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Shameaka Thompson
8036 Halprin Dr.
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 918-2705

VDSS Contact: Emily Walsh (757) 404-2575

Inspection Date: March 27, 2024

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:
Voluntary Registration Health and Safety Checklist

Comments:
A monitoring inspection was initiated and concluded 3/27/2024. The inspector arrived at 9:00 AM and departed at 9:55 AM. There was 1 two year old child present, totaling 2 points, with the provider supervising. The inspector reviewed compliance in the Voluntary Registration Health and Safety Checklist and background check regulations. A total of 3 child records and 2 provider/household records were reviewed.

It was reported that no medication is administered to the children in care. No children's injuries were reported. Food service was not observed today.

Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable requirements or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Violations were reviewed with the provider during the exit interview.

Violations:
Standard #: 22VAC40-180-1-F
Description: Based upon provider interview, the provider has not ensured that monthly evacuation drills are conducted.
Evidence:
The provider stated that she did not have any records of monthly emergency evacuation drills.

Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.

Standard #: 22VAC40-180-2-A
Description: Based upon observation, the provider has not ensured that steps have been taken to safeguard the outdoor play area.
Evidence:
1. There were 2 rusted metal fire pits in the play area. One fire pit had a partially burned rusty aluminum can.
2. There was a container of insect repellent by the back stairs.
3. There were 2 containers of charcoal lighter fluid on the ground.
4. There was a rusted grill along the fence.
5. There were numerous rocks, sticks and other debris strewed throughout the play area.

Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.

Standard #: 22VAC40-180-2-C
Description: Based upon observation, the provider has not ensured that steps and stairs have hand or guard rails.
Evidence:
There are no guard rails on the side opposite the side wall on the stairs to the second floor of the house. The stairs are open to the downstairs.

Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.

Standard #: 22VAC40-180-2-G
Description: Based upon observation, the provider has not ensured that there are protective barriers including safety gates placed on stairways that are accessible to children.
Evidence:
There are stairs to the second floor by the front door. Children can access these stairs from their play areas. There is no safety gate or other barrier to keep the children from accessing the stairs.

Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.

Standard #: 22VAC40-180-2-L
Description: Based upon observation, the provider has not ensured that toxic household products are kept in areas inaccessible to the children and away from food products.
Evidence:
1. In the kitchen which is accessible to the children:
a. There were containers of roach bait, glue remover and bleach on the kitchen table.
b. There were sanitizing wipes in an unlocked cabinet (not child proof latch) under the kitchen sink.
c. There was dish detergent with a warning label on the kitchen sink.
2. There was a container of hydrogen peroxide on the fireplace mantel in the front living room/play room.

Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.

Standard #: 22VAC40-180-3-A
Description: Based on review of children's records and provider interview, the provider has not ensured that there are up-to-date immunization records for each child.
Evidence:
1, There were no physical or immunization records available for child 1.
2. There were no physical or immunization records available for child 2.
3. There were no physical or immunization records available for child 3.
4. The provider stated that the parents had not yet provided physicals/immmunization records for the children.

Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.

Standard #: 8VAC20-770-40-D-5
Description: Based upon review of records and provider interview, the provider has not ensured that within 30 days of becoming 14 years old, the results of a central registry search are obtained for any household member.
Evidence:
1. Results of a central registry search were not available for household member 3 who became 14 years old on 10/04/2023.
2. The provider confirmed that results of a central registry search were not obtained for household member 3.

Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.

Disclaimer:
This information is provided by the Virginia Department of Social Services, which neither endorses any facility nor guarantees that the information is complete. It should not be used as the sole source in evaluating and/or selecting a facility.


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