Current Inspector:
Rebecca Forestier
(540) 309-2835
Inspection Date:
May 6, 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 8VAC20-780 SPECIAL SERVICES 8VAC20-770 BACKGROUND CHECKS 22.1 BACKGROUND CHECKS, CODE, CARBON MONOXIDE
Comments:
An unannounced renewal inspection was conducted on 05/06/2024. There were 20children, ages 3 months-4 years, and 7 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, staff qualifications and trainings, staff and supervision, physical plant, programs, emergencies, and nutrition. The children were observed in free choice activities, during lunch, and during rest time; infants were observed sleeping and being fed on demand. A total of 5 children?s records, 5 staff records and 1 medication were reviewed. The inspector discussed the following with center staff: handwashing, record keeping, and program lead qualifications. The inspector arrived for the inspection at 9:50 am and departed the center at 12:30 pm.
Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the provider.
Based on record review, the center failed to ensure that the separate record for each child enrolled contains all of the elements as required by the standards.
Evidence: 1. The record for Child 1 did not contain the following information: allergies and intolerance to medication or any other substances, and actions to take in an emergency situation; chronic physical problems and pertinent developmental information and any special accommodations needed; previous child day care and schools attended by the child; and the name of any additional programs or schools that the child is concurrently attending and the grade or class level. 2. The record for Child 4 did not contain the following information: first date of attendance.
Plan of Correction:
Will get the information into the record.
Standard #:
8VAC20-780-70
Description:
REPEAT VIOLATION
Based on record review, the center failed to ensure that staff records contain all of the elements required by the standards.
Evidence: 1. The record for Staff 1 did not contain the following information: documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment (there was only one reference check, and the second telephone reference check did not include a signature of the person making the call). 2. The record for Staff 2 did not contain the following information: documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment (there were no reference checks in the record); and documentation to demonstrate that the individual possesses the education, certification and experience required by the job position. 3. The record for Staff 3 did not contain the following information: documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment (the telephone reference checks did not include a signature of person making calls). 4. The record for Staff 4 did not contain the following information: job title; date of employment and; documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment (the telephone reference checks did not include a signature of person making calls). 5. The record for Staff 5 did not contain the following information: job title; and documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment (the telephone reference checks did not include a date or the signature of person making calls).
Plan of Correction:
Will get the missing information into the staff records.
Standard #:
8VAC20-780-290-A-3
Description:
Based on observations, the center failed to ensure that in areas used by children of preschool age or younger electrical outlets shall have protective covers.
Evidence: There was an uncovered electrical outlet in the Caterpillars and Busy Bee?s classroom.
Plan of Correction:
The outlets were covered.
Standard #:
8VAC20-780-320-B
Description:
Based on observations, the center failed to ensure that restrooms shall be equipped with soap, toilet paper, and disposable towels or an air dryer within reach of children.
Evidence: 1. The soap and toilet paper in the boy?s restroom were on top of the stall and were not within reach of children. 2. The soap in the women?s restroom was on top of the stall and were not within reach of children.
Plan of Correction:
They were moved down low during the inspection.
Standard #:
8VAC20-780-340-D
Description:
Based on observations and record review, the center did not ensure that in each group of children at least one staff member who meets the qualifications of a program leader or program director shall be regularly present.
Evidence: 1. Staff 1 and Staff 2 were the only two staff members supervising the Caterpillars Classroom during the 05/06/2024 inspection. Staff 1 and Staff 2 do not qualify as a program lead or a program director. 2. Staff 3 was the only staff member supervising the Busy Bees Classroom during the 05/06/2024 inspection. Staff 3 does not qualify as a program lead or a program director. 3. Staff 5 was the only staff member supervising the group of children in the Butterflies? Classroom during the 05/06/2024 inspection. Staff 5 does not qualify as a program lead or a program director.
Plan of Correction:
Will get all the staff qualified as a program lead and get the documentation into the staff records.
Standard #:
8VAC20-780-500-B
Description:
Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that the diapering area shall have a nonabsorbent surface for diapering or changing.
Evidence: The diaper changing pad in the Caterpillars Class had multiple cuts/tears in the surface that exposed the absorbent surface.
Plan of Correction:
Will replace the changing pad.
Standard #:
8VAC20-780-550-D
Description:
Based on observation, the center failed to implement a monthly practice evacuation drill.
Evidence: There was not an evacuation drill practiced in March 2024 or April 2024.
Plan of Correction:
Will be sure to do the drill each month.
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