The Merit School of Garrisonville (#3)
664 Garrisonville Road
Stafford, VA 22554
(540) 659-5290
Current Inspector: Beth Velke (804) 629-8302
Inspection Date: Feb. 6, 2024
Complaint Related: Yes
- Areas Reviewed:
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8VAC20-780 Physical Plant.
8VAC20-780 Special Care Provisions and Emergencies.
- Comments:
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An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted on 2/6/24 in response to a complaint received in the licensing office regarding allegations related to preventing the spread of disease and clean, safe conditions. Based on a review of available documentation and interviews conducted, the allegation regarding preventing the spread of disease and clean, safe conditions were determined to be valid. If you have questions regarding this inspection, please contact the Licensing Inspector, Beth Velke, at beth.velke@doe.virginia.gov or 804-629-8302.
- Violations:
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Standard #: 8VAC20-780-270-A Complaint related: No Description: Based on observation, it was determined that not all areas of the center inside and outside were maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition.
Evidence: In the Hedgehogs class rabbit feces was observed under and around the tables where the children eat and engage in learning activities. Staff were unaware of the feces until the LI brought it to their attention. An interview with staff revealed the rabbit is not confined to its cage when not engaged in an activity and is allowed to roam the classroom.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-490-C Complaint related: No Description: Based on interviews, it was determined that children at the center were exposed to a communicable disease and the facility failed to notify parents within 24 hours or the next business day of the center?s having been informed.
Evidence: The center received a report of an individual testing positive for COVID-19 and strep throat on 01/27/24. An interview with staff revealed that parents were not notified of possible exposure to a communicable disease.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-490-E Complaint related: No Description: Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that when any surface has been contaminated with body fluids, it is cleaned and sanitized.
Evidence: In the Hedgehog class, four-year-olds, rabbit feces was observed around and under the classroom tables. Staff was observed sweeping the feces into a dustpan, dumping it into an open trash receptacle and placing the broom and dustpan in the children?s restroom. Staff did not clean or sanitize, where the rabbit had defecated.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.
