Current Inspector:
Brandie Viscayda
(757) 636-3427
Inspection Date:
May 15, 2024
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 8VAC20-820 THE LICENSE. 8VAC20-820 THE LICENSING PROCESS. 8VAC20-770 Background Checks (8VAC20-770) 20 Access to minor?s records 22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide 63.2 Child Abuse & Neglect
Technical Assistance:
Technical assistance was provided and licensing standards were discussed with the director regarding, physical plant (indoors and outdoors) 8VAC20-780-270, procedures for emergencies- 8VAC20-780-500 and food and nutrition services. 8VAC20-780-560.
Effective January 1, 2025, the VDOE will begin determining compliance with ? 22.1-289.057 of the Code of Virginia, which is legislation passed by the General Assembly in 2020. The law requires all licensed child day programs, religious exempt child day centers that serve preschool age children, and certified preschools to test potable drinking water. The law requires that programs submit their plans and test results to the Virginia Department of Health Office of Drinking Water (VDH ODW) and the Superintendent. If the results of the testing indicate elevated lead levels, the program shall remediate, retest, and resubmit results to VDH ODW and the Superintendent. There is an additional alternative bottled water option that comes with additional requirements. The statutory requirement can be found online at https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title22.1/chapter14.1/section22.1-289.057/.
Resources are now available for providers on the "What's New" webpage on the ChildCareVA website at https://www.childcare.virginia.gov/providers/what-s-new.
Comments:
An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted on May 15, 2024 from 2:00pm to 6:20pm. At the time of the inspection there were 80 children in care and 13 staff members. Children were observed participating in various activities including nap, outside play and snack. Records were reviewed for nine children and six staff members. Evacuation drills, emergency supplies and other required records and postings were reviewed. The information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice and discussed with the director during the exit interview.
REPEAT VIOLATION Based on observation, interview and record review, the center did not ensure that the center shall maintain, in a way that is accessible to all staff who work with children, a current written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions documented in the allergy plan. This list shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. Evidence: 1. The allergies, sensitivities and dietary restrictions written in each room only included those children who were assigned to a particular room. 2. Staff #1 confirmed that the there was not a current list including all children?s allergies, sensitivities and dietary restrictions in each classroom accessible to staff.
Plan of Correction:
Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:
8VAC20-780-70
Description:
Based on record review, the center did not ensure that all staff records include documentation to demonstrate that the individual possesses the education, certification, and experience required by the job position, and orientation and training as required in 8VAC20-780-240 and 8VAC20-780-245. Evidence: 1. Staff #2, Staff #3, Staff #4, Staff #5, Staff #6 and Staff # 7 did not receive training in Daily Health Observation. 2. Staff #1 confirmed that the staff have not received training in Daily Health Observation.
Plan of Correction:
Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:
8VAC20-780-270-A
Description:
Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a safe condition. Evidence: 1. The Pre-K (pink) three year old room had peeling paint on the wall accessible to children. 2. The Pre-K (pink) three year old room had a box of rubber gloves accessible to children stored on the wall of the bathroom, creating a potential choking hazard. 3. The Pre-K (orange) four year old room had large zip loc bags stored under the children?s cots while they were sleeping, creating a potential suffocation hazard. 4. Staff #1 confirmed that the above physical plant hazards were present in the rooms.
Plan of Correction:
Wall has been painted. Cabinets have been established for napping material bags.
Standard #:
8VAC20-780-280-B
Description:
Based on observation and interview the center did not ensure that Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, insecticides, and pesticides shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. The Kindergarten room had hand sanitizer bottles labeled ?keep out of reach of children? unlocked and accessible to children. 2. The Pre-K (green) four year old room had cans of disinfectant spray, canisters of sanitizing wipes and bottles of shaving cream labeled ?keep out of reach of children? stored in unlocked cabinets accessible to children. 3. The Pre-K (pink) three year old room had a bottle of hand sanitizer labeled, ?keep out of reach of children? on the counter that was accessible to children. 4. The Pre-K (purple) three year old room had a bottle of hand sanitizer labeled, ?keep out of reach of children? on a shelf that was accessible to children. 5. The Pre-K (red) four year old room had a bottle lotion, three bottles of room spray and a bottle of white out all containing the label, ?keep out of reach of children? stored on a shelf accessible to children. 6. Staff #1 confirmed that the above hazardous materials were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevented access by children.
Plan of Correction:
They have been removed and locked up. A message has been sent to all staff informing them of the severity and that Blue Ribbon takes these matters seriously. I will include this check during my walk throughs to ensure this becomes a habit.
Standard #:
8VAC20-780-430-I
Description:
Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that if combs, toothbrushes, or other personal articles are used, they shall be individually assigned. Evidence: 1. The Pre-K (pink) three year old room had a tube of toothpaste stored in a cabinet that was not labeled with a name. 2. Staff #1 confirmed that the tube of toothpaste was not labeled with a name, and was not aware of who it belonged to.
Plan of Correction:
Toothpaste has been labeled. A message has been sent to all staff informing them to label materials sent in by parents to avoid mixups. I will also be including this check during my walk throughs to ensure this becomes a habit.
Standard #:
8VAC20-780-560-F
Description:
Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that a menu listing foods to be served for meals and snacks during the current one-week period shall be dated; posted in a location conspicuous to parents or given to parents; list any substituted food; and be kept on file for one week at the center. Evidence: 1. The center serves breakfast, lunch and snack, however, the menu posted lists only meals being served for lunch. 2. Staff #1 confirmed that the center?s food menu only includes what is served for lunch.
Plan of Correction:
Menu has been updated to include all meals served at the center.
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