VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Groomed for Greatness Learning Center II
5038 East Princess Anne Road
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 222-5404

Current Inspector: Nanette Roberts (757) 404-2322

Inspection Date: Jan. 17, 2019

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

22VAC40-185 ADMINISTRATION. 22VAC40-185 STAFF QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING. 22VAC40-185 PHYSICAL PLANT. 22VAC40-185 PROGRAMS. 22VAC40-185 SPECIAL CARE PROVISIONS AND EMERGENCIES. 22VAC40-185 SPECIAL SERVICES. 22VAC40-80 THE LICENSE. 22VAC40-80 THE LICENSING PROCESS. 22VAC40-191 Background Checks (22VAC40-191) 63.2(17) License & Registration Procedures 63.2 Facilities & Programs.

Technical Assistance:

Technical assistance was provided in the following areas of the standards: 22VAC40-185-(2)-60-A (Children's records); 22VAC40-185-(2)-70-A (Staff records); 22VAC40-185-(3)-190 (Program Director); 22VAC40-185-(4)-270 (Building maintenance); 22VAC40-185-(4)-330 (Play areas); 22VAC40-185-(5)-340 (Supervision); 22VAC40-185-(5)-350 (Supervision/ratios); 22VAC40-185-(7)-550 (Emergencies); 22VAC40-185-(8)-560 (Nutrition); 22VAC40-191 (Background checks)

Comments:

Licensing Inspector arrived at 10:00am on 1/17/19 to complete an initial inspection. All spaces and equipment to be used by the children, including the playground, were measured and inspected. The application request a capacity of 70 which is supported by the measurements taken at the inspection today, however the certificate of occupancy only allows for 62 children. One staff record was reviewed to determine the qualifications of the Program Director. No records were reviewed for children at the inspection today. There were no children present during the inspection. Any areas of the standards related to direct service that were not determined during the initial inspection will be determined at the first unannounced inspection following issuance of the license. Emergency procedures and emergency supplies along with all required postings were reviewed during the inspection. The center's policies and procedures were reviewed prior to and during the inspection. All future inspections will be unannounced. Please contact the inspector at (757) 404-2322 if there are any questions. Areas of non-compliance are identified on the violation notice and were discussed during the exit interview.

Violations:

Standard #:	22VAC40-185-380-A
Description:	Based on a observation and interview it was determined that the applicant did not ensure that there hall be a posted daily schedule that allows for flexibility as children's needs require. The daily schedule need not apply on days occupied a majority of the time by a field trip or other special event. Evidence: 1. There was no posted daily schedule in the Two's classroom or the Preschool classroom. 2. Staff #1 confirmed there was not a posted daily schedule in the Two's classroom or the Preschool classroom.
Plan of Correction:	The facility responded: The daily schedule will be posted for each classroom.
Standard #:	22VAC40-185-540-C
Description:	Based on a review the facility's first aid kit and interview, it was determined that the applicant did not ensure that the facility's first aid kit contains all of the required items. Evidence: 1. The facility's first aid kit did not include a thermometer. 2. Staff #1 confirmed that there was not a thermometer available for viewing during the inspection.
Plan of Correction:	The facility responded: A thermometer was placed in the facility; verification was emailed to inspector on January 17, 2019.
Standard #:	22VAC40-185-550-C
Description:	Based on a observation and interview, it was determined that the applicant did not ensure that emergency evacuation and shelter-in-place procedures/maps shall be posted in a location conspicuous to staff and children on each floor of each building. Evidence: 1. The posted emergency map did not include a secondary evacuation and the shelter-in-place location. 2. The procedures for an emergency evacuation and shelter-in-place were not posted anywhere in the building. 3. Staff #1 confirmed that the emergency map did not include all of the required items and that the procedures for an emergency evacuation and shelter-in-place were not posted anywhere in the building.
Plan of Correction:	The facility responded: Evacuation procedures, secondary evacuation path and the shelter-in-place location was posted in the facility.
Standard #:	22VAC40-185-550-F
Description:	Based on a observation and interview, and interview, it was determined that the applicant did not ensure that 911or local dial number for police, fire and emergency medical services and the number of the regional poison control center shall be posted in a visible place at each telephone. Evidence: 1. 911 or local dial number for police, fire and emergency medical services and the number of the regional poison control center shall be posted in a visible place at each telephone. 2. Staff #1 confirmed that 911 or local dial number for police, fire and emergency medical services and the number of the regional poison control center shall be posted in a visible place at each telephone.
Plan of Correction:	The facility responded: The emergency contact list was posted near the telephone; verification was emailed to inspector in January 17, 2019.
Standard #:	22VAC40-185-570-I
Description:	Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the applicant did not ensure that the facility shall maintain a one-day's emergency supply of disposable bottles, nipples, and commercial formulas appropriate for the children in care. Evidence: When asked if the facility had a one-day's emergency supply of disposable bottles, nipples, and commercial formulas appropriate for the children in care, staff #1 said the center did not.
Plan of Correction:	The facility responded: A supply of disposable bottles, nipples, and commercial formula will be purchased for the center.