VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Janet Ward
1118 Baskerville Lane
Portsmouth, VA 23701
(757) 800-3518

Current Inspector: Brandie Viscayda

Inspection Date: May 12, 2022

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

8VAC20-800 Administration 8VAC20-800 Personnel 8VAC20-800 Household Members 8VAC20-800 Physical Health of Caregivers and Household members 8VAC20-800 Caregiver Training 8VAC20-800 Physical Equipment and Environment 8VAC20-800 Care of Children 8VAC20-800 Preventing the Spread of Disease 8VAC20-800 Medication Administration 8VAC20-800 Emergencies 8VAC20-800 Nutrition 8VAC20-800 Transportation 8VAC20-800 Nighttime Care 8VAC20-820 THE LICENSE 8VAC20-820 THE LICENSING PROCESS 8VAC20-820 HEARINGS PROCEDURES 8VAC20-770 Background Checks 20 Access to minor?s records 22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide 54.1 Provider must be MAT certified to administer prescription medication. 63.2 Child abuse and neglect

Comments:

An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted from 10:25 am pm to 11:00 am. At the time of entrance, 6 children totaling 16 points were in care with the provider and assistant provider. The record sample size consisted of 2 children's records and the provider's record and the assistant's record. The children in care were observed engaging with the provider, lunch, and participating in free play. There have been no injuries since the last inspection and no medications are being administered at this time. Areas of noncompliance are noted in the violation narrative and were discussed with the provider during the exit meeting at the conclusion of the inspection.

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-800-760-A-1
Description:	Based on observation and interview it was determined the provider did not ensure that the first aid kit contained all of the required components. Evidence: 1. The first aid kit did not contain gauze pads and triangular bandages. 2. The assistant provider stated that these items were not available during the inspection.
Plan of Correction:	Provider will ensure the first aid kit contains all of the required components.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-770
Description:	Based on observation and interview it was determined the provider did not ensure that emergency flashlight and radio were kept in a designated area and be available to caregivers at all times. Evidence: 1. There were no flashlight and radio available in the child care area. 2. The assistant reported these items were not available during this inspection.
Plan of Correction:	Provider will ensure there is a battery operated flashlight and radio in the childcare area.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-100-A
Description:	Based on record review and interview it was determined the provider did not maintain documentation of a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician prior to a child's attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: 1. The records for Child #1 and Child #2 did not contain documentation of physical exams. 2. The provider stated these documents were ruined when there was a flood in the home.
Plan of Correction:	Provider will request physical examination documentation from the parent.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-90-A
Description:	Based on record review it was determined the provider did not obtain documentation that the child has been adequately immunized according to the requirements of ? 32.1-46 A of the Code of Virginia and applicable State Board of Health regulations before attending. Evidence: 1. Child #1's record did not contain documentation of immunizations. 2. Provider stated that this documentation was damaged when the home flooded.
Plan of Correction:	Provider will request immunization paperwork from parent.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-280
Description:	Based on observation it was determined the provider did not ensure that all 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 in areas inaccessible to children. Evidence: 1. There were chemicals stored in the unlocked cabinet below the sink in the rest room used by the children in care. 2. Children were observed utilizing the restroom during this inspection.
Plan of Correction:	Provider will ensure that all chemicals are inaccessible to children in care.