Thomas B. Hargrave Educational Center
801 Tazewell Street
Portsmouth, VA 23701
(757) 485-9499
Current Inspector: Brandie Viscayda
Inspection Date: Jan. 17, 2023
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.
8VAC20-820 THE LICENSING PROCESS.
8VAC20-770 Background Checks (8VAC20-770)
20 Access to minor?s records
22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide
63.2 Child Abuse & Neglect
- Comments:
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An unannounced monitoring visit and facility tour was conducted on 1/17/23. At the time of inspectors' arrival there were 7 preschool aged children in care with 2 staff members. Children were observed interacting with staff, and napping. A sample of 5 children's records and 2 staff records were reviewed. Director reported that there have been no injuries and medications are not being administered at this time. Areas of noncompliance are identified on the violation notice and were discussed with the director in an exit meeting at the conclusion of this inspection.
- Violations:
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Standard #: 8VAC20-780-130-A Description: Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not obtain documentation that each child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center.
Evidence:
1. The record for child #1 and child #4. did not contain documentation of immunizations.
2. Staff confirmed these children were present and documents were not available during this inspection.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-140-A Description: Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that each child had a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician within the required time frame.
Evidence:
1. The record for child #1(enrolled 11/7/22) did not contain documentation of a physical exam.
2. The record for child #4(enrolled 8/29/22) did not contain documentation of a physical exam.
3. Staff confirmed this documentation was not available during this inspection.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-160-A Description: Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that each staff member submitted documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening.
Evidence:
1. The record for staff #1 did not contain documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening.
2. Staff confirmed that this documentation was not available during this inspection.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-70 Description: Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that each staff record contained the documentation of two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment.
Evidence:
1. The record for staff #1 (hired 8/1/22) did not contain documentation of references being checked before hire.
2. Staff confirmed that there was not documentation of references being checked.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-280-B Description: Based on observation it was determined the center did not ensure that all hazardous substances were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children.
Evidence:
1. There were Clorox wipes on an upper shelf in the boys bathroom.
2. There was aerosol air freshener spray on the sink countertop in the girls bathroom.
3. The above carry the "keep out of the reach of children" warning label.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-340-F Description: Based on observation it was determined that the center did not ensure that children under 10 years of age are always within actual sight and sound supervision of staff.
Evidence:
The 7 children present during this inspection were on cots for nap time. Due to the placement of the cots behind bookcases and other partitions they could not be seen by the staff.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
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.
