VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

AppleTree Preschool
4491 Anderson Highway
Powhatan, VA 23139
(804) 376-7446

Current Inspector: Tara Barton (804) 381-8487

Inspection Date: April 3, 2024

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. 8VAC20-770 Background Checks (8VAC20-770) 22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide

Comments:

A renewal inspection was conducted on April 3, 2024 with the center owner and staff. There were 8 children present, ranging in ages from 5 months to 4 years, with 3 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 3 child records and 3 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. Time of today?s inspection: 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Please call me if you have any questions at 804-381-8487 or e-mail tara.barton@doe.virginia.gov.

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-780-160-A
Description:	Based on review of three staff records, the center failed to obtain documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening or test for each staff within the required time frame. The test or screening must be done at the time of employment, prior to coming in contact with children, and no more than 30 days prior to of the date of employment. Evidence: Staff 3 (date of employment 4/1/2024) had a TB test 8/25/2023, more than 30 days prior to employment.
Plan of Correction:	Staff 3 is getting a new TB test/screening.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-70
Description:	Based on review of three staff records, the facility failed to have required documentation in each file. Evidence: 1. Staff 1, Staff 2, and Staff 3 did not have documentation to demonstrate that they possess the education and experience required by the job position. 2. Two references as to character, reputation, and competence should be checked prior to employment. Evidence: Staff 3 (date of employment 4/1/2024) did not have documentation of two references on file.
Plan of Correction:	Center director will get the required information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-500-A
Description:	Based on staff interview, the facility failed to have staff wash their hands and the children's hands with soap and running water before and after a diaper change. Evidence: Staff 1 stated that she uses hand sanitizer after changing a child?s diaper.
Plan of Correction:	Owner is putting in portable sinks in each room for diapering.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-530-A-1
Description:	Based on staff interview and record review, the facility failed to have one staff in each grouping of children with cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Evidence: Staff 1 and Staff 2 were in the infant and toddler rooms. There is no documentation that either staff are current in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
Plan of Correction:	Staff will get certified in first aid and CPR certification.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-530-A-2
Description:	Based on staff interview and record review, the facility failed to have one staff in each grouping of children with current certification in first aid. Evidence: Staff 1 and Staff 2 were in the infant and toddler rooms. There is no documentation that either staff are current in first aid certification.
Plan of Correction:	Staff will get certified in first aid and CPR certification.