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Emina Trionfi

Inspection · 2023-07-14

Date
2023-07-14
Complaint Related
No
Licensing Inspector
Whitney Mcgrath
(571) 835-4717
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

8VAC20-800 Administration
8VAC20-800 Personnel
8VAC20-800 Household Members
8VAC20-800 Physical Health of Caregivers and Household members
8VAC20-800 Caregiver Training
8VAC20-800 Physical Equipment and Environment
8VAC20-800 Care of Children
8VAC20-800 Preventing the Spread of Disease
8VAC20-800 Medication Administration
8VAC20-800 Emergencies
8VAC20-800 Nutrition
8VAC20-820 THE LICENSE.
8VAC20-770 Background Checks
20 Access to minor?s records
22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide
54.1 Provider must be MAT certified to administer prescription medication.
63.2 Child abuse and neglect

Inspector Notes

An unannounced renewal inspection was conducted today between 3:00pm and 4:00pm. There were 9 children present with 1 substitute caregiver for a total of 25points which exceeds the supervision guidelines. The children were observed waking up from nap, washing their hands, eating a snack (crackers, bananas and water). Positive interactions were observed during this inspection. A complete inspection of the physical plant, children and staff records, fire drill log, attendance and emergency procedures were observed during this inspection. Violations were found during today?s inspection and can be viewed on the Violation Notice.

Thank you for your cooperation. If you have any questions, please e-mail me at whitney.mcgrath@ doe.virginia.gov.

Violations

5
Standard 8VAC20-800-320-B
Based on observation, protective covers were not installed on all unused electrical outlets accessible to children under five years of age.
Evidence: There were 2 outlets observed near the couch, 2 outlets observed next to the lamp shelf, 2 outlets observed in the nap room and 1 outlet observed in the hallway, all without protective covers installed.
Plan of Correction: I can't put the covers in. I guess I will have to get new plugs.
Standard 8VAC20-800-480-D
Based on observation equipment was not assembled and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Evidence: A crib was observed in the nap room with the base and mattress sitting directly onto the floor. The crib was not assembled per the manufacturers safety instructions. A blanket and Minnie mouse stuffed animal were observed in the crib.
Plan of Correction: I don't know why it's like that. I'll fix it today.
Standard 8VAC20-800-570-A
Based on observation and interview, the provider did not ensure that a caregiver did not exceed 16 points.
Evidence:
1. On 7/14/2023, caregiver #2 was observed working alone with 9 children (25 points); Child #1, 13 months. Child #2, 15 months. Child #3, 7 months. Child #4, 6 months. Child #5, 4 years. Child #6, 2 years, Child #7, 5 years, Child #8, 2 years. Child #9, 2 years.
2. Caregiver #2 stated that the provider was not home. The provider confirmed that they were traveling outside side of the state on the date of the unannounced inspection.
Plan of Correction: I never leave but I had a family emergency. I'm trying to hire additional help so that I can leave the house without leaving [caregiver #2] over on points. I won't do it again.
Standard 8VAC20-800-920
Based on observation, a weekly food menu was not posted.
Evidence: Caregiver #2 was observed feeding the children an afternoon snack (bananas and crackers). There was no food menu posted.
Plan of Correction: Corrected.
Standard 8VAC20-800-960-E
Based on observation, bottles were not labeled with each child's full name and date when more than one infant was in care.
Evidence: Three bottles were observed sitting on high chairs. One bottle was not labeled with a name or date. Two bottles were not labeled with the date.
Plan of Correction: I'll have the parents start putting the name and date.
View original record on Virginia Department of Social Services