8VAC20-780 Physical Plant. 8VAC20-780 Staffing and Supervision.
Comments:
An unannounced inspection was initiated on 7/12/2024 and completed on 7/12/2024 in response to a complaint received by the licensing office on 7/11/2024 relating to allegations of supervision of children and, care and protection. This inspection included tour of the facility, interviews and reviewing of product specifications.
The preponderance of evidence gathered during the investigation supports the allegation; therefore, the complaint is determined to be valid. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and the violations are documented on the violation notice issued to the program.
Please complete the plan of correction (POC) and date to be corrected sections for each violation cited on the violation notice. Specify how the deficient practice will be or has been corrected. Submit your POC within five (5) business days from today, which will be the close of business on 7/25/2024. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.
Based on interviews the center did not ensure care and protection for children at all times.
Evidence: 1.On 07/12/2024, a total of eight staff were interviewed , whom confirmed that the center was being painted during the hours of operation for at least four hours, for two consecutive business days. 2.Staff reported concerns for the infant children, as infants are unable to report effects and express themselves. 3.Staff also reported concerns for two asthmatic children in the facility, and that the fumes were strong in those classroom areas. 4.The paint manufacturer was contacted and stated that it is not recommended to paint in areas with infant children. During painting, rooms should be well ventilated and following completion of paint job, allow 3-4 hours until children are allowed into freshly painted rooms. 5. Administrative staff acknowledged that it was not a safe choice to paint during the hours of operation.
Plan of Correction:
Building will no longer be painted during operational hours. Contractors understand and will be painting after operational hours to ensure a safe environment for our children and staff.
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