VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Katrina Nelson
2202 Westover Avenue
Henrico, VA 23231
(804) 482-9022

Current Inspector: Cindy Horne (804) 297-4469

Inspection Date: March 2, 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 Emergencies 22VAC40-111 Nutrition 22VAC40-191 Background Checks for Child Welfare Agencies

Comments:

An announced initial inspection was conducted today, March 2, 2020 to determine the applicant's compliance with family day home standards. The inspection was initiated at 2:40 pm and concluded at 4:15 pm. The applicant plans to provide care to children ages birth thru twelve years. A capacity of eight children is recommend based on child care space and zoning. Care will be provided in two rooms of the home. One room is dedicated to a play space and is equipped with a variety of age appropriate equipment and supplies including materials for gross motor, art, literacy , and dramatic play. The kitchen will be used for meals and table activities. A parent board is displayed with information posted to include closing dates, menu and various parent information (the license and inspection notices will be posted here). The provider will provide meals and snacks. Each child has a cubbie to keep personal belongings. One bathroom will be used by children. A walk through was conducted for the entire home during today's inspection. Medications will not be administered at this time.The provider will not provide transportation nor evening care. The provider has current CPR and first aid training and Phase II training was completed on 01/28/2020. There are three small dogs in the home and kept separate from the children. The first aid kit and non-medical emergency supplies were inspected and found complete. A conditional (6 month) license will be recommended. An unannounced follow up inspection will be conducted within 60 days to determine compliance with standards not determined at the initial inspection. There were three children in care during today's inspection. If you have questions regarding this inspection, please contact the licensing inspector at 804-662-9758.

Violations:

Standard #:	22VAC40-111-240-A
Description:	Based on observation, the provider did not ensure all areas and furnishing of the family day home, inside and outside, were maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: The light switch next to the rear door did not have a plate cover installed, exposing the interior wires posing a shock hazard.
Plan of Correction:	Per the provider: I have a switch plate that i can install today.
Standard #:	22VAC40-111-280
Description:	Based on observation and interview, the provider did not ensure potentially poisonous substances, materials and supplies such as, but not limited to, cleaning agents, disinfectants, deodorizers, plant care chemicals, pesticides, and petroleum distillates were stored away from food in areas inaccessible to children. Evidence: 1. Cleaning materials were observed being stored under the kitchen sink. One cabinet door did not have a locking mechanism installed making the cleaning materials accessible to children in care. 2. The kitchen is used for child care.
Plan of Correction:	Per the provider: I will purchase a child safety lock for the cabinet door today.