VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Barbara Lopez-Otero
702 Birch Court
Herndon, VA 20170
(571) 707-1324

Current Inspector: Stacy Doyle (571) 835-0386

Inspection Date: Feb. 29, 2024

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

22.1 Background Checks Code 63.2 Child abuse and neglect 8VAC20-790 Subsidy Program Vendor Requirements for Family Day Homes

Comments:

An in-person annual subsidy inspection was conducted on 2/29/2023 from 10:04am to 11:22am. There were (3) children in care with the vendor (8 points). The children were drinking a bottle, playing with toys and sleeping in a crib. Interactions between the children and vendor were positive. The inspector reviewed (3) children?s records and (6) adult/household member records submitted by the vendor to ensure compliance with the health and safety regulations. Information gathered during the inspection determined areas of non-compliance with applicable regulations or law, and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the vendor. Please contact me if you have any questions at Stacy.Doyle@doe.virginia.gov or 571-835-0386.

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-790-180-B
Description:	Based on review, the vendor did not maintain a written hard copy record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: 1. The vendor had an attendance sheet, but it did not document the attendance for 2/27/2024, 2/28/2024 or 2/29/2024. Three children were present today.
Plan of Correction:	I will start taking attendance.
Standard #:	8VAC20-790-190-B
Description:	Repeat Violation Based on review of children's Records, the child information does not include all required information. Evidence: 1. Child #1, Child #2 and Child#3's file were missing a written signed agreement between the parent and vendor.
Plan of Correction:	I will ask the parents to sign it.
Standard #:	8VAC20-790-260-K
Description:	Based on observation, stairs were not kept inaccessible to children less than two years of age and children older than two years of age who are not developmentally ready to climb or descend stairs without supervision. Evidence: 1. Two sets of stairs on the main level were accessible to children ages 6 months and 2 years old.
Plan of Correction:	I will make sure its always kept locked and gate closed.
Standard #:	8VAC20-790-270-A
Description:	Based on observation, potentially poisonous substances such as cleaning disinfectants and deodorizers were not stored in an area that was not inaccessible to children. Evidence: 1. Two Febreze plug ins were plugged in an outlet that was accessible to children. 2. Glass Cook top cleaner was under the sink in the kitchen and was accessible to children.
Plan of Correction:	I will buy a new child proof lock for the kitchen cabinet. I removed the plug ins and put outlet covers.
Standard #:	8VAC20-790-360-J
Description:	Based on observation, cribs were placed where objects outside the crib such as curtains and blinds were within reach of infants and toddlers. Evidence: 1. One crib was placed next to the curtains of the window in the family room and were within reach of infants.
Plan of Correction:	I will move the crib away from the window.
Standard #:	8VAC20-790-370-C
Description:	Based on observation, mattresses used were not covered with a waterproof material that could be cleaned and sanitized. Evidence: 1. The crib mattress had a crib sheet and blanket around the mattress only and was not waterproof material.
Plan of Correction:	I will buy one this week.
Standard #:	8VAC20-790-450-C
Description:	Based on observation, bottles were used while the child is in his designated sleeping location. Evidence: 1. One child (two years old) was resting on a cot while drinking a bottle.
Plan of Correction:	I will have them drink at the table.