HRCAP JFK Head Start
12 Grand Street
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 606-2494
Current Inspector: Kimberly Sampson (757) 354-7307
Inspection Date: Oct. 2, 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 10/02/2023. At the time of inspectors' arrival there were 15 preschool aged children in care with 3 staff members. Children were observed interacting with staff, nap, and departure. A sample of 5 children's records and 4 staff records were reviewed. Injury reports were also reviewed. Staff reported medications are not being administered at this time. Areas of noncompliance are identified on the violation notice and were discussed with staff in an exit meeting at the conclusion of this inspection.
- Violations:
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Standard #: 8VAC20-780-60-A Description: Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not ensure the record for each child contained all of the required information.
Evidence:
1. Five out of five records reviewed did not contain parent's work information and daycare previously or concurrently attending.
2. The records for child #1 and child #2 noted that they have food allergies but did not contain a written care plan.
3. Staff confirmed this information was not available during this inspection.Plan of Correction: Staff will request this information from parents.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-260-A Description: Based on record review it was determined the center could not provide to the licensing representative an annual fire inspection report from the appropriate fire official having jurisdiction.
Evidence:
1. The fire inspection available was dated 6/17/22.
2. Staff confirmed a more recent inspection was not available during this inspection.Plan of Correction: Staff will request fire inspection.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-270-A Description: Based on observation and interview it was determined the center did not ensure all areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, were maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition.
Evidence:
1. There were florescent lights that were constantly strobing in the classroom, office, and bathroom areas.
2. There was peeling paint throughput the center.
3. There was exposed rust on the light switch in the women's bathroom.
4. The electrical outlet cover by the computer was not secure.
5. The wooden kitchen play set rocked when pulled on.
6. There was broken and peeling cove base around the center.
7. Children were observed in these areas throughout the inspection.
8. Staff noted that a work order has already been submitted for these repairs.Plan of Correction: Staff have already submitted a work order with the repairs needed.
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.
