Heavenly Hands Early Learning Center
2800 Hill Street
Lynchburg, VA 24501
(434) 386-8082
Current Inspector: Kelly Campbell (540) 309-2494
Inspection Date: Dec. 19, 2023
Complaint Related: No
- Areas Reviewed:
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8VAC20-780 Administration.
20 Access to minor?s records
8VAC20-780 Staff Qualifications and Training.
22.1 Early Childhood Care and Education
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
- Comments:
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An unannounced on-site monitoring non mandated inspection was conducted on 12/19/2023. There were 31 children, ages 6 months-12 years, and 6 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: free choice activities, nap time, and TV time. A total of 3 children?s records and 1 staff record, were reviewed. The inspector discussed the following with staff: attendance requirements, playground safety. The two inspectors arrived at 12:20 PM and departed at 2:40 PM.
Kelly Campbell
Licensing Inspector
Office of Child Care Health and Safety
Division of Early Childhood Care and Education
Phone# 540-309-2494
Kelly.campbell@doe.virginia.gov
- Violations:
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Standard #: 8VAC20-770-70-A Description: 6th REPEAT VIOLATION
Based on review of staff record, the center failed to ensure that all records were complete per the standard.
Evidence:
Staff # 1 had a hire date of 12/19/2023 and was missing the following items: the two required reference checks prior to employment, emergency contacts, did not have documented of any health problems that may interfere with fulfilling the job responsibilities.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-160-A Description: REPEAT VIOLATION
Based on interview and review of staff record, the center failed to ensure that all staff had a
negative tuberculosis (TB) screening at the time of employment, no more than 30 days
prior to hire, and before coming in contact with children.
Evidence:
Staff # 1 started employment on 12/19/2023 and was working with children on the day of
the inspection without a TB screening.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-270-A Description: 3rd REPEAT VIOLATION
Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition.
Evidence:
A wax warmer was observed in the infant room on a shelf that was approximately 3 foot high. The warmer was on, and the wax was a liquid. There were four toddling infants that could reach the wax warmer.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-350-B-3 Description: 2nd REPEAT VIOLATION
Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that the ratio for two-year-old was met.
Evidence:
Upon arrival at approximately 12:20 PM, the Two-year old room had 9 children with one staff member. The required ratio is 8 children to 1 staff person. Two staff members were required for the room.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-450-A Description: Based on observation of nap time, the center failed to ensure that all cots used by children during designated rest period shall have linens consisting of a top cover and a bottom cover or a one piece covering which is open on three edges.
Evidence:
Four children were missing top covers, and two children were missing bottom covers.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-490-E Description: Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that any surface that has been contaminated with body fluids shall be cleaned and sanitized.
Evidence:
A child during nap time had a toileting accident. Staff # 3 used a sanitizing wipe on the cot. The cot was not sanitized per the standards. The floor was wet and was not cleaned and sanitized.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-500-A Description: REPEAT VIOLATION
Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that all handwashing procedures were followed according to the standard.
Evidence:
1. Observed staff # 2 changing two infants. Staff did not wash their hands before and after changing each infant. The staff person finished changing the child, placed the infants in the highchair for lunch without washing their hands.
2. The preschool classroom used hand sanitizer after eating lunch. Children?s hands shall be washed with soap and water or disposable wipe before and after eating.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-560-G Description: 2nd REPEAT VIOLATION
Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that all food brought from home was clearly labeled and dated.
Evidence:
In the school age room, there were approximately 15 lunch boxes that were not clearly labeled to identify the owner and dated.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.
