VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Ms. Cynthia Johnson
5402 Lomax Way
Woodbridge, VA 22193
(703) 580-8618

Current Inspector: Beth Velke (804) 629-8302

Inspection Date: Dec. 20, 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 8VAC20-800 Nighttime Care 8VAC20-820 The License 8VAC20-820 The Licensing Process 8VAC20-770 Background Checks 22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide

Comments:

An unannounced renewal inspection was conducted on 12/06/23 from 10:10 a.m. to 11:26 a.m. with the provider. There were seven children in care, ranging in age from two to four-years-old, for a total of 14 points. Children were observed watching an educational program and making holiday crafts. Six child records and one caregiver record were reviewed. The provider has current certification in CPR and First Aid. No medications were on site. The first aid kit, flashlight, weather band radio, and fire extinguisher were observed. The emergency drill log, attendance, and menu were also reviewed. Areas of non-compliance are identified in the Violation Notice. If you have questions regarding this inspection, please contact the Licensing Inspector, Beth Velke, at beth.velke@doe.virginia.gov or 804-629-8302. Please complete the "Plan of Correction" and "Date to be Corrected" areas on the Violation Notice for each violation cited and return to me by 5 p.m. on 01/03/24.

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-800-240-A
Description:	Based on observation, the Provider did not ensure that areas and furnishings of the family day home, inside and outside were maintained in a safe condition. Evidence: In the dramatic play area, the corner of a carpet was curled up creating a trip hazard.
Plan of Correction:	Today. 12/06/2023, I rotated the rug around. I will be more observant of area rugs rotating when needed. Replace or remove from play areas.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-320-B
Description:	Based on observation, the provider did not ensure that child-resistant protective covers were installed on all unused electrical outlets accessible to children under five years of age. Evidence: There was one electrical outlets uncovered in the programming space with seven children under five years of age present.
Plan of Correction:	Today, 12/06/2023, I installed a protective cover in the outlet. I will be even more diligent ensuring electrical outlets are always covered.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-630-B
Description:	Based on observation, the provider did not ensure when time out is used as a discipline technique it was used sparingly and not to exceed one minute for each year of the child?s age. Evidence: During the inspection, Licensing Inspector observed two, three-year-old children sitting at empty tables from 10:15 a.m. to 10:35 a.m. An interview with the provider revealed that the children were placed at separate tables away from the group because they were not participating in group activities.
Plan of Correction:	I will ensure any child not participating in group activities or in time out will be given an activity to explore until rejoined with peers. The discipline technique will be used sparingly and will not exceed one minute for each year of a child's age.