HRCAP CARVER HEAD START
2603 Broad Street
Chesapeake, VA 23324
(757) 227-5834
Current Inspector: Rene Old (757) 404-1784
Inspection Date: Dec. 3, 2024
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.
8VAC20-770 Background Checks (8VAC20-770)
22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide
63.2 Child Abuse & Neglect
During the inspection, the inspector reviewed the areas listed above to include standards found out of compliance during the previous inspection. Unless otherwise noted as a violation within this inspection report, the provider was in compliance with the standards reviewed. If there were any serious injuries or fatalities related to a violation, the details will be included in the description of the violation.
- Technical Assistance:
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Effective January 1, 2025, the VDOE will begin determining compliance with ? 22.1-289.057 of the Code of Virginia, which is legislation passed by the General Assembly in 2020. The law requires all licensed child day programs, religious exempt child day centers that serve preschool age children, and certified preschools to test potable drinking water. The law requires that programs submit their plans and test results to the Virginia Department of Health Office of Drinking Water (VDH ODW) and the Superintendent. If the results of the testing indicate elevated lead levels, the program shall remediate, retest, and resubmit results to VDH ODW and the Superintendent. There is an additional alternative bottled water option that comes with additional requirements. The statutory requirement can be found online at https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title22.1/chapter14.1/section22.1-289.057/.
Resources are now available for providers on the "What's New" webpage on the ChildCareVA website at https://www.childcare.virginia.gov/providers/what-s-new.
Background Check requirements for staff, effective July 1, 2024, reviewed. Written information emailed to HR staff for HRCAP.
Reviewed CDC standards for children's records with family advocate for program.
- Comments:
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An unannounced , on-site monitoring inspection was initiated on 12/03/2024 and completed on 12/03/2024. The on-site inspection began at 9:20 am and ended at 12:20 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 85 children present and 12 staff. The inspector reviewed 10 children's records on-site and 6 staff records electronically on 12/11/2024.
The inspection included:
*Document Review
*Tour of the Facility
*Interviews
*Observations
Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law, and violations are documented on the violation notice issued to the program.
- Violations:
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Standard #: 8VAC20-780-160-A Description: Documentation of the required tuberculosis shall be submitted at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. The documentation shall have been completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment.
The TB screening for staff 1 was completed more than 45 days before her first day of employment.Plan of Correction: Administrative staff stated that all TB screenings will be completed within the 30 day time frame prior to hire.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-270-A Description: Systemic Deficiency
Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Unsafe conditions shall include, but not be limited to, splintered, cracked or otherwise deteriorating wood; chipped or peeling paint; visible cracks, bending or warping, rusting or breakage of any equipment; head entrapment hazards; and protruding nails, bolts or other components that could entangle clothing or snag skin.
1. The following safety hazards were observed on the outdoor play area:
a. The wooden shed has protruding nails, multiple areas of broken and splintered wood. The metal brackets are loose and protruding.
b. There are widespread areas of peeling paint on the wooden railing that is used for entrance/exit from the playground.
2. The following safety hazards were observed inside of the facility:
a. One of the mini blinds in classroom D has multiple areas that are broken and split apart.
b. The plastic boarder is peeling away from the wall in the bathroom of classroom C.
c. There is a broken area of floor tile outside of the bathroom of classroom F.
d. The baseboards and bottom (inside) sink cabinet in the bathroom of classroom A have areas of dust, dirt and grime.Plan of Correction: On-site administrative staff stated that new work orders will be submitted for facility maintenance to make needed repairs.
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.
