LeafSpring School at Hanover
8218 Atlee Road
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 730-1010
Current Inspector: LaTasha Smith (804) 588-2362
Inspection Date: May 3, 2023
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.
8VAC20-780 Special Services.
8VAC20-770 Background Checks (8VAC20-770)
22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide
- Comments:
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An unannounced renewal inspection was conducted on May 3, 202. The inspection began at approximately 9:55 AM and concluded at 1:15 PM. There were 88 children present, ranging in ages from 9 months to 5 years, with 15 staff supervising. 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 10 child records and 10 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 questions about this inspection, please contact the licensing at (804) 588-2362.
- Violations:
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Standard #: 8VAC20-780-40-M Description: Based on observation, the center did not ensure to maintain, in a way that is accessible to all staff who work with children, a current written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions. This list shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present.
Evidence:
1. In the green room there was a list of children's allergies/sensitivities posted on the outside of a cabinet. This list was visible and not kept confidential.Plan of Correction: Parents will update pickup documentation today at pick up.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-60-A Description: Based on record review, children's records did not contain the required information.
Evidence:
1. Child #9's record did not contain documentation of the names of the persons authorized to pick up the child.
2. Child #10?s record did not contain documentation of the names of the persons authorized to pick up the child.Plan of Correction: Drills will be scheduled and added to the admin calendars.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-240-B Description: Based on record review for 10 staff, the center did not ensure that all staff completed orientation prior to the staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities.
Evidence:
1. Staff #1?s record did not contain documentation of a completed orientation. Staff # 1?s date of employment was 3/8/2023.
2. Staff #3?s record did not contain documentation of a completed orientation. Staff #3?s date of employment was 3/8/2023.
3. The center director stated that staff #1 and staff #2 has complete orientation but was waiting for staff to return orientation form.Plan of Correction: Staff will turn in orientation document prior to working in the classroom. Both staff members have completed.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-550-D Description: Based on a review of records and interview, the licensee failed to maintain a record of practice drills for one year.
Evidence:
1. There was no fire drill documented for November 2022 in the practice drill log.
2. In an interview with the director, it was determined that a drill was completed but had not been recorded in the log.Plan of Correction: All list will be moved/covered at the end of the inspection.
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.
