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Children's Harbor - Suffolk
1020 Champion's Way
Suffolk, VA 23435
(757) 483-2693

Current Inspector: Melinda Popkin (757) 802-5281

Inspection Date: July 18, 2019

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:
22VAC40-185 ADMINISTRATION.
22VAC40-185 STAFF QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING.
22VAC40-185 PHYSICAL PLANT.
22VAC40-185 STAFFING AND SUPERVISION.
22VAC40-185 SPECIAL CARE PROVISIONS AND EMERGENCIES.
22VAC40-191 Background Checks (22VAC40-191)
63.2(17) License & Registration Procedures

Comments:
An investigation was initiated on 7/10/19 in response to a self-reported incident received by the Eastern Regional Office on 7/9/19 regarding a child injury. An on-site inspection was conducted on 7/18/19. Interviews with staff were conducted and documents and records related to the incident were reviewed. Collateral statements were also obtained. The investigation was concluded on 9/23/19. Based on the information gathered during the investigation, the self-reported incident is determined to be not valid. One violation not related to the incident is identified on the violation notice and was discussed with administration during an exit meeting on 10/2/19.

Violations:
Standard #: 22VAC40-185-280-B
Description: Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that hazardous substances, such as cleaning materials, shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children.

Evidence:
1. The cabinet doors in the Green 1 classroom were missing, resulting in the cleaning materials being stored in them to be unlocked. A spray bottle of Lemon Brite all purpose cleaner with bleach, a spray bottle of bleach water and 2 cans of Vectair Airoma were found on the shelves of the cabinets and were accessible to children in care.
2. Staff confirmed that the cleaning materials were not kept in a locked area of the classroom.

Plan of Correction: The center responded with the following: Maintenance team has replaced all cabinet doors. All chemicals are locked and secured properly.

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.

Virginia Quality is a voluntary quality rating and improvement system for early care and education facilities serving children ages birth through pre-K. To find programs participating in Virginia Quality, click here.

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