Inspection · 2024-02-29
Licensing Inspector
Florence Martus
(804) 389-0157
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.
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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
8VAC20-820 THE LICENSE
8VAC20-770 BACKGROUND CHECKS (8VAC20-770)
22.1 BACKGROUND CHECKS CODE; CARBON MONOXIDE
Inspector Notes
An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted from 11:00 am - 12:30 pm. There were 40 children in care being supervised by 7 staff. The children were observed in story-time and eating lunch. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, physical plant, staffing and supervision, programming, medication, special care and emergencies and nutrition. A total of six child records and three staff records were reviewed.
Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. If you have questions regarding this inspection you may contact Sharon Allen at 540-272-2941 or sharon.allen@doe.virginia.gov.
Standard 22.1-289.035-A
Based on review of three staff records it was determined that not all background checks were repeated every five years. Evidence: 1.) The most recent sworn statement form for Staff A is dated 07/15/2018. 2.) The most recent fingerprint determination letter for Staff A is dated 08/20/2018. 3.) The most recent sworn statement form for Staff B is dated 02/07/2019. 4.) The most recent fingerprint determination letter for Staff B is dated 02/05/2019.
Plan of Correction: Obtained an updated sworn disclosure from Staff A and B. Scheduled staff A to redo their fingerprints.
Standard 8VAC20-780-280-B
Based on observation of the facility it was determined that not all hazardous substances were kept locked. Evidence: 1.) A soap and water bottle and a bleach and water bottle were observed in the four year old classroom in an unlocked box above a lower cabinet. 2.) A bottle of bleach and water, a bottle of soap and water, and a can of disinfectant spray was observed in an unlocked lower cabinet in the infant room.
Plan of Correction: Gave refresher training to staff about the importance of security locks on cabinets for cleaning supplies. Purchased lock for lower cabinet in infant room.
Standard 8VAC20-780-570-A
Based on observation of the toddler room it was determined that protective belts were not utilized for children sitting in a high chair table. Evidence: Six children in the toddler room were observed sitting in a table with 6 bucket seats. The seats have slots that are intended for protective belts. The protective belts were missing from the seats. It was reported by staff that the protective belts were being washed.
Plan of Correction: We purchased additional belts to ensure chairs have them during washing cycles.