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ROOFTOP OF VIRGINIA CAP - Independence Head Start

Inspection · 2022-01-03

Date
2022-01-03
Complaint Related
No
Licensing Inspector
Todd Scott
(276) 608-3749
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 (22VAC40-191)

Inspector Notes

This inspection was conducted by licensing staff using an alternate remote protocol, with an in-person component including phone contacts, virtual documents review, and a tour of the program with observations conducted at the center.
An unannounced non-mandated monitoring inspection was initiated on 01/03/2022 and concluded on 01/12/2022. The director was contacted by phone and a virtual inspection was conducted as well as an in person component on 1/12/2022. There were 23 children present, ranging in ages from 7 months to 4 yrs old, with 5 staff present. 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 two child records and two staff records were reviewed.
The inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program.

Violations

2
Standard 8VAC20-780-270-A
Based on observation, the center failed to operate the outside in a safe condition.
Evidence:
1. The inspector observed gravel on the area of the playground used for infants and toddlers presenting a choking hazard.
Plan of Correction: The gravel will be removed.
Standard 8VAC20-780-280-B
The center failed to keep hazardous substances locked.
Evidence:
1. The inspector observed a spray bottle labeled bleach in the middle classroom bathroom on a shelf; out of reach of children but unlocked.
Plan of Correction: The site director locked the bottle in the a cabinet during the inspection. The director will send an email to staff reminding them of the standard.
View original record on Virginia Department of Social Services