage closed was visibly dirty and sticky; and there was peeling paint and the appearance of mold on the walls. 7. The following was observed on the lower level: a rusted broken cabinet hinge in the 2nd classroom that could snag skin; large screws sticking out of the hallway walls that could snag skin; the stall partition in the restroom was rusted; and there was missing flooring in a restroom.
Plan of Correction:	All necessary repairs will be made.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-540-E
Description:	Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that the required nonmedical emergency supplies were at the center. Evidence: There was not a working battery-operated flashlight on each floor of the building; and there was not a working battery-operated radio in each building.
Plan of Correction:	The supplies will be purchased.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-550-A
Description:	Based on document review, the center failed to ensure that the emergency preparedness plan shall contain all of the procedural components as required by the standards. Evidence: 1. The procedures for emergencies did into include the establishment of the center emergency officer and back-up officer to include 24-hour contact telephone number for each. 2. The evacuation procedures did not include the following information: assembly points, primary and secondary means of egress, and complete evacuation of the buildings; methods to ensure any health care needs to include medications and care plans, emergency contact information for staff, and supplies are taken to the assembly point or relocation site; and accommodations or special instructions for infants, toddlers and children with special needs to ensure their safety during evacuation or relocation. 3. The shelter-in-place procedure did not include the following information: primary and secondary means of access and egress; methods to ensure any health care needs to include medications and care plans, emergency contact information for staff, and supplies are taken to the assembly point or relocation site; accommodations or special instructions for infants, toddlers and children with special needs to ensure their safety during shelter-in-place; and procedures to reunite children with a parent or authorized person designated by the parent to pick up the child. 4 The lockdown procedures did not include the following information: facility containment procedures, such as closing of fire doors or other barriers, scenario applicability, assembly points, and methods to account for all children at their safe locations; accommodations or special instructions for infants, toddlers and children with special needs to ensure their safety during evacuation or relocation; and procedures to reunite children with a parent or authorized person designated by the parent to pick up the child. 5. The emergency preparedness plans did not include information regarding the continuity of operations to ensure that essential functions are maintained during an emergency.
Plan of Correction:	The model form will be used.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-550-I
Description:	Based on observations, the center failed to ensure that a 911 or local dial number for police, fire and emergency medical services and the number of the regional poison control center shall be posted in a visible place. Evidence: There was not a 911 or local dial number for police, fire and emergency medical services or the number of the regional poison control center posted at the center.
Plan of Correction:	Will post.