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Learning Paths Academy at Heathcote (#40)

Inspection · 2023-01-12

Date
2023-01-12
Complaint Related
No
Licensing Inspector
Shawanda Henderson
(540) 216-1434
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.
8VAC20-820 THE LICENSE.
8VAC20-820 THE LICENSING PROCESS.
8VAC20-770 Background Checks (8VAC20-770)
20 Access to minor?s records
22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide

Inspector Notes

An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted on 1/12/23 at 10:46am. There were 43 (6 months to 5 years) directly supervised by 8 staff. The physical plant, 5 staff records, 5 children?s records, evacuation drills, injury reports, emergency supplies, and policies were inspected. Children were observed participating in group play, listening to stories, and playing outside. Hand-washing procedures were also observed. There was a sufficient supply of books, toys, and materials for the children. 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 this report. If you have any questions regarding this inspection, please contact the Licensing Inspector. Keesha Minor (keesha.minor@doe.virginia.gov) or 540-340-2672.

Violations

4
Standard 8VAC20-780-270-A
Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition.
Evidence:
1) observed an outdoor air vent that was broken and out of place, accessible to children.
2) observed 2 separate cracks in the playground fencing
3) observed 2 propane tanks in an unlocked cabinet, in the school-age classroom
Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard 8VAC20-780-280-B
Based on observation, hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, insecticides, and pesticides shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. If a key is used, it should be kept inaccessible to children.
Evidence: observed a cabinet with cleaning agents inside, but the key was in the lock and accessible to children.
Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard 8VAC20-780-60-A
Based on review, the facility did not ensure that children's records were maintained with the required information.
Evidence: reviewed 5 children's records and found that Child 2 did not have documentation of the parents annual review of emergency contact information.
Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard 8VAC20-780-70
Based on review, the facility did not ensure that staff records were maintained with the required information.
Evidence: reviewed 5 staff records and found that Staff 3 and 4 did not have documentation of staff references completed prior to employment. Staff 3 was hired on 12/22 and references were conducted on 12/29. Staff 4 was hired on 12/19 and both references were conducted on 12/22.
Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
View original record on Virginia Department of Social Services