VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Claudia Layton
8729 Cherry Drive
Fairfax, VA 22031
(703) 798-7935

Current Inspector: Sheila F Nelson (804) 629-7489

Inspection Date: Dec. 5, 2023

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 8VAC20-820 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

Technical Assistance:

Discussed additional training opportunities on various websites: www.childcare.virginia.gov/providers/training http://va-itsnetwork.org http://vachildcare.com/providers/professional-development

Comments:

An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted December 5, 2023 between 1:45pm and 3:05pm. There were 6 children present with two (2) caregivers supervising within the supervision guidelines. The children were observed during sleeping or resting on their cots, diapering and toileting procedures, handwashing, and playing with age-appropriate toys and materials. Positive interactions were observed during this inspection. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas administration, required posted documents, physical plant, staffing and supervision, programing, medication, evacuation drill logs, attendance, child and caregiver records, and emergency procedures. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. If you have any questions regarding this inspection, contact the Licensing Inspector, Sheila Nelson at sheila.nelson@ doe.virginia.gov Thank you for your cooperation. Sheila Nelson License Inspector Virginia Department of Education Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of Early Childhood Care and Education 804-629-7489

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-800-830-A
Description:	Based on record review and interview, the emergency evacuation procedures were not practiced monthly. Evidence: 1. There was no documentation for an emergency evacuation for the month of November. 2. The provider acknowledged an evacuation drill was not conducted in November.
Plan of Correction:	I got confused and thought it was every 2 months. I will ensure a monthly drill is completed going forward.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-60-B
Description:	Based on record review, children's record did not contain the required information. Evidence: 1. The record for Child #1 did not have proof of the child's age and identity, The record did not have written authorization for emergency medical care should an emergency occur. 2. The record for Child #2 did not have proof of the child's age and identity.
Plan of Correction:	I will contact the parents today and will ask them to bring the birth certificates tomorrow. I will ensure I get proof of identity on the first day of enrollment.