Loving Arms Academy, LLC
8 Dorothy Lane
Stafford, VA 22554
(540) 602-2647
Current Inspector: Sharon Allen (540) 272-2941
Inspection Date: May 19, 2022
Complaint Related: No
- Areas Reviewed:
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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
- Comments:
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A monitoring inspection was initiated and concluded on 05/19/2022. There were 35 children present, ranging in ages from 7 months to 5 years, with 5 staff supervising. 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 3 child records and 3 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.
- Violations:
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Standard #: 8VAC20-780-160-C Description: Based on review of three staff records it was determined that not all records contained documentation of a TB (tuberculosis) screening every two years. Evidence: The most recent TB screening on file for Staff A is dated 10/04/2019. Plan of Correction: Staff A will obtain an updated TB screening.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-270-A Description: Based on observation of the facility it was determined that not all areas remained in safe and operable condition. Evidence: While observing the playground area the Licensing Inspector observed a tricycle with a cracked seat with sharp edges exposed as well as a crack in the seam of the tug boat play structure posing a pinching hazard. Plan of Correction: The tricycle was removed during the inspection. The Tug boat will be placed off limits until it can be repaired or removed.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-350-B-1 Description: Based on observation of the infant room it was determined that a 1:4 ratio of 1 staff to every 4 children was not always followed. Evidence: There were 2 staff members observed caring for 10 children in the infant room, with children ranging in age from 7 months ? 2 years old. Plan of Correction: The facility will follow the ratio for the youngest child in a grouping of children.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-570-A Description: Based on observation and interviews it was determined that safety belts were not always used while infants were seated in infant chairs. Evidence: The LI (licensing inspector) observed infant feeding chairs without the protective safety belts. Staff informed the LI that the safety belts were being laundered and that children had utilized the feeding chairs at lunch time without the safety belts. Plan of Correction: Safety belts will be used for children while seated in infant chairs.
Disclaimer:
A compliance history is in no way a rating for a facility.
The online compliance history includes only information after July 1, 2003. In addition, the online compliance history includes information regarding adverse actions that may be the subject of a pending appeal. An adverse action is not final until a provider has exhausted or waived all due process rights. For compliance history prior to July 1, 2003, or information regarding the status of pending adverse actions, please contact the Licensing Inspector listed in the facility's information. The Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) is not responsible for any errors in or omissions from the compliance history information.
