VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

AlphaBEST @ Park View Elementary
260 Elm Avenue
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 204-2851

Current Inspector: Kimberly Sampson (757) 354-7307

Inspection Date: July 20, 2021

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 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) 20 Access to minor?s records 32.1 Report by person other than physician 63.2 Child Abuse & Neglect 63.2(17) License & Registration Procedures 63.2 Facilities & Programs.

Comments:

This inspection was conducted by licensing staff using an alternate remote protocol, including telephone contacts, documents review, interviews, and a virtual tour of the program. A monitoring inspection was initiated on 7/20/2021 and concluded on 8/2/2021. The director was contacted by email to initiate the inspection. There were 8 children present and 3 staff. The inspector emailed the director/provider a list of items required to complete the inspection. The Inspector reviewed 3 children?s records and 3 staff records, along with any requested program records submitted by the facility to determine if required documentation was complete. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance(s) with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program.

Violations:

Standard #:	22VAC40-185-130-A
Description:	Based on record reviews and interviews it was determined the center did not obtain documentation that each child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. Evidence: 1. The record for child #1, child #2, and child #3 did not contain documentation of immunization records. 2. Director confirmed that the records for child #1, child #2, and child #3 did not contain immunizations.
Plan of Correction:	Director has requested from parents.
Standard #:	22VAC40-185-140-A
Description:	Based on record reviews and interviews it was determined the center did not ensure each child had a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician within the required time frame. Evidence: 1. The record for child #1, child #2, and child #3 did not contain documentation of a physical exam. 2. Director confirmed that the records for child #1, child #2, and child #3 did not contain physical exams.
Plan of Correction:	Director has requested from parents.
Standard #:	22VAC40-185-60-A
Description:	Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not have documentation of viewing proof of the child's identity and age as required. Evidence: 1. The record for child #1, child #2, and child #3 did not contain documentation of proof of identity and age. 2. Director confirmed that the records for child #1, child #2, and child #3 did not contain documentation of proof of identity and age.
Plan of Correction:	Director has requested from parents.
Standard #:	22VAC40-185-260-A
Description:	Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not have an annual fire inspection report from the appropriate fire official having jurisdiction. Evidence: 1. The most recent fire inspection report was dated 12/16/19. 2. Director confirmed that the 12/16/19 report was the most current available.
Plan of Correction:	Director will request an updated fire inspection.
Standard #:	22VAC40-185-260-B
Description:	Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not have annual approval from the health department. Evidence: 1. The last health inspection was dated 4/8/19. 2. The director confirmed that the 4/8/19 health inspection was the most current.
Plan of Correction:	Director will request an updated health inspection.
Standard #:	22VAC40-185-540-C
Description:	Based on video and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that the first aid kit contained all of the required components. Evidence: 1. The first aid kit did not contain tweezers and more than one triangular bandage. 2. The director confirmed there were no tweezers or a second triangular bandage in the kit.
Plan of Correction:	Director will ensure that the first aid kit contains all of the required components.
Standard #:	22VAC40-185-540-E
Description:	Based on video and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that the emergency supplies contained all of the required components. Evidence: 1. The emergency supply kit did not contain an emergency flashlight and radio. 2. The director confirmed there was no emergency flashlight or radio available during the inspection.
Plan of Correction:	Director will ensure that all emergency supplies are on site.