VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Ms. Letitia Paige
2216 Parker Avenue
Portsmouth, VA 23704
(757) 397-1100

Current Inspector: Kimberly Sampson (757) 354-7307

Inspection Date: Aug. 1, 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 Emergencies 8VAC20-800 Nutrition 8VAC20-800 Nighttime Care 8VAC20-820 THE LICENSE 8VAC20-820 THE LICENSING PROCESS 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 1:45 pm to 2:50 pm. At the time of entrance, 9 children totaling 22 points were in care with the provider and assistant provider. The record sample size consisted of 3 children's records and the provider's record and the assistant's record. The children in care were observed engaging with the provider, participating in nap, departure, and 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 #:	8VAC20-800-830-A
Description:	Based on record review and interview it was determined the provider did not ensure emergency evacuation procedures were practiced monthly with all caregivers and children in care during all shifts that children are in care. Evidence: 1. The emergency evacuation drill log did not contain documentation for July 2022. 2. Provider confirmed an emergency evacuation drill was not practiced in July.
Plan of Correction:	Provider will ensure evacuation drills are practiced monthly.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-180-A
Description:	Based on record review and interview it was determined the provider did not obtain an updated Report of Tuberculosis Screening form, in accordance with the requirements in 8VAC20-800-170, every two years from the date of the first screening or more frequently as recommended by a physician or the local health department. Evidence: 1. The TB screening documentation available for the provider and assistant provider was dated 12/15/19 and 9/23/19 respectively. 2. The provider confirmed updated TB screening forms were not available during this inspection.
Plan of Correction:	Provider and assistant provider will get updated TB screenings.