VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

VINCI School Merrifield
8408 Arlington Boulevard
Fairfax, VA 22031
(571) 278-1439

Current Inspector: Stacy Doyle (571) 835-0386

Inspection Date: Oct. 26, 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) 22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide 63.2 Child Abuse & Neglect

Technical Assistance:

Discussed the correct authorization form to use for Non-prescription Over-the-Counter Skin Products. Discussed the fall zone areas and raking the mulch. Discussed the allergy action plans and medication authorization forms needs to be signed by both the doctor/physician and the parent. Discussed the orientation form/model form to include CPR/Fa training within 30 days of hire. Discussed adult scissors should be kept out of reach of children. Discussed safe sleep in the infant classroom. (Best practice-Soft toys should be removed from cribs while they sleep)

Comments:

An unannounced renewal inspection was conducted on October 26, 2023, from 9:08am-12:26pm. At the time of entrance, 57 children were in care with 10 staff members present. The inspector reviewed 3 children?s records and 5 staff records. Children were observed during Montessori work, playing outside, infants were riding in a buggy outside and were playing on the floor inside. The allergy action plans were reviewed, the physical space, evacuation drills, first aid kit, emergency radio, flashlight and attendance records were reviewed. The site was clean and organized and contained an abundant supply of developmentally appropriate materials. Interactions between the children and staff were positive. Areas of non-compliance are identified on the violation notice. Repeat violations were found and are identified within this report. Please complete the ?plan of correction? and ?date to be corrected? for each violation cited on the violation notice and return it to the department within 5 business days from receipt. Please specify how the deficient practice will be or has been corrected. Please do not use staff names; list staff by positions only. Any plans of correction not received within 5 business days will result in the plans not appearing on the Violation Notice and public website. If you have any questions about this inspection, please contact the Licensing Inspector, Stacy Doyle at Stacy.Doyle@doe.virginia.gov

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-780-60-A-8
Description:	Repeat Violation Based on review of the center's allergy list and child's record, the center did not obtain a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence: 1. Child #1 was listed on the Center's allergy list and had documentation that the child had a food allergy, but the center did not have a written care plan for the child with instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction.
Plan of Correction:	The parent has sent in the missing care plan
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-70
Description:	Based on record review, staff records did not include all required information. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (date of hire 2/10/2023) and Staff #5 (date of hire 8/18/2023) had the two required references checked, but it was documented/received after the hire date.
Plan of Correction:	Will complete reference checks before start date.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-245-A
Description:	Based on staff review, a staff member did not complete annually a minimum of 16 hours of training appropriate to the age of children in care. Evidence: 1. Staff #4 (Date of hire 8/20/2021) completed 12 hours of training between 8/2022 and 8/2023.
Plan of Correction:	A new training tracking system has been implemented along with a policy document to specify the date range for tracking. All staff can meet 16h training from 1/2023 to 12/2023
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-280-B
Description:	Repeat Violation Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. In the Infant classroom, a spray bottle of bleach water was under the changing table in an unlocked cabinet. 2. In the Sr, Toddler classroom, a spray bottle of bleach water was under the changing table inside and was unlocked.
Plan of Correction:	Re-train teachers to lock the cabinet after each use.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-280-G
Description:	Based on observation, hazardous substances that are not kept in original containers were not clearly labeled with their contents. Evidence: 1. In the Sr. Toddler classroom, a spray bottle for plants was not clearly labeled. The staff stated there was coffee in the spray bottle.
Plan of Correction:	Train teachers to label all bottles
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-290-A-3
Description:	Repeat Violation Based on observation, all unused electrical outlets did not all have protective covers and serve children preschool age or younger. Evidence: 1. In the Sr. Casa classroom, one unused outlet under the air condition unit was not covered with an protective outlet cover.
Plan of Correction:	The air-con was unplugged for service. Plug back the air-con
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-500-B
Description:	Repeat Violation Based on observation, the center did not meet the diapering requirement of having a nonabsorbent surface for diapering. Evidence: 1. In the infant changing table had 1 approximately 1/2 inch tear in the diaper changing pad and was not nonabsorbent.
Plan of Correction:	Replace the changing pad
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-520-B
Description:	Repeat Violation Based on observation, the center did not meet all sunscreen requirements. Evidence: 1. In the Sr. Toddler classroom, 14 bottles of sunscreen were under the changing table within reach of children and accessible. One sunscreen did not have the written parent authorization for Non-prescription Over-the-Counter Skin Products.
Plan of Correction:	Re-train teachers to lock the cabinet after each use. Request parents to provide the authorization
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-520-C
Description:	Repeat Violation Based on observation, the center did not meet all diaper ointment or cream requirements. Evidence: 1. In the Sr. Toddler classroom, 12 diaper creams were under the changing table within reach of children and accessible. Two diaper creams did not have the written parent authorization for Non-prescription Over-the-Counter Skin Products.
Plan of Correction:	Re-train teachers to lock the cabinet after each use. Request parents to provide the authorization
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-560-G
Description:	Repeat Violation Based on observation, the center did not follow all requirements when food is brought from home. Evidence: 1. In the infant classroom, four food items from home and string cheese were inside a name labeled tray, but it was not clearly dated.
Plan of Correction:	Re-train teachers to date the food
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-570-E
Description:	Repeat Violation Based on observation, prepared infant formula was not dated. Evidence: 1. 6 infant formula bottles were labeled with the child's name, but did not have a date on them.
Plan of Correction:	Re-train teachers