VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Suttida Sirirungsri
2011 S. Kenmore Street
Arlington, VA 22204
(703) 772-8085

Current Inspector: Sarah Marbert (703) 479-4678

Inspection Date: Jan. 28, 2022 and Feb. 1, 2022

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

22VAC40-111 Administration 22VAC40-111 Personnel 22VAC40-111 Physical Health of Caregivers and Household Members 22VAC40-111 Physical Environment and Equipment 22VAC40-111 Preventing the Spread of Disease 22VAC40-111 Emergencies 22VAC40-111 Nutrition 22VAC40-191 Background Checks for Child Welfare Agencies

Technical Assistance:

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) assumed oversight of child care licensing and monitoring on July 1, 2021. All associated regulations and codes have transferred over from the Virginia Department of Social Services. The violations listed below reflect the new VDOE codes and standards. A code crosswalk document was given to the provider to reflect the new regulation set numbers. Children's record components (model forms) will be emailed to the provider.

Comments:

A monitoring inspection was begun virtually on 1/28/22. The inspection was concluded with an in-person visit on 2/1/22. There were 6 children present today (17 points) with 3 caregivers. 3 children's and 1 caregiver records were reviewed. See violation notice for missing items. Children were observed playing in the basement area. Latex balloons are considered a potential suffocation and strangulation hazard, and children under 5 may not have access to them. The provider was advised on 1/28/22 to remove the balloons from the children's access, and again on 2/1/22. The inspection paperwork was typed off site and emailed to the provider for signature. If you have any questions regarding this inspection, you may contact me at saah.marbert@doe.virginia.gov.

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-800-940-A
Description:	Based on direct observation, the temperature for the refrigerator was not maintained at or below 40 degrees. Evidence: 2-1-22: The thermometer in the refrigerator read 41 degrees during the in-person inspection today.
Plan of Correction:	The refrigerator temperature was lowered during the inspection.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-940-B
Description:	Based on the provider's statement, there was no operable thermometer to monitor the refrigerator and freezer compartment temperatures. Evidence: On 1-28-22 during a virtual inspection, the provider stated her thermometer was broken. There was no thermometer for either the freezer or refrigerator.
Plan of Correction:	I will purchase a thermometer over the weekend.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-120-B
Description:	Based on a review of records, one caregiver record did not contain all required components. Evidence: 1 caregiver record was reviewed. Missing information: Emergency contact information (Caregiver A)
Plan of Correction:	Emergency contact information was added to the record.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-50-B
Description:	Based on the provider's statement, the records were not maintained in the home. Evidence: 1/28/2022: during the virtual inspection, the provider stated she could not show me the provider's records. The files were packed up to work on for taxes and were not in the home. (12:52PM)
Plan of Correction:	1/28/22: All records were retrieved and put back in the home (1:49PM) Files will always be maintained in the home.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-50-C
Description:	Based on provider's statement, child records were not kept confidential. Evidence: 1/28/22: The records for adults and children were boxed up to review for taxes, and were in the car that another, unauthorized, adult was using. When contacted, that adult stated the box had been removed from the vehicle and were in their residence. The files were retrieved from that residence and placed back in the daycare.
Plan of Correction:	The files were retrieved and placed in the home. The files will not leave the home.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-60-A
Description:	Based on a review of records, one child record was not maintained as up-to-date. Evidence: 1 of 3 records reviewed was not kept up-to date with an annual review. The child enrollment for is dated 1/14/2021 (expired). (Child 3)
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-60-B
Description:	Based on a review of records, one child record does not contain all required authorizations. Evidence: 1 of 3 records reviewed did not contain documentation of emergency medical authorization. (Child 1)
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-70-A
Description:	Based on a review of records, child records do not contain written acknowledgment of all required policies and procedures. Evidence: 3 children's records were reviewed. *3 of 3 did not contain documentation of Liability Insurance Declaration (Children 1,2,3) *2 of 3 did not contain documentation of the Provisions of the Emergency Preparedness Plan (Children 1, 3 ) *1 of 3 did not contain documentation of the Decision to Administer Medication. (Child 3)
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-240-A
Description:	Based on direct observation, the smoke detector in the basement was not kept in a safe, operating manner. Evidence: The smoke detector was "chirping" during the inspection indicating a battery replacement is needed.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-250-E
Description:	Based on direct observation, latex balloons were not kept inaccessible to children. Evidence: 1/28/22: During a virtual inspection, yellow latex balloons were observed in the daycare area on the floor accessible to children. The provider was advised that children may not have access to latex balloons. 2/1/22: During an in-person inspection, 6 pink latex balloons were observed in the daycare area on the floor accessible to children.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.