VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Alena Stewart
10114 Holly Trace Court
Chesterfield, VA 23832
(804) 715-4525

Current Inspector: Heather Dapper (804) 625-2304

Inspection Date: July 23, 2019

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

22VAC40-111 Personnel 22VAC40-111 Household Members 22VAC40-111 Physical Health of Caregivers and Household Members 22VAC40-111 Caregiver Training 22VAC40-111 Physical Environment and Equipment 22VAC40-111 Care of Children 22VAC40-111 Preventing the Spread of Disease 22VAC40-111 Medication Administration 22VAC40-111 Emergencies 22VAC40-111 Nutrition 22VAC40-111 Transportation 22VAC40-111 Nighttime Care 22VAC40-191 Background Checks for Child Welfare Agencies

Technical Assistance:

N/A

Comments:

The licensing inspector conducted an unannounced monitoring inspection on Tuesday July 23, 2019 to determine compliance with licensing standards. The inspector arrived at 3:15 PM and concluded the inspection at 4:45 PM. Today, there were six children, totaling 11 points, present with 2 caregivers. During the inspection, children were observed napping, exercising and eating snack. The main child care area is equipped with age and stage appropriate materials. Transportation is not provided. Children?s equipment, learning materials, indoor space and restrooms were inspected. Daily attendance records, fire drill, shelter in place and all required postings were reviewed. The provider was available for the inspection and was present at the exit interview at which time inspection findings were reviewed and an Acknowledgement of Inspection form was signed and left with the licensee. Violations were cited and are documented on the violation notice. If you have any questions about this inspection, please contact the licensing inspector, Heather Dapper, at (804) 662-7014.

Violations:

Standard #:	22VAC40-111-250-A
Description:	Based on observation, the provider did not ensure that all hanging hazards shall be out of reach of children under five years of age. Evidence: 1. In the kitchen, a window blind cord was hanging from the door within reach of children. 2. A three year old, two year old and three month old were in care.
Plan of Correction:	"Put a know tie in Blind Cord"
Standard #:	22VAC40-111-320-B
Description:	Based on observation, the provider did not ensure child-resistant protective covers shall be installed on all unused electrical outlets and surge protectors accessible to children under five years of age. Evidence: 1. The electrical outlet on the lower part of kitchen wall did not have a protective cover. 2. A three year old, two year old and three month old were in care.
Plan of Correction:	"Remind everyone to cover outlet covers & put covers on now."