Inspection · 2023-08-24
Licensing Inspector
Florence Martus
(804) 389-0157
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.
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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
8VAC20-770 BACKGROUND CHECKS (8VAC20-770)
22.1 BACKGROUND CHECKS CODE; CARBON MONOXIDE
Inspector Notes
An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted from 11:45 am - 1:30 pm. There were 42 children in care being supervised by 10 staff. The children were observed preparing for nap and resting. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, physical plant, staffing and supervision, programming, medication, special care and emergencies and nutrition. A total of six child records and four staff records were reviewed.
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 questions regarding this inspection you may contact Sharon Allen at 540-272-2941 or sharon.allen@doe.virginia.gov.
Standard 8VAC20-780-340-A
Based on observation of the older infant class it was determined that staff did not always ensure the care, protection, and guidance of children under their supervision. Evidence: Child D (Age 13 Months) was observed laying on their cot, drinking from a sippy cup, posing a potential choking hazard.
Plan of Correction: Cup was removed from child who had been sitting down moments earlier. Staff were retrained on potential choking hazards.
Standard 8VAC20-780-500-B
Based on observation of the toddler classroom it was determined that not all procedures for diapering were followed to prevent items from being on the changing table that are not used for diapering. Evidence: A bucket of toys was observed on the changing table. These items are not used for diapering.
Plan of Correction: Toys were removed during visit and sanitized. Staff were reminded that the changing table is for diapering purposes only.
Standard 8VAC20-780-60-A-8
Based on review of children's records and review of the center's allergy list it was determined that not all children with a diagnosed food allergy had a written care plan on file. Evidence: The center's allergy list documented child A, child B, and child C to have a diagnosed food allergy. Child A, child B, and child C did not have an allergy care plan in their records to include instructions from a physician and steps to be taken in the event of a suspected allergic reaction.
Plan of Correction: Child A-had paperwork that was expired. Parents were given new paperwork and updated paperwork is now on file. Child B-received paperwork but was incomplete. Returned to doctor for clarification. Child will not return until corrected paperwork is received. Child C-Physician's Medication Action Plan is now on file.