VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

ODU Children's Learning & Research Center #1
1020 West 47th Street
Norfolk, VA 23529
(757) 683-3320

Current Inspector: Kimberly Sampson (757) 354-7307

Inspection Date: April 3, 2023

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. 8VAC20-820 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 63.2 Child Abuse & Neglect

Comments:

An unannounced monitoring visit and facility tour was conducted on 4/3/2023. At the time of inspectors' arrival there were 23 infant to preschool aged children in care with 6 staff members and 2 administrators. Children were observed interacting with staff, outdoor free play, nap, and educational activities. A sample of 5 children's records and 5 staff records were reviewed. Injury reports and medications were also reviewed. Areas of noncompliance are identified on the violation notice and were discussed with the director in an exit meeting at the conclusion of this inspection.

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-770-60-B
Description:	Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that each employee completed a sworn statement prior to hire. Evidence: 1. The records for staff #1 and staff #4 did not contain sworn statements. 2. Staff confirmed that these documents were not available during this inspection.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-130-E
Description:	Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years. Evidence: 1. The record for child #1 (under two years of age) did not contain updated immunization documentation. The documentation available was dated 8/20/21. 2. Staff confirmed updated documentation was not available during this inspection.
Plan of Correction:	Staff will request information from parents.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-60-A
Description:	Based on record review and interview it was determined that the center did not ensure that the separate record for each child enrolled contained all of the required information. Evidence: 1. The record for child #1(enrolled 9/7/21) did not contain documentation of Father's work information. 2. The record for child #2(enrolled 1/23/23) did not contain documentation of work phone numbers for each parent. 3. The record for child #3(enrolled 9/6/22) did not contain documentation of work phone numbers for each parent. 4. The record for child #5 did not contain documentation of work phone numbers for each parent. 5. Staff confirmed this information was not available during this inspection.
Plan of Correction:	Staff will request information from parents.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-70
Description:	Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that staff records contained all the required information. Evidence: 1. The records for staff #1, and staff #4 did not contain: -Dates of hire -Documentation to demonstrate that the individual possesses the education, certification, and experience required by the job position, and orientation and training as required in 8VAC20-780-240 and 8VAC20-780-245 -Documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment 2. Staff #1 and #4 were present and supervising children during this inspection. 3. Staff confirmed this documentation was not available during this inspection.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-240-A
Description:	Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that all staff completed the Virginia Department of Education-sponsored orientation course shall be completed within 90 calendar days of employment. Evidence: 1. 5 of 5 staff records reviewed did not contain documentation of the completion of the Virginia Department of Education-sponsored orientation course. 2. Staff confirmed this documentation was not available during this inspection.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-240-E
Description:	Based on record review and interview it was determined that the center did not ensure staff completed orientation training in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as appropriate to the age of the children in care within the first 30 days of employment. Evidence: 1. The records for staff #2, 3, and 5 did not contain documentation of completed orientation training in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as appropriate to the age of the children in care within the first 30 days of employment. 2. All staff above have been employed with the center for more than 30 days. 3. Staff confirmed this documentation was not available during this inspection.
Plan of Correction:	Center staff will develop and implement a training curriculum.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-270-A
Description:	Based on observation and interview it was determined that the center did not ensure that all areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, were maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. On the outdoor playground there were several 1.5'-2' tears in the poured in place resilient surfacing which presented potential trip hazards. 2. There were 3.5' tall shelving units that presented potential tipping hazards in the classrooms. 3. There were several small areas of peeling drywall and exposed plaster. Many of the areas had been taped over to prevent access but at least one was uncovered and accessible to children in care. 4. In the outdoor play area there was a small hollow play table that had .5" on standing water, presenting a potential breeding ground for mosquitos.
Plan of Correction:	Center staff will follow up on work order previously submitted.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-420-E-3
Description:	Based on record review and interview it was determined that the center did not request at least annually written parental confirmation that the information in the child's record was up to date. Evidence: 1. The record for child #1(enrolled 9/7/21) did not contain annual documentation that the record up to date. 2. Staff confirmed that this information was not available during this inspection.
Plan of Correction:	Staff will request information from parents.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-530-A
Description:	Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not ensure at least one staff in each classroom or area where children are present has current certification in first aid and CPR as appropriate to the age of the children in care. Evidence: 1. 5 out of the 5 staff records reviewed did not contain documentation of current certification in first aid and CPR. 2. Staff confirmed that these documents were not available during this inspection.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-550-H
Description:	Based on observation it was determined the center did not maintain a record of the dates of the practice drills for one year. Evidence: Staff reported that drills were conducted but not recorded.
Plan of Correction:	Lockdown drill requirement has been added to drill log. Staff will be reminded to document all drills.