Lindale Mennonite Church
6255 Jesse Bennett Way
Linville, VA 22834
(540) 833-2620
VDSS Contact: Julie Kunowsky (540) 430-9256
Inspection Date: Aug. 16, 2019
Complaint Related: No
- Areas Reviewed:
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22VAC40-191 Background Checks for Child Welfare Agencies
22VAC40-665 INTRODUCTION
22VAC40-665 ADMINISTRATION
22VAC40-665 STAFF QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
22VAC40-665 PHYSICAL PLANT
22VAC40-665 STAFFING & SUPERVISION
22VAC40-665 PROGAMS
22VAC40-665 SPECIAL CARE PROVISIONS & EMERGENCIES
22VAC40-665 SPECIAL SERVICES
- Comments:
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A Subsidy Health and Safety inspection was conducted on 8/16/19 from 10:50 am until 2:00 pm at Lindale Minnonite Church to review subsidy health and safety requirements. At the time of the inspection 56 children were present with 11 staff. The sample size consisted of six children's records and nine staff's records. Children and staff were observed during free indoor and outdoor play, during a science experiment, clean-up, lunch preparations, hand washing, bathroom break, attending to a sick child, pick-up, transitions and behavior management. Violations were found during this inspection and are documented on the violation notice. If you have questions or concerns contact the licensing inspector at (540) 292-5933 for further assistance.
- Violations:
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Standard #: 22VAC40-665-620-A Description: Based on observation and interview, the vendor failed to keep hazardous substances such as cleaning materials in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children.
Evidence:
1. In the preschool kitchenette area an unlabeled spray bottle and Clorox wipes were on the counter beside the sink. The kitchenette is in the same space as the children.
2. In the school age room above the washer and dryer are supplies for washing clothes. The children have to walk by the space to go to the restroom.
3. The director stated the spray bottle contained Thieves household cleaner.
4. The originial container of Thieves household cleaner states to keep out of reach of children.Plan of Correction: The cleaners will be moved to a locked location. All staff will be reminded to keep cleaners in a locked location.
Standard #: 22VAC40-665-620-D Description: Based on observation and interview, the vendor failed to clearly label a spray bottle of hazardous substance.
Evidence:
1. An unlabeled spray bottle of a clear tinted color fluid was on the counter in the preschool kitchenette.
2. The director stated the bottle has Thieves household cleaner in it.
3. The original Thieves household cleaner container states to keep out of reach of children.Plan of Correction: The spray bottle will be labeled and staff will be informed they must label the spray bottles in the future.
Standard #: 22VAC40-665-650-E Description: Based on interview, the vendor failed to develop and implement a written policy and procedure effective 10/17/18 that describes how the vendor will ensure that each group of children receives care by consistent staff or team of staff members.
Evidence:
The director stated the policies and procedures have not been updated since the last inspection conducted on 9/10/18.Plan of Correction: The policies and procedures will be updated to include a consistency in care policy. Staff will be trained in the new policy.
Standard #: 22VAC40-665-700-C Description: Based on record review and interview, the vendor failed to maintain a written record of children's serious and minor injuries that include the signature of a staff member and parent or two staff members.
Evidence:
1. Four injury reports were reviewed. All four reports only contained one signature each.
2. The director stated she was unaware two signatures were needed.Plan of Correction: In the future two signatures will be required. All staff will be trained in correctly completing an injury report.
Standard #: 22VAC40-665-760-C-1 Description: Based on interview, the vendor failed to obtain a battery-operated flashlight for each building of the center.
Evidence:
The director stated they do not have flashlights for either building.Plan of Correction: Flashlights will be purchased for each building.
Standard #: 22VAC40-665-770-B-5 Description: Based on interview, the vendor failed to update the emergency plan to include a procedure that became effective 10/17/18 on the continuity of operations to ensure that essential functions are maintained during an emergency.
Evidence:
The director stated the emergency plan has not been updated since last inspection on 9/10/18.Plan of Correction: The emergency plan will be updated to include a continuity of operations procedure. Staff will be trained in the new procedure.
Standard #: 22VAC40-665-780-A-1 Description: Based on record review and interview, the vendor failed to practice evacuation procedures at least monthly.
Evidence:
1. The documentation of evacuation drills did not contain information regarding drills being conducted in October and December.
2. The director stated they did not complete evacuation drills in October and December.Plan of Correction: In the future evacuation drills will be conducted monthly.
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.
