Ms. Letitia Paige
2216 Parker Avenue
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 397-1100
Current Inspector: Kimberly Sampson (757) 354-7307
Inspection Date:
Complaint Related: No
- Violations:
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Standard #: 22.1-289.058 Description: Based on observation and interview it was determined the provider did not ensure the home had at least one carbon monoxide detector.
Evidence:
1. There was no carbon monoxide detector in the home.
2. Provider confirmed that there was no carbon monoxide detector present during this inspection.Plan of Correction: Provider will install a carbon monoxide detector.
Standard #: 8VAC20-800-830-C Description: Based on record review and interview it was determined the provider did not ensure that documentation of emergency evacuation and shelter-in-place drills was maintained.
Evidence:
1. The last shelter in place drill recorded was July 2021.
2. Provider and assistant reported that the drill had been completed but not recorded.Plan of Correction: Provider will document all emergency drills.
Standard #: 8VAC20-800-140-B-3 Description: Based on record review and interview it was determined the provider did not ensure that the assistant provider had current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as appropriate to the age of the children in care.
Evidence:
1. The record for assistant provider did not contain documentation of current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The documentation available expired 10.23.21
2. The assistant provider confirmed that their certification had expired.Plan of Correction: Assistant will get current CPR certification.
Standard #: 8VAC20-800-140-B-4 Description: Based on record review and interview it was determined the provider did not ensure that the assistant provider had current certification in first aid, as appropriate to the age of the children in care.
Evidence:
1. The record for assistant provider did not contain documentation of current certification in first aid. The documentation available expired 10.23.21
2. The assistant provider confirmed that their certification had expired.Plan of Correction: Assistant will get current first aid certification.
Standard #: 8VAC20-800-240-A Description: Based on observation it was determined the provider did not ensure that all areas and furnishings of the family day home, inside and outside, were maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition.
Evidence:
1. There are small of broken, exposed plaster and peeling paint in the main childcare room.
2. One of the components of the play kitchen rocked when pulled on, presenting a potential tip hazard.Plan of Correction: Provider will repair broken plaster, peeling paint, and anchor play kitchen component.
Standard #: 8VAC20-800-430-A Description: Based on observation and interview it was determined the provider did not ensure that children under two years of age and children over two years of age who are not developmentally ready to climb or descend stairs without supervision shall not have access to stairs.
Evidence:
1. There was no barrier preventing access to the stairs to the second floor.
2. Provider confirmed that they had not installed the gate to prevent access to the stairs.Plan of Correction: Provider will install gate at base of stairs.
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.
