An investigation was initiated with local agency department of social services to initiate a complaint regarding forbidden actions and behavioral guidance on 06/06/2022 from 10:00 am - 11:00 am. Interviews were conducted, documentation and video footage was reviewed. The investigation regarding forbidden actions and behavioral guidance is determined to be valid.
The violation notice regarding this investigation is attached. If you have questions regarding this inspection you may contact Sharon Allen at 540-272-2941 or sharon.allen@doe.virginia.gov.
Based on interviews and review of video footage it was determined that behavioral guidance was not always constructive in nature, and age and stage appropriate. Evidence: On 06/01/2022 at 8:42 am, child A (Age: 10 years) is seen stepping onto a chair attached to a table in the cafeteria. The reaction of staff A to this behavior was to strike the child on the right arm and redirected the child to the stage by moving the child by the back of their neck. Staff A briefly speaks to child A regarding the incident and instructs the child to sit down at the table alone.
Plan of Correction:
Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:
8VAC20-780-410-1
Complaint related:
Yes
Description:
Based on interviews and observation of video footage it was determined that staff engaged in a forbidden action. Evidence: On 06/01/2022 at 8:42 am, child A (Age: 10 years) can be seen stepping on the chair attached to a cafeteria table. Staff A is then seen striking child A on the right arm and moving the child towards the stage by the back of the neck. When child A attempts to move away from the stage, staff A can be seen pulling the child back by the arm. Staff A then has a brief conversation with the child and the child moves to sit down at the table.
Plan of Correction:
Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
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