Inspection · 2024-02-02
Date
2024-02-02
Complaint Related
No
Licensing Inspector
Adrianna Walden
(757) 404-2487
(757) 404-2487
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.
8VAC20-820 THE LICENSE.
8VAC20-820 THE LICENSING PROCESS.
8VAC20-820 HEARINGS PROCEDURES.
8VAC20-770 Background Checks (8VAC20-770)
20 Access to minor?s records
22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide
63.2 Child Abuse & Neglect
Inspector Notes
An initial inspection was conducted 02/02/2024. A tour of the facility was conducted in addition to a record review and interviews with the licensee and program director. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance(s) with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program.
Violations
6Standard 8VAC20-780-270-A
Based on observation the center did not ensure all areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside were maintained in a safe condition.
Evidence:
1. The wooden decking connected to both, front and back egress/entrances had between more than 4 inches of space between various spaces of wooden slats, creating head entrapment hazards. Other spaces had more than 12 inches of space between slats posing a fall risk.
2. The wooden decking at one of the egress/entrances had an open crawl space below it, large enough for a child to enter.
3. The center has a second floor with a loft overlooking the main daycare room. The loft had a barrier with open spaces between wooden logs. There was a screen across the barrier, however it was torn, posing a fall risk.
4. At one of the egress/entrances there was rotting wood and some areas of the wooden wall that was rough and splintered.
Evidence:
1. The wooden decking connected to both, front and back egress/entrances had between more than 4 inches of space between various spaces of wooden slats, creating head entrapment hazards. Other spaces had more than 12 inches of space between slats posing a fall risk.
2. The wooden decking at one of the egress/entrances had an open crawl space below it, large enough for a child to enter.
3. The center has a second floor with a loft overlooking the main daycare room. The loft had a barrier with open spaces between wooden logs. There was a screen across the barrier, however it was torn, posing a fall risk.
4. At one of the egress/entrances there was rotting wood and some areas of the wooden wall that was rough and splintered.
Plan of Correction: The owner is working on making the necessary changes and/or repairs to the physical plant of the building.
Standard 8VAC20-780-280-B
Based on observation the center did not ensure hazardous substances were kept in a locked place, using a safe locking method that prevents access by children.
Evidence:
The center had unlocked cleaning and disinfectant agents on shelves in the classrooms.
Evidence:
The center had unlocked cleaning and disinfectant agents on shelves in the classrooms.
Plan of Correction: All chemicals will be moved to a locked place.
Standard 8VAC20-780-330-B
Based on observation the center did not ensure where playground equipment is provided, resilient surfacing shall comply with minimum safety standards when tested in accordance with the procedures described in the American Society for Testing and Materials standard F1292-99.
Evidence:
There were 2 plastic slide on the outside play area that sat on top of grass. The center did not have any resilient surfacing under the climbing apparatus to create a fall zone free of hazards.
Evidence:
There were 2 plastic slide on the outside play area that sat on top of grass. The center did not have any resilient surfacing under the climbing apparatus to create a fall zone free of hazards.
Plan of Correction: The slides will be removed and used again if the owner decides to add resilient surfacing.
Standard 8VAC20-780-500-B
Based on observation the center did not ensure all requirements were met when diapering.
Evidence:
The changing table for the infants had an absorbent surface on the changing pad. A non-absorbent surface is required when changing diapers.
Evidence:
The changing table for the infants had an absorbent surface on the changing pad. A non-absorbent surface is required when changing diapers.
Plan of Correction: The mattress covers will be removed from the changing table and only non-absorbent surfaces will be used.
Standard 8VAC20-780-540-E
Based on observation the center did not have al required nonmedical emergency supplies.
Evidence
The center did not have one working, battery-operated radio in the building.
Evidence
The center did not have one working, battery-operated radio in the building.
Plan of Correction: A working battery-operated radio will be added to the emergency kit, along with extra batteries.
Standard 8VAC20-780-570-I
Based on observation the center did not ensure all requirements for special feeding needs were met.
Evidence:
The center did not have a one-day's emergency supply of disposable bottles, nipples, and commercial formulas appropriate for the children in care.
Evidence:
The center did not have a one-day's emergency supply of disposable bottles, nipples, and commercial formulas appropriate for the children in care.
Plan of Correction: The owner is working on ensuring all required items are included in the emergency kits for the center to include emergency formula and supplies for infants.