The Merit School of Broadlands (#71)
43190 Broadlands Center Plaza
Ashburn, VA 20148
(703) 729-6000
Current Inspector: Leslie Perez (703) 537-6013
Inspection Date: April 25, 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.
8VAC20-770 Background Checks (8VAC20-770)
22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide
- Technical Assistance:
-
Discussed with center director:
New policies, emergency plan and new orientation requirements.
- Comments:
-
An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted today from 11:45am-1:20pm. There were 17 children (infants-5yrs.) directly supervised by 7 staff. The physical plant, 3 staff records, 3 children?s records, medications, evacuation drills, emergency supplies, and policies were inspected. Children were observed participating in group play, washing hands and eating lunch. Today's lunch consisted of popcorn chicken, fries, bananas and milk. There was an adequate supply of materials for the children. The center was clean and organized. Areas of non-compliance are identified on the Violation Notice.
If you have any questions regarding this inspection, please contact the Licensing Inspector, Maria Soto at maria.soto@doe.virginia.gov or (571) 835-5058.
- Violations:
-
Standard #: 8VAC20-770-60-B Description: Based on record review, a staff member did not complete a sworn statement or affirmation form prior to their first day of employment.
Evidence:
Staff #1's record did not contain a Sworn Statement or Affirmation form. The staff member's first day of employment was documented as 4/19/2022.Plan of Correction: Statement was signed 3/9/2022 and is on file at center.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-160-A-2 Description: Based on record review, a staff member's tuberculosis (TB) screening/test was not completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment.
Evidence:
Staff #1's TB screening/test was completed on 12/3/2021, the staff member was hired on 4/19/2022.Plan of Correction: Staff #1 had a negative TB on file at the time of licensing visit. A review of licensing standards was conducted to ensure all TB test for new hires are done within 30 days of employment.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-70 Description: Based on record review, it was determined that the center did not maintain complete staff records.
Evidence:
Staff #2's record is missing one of two required references as to their character and reputation, as well as competency required prior to the first day of employment.Plan of Correction: References were completed and are on file at center.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-270-A Description: Based on observation, areas of the center, were not maintained in a safe and operable condition.
Evidence:
In the school-age classroom an area of approximately 6 inches in diameter of peeling paint was observed on the wall across from the bathrooms.Plan of Correction: Maintenance was contacted on 4/25/2022 to request paint touch up.
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.
