Creative Critters III, Inc.
6540 Emmaus Church Road
Suite 103
Providence forge, VA 23140
(804) 557-2688
Current Inspector: Cassie Anderson-Leichty (757) 409-4668
Inspection Date: June 8, 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.
8VAC20-770 Background Checks
8VAC20-820 THE LICENSE.
22.1 Background Checks Code; carbon monoxide detectors
- Comments:
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A monitoring inspection was completed on Thursday, June 8, 2023 from 9:38 am until 12:32 pm at the center. There were 49 children present in 4 groups, ranging in ages from infancy to four years, with 9 staff supervising. There were observations of the children and staff completing coloring and circle time activities, playing with age appropriate equipment on the carpet, in infant swing, completing bathroom breaks/handwashing, working on Father's day activities, and preparing for lunch. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, physical plant, staffing and supervision, programming, special care and emergencies and nutrition. A total of 6 child records and 5 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 any questions regarding the inspection please contact inspector, Tiffany Jones at 757-403-3045.
- Violations:
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Standard #: 8VAC20-780-130-A Description: Based on review of children's record and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain documentation of immunization required before the child can attend the center.
Evidence: In Child#2's record (start date: 01/24/22), there was no documentation immunization found. Interview with staff confirmed the documentation was not available for review.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-90--A Description: Based on review of children's record and interview, in 1 of 6 records the center did not obtain a written agreement between parent and the center in each child's record by the first day of child's attendance.
Evidence: In Child#6's record (start date: 06/05/23), there was no parental written agreements available for review. Interview with staff confirmed the agreement documentation was not available for review during the inspection.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-270-A Description: Based on observation and photographs the center did not ensure all areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside are maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition.
Evidence: In Cat 1 room, there were multiple areas of visible cracked and peeling paint on the window sills and walls accessible to the children in care.
Photographs taken during the inspection of the walls and window sill areas in the center.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-280-B Description: Based on observations and photographs, the center did not ensure all hazardous substances were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children.
Evidence:
1. In the Cat 2 bathroom, there was a bottle air freshener spray unlocked with the labels "keep out of reach of children" and "caution" inside of a plastic container accessible to the children in care.
2. In the center's kitchen area, the door was unlocked and the first aid kit bag was opened containing antiseptic with the labels "keep out of reach of children" and "caution".
3. Photographs taken by inspector during the inspection of both areas identified.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-280-G Description: Based on observation and photographs, the center did not ensure the substitute containers shall clearly indicate their contents.
Evidence: In the Cuddle bug 1 room, there were 3 bottles of the substitute containers not labeled with the content under the sink.
Photographs taken by inspector of the 3 containers found during the inspection.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-440-L Description: Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure pillow shall not be used by children under two years of age.
Evidence:
1. In the Cuddle bug 1 room, there was a large pillow observed in Child#6's, age, 2 months crib.
2. Interview with staff confirmed use of the pillow when the child is in the crib.
3. Photograph of the the inspector's observation during the inspection.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.
