VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Reyna King
202 E. Lynn Court
Sterling, VA 20164
(703) 707-0684

Current Inspector: Leah Pagala (703) 537-6757

Inspection Date: Dec. 17, 2019

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

22VAC40-111 Administration 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 22VAC40-80 THE LICENSING PROCESS. 22VAC40-191 Background Checks for Child Welfare Agencies 63.2 Child abuse and neglect 63.2 Licensure and Registration Procedures 63.2 Facilities and Programs

Technical Assistance:

Inspector and caregivers discussed the steps for cleaning and disinfecting the diaper changing station, the steps to follow up background checks, cleaning and sanitizing toys that have been mouthed by children and children's records.

Comments:

An unannounced renewal inspection was conducted today from 10:30am-12:00pm. There were 7 children (19 points) directly supervised by 2 staff. The home, 2 staff records, 3 children?s records, 1 household member?s records, evacuation drills, emergency supplies, and policies were inspected. There were no medications on site today. Children were observed playing freely, drawing, playing with blocks and watching television. Diapering procedures were observed. There was a supply of books, toys, and materials for the children. Areas of non-compliance are identified in the Violation Notice. If you have any questions regarding this inspection, please contact Leah Pagala at 703-537-6757 or leah.pagala@dss.virginia.gov

Violations:

Standard #:	22VAC40-111-70-A
Description:	Based on record review, before the child's first day of attendance parents were not provided in writing all required information. Evidence: Child 1's guardians were not provided information regarding liability insurance.
Plan of Correction:	Parents will be provided information and sign the document.
Standard #:	22VAC40-111-280
Description:	Based on observation, cleaning materials were stored in an area accessible to children. Evidence: Disinfecting wipes were stored in a medicine cabinet accessible to children in the bathroom.
Plan of Correction:	The wipes were stored on an upper shelf in the closet in the bathroom.
Standard #:	22VAC40-111-690-D
Description:	Based on observation, the diapering surface did not meet all requirements. Evidence: 1) The diapering surface was covered with a cloth covering. This covering cannot be cleaned and sanitized. 2) The diaper mat underneath the cloth covering was ripped and therefore cannot be cleaned and sanitized. 3) The diaper changing station was not cleaned and sanitized after a child was changed. After a child was changed, caregiver 1 was observed using a disinfecting wipe to clean and sanitize the surface.
Plan of Correction:	The provider removed the cloth covering. The mat will be repaired to be able to be cleaned and sanitized. We will clean and sanitize the diaper changing station after every diaper change.