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The Merit School of Broadlands (#71)

Inspection · 2021-12-03

Date
2021-12-03
Complaint Related
No
Licensing Inspector
Lynette A Storr
(703) 309-9153
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)
22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide

Inspector Notes

An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted today from 11:45am-1:20pm. There were 17 children (infants-5yrs.) directly supervised by 7 staff. The physical plant, 3 staff records, 3 children?s records, medications, evacuation drills, emergency supplies, and policies were inspected. Children were observed participating in group play, washing hands and eating lunch. Today's lunch consisted of popcorn chicken, fries, bananas and milk. There was an adequate supply of materials for the children. The center was clean and organized. Areas of non-compliance are identified on the Violation Notice.
If you have any questions regarding this inspection, please contact the Licensing Inspector, Maria Soto at maria.soto@doe.virginia.gov or (571) 835-5058.

Violations

4
Standard 8VAC20-770-60-B
Based on record review, a staff member did not complete a sworn statement or affirmation form prior to their first day of employment.

Evidence:
Staff #1's record did not contain a Sworn Statement or Affirmation form. The staff member's first day of employment was documented as 4/19/2022.
Plan of Correction: Statement was signed 3/9/2022 and is on file at center.
Standard 8VAC20-780-160-A-2
Based on record review, a staff member's tuberculosis (TB) screening/test was not completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment.

Evidence:
Staff #1's TB screening/test was completed on 12/3/2021, the staff member was hired on 4/19/2022.
Plan of Correction: Staff #1 had a negative TB on file at the time of licensing visit. A review of licensing standards was conducted to ensure all TB test for new hires are done within 30 days of employment.
Standard 8VAC20-780-270-A
Based on observation, areas of the center, were not maintained in a safe and operable condition.

Evidence:
In the school-age classroom an area of approximately 6 inches in diameter of peeling paint was observed on the wall across from the bathrooms.
Plan of Correction: Maintenance was contacted on 4/25/2022 to request paint touch up.
Standard 8VAC20-780-70
Based on record review, it was determined that the center did not maintain complete staff records.

Evidence:
Staff #2's record is missing one of two required references as to their character and reputation, as well as competency required prior to the first day of employment.
Plan of Correction: References were completed and are on file at center.
View original record on Virginia Department of Social Services