The Merit School of Prince William #5
14308 Spriggs Road
Woodbridge, VA 22193
(703) 670-9650
Current Inspector: Shawanda Henderson (540) 216-1434
Inspection Date: Oct. 19, 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.
8VAC20-820 THE LICENSE.
8VAC20-820 THE LICENSING PROCESS.
8VAC20-770 Background Checks (8VAC20-770)
20 Access to minor?s records
22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide
- Comments:
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An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted today from 12:45pm to 1:30pm. There were 93 (preschool to School-Age) directly supervised by 9 staff. The physical plant, 2 staff records, 5 children?s records, no children's medications and medication authorization records, evacuation drills, injury reports, emergency supplies, and policies were inspected. Children were observed participating in group play, reading sessions, learning, and taking naps. Diapering and hand-washing procedures were also observed. There was a sufficient supply of books, toys, and materials for the children. There was an adequate number of staff with current certification in MAT, CPR and First Aid, as well as DHO training. Staff-to-child ratios were in compliance. The center was clean and organized. Areas of non-compliance are identified in this report. If you have any questions regarding this inspection, please contact the Licensing Inspector. Keesha Minor (keesha.minor@doe.virginia.gov) or 540-340-2672.
- Violations:
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Standard #: 8VAC20-770-60-C-2 Description: Based on review, the facility did not ensure that staff have obtained central registry results within 30 days of employment.
Evidence: Reviewed 2 staff records and found that Staff 2 had no documentation of results or submitting to a central registry background check.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-160-A Description: Based on review, the facility did not ensure that each staff member submits documentation of negative TB screening prior to coming into contact with children.
Evidence: reviewed 2 staff record and found that Staff 2 did not have documentation of a TB screening.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-440-E Description: Based on observation, the facility did not ensure that there is at least 12 inches of space between occupied cots, beds and rest mats.
Evidence: observed in all 3 preschool classrooms, at least 2 children in each room that were within 12 inches of each other during nap time.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.
