Independence Head Start
911 East Main Street
Independence, VA 24348
(276) 768-1746
Current Inspector: Todd Scott (276) 608-3749
Inspection Date: May 11, 2022
Complaint Related: No
- Areas Reviewed:
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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.
8VAC20-770 Background Checks (8VAC20-770)
22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide
- Comments:
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A renewal inspection was conducted from 12:40 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. There were 27 children in care ages infant to 5 years old with 6 staff supervising. The cook was also present. Children were observed washing hands, having a bathroom break, and getting ready for a nap. Infants were observed being fed, during a diaper change, and playing. Three child records were reviewed and three
The inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program.
- Violations:
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Standard #: 8VAC20-780-280-B Description: Based on observation, hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children.
Evidence:
1. There were two bottles of Clean Smart on a shelf cabinet that was not locked. It was out of the reach of children.Plan of Correction: The site director corrected during the inspection and also reminded staff that all hazardous substances needed to be locked at all times.
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.
