ODU Children's Learning & Research Center #2
4501 Hampton Boulevard
Room 139
Norfolk, VA 23529
(757) 683-4987
Current Inspector: Kimberly Sampson (757) 354-7307
Inspection Date: May 24, 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.
8VAC20-820 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:
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An unannounced monitoring visit and facility tour was conducted on 5/24/2023. At the time of inspectors' arrival there were 34 preschool aged children in care with 6 staff members and 1 administrator. Children were observed interacting with staff, nap, outdoor play, and departing. 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:
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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 at time of immunizations) did not contain updated immunization documentation. The documentation available was dated 7/20/18.
2. Staff confirmed updated documentation was not available during this inspection.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-140-A Description: Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that each child had a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician within the required time frame.
Evidence:
1. The record for child #4(enrolled 11/5/20) did not contain documentation of a physical exam.
2. Staff confirmed that this documentation was not available during this inspection.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
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 9/4/18) did not contain documentation of updates and confirmation of up to date information in the record. Last updated 9/4/19.
2. The record for child #4(enrolled 11/5/20) did not contain documentation of updates and confirmation of up to date information in the record. Last updated 10/25/20.
3. The record for child #5(enrolled 3/10/23) did not contain documentation of work phone numbers for each parent.
4. Staff confirmed this information 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-B Description: Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that staff complete orientation training in subsection C of this section prior to the staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities.
Evidence:
1. The record for staff #2(hired 5/29/09) and staff #5(hired 5/16/23) did not contain documentation of the required orientation.
2. Staff confirmed this documentation wasn't available during this inspection.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-270-A Description: Based on observation it was determined the center did not ensure all areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, were maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition.
Evidence:
1. The border around the perimeter of the playground equipment was loose, uneven, and splintered.
2. There was peeling paint on the concrete "crayon" columns in the outside play area.
3. There was peeling drywall in the bathroom in room 141.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-280-B Description: Based on observation it was determined the center did not ensure that all hazardous substances are kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children.
Evidence:
1. There were multiple cleaning solutions in an unlocked closet on the hall between two of the childcare classes.
2. There was shaving cream in an unlocked cabinet in room 141.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-330-B Description: Based on observation and measurement it was determined the center did not ensure where playground equipment is provided, resilient surfacing shall comply with minimum safety standards when tested in accordance with the procedures described in the American Society for Testing and Materials standard F1292-99.
Evidence:
1. There was no mulch in the exit of the slide and climbing areas where 6" is required.
2. There was grass and weed growth in the mulch, which negates the impact attenuation.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-530-A Description: Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that at least one staff in each classroom or area where children are present have current CPR and first aid certifications.
Evidence:
1. One of the five staff files contained current first aid and CPR certifications.
2. Staff confirmed that there was not staff in each classroom with current CPR and first aid certification.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.
