VDSS Contact:
Susan Ellington-Sconiers
(804) 588-2368
Inspection Date:
Oct. 25, 2022
Complaint Related:
No
Areas Reviewed:
8VAC20-790 Subsidy Regulations
Comments:
The licensing inspector conducted an unannounced Subsidy Health and Safety inspection on October 25, 2022 from approximately 1:30pm to 3:00pm. There were seven children present, ranging in ages from six months to four years, with two staff supervising.
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 you have any questions about this inspection, please contact the licensing inspector at (804) 840-8260.
Lynn Powers Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of Early Childhood Care and Education Phone# 804-840-8260 lynn.powers@doe.virginia.gov
Based on review of five staff records, the vendor did not ensure three staff members obtained a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening within the required timeframe. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #4 (Date of employment 10/10/2022) contained documentation of a TB screening dated 11/02/2020. 2. The record for Staff #2 (Date of employment 08/08/2022) contained documentation of a TB screening dated 06/27/2022. 3. The record for Staff #3 (Date of employment 08/29/2022) contained documentation of a TB screening dated 09/22/2021. 4. Staff are required to obtain a negative TB screening within 30 days prior to beginning employment.
Plan of Correction:
Going forward, we will ensure all staff obtain a TB test within 30 days prior to being hired.
Standard #:
8VAC20-790-640-A
Description:
Based on observation, the vendor did not ensure all hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, insecticides, and pesticides were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevented access by children. Evidence: 1. A can of germicide was sitting on the top of a shelf in the bathroom that was observed being used by children during the inspection.
Plan of Correction:
The cleaning agent was moved to a locked location while the licensing inspector was on site.
Standard #:
8VAC20-790-820-B
Description:
Based on observation, the vendor did not ensure when a child is placed in an infant seat, high chair, or feeding table, the protective belt was fastened securely.
Evidence: During the inspection, the licensing inspector observed Child #1 sitting in a high chair eating. The high chair contained a protective belt. The protective belt was not buckled around Child #1.
Plan of Correction:
The child was buckled in the high chair while the licensing inspector was on site. We will ensure all children are fastened in when sitting in the highchair.
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