Stepping Stones Child Development Center, LLC
12946 Jefferson Avenue
Newport news, VA 23608
(757) 369-2528
Current Inspector: Michele Patchett (757) 439-6816
Inspection Date: March 27, 2023
Complaint Related: No
- Comments:
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A monitoring inspection was completed on March 27, 2023. There were 22 children present with 6 staff supervising and administrative staff on site. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, physical plant, staffing and supervision, programming, medication, special care and emergencies and nutrition. A total of 5 child records and 3 staff records were reviewed.
Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. If you have any question regarding the inspection please contact inspector, Tiffany Jones at 757-403-3045.
- Violations:
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Standard #: 8VAC20-780-150-B Description: Based on review of children's record, and interview, the center did not ensure the physical examination and immunizations were signed by a physician, his designee, or an official of a local health department.
Evidence: In Child#1's record (start date: 03/16/23), there was no physician signatures found on the physical examination and immunizations. Interview with staff confirmed the available documentation for review during the inspection.Plan of Correction: The center's Director will review all documents for signatures prior to enrollment.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-280-B Description: Based on observation, the center did not ensure all hazardous substances were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children.
Evidence: There were multiple disinfectant spray observed unlocked under the sink with the labels "keep out of reach of children" and "caution"Plan of Correction: The center will ensure kitchen door is locked and/or lock cabinet in the staff bathroom.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-550-G Description: Based on review of documentation and interview, the center did not ensure to maintain documentation of all emergency drills.
Evidence: There was no documentation found for two practiced shelter in place for 2022. Interview with staff confirmed the documentation was available for review during the inspection.Plan of Correction: The center Director will ensure to record all practiced drills for review.
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.
