VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Sandra Velasquez
5229 Forman Court
Springfield, VA 22151
(703) 477-1989

Current Inspector: Kelly Patterson-Savittiere (703) 479-4746

Inspection Date: May 10, 2022

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

8VAC20-800 Administration 8VAC20-800 Personnel 8VAC20-800 Household Members 8VAC20-800 Physical Health of Caregivers and Household Members 8VAC20-800 Caregiver Training 8VAC20-800 Physical Equipment and Environment 8VAC20-800 Care of Children 8VAC20-800 Preventing the Spread of Disease 8VAC20-800 Emergencies 8VAC20-800 Nutrition 8VAC20-770 Background Checks

Technical Assistance:

Discussed more organization with paperwork and eliminating clutter.

Comments:

An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted today. There were 3 children present (7 points) with 2 caregivers. The childcare space, children's records, caregiver records, household member records, evacuation logs, attendance logs, menu's, bathrooms and emergency supplies were reviewed. The children were observed playing floor games, hand washing and preparing for breakfast. Areas of non-compliance were cited on the violation notice. If you have any questions, please call me at 571.423.6392 or email me at tanya.johnson@doe.virginia.gov.

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-770-40-D-1-a
Description:	Based on a review of caregiver records, the provider failed to obtain documentation of a central registry background check by the 30th day of employment. Evidence: Caregiver #2's record does not have documentation of a central registry background check. Date of hire: 3/21/2022.
Plan of Correction:	I will contact agency and document each contact with agency. I will also resubmit request for background check.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-760-A-1
Description:	Based on a review of the first aid kit, the provider failed to ensure that all required supplies were present. Evidence: The first aid kit was missing tweezers, two triangular bandages, ice pack and gloves.
Plan of Correction:	I will replace these items in the first aid kit.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-830-A
Description:	Based on observation, the provider failed to practice emergency evacuation procedures monthly. Evidence: The provider did not have documentation of practicing evacuation procedures for 2022.
Plan of Correction:	I will complete and document emergency drills monthly.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-120-A
Description:	Based on a review of staff documents, the provider failed to obtain and maintain all required documents. Evidence: Caregiver #2's record does not have documentation of tow references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment.
Plan of Correction:	I will ask for references and place documentation in record.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-50-A
Description:	Based on observation, the provider did not keep a written record of children in attendance.
Plan of Correction:	I will record attendance daily.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-60-A
Description:	Based on review of children's records, the provider failed to obtain and maintain all required documentation. Evidence: Child #1's record did not contain the name address and telephone number of each parent's place of employment, first date of attendance, proof of identification or authorization for emergency care. Child #2's record did not contain the parent's work phone numbers.
Plan of Correction:	I will request this information from the parent and place in child record.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-210-A
Description:	Based on review of staff records, the provider failed to obtain a minimum of 16 clock hours of training annually in areas relevant to their job responsibilities, Evidence: Caregiver #1's record did not contain documentation of sixteen clock hours of training. Caregiver #2's employment date was 3/21/2022
Plan of Correction:	All caregiver's will obtain 16 hours of training annually.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-340-C
Description:	Based on observation, the provider failed to ensure that the bathroom shall be kept clean and contain a working toilet and sink, toilet tissue, liquid soap and paper towels. Evidence: The bathroom used by children did not contain paper towels, toilet paper or soap.
Plan of Correction:	I will refill these items.