Inspection · 2023-11-08
(703) 537-6241
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
Inspector Notes
An unannounced renewal inspection was conducted today from 9:40am-11:10am. There were 34 children directly supervised by 7 staff. The physical plant, 5 staff records, 5 children?s records, medications, evacuation drills, injury reports, emergency supplies, and policies were inspected. Children were observed participating in group play, tracing the letter "z", playing in dramatic play, making art projects. There was an assortment of age appropriate materials for the children in care. There was an adequate number of staff with current certification in MAT, CPR and First Aid, as well as DHO training. Staff-to-child ratios were in compliance. The center was clean and organized. Areas of non-compliance are identified in the Violation Notice.
If you have any questions regarding this inspection, please contact the Licensing Inspector, Kara Vaughan at kara.vaughan@doe.virginia.gov or 703-537-6241.
Please submit your plan of correction within five business days in order for it to be included on the public website.
Violations
4Evidence:
The findings from the inspection conducted on 8/21/2023 were not posted in the facility on the date of inspection.
Based on observation, staff statement, and record review, one staff member was operating as a program lead without documentation to support that they are qualified in that position.
Evidence:
On the date of inspection Staff 1 was operating as the program lead in the three year old classroom. Staff 1's record did not contain documentation that they have met the qualifications of a program leader.
Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children.
Evidence:
1. An unlocked cabinet in the four year old classroom contained: disinfectant wipes, spray cleaner, aerosol disinfectant, and spray air freshener.
2. An unlocked cabinet in the toddler year old classroom contained: disinfectant wipes, spray cleaner, and a spray bottle of bleach and water.
3. An unlocked cabinet in the three year old classroom contained: spray cleaner.
Evidence:
1. Child 6 has a written authorization to administer Diphenhydramine, however the medication present for the child on the date of inspection was Diphenhydramine and Phenylephrine.
2. Child 7 had a written authorization to administer Acetaminophen, however the medication present for the child was Ibuprofen.