Inspection · 2023-04-24
Date
2023-04-24
Complaint Related
No
Licensing Inspector
Christina Bakonyi
(571) 596-3655
(571) 596-3655
SHSIA monitoring inspection of an approved subsidy vendor to determine compliance with current subsidy requirements regarding the health and safety of children and to promote quality standards for the children in their care.
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.
? 8VAC20-820 THE LICENSE.
? 8VAC20-820 THE LICENSING PROCESS.
? 8VAC20-820 HEARINGS PROCEDURES.
? 8VAC20-770 Background Checks (8VAC20-770)
? 20 Access to minor?s records
? 22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide
? 63.2 Child Abuse & Neglect
? 8VAC20-790 Subsidy Regulations.
Inspector Notes
An unannounced renewal inspection was conducted today between the hours of 11:00am-1:30 pm. There were a total of 40 children with 11 supervising staff members present. Children were observed during lunch time, handwashing, diapering, engaged in group activities and outdoor play time. A selection of staff and children records and other documents were reviewed. The physical space, emergency supplies, evacuation drills, attendance records, and the Emergency Preparedness Plan were reviewed. Areas of non-compliance are identified in the violation notice. Please contact me if you have any questions at Karen.dickens@doe.virginia.gov.
Violations
7Standard 22.1-289.035-B-2
Based on record review and interview, the center did not obtain fingerprint results prior to the first day of employment.
Evidence:
1. Staff #1's record (Date of hire-03/13/2023) contained documentation of fingerprint results after the first day of employment. The fingerprint results were dated 03/16/2023. The record contained documentation of a Sworn Statement dated 03/13/2023 and staff orientation dated 03/13/2023.
2. Staff #1 confirmed that the fingerprint results were obtained after the first day of employment.
Evidence:
1. Staff #1's record (Date of hire-03/13/2023) contained documentation of fingerprint results after the first day of employment. The fingerprint results were dated 03/16/2023. The record contained documentation of a Sworn Statement dated 03/13/2023 and staff orientation dated 03/13/2023.
2. Staff #1 confirmed that the fingerprint results were obtained after the first day of employment.
Plan of Correction: All background checks will be conducted by upper management (HR) department and will be conducted before the date of hire.
Standard 22.1-289.035-B-4
Based on record review and interview, the child day center did not obtain a copy of the results of a criminal history background record information check from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years prior to the first day of employment.
Evidence:
1. Staff #1's record (Date of hire-03/13/2023) contained a Sworn Statement that states that they live in Washington D.C. Staff #1's record did not contain documentation of an out of state criminal background check for Washington D.C.
2. Staff #1 confirmed that a copy of the results of a criminal background check for Washington D.C. had not been obtained prior to the first day of employment. Staff #1 stated that an out of state criminal background check has been submitted for Washington D.C., but results have not been returned.
Evidence:
1. Staff #1's record (Date of hire-03/13/2023) contained a Sworn Statement that states that they live in Washington D.C. Staff #1's record did not contain documentation of an out of state criminal background check for Washington D.C.
2. Staff #1 confirmed that a copy of the results of a criminal background check for Washington D.C. had not been obtained prior to the first day of employment. Staff #1 stated that an out of state criminal background check has been submitted for Washington D.C., but results have not been returned.
Plan of Correction: All background checks will be conducted by upper management to ensure that all background checks are conducted in a timely manner. The out of state background check for Washington D.C. has been submitted and management are awaiting results.
Standard 8VAC20-780-140-A
Based on record review, children's records did not contain a physical examination under the direction of a physician within 30 days after the first day of attendance.
Evidence:
1. Child #1's record (Start date-01/17/2023) did not contain documentation of a physical examination.
2. Child #5's record (Start date-03/13/2023) did not contain documentation of a physical examination.
Evidence:
1. Child #1's record (Start date-01/17/2023) did not contain documentation of a physical examination.
2. Child #5's record (Start date-03/13/2023) did not contain documentation of a physical examination.
Plan of Correction: Management will contact the parents to obtain a copy of the physical examinations.
Standard 8VAC20-780-160-A
Based on record review, each staff member did not submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis(TB) is screening at the time of employment and completed within 30 calendar days of the date of employment.
Evidence:
1. Staff #1's record (Date of hire-03/13/2023) contained documentation of a negative TB screening at the time of employment. The TB screening was dated 03/16/2023.
2. Staff #3's record (Date of hire-04/21/2023) contained documentation of a negative TB screening not within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. The TB screening was dated 02/07/2023.
3. Staff #4's record (Date of hire-04/11/2023) contained documentation of a negative TB screening not within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. The TB screening was dated 02/01/2023.
Evidence:
1. Staff #1's record (Date of hire-03/13/2023) contained documentation of a negative TB screening at the time of employment. The TB screening was dated 03/16/2023.
2. Staff #3's record (Date of hire-04/21/2023) contained documentation of a negative TB screening not within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. The TB screening was dated 02/07/2023.
3. Staff #4's record (Date of hire-04/11/2023) contained documentation of a negative TB screening not within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. The TB screening was dated 02/01/2023.
Plan of Correction: Moving forward, management will ensure that TB screening are submitted at the time of employment or within 30 calendar days of the date of employment.
Standard 8VAC20-780-280-B
Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children.
Evidence:
1. In the Toddler classroom, a bottle labeled bleach and water and soap and water were sitting on a high shelf and not kept in in a locked place using a safe locking method.
Evidence:
1. In the Toddler classroom, a bottle labeled bleach and water and soap and water were sitting on a high shelf and not kept in in a locked place using a safe locking method.
Plan of Correction: The bleach and water was locked up in a cabinet at the time of the inspection.
Standard 8VAC20-780-280-D
Based on observation, cleaning and sanitizing materials were not stored in areas separate from food.
Evidence:
1. In the Infant classroom, a container of bleach sanitizing wipes was located in a cabinet with containers of applesauce, infant formula, plates, bowls, and spoons.
Evidence:
1. In the Infant classroom, a container of bleach sanitizing wipes was located in a cabinet with containers of applesauce, infant formula, plates, bowls, and spoons.
Plan of Correction: The bleach sanitizing wipes were removed from the cabinet.
Standard 8VAC20-780-500-A
Based on observation, staff did not wash their hands with soap and running water before or after a diaper change.
Evidence:
1. In the two year old classroom, Staff #6 (Date of hire 08/17/2022) did not wash their hands before or after a diaper change.
Evidence:
1. In the two year old classroom, Staff #6 (Date of hire 08/17/2022) did not wash their hands before or after a diaper change.
Plan of Correction: The staff members will be retrained on handwashing for staff and children.