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La Petite Academy - Dumfries
17040 Richmond Highway
Dumfries, VA 22026-2112
(703) 221-5678

Current Inspector: Donna Liberman (540) 359-5244

Inspection Date: June 7, 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:
Provided consultation on standard:
1) 70 ? ensure all staff records contain all required information
2) 80A ? for each group of children the center shall maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. The attendance record should accurately reflect the number of children in the classroom
3) 340F ? children under 10 years of age shall be within actual sight and sound supervision of staff
4) 500 ? disposable diapers should be disposed of in a leakproof or plastic-lined storage system used in such a way that neither the staff?s hand or the soiled diaper touches an exterior surface of the storage system during disposal; A leakproof covered receptacle is required for soiled linens
5) 570E ? ensure all bottles are labeled as required

Comments:
An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted from 12:00 - 3:15 pm with the director. There were 71 children, ranging from three months to eight years of age, present with nine staff supervising. Infants were observed eating, resting and playing, and toddlers and preschool children were observed napping. Three school age children were participating in a quiet table top activity. Five children's records and five staff records were reviewed. There was no medication to review, however staff have current certification in Medication Administration Training (MAT), first aid and CPR. The emergency drill log, daily attendance, written allergy list, fire and health inspections were reviewed.

Please complete the columns for "Plan of Correction" and "Date to be Corrected" for each violation cited on the violation notice, and then return a signed and dated copy to the licensing office by 4:00pm on Monday, 6/27/2022. If you have further questions about this inspection please contact Donna Liberman at 540-359-5244 or Donna.Liberman@doe.virginia.gov.

Violations:
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-40-M
Description: Based on observation, and interviews with staff, the facility failed to maintain a current written list of all children?s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions. Evidence: there was not a written list posted in all rooms; the list that was posted in the toddler and three?s room was dated: 3/23/21; the list in the toddler class was facing forward and was not kept confidential; the list that was posted in the school age class was dated: 4/26/19; staff confirmed that the list was not up to date.

Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.

Standard #: 8VAC20-780-60-A
Description: Based on review of five children's records, it was determined that not all records contained all required information. Evidence: the records for child #3 and child #4 did not have the name, address and phone number for two emergency contacts or authorization for emergency medical care. The record for child #4 did not have the name, address and phone number for parents, work name and phone number for parents, or doctor name and phone number.

Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.

Standard #: 8VAC20-780-240-B
Description: Based on review of five staff records, the center did not have documentation that staff received orientation training prior to working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities, as required. Evidence: The record for staff #1 (date of hire: 9/13/21), staff #2 (date of hire: 10/12/21), staff #3 (date of hire: 4/18/19), and staff #4 (date of hire: 9/15/21) did not contain documentation of orientation training.

Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.

Standard #: 8VAC20-780-270-A
Description: Based on observation, it was determined that not all areas outside of the center were maintained in a clean and safe condition. Evidence:
1) There was rusty nuts, washers and bolts as well as peeling paint on playground equipment
2) There was rust, exposed sharp edges and gaps on the fence surrounding the playground
3) There was trash and broken items on the playground
4) There were exposed tree roots causing potential tripping hazards and gaps in the fence
5) There was an exposed wire on the school age playground area ? playground is off limits until removed
6) The perimeter of the building had deteriorating and damaged wood

Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.

Standard #: 8VAC20-780-280-B
Description: Based on observation, it was determined that not all hazardous substances were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence:
1) A spray bottle of sanitizing solution was observed sitting on the changing table next to the sink in both the infant and toddler classrooms.
2) A canister of Clorox wipes was observed in an unlocked cabinet in the school age classroom

Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.

Standard #: 8VAC20-780-330-B
Description: Based on an inspection of the playground, it was determined that the mulch under and around play equipment was not resilient. Evidence: The depth of the wood chips under and around the composite play structure was approximately one - two inches in depth.

Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.

Standard #: 8VAC20-780-350-B-1
Description: Based on observation, interview and review of documentation, the facility failed to maintain the ratio of one staff for every 4 children, ages birth through 16 months. Evidence: nine children were observed in the toddler classroom with two staff supervising. The youngest child in the room was 12 months old.

Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.

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.

Virginia Quality is a voluntary quality rating and improvement system for early care and education facilities serving children ages birth through pre-K. To find programs participating in Virginia Quality, click here.

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