VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Kristine Kim
3612 West Ox Road
Fairfax, VA 22033
(703) 508-4965

Current Inspector: Karen Dickens (571) 423-6978

Inspection Date: Jan. 21, 2022

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 Emergencies 22VAC40-111 Nutrition 22VAC40-80 THE LICENSE. 22VAC40-191 Background Checks for Child Welfare Agencies 22.1 Background Checks Code; carbon monoxide detectors

Comments:

An unannounced Renewal inspection was conducted today between the hours of 9:30am through 10:45am. There were a total of 11 children (23points) observed with three caregivers. A total of three children's files, three household member's files, and three staff member's files were reviewed. The children were engaged in the following: toy play, singing, bathroom breaks, hand washing, and other organized activities. Areas of non-compliance are identified in the violation notice. Please contact me if you have any questions at Karen.dickens@doe.virginia.gov.

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-800-770
Description:	Based on observation, the provider did not have a working portable battery-operated weather band radio and extra batteries. Evidence: 1. The Battery Operated radio was not working due to no battery power.
Plan of Correction:	The provider will get extra batteries for the radio.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-800-B
Description:	Based on observation and interview, the provider did not review and annually update in writing the Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan. Evidence: 1. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan was not updated. The last update and review in writing was dated 01/02/2019. 2. Staff #1 confirmed that the Emergency Preparedness and Response had not been reviewed and documented in writing since 2019.
Plan of Correction:	The provider reviewed and updated the Emergency Preparedness Plan during the time of the inspection. The provider will ensure that the Emergency Plan is updated annually.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-60-B
Description:	Based on record review, children's records did not contain required information. Evidence: 1. Child #1's (Start date-09/09/21) and Child #3's (Start date-09/01/21) records did not contain written authorization for emergency medical care.
Plan of Correction:	The provider will have the parents to sign the children's records to provide written authorization.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-280
Description:	Based on observation, potentially poisonous substances, materials and supplies such as, but not limited to, cleaning agents, disinfectants, deodorizers, plant care chemicals, pesticides, and petroleum distillates were accessible to children. Evidence: 1. A bottle of window cleaner labelled Keep Out of Reach of Children was located in an unlocked low cabinet in the bathroom accessible to children.
Plan of Correction:	The provider removed the bottle of window cleaner from the cabinet during the time of inspection. The provider will ensure that all potential hazardous materials are stored out of reach of children.
Standard #:	8VAC20-820-120-E-2
Description:	Based on observation and interview, the findings of the most recent inspection of the facility was not posted. Evidence: 1. Findings of the most recent inspection of the facility was not posted. The last inspection took place on 08/18/2021. The inspection summary that was posted was dated 01/31/2020. 2. Staff #1 confirmed that the current Inspection Notice was not posted.
Plan of Correction:	The provider will post the most current Inspection Notice.