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The Merit School of Stafford Lakes # 25

Inspection · 2024-04-17

Date
2024-04-17
Complaint Related
No
Licensing Inspector
Laura Brindle
(540) 905-2062
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
22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide

Inspector Notes

An unannounced renewal inspection was conducted on 4/17/2024 from 9:40am to 12:30pm with the director. The Licensing Inspector attempted to begin the inspection at 9:15am, but was not able to enter the building until approximately 9:40am. There were 80 children in care, ranging in age from three-months to five-years-old, supervised by 12 staff. The children were observed playing on the playground, participating in circle time, and playing in structured centers. Six child records and five staff records were reviewed. The Center has 21 staff with current certification in CPR and First Aid, as well as trained in Daily Health Observation. A sample of nine medications and authorization forms were reviewed, and the center has three staff current in Medication Administration Training (MAT). Required postings were observed. The attendance, menu, allergy list, and emergency drill log were reviewed. The first aid kit, flashlight, and battery-operated radio were observed. The most recent Fire Inspection on file was dated 1/4/24 and the most recent Health Inspection on file was dated 1/25/24. Lunch served was tuna sandwiches, peas, peaches, and milk. If you have questions regarding this inspection, please contact the Licensing Inspector, Laura Brindle, at laura.brindle@doe.virginia.gov or 540-905-2062.

Please complete the "Plan of Correction" and "Date to be Corrected" areas on the Violation Notice for each violation cited and return to me by close of business on 4/29/2024. Plans of correction should include steps to correct the noncompliance with the standard, and measures to prevent the noncompliance from occurring again.

Violations

2
Standard 8VAC20-780-270-A
Based on observation, the center did not ensure that equipment of the center was maintained in a safe condition. Evidence: On 4/17/24, a toilet in the school age bathroom was observed to be missing a cap to cover a screw that was protruding from the base of the toilet approximately 1.5 inches. The screw was rusting and posed an injury hazard.
Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard 8VAC20-780-510-H
Based on review of nine medications, the center did not ensure that nonprescription medication was in the original container with the direction label attached. Evidence: On 4/17/24, there were five medication tablets in a plastic bag with Child A?s name written on the bag. There was no medication container or direction label in the bag with the medication.
Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
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