VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Angel's Place Daycare Center II
9573 Shore Drive
Suite A
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 227-3332

Current Inspector: Rene Old (757) 404-1784

Inspection Date: April 1, 2022

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

8VAC20-780 ADMINISTRATION. 8VAC20-780 STAFF QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING. 8VAC20-780 Physical plant. 8VAC20-780 STAFFING AND SUPERVISION. 8VAC20-780 PROGRAMS. 8VAC20-780 Special care provisions and emergencies. 8VAC20-780 SPECIAL SERVICES. 8VAC20-820 THE LICENSE. 8VAC20-770 Background Checks (8VAC20-770)

Technical Assistance:

The changes to the CDC standards, effective 10/13, 2021, were reviewed. The recording / training for these changes can be viewed at the Child Care VA website. Discussed removing standing water from outdoor play equipment and the metal toileting sign from the bathroom. Reviewed requirement for allergy lists to be current to include food sensitivities.

Comments:

An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted on 04/01/2022 from 11:00 am - 2:25 pm. At the time of entrance there were 48 children present with 10 staff supervising. The children in care ranged in age from infant - 5 years. Children were observed during circle time, center activities, and nap. Records were reviewed for four staff and three children. Violations were observed in the areas of administration, physical plant, special care provisions and emergencies, special services and background checks. These violations are listed on the violation notice issued to the facility and were discussed with the program director at the conclusion of the inspection.

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-770-60-B
Description:	Based on record review and interview, the center failed ensure that staff have an original criminal history record report within 30 days of employment. Evidence: 1. The criminal history record report for staff 3 was obtained on 11/23/2021 after her employment date of 10/21/2021. 2. Administrative staff confirmed that the criminal history record report for staff 3 was obtained after her first day of employment.
Plan of Correction:	All staff will have a criminal history record report prior to hire going forward.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-130-E
Description:	Based on record review, the center failed to obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years. Evidence: 1. The most recent immunizations on file for child 2 were administered on 10/30/2019. a. Child 2 is under the age of two years.
Plan of Correction:	The parent of child 2 will be asked to provide a current immunization record.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-160-A-1
Description:	Based on record review, the center failed to ensure that documentation of the TB screening shall be submitted at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. Evidence: 1. The TB screening for staff 1, hire date 03/28/2022, was conducted on 10/01/2021.
Plan of Correction:	Going forward all staff will obtain a TB screening that was completed no more than 30 days prior to hire. Staff 1 will obtain a new TB screening.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-60-A
Description:	Based on record review, the center failed to ensure that children's records contain all of the required elements. Evidence: 1. The record for child 1 lacked the following required information: a. The name, address and phone number for a second emergency contact; b. The first emergency contact listed lacked an address.
Plan of Correction:	Complete emergency contact information will be obtained for child 1.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-270-A
Description:	Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that outside equipment of the center shall be maintained in a safe condition. Unsafe conditions shall include, but not be limited to: chipped or peeling paint. Evidence: 1. Areas of peeling paint and exposed rust was observed on the bottom areas of the merry-go-round seats.
Plan of Correction:	These areas will be sanded and repainted.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-330-B
Description:	Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that where playground equipment is provided, resilient surfacing shall comply with minimum safety standards when tested in accordance with the procedures described in the American Society for Testing and Materials standard F1292-99 as shown in Figures 2 (Compressed Loose Fill Synthetic Materials Depth Chart) and 3 (Use Zones for Equipment) on pages 6-7 of the National Program for Playground Safety's "Selecting Playground Surface Materials: Selecting the Best Surface Material for Your Playground," February 2004, and shall be under equipment with moving parts or climbing apparatus to create a fall zone free of hazardous obstacles. Fall zones are defined as the area underneath and surrounding equipment that requires a resilient surface. A fall zone shall encompass sufficient area to include the child's trajectory in the event of a fall while the equipment is in use. Falls zones shall not include barriers for resilient surfacing. Where steps are used for accessibility, resilient surfacing is not required. Evidence: 1. A small plastic moveable play structure, with slide, was placed over grass. a. Grass is not considered resilient surfacing.
Plan of Correction:	This structure will be removed and/or placed over resilient surfacing with appropriate fall zones.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-500-B
Description:	Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that a nonabsorbent surface for diapering or changing shall be used. Evidence: 1. The diaper changing pads in the infant classroom and the "waddler" classroom have areas of ripped/torn plastic.
Plan of Correction:	New diapering pads have been ordered.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-530-A-1
Description:	Based on record review and interview, the center failed to ensure there is at least one staff in each classroom or area where children are present shall have current CPR certification. Evidence: 1. CPR certification for all staff present has expired as of 03/27/2022. 2. Administrative staff confirmed that CPR had recently expired for all staff.
Plan of Correction:	All staff will complete an updated CPR and First Aid class on 05/05/2022.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-530-A-2
Description:	Based on record review and interview, the center failed to ensure there is at least one staff in each classroom or area where children are present shall have current certification in first aid. Evidence: 1. First aid certification for all staff present has expired as of 03/27/2022. 2. Administrative staff confirmed that first aid had recently expired for all staff.
Plan of Correction:	All staff will complete an updated CPR and First Aid class on 05/05/2022.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-580-B
Description:	Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that any vehicle used by the center for the transportation of children shall meet the following requirements: The vehicle shall meet the safety standards set by the Department of Motor Vehicles. Evidence: 1. The Virginia State Inspection Sticker on the van used for transporting children to and from public school had expired as of March 31, 2022. 2. Administrative staff confirmed that the state inspection for this vehicle had expired.
Plan of Correction:	The van will be taken for an annual state inspection.