VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Hudson, Kwana
205 North Ripley Street
Apt 103
Alexandria, VA 22304
(571) 282-7851

Current Inspector: Ann Dramstad (703) 314-0860

Inspection Date: Oct. 17, 2019

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

63.2 Child abuse and neglect 63.2 Licensure and Registration Procedures 63.2 Facilities and Programs 22VAC40-665 Subsidy Program Vendor Requirements for Family Day Homes 22VAC40-665 General qualifications 22VAC40-665 Building or home maintenance. 22VAC40-665 Supervision and ratio requirements 22VAC40-665 Programs 22VAC40-665 Special Care Provisions & Emergencies 22VAC40-665 Special Services

Technical Assistance:

Provided Vendor with blank copies of forms that will assist in keeping records complete and current

Comments:

An unannounced SHSI Inspection was conducted today at 1015. The Vendor was present with 2 children for a total of 7 points. The Vendor and Inspector walked through the apartment and when seated, the Inspector referenced the strong odor of marijuana and inquired about it. The Vendor stated she did not smoke it and the Inspector indicated this is not permitted. The Vendor has attended workshops and is CPR/First Aid Certified. The Vendor is not MAT certified and does not administer medication. The children were playing with toys and the television and child related program on. Please call with questions 703-479-4679

Violations:

Standard #:	22VAC40-665-160-B
Description:	Based on record review and interview, it was determined the vendor did not maintain a written hard copy record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: 1. Attendance record was reviewed and the last recorded date was listed October 10. 2. Children were present during the inspection, and the Vendor said she usually records attendance at the end of each week.
Plan of Correction:	I will write down when they arrive and leave each day.
Standard #:	22VAC40-665-170-B
Description:	Based on record review if 2 children's files, it was determined the Vendor did not maintain the complete information for child 1. Evidence: 1. Child 1 did not contain parent's written authorization for emergency medical care, and the address for an emergency contact person listed in the child's information.
Plan of Correction:	I will have parent fill out the information on my child enrollment form.
Standard #:	22VAC40-665-170-B-14
Description:	Based on interview and record review, it was determined the vendor did not obtain permission to transport child if the vendor provides transportation; Evidence: 1. Vendor had signed permission to take children out of the apartment but did not have permission for transportation. 2. Vendor stated she thought the permission to take them out was transportation.
Plan of Correction:	Inspector gave the Vendor a blank mode of transportation form and she said she would have parents sign the form.
Standard #:	22VAC40-665-210-A
Description:	Based on interview and record review, it was determined the vendor did not obtain documentation that the child has been immunized before the child began attending. Evidence: 1. Child 1 had a start date of May, 2019 but did not have Immunization documentation. 2. Vendor stated the parent had to move and had not been able to get a copy.
Plan of Correction:	I will get a copy from the parent.
Standard #:	22VAC40-665-210-B
Description:	Based on record review of Child #2's Immunization documentation, it was determined the vendor did not obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children less than the age of two years. Evidence: 1. Child #2's Immunization record was from end of 2018 and child is under 2 years of age.
Plan of Correction:	I will ask for a new record because child went to the Doctor recently.
Standard #:	22VAC40-665-250-A
Description:	Based on observation, it was determined the vendor did not store potentially poisonous substances, materials and supplies such as, but not limited to, cleaning agents, disinfectants, deodorizers, plant care chemicals, pesticides, and petroleum distillates in areas inaccessible to children. Evidence: 1. During walk through of the home, the Inspector observed Bath and Body Works body spray on a low shelf and on the kitchen counter.
Plan of Correction:	Removed during the inspection.
Standard #:	22VAC40-665-250-B
Description:	Based on observation, it was determined the vendor stored cleaning and sanitizing materials above and in same area as food children's sippy cups. Evidence: 1. A bottle of bleach and a spray can of appliance cleaner were located on shelves above food and children's sippy cups.
Plan of Correction:	Removed during the inspection.
Standard #:	22VAC40-665-250-C
Description:	Based on observation and interview, it was determined the vendor did not clearly indicate contents of hazardous substances in the substitute containers used to clean and sanitized the changing pad. Evidence: 1. Vendor mixed bleach and water in placed in a spray bottle. Vendor also mixed siap and water in another spray bottle. Both bottles were not labeled and vendor said she knew by the color of the top.
Plan of Correction:	I will label each.
Standard #:	22VAC40-665-370-F
Description:	Based on observation and interview it was determined the vendor placed soiled disposable diapers and wipes in a leak-proof or plastic-lined storage system that is not foot operated or without hands or items touching the outside of the can' s lid. Evidence: 1. Vendor said she places diapers in kitchen trash can and upon check it had no cover. Vendor stated she had a cover and stated she didn't it was required. She placed a lid on it but it requires a person to use their hand to lift the lid and dispose in the trash can.
Plan of Correction:	I will get another trash can that allows for better disposal.
Standard #:	22VAC40-665-390-B-2
Description:	Based on observation and vendors attempt to turn on the radio, it was determined the radio does not work as a battery operated device because it is missing 2 batteries.
Plan of Correction:	I will purchase more batteries.
Standard #:	63.2-1721.1-B-2
Description:	Based on interview with Vendor and local agency, it was determined the vendor did not have household member submit to fingerprinting. Evidence: 1. Vendor stated one household member is 18 years and has not submitted finger prints for a background check. 2. Local agency also stated it has not been conducted at this time.
Plan of Correction:	I will have person get finger print check completed.