VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Sellapperumage Fernando
873 Patrick Henry Drive
Arlington, VA 22205
(703) 534-5012

Current Inspector: Nancy Radcliffe (703) 268-3728

Inspection Date: Feb. 18, 2020

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 22VAC40-111 Transportation 22VAC40-111 Nighttime Care 22VAC40-80 THE LICENSING PROCESS. 22VAC40-191 Background Checks for Child Welfare Agencies 54.1-3408 Provider must be MAT certified to administer prescription medication. 63.2 Child abuse and neglect 63.2 Licensure and Registration Procedures 63.2 Facilities and Programs

Technical Assistance:

Technical assistance was provided on correcting violations before a license will be issued.

Comments:

An unannounced focus inspection was conducted today from 9:00am-11:00am. There were 2 children (7 points) supervised by 1 direct caregiver. The home, 2 caregiver records, 2 children?s records, 2 household member?s records, evacuation drills, and policies were inspected. There were no medications on site today. Children were observed engaging freely and eating snack. Areas of non-compliance are identified in the Violation Notice. Thank you for your cooperation during this inspection. If you have any questions regarding this inspection, contact nancy.radcliffe@dss.virginia.gov or call 703-268-3728.

Violations:

Standard #:	22VAC40-111-120-B
Description:	Based on review of two caregiver records, one is incomplete. Evidence: Staff #1 has an incomplete record: it is missing application, emergency contact information, and age verification.
Plan of Correction:	She is my daughter and doesn't work often, I will get the information and put it in the file.
Standard #:	22VAC40-111-200-A
Description:	Based on review of two caregiver records, one is incomplete. Evidence: Staff #1 does not have documentation of completing an orientation within their first week of assuming job responsibilities.
Plan of Correction:	She doesn't work that much, and is my daughter, I will give her an orientation and put it in the record.
Standard #:	22VAC40-111-280
Description:	Based on observation, potentially poisonous substances are accessible to children. Evidence: Potentially poisonous substances were accessible to children: laundry room was unlocked, hand sanitizer-keep out reach of children was laying on floor, shampoos and other personal items were in unlocked shower area.
Plan of Correction:	I usually lock those rooms
Standard #:	22VAC40-111-320-B
Description:	Based on observation, not all electrical outlets are covered with a protective cover. Evidence: Electrical outlets in the children's play area by the TV area are exposed to children and not covered.
Plan of Correction:	I will cover them all with protective covers
Standard #:	22VAC40-111-320-G
Description:	Based on interview with provider, there is no documentation of the results of a fireplace/chimney inspection. Evidence: The is no documentation of the findings of a chimney/fireplace inspection.
Plan of Correction:	I called them, they will send me a copy of the results.
Standard #:	22VAC40-111-430-B
Description:	Based on observation, an accordion expansion gate id being used as a protective barrier at stair opening. Evidence: An accordion expansion gate is being used as a protective barrier at stair opening of the child care area.
Plan of Correction:	We replaced it, the new one didn't lock correctly so I took it down. A new one will be up this week.
Standard #:	22VAC40-111-680-A
Description:	Based on observation, caregiver did not wash her hand before serving snack. Evidence: Caregiver #2 gave snack to the children without washing her hands first.
Plan of Correction:	I will make sure to always wash my hands.
Standard #:	22VAC40-111-680-B
Description:	Based on observation, caregiver did not ensure children's hands were washed with liquid soap and warm running water before eating snack. Evidence: Children sat at table to eat snack without washing their hands to eat.
Plan of Correction:	I will make sure their hands are washed before eating.
Standard #:	22VAC40-111-690-D
Description:	Based on observation, the diapering surface is not being cleaned and sanitized according to the licensing standards. Evidence: The diaper changing table is not being cleaned with a solution of soap and water, patted dry, then sprayed with a solution of bleach and water after each diaper change.
Plan of Correction:	I will begin using the proper procedures.