Inspection · 2023-10-26
Date
2023-10-26
Complaint Related
No
Licensing Inspector
Nanette Roberts
(757) 404-2322
(757) 404-2322
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.
8VAC20-770 Background Checks (8VAC20-770)
Inspector Notes
An unannounced renewal inspection was conducted on 10/25/2023 from 9:15am to 11:15am. At the time of the inspection there were 17 children in care and 5 staff members. Children were observed participating in art activities and manipulatives. Records reviewed included 10 staff records and 5 children?s records. Emergency evacuation drills, emergency supplies, medication and required postings were also reviewed. The information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice and discussed during the exit interview.
Violations
6Standard 8VAC20-770-60-B
Based on record review and interview, it was determined the facility did not ensure that a sworn statement or affirmation is obtained prior to the first day of employment or beginning to serve as a volunteer.
Evidence:
1. The sworn statement for Staff #3 (hire date 10/10/2023) was completed and signed 10/17/2023. This was seven days after beginning employment.
2. The Regional Youth Director confirmed the date the sworn statement was signed was after the employee's documented start date.
Evidence:
1. The sworn statement for Staff #3 (hire date 10/10/2023) was completed and signed 10/17/2023. This was seven days after beginning employment.
2. The Regional Youth Director confirmed the date the sworn statement was signed was after the employee's documented start date.
Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard 8VAC20-780-280-B
Based on observation and interviews, it was determined that the facility did not ensure that hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children.
Evidence:
1. In the Pre-K 4 classroom there was a can of Lysol disinfectant spray and a container of Clorox wipes in an unlocked cabinet.
2.The Site Coordinator confirmed the cabinet containing the cleaning materials was not locked.
Evidence:
1. In the Pre-K 4 classroom there was a can of Lysol disinfectant spray and a container of Clorox wipes in an unlocked cabinet.
2.The Site Coordinator confirmed the cabinet containing the cleaning materials was not locked.
Plan of Correction: The Site Coordinator placed a child safety lock on the cabinet during the inspection.
Standard 8VAC20-780-290-A-3
Based on observation and interviews, it was determined that the facility did not ensure electrical outlets have protective covers.
Evidence:
In the Pre-K4 classroom there was an electrical outlet in the cubby area where children hang their belongings that did not have covers.
Evidence:
In the Pre-K4 classroom there was an electrical outlet in the cubby area where children hang their belongings that did not have covers.
Plan of Correction: The Site Coordinator installed outlet covers during the inspection.
Standard 8VAC20-780-40-M
Based on observation and interview, it was determined the facility did not ensure that the current list of children?s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions are maintained in a way that is accessible to all staff who work with children and was kept confidential in each room or area where children are present.
Evidence:
The allergy list posted on the wall in the Pre-K4 classroom showed children?s names and their allergies in a manner that other people coming into the classroom could see this confidential information.
Evidence:
The allergy list posted on the wall in the Pre-K4 classroom showed children?s names and their allergies in a manner that other people coming into the classroom could see this confidential information.
Plan of Correction: The Site Coordinator covered the confidential allergy information during the inspection.
Standard 8VAC20-780-510-E
Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the facility did not ensure that medication shall Include the duration of the parent's authorization for medication,
Evidence:
1. The authorization for albuterol for child #6 did not contain a start or end date to indicate the duration of the authorization.
2. The Regional Youth Director confirmed the authorization dates were not documented.
Evidence:
1. The authorization for albuterol for child #6 did not contain a start or end date to indicate the duration of the authorization.
2. The Regional Youth Director confirmed the authorization dates were not documented.
Plan of Correction: The Regional Youth Director contacted the parent the day of the inspection to update the authorization to include the dates it is in effect.
Standard 8VAC20-780-550-D
Based on record reviews and interviews, it was determined that the facility did not ensure that the center implement ed a monthly practice evacuation drill.
Evidence:
1. The emergency evacuation drill log did not include documentation that an evacuation drill was conducted in the month of May 2023.
2. The Site Coordinator confirmed there was no documentation of a practice drill in May.
Evidence:
1. The emergency evacuation drill log did not include documentation that an evacuation drill was conducted in the month of May 2023.
2. The Site Coordinator confirmed there was no documentation of a practice drill in May.
Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.