VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Sheuli Akhtar
538 South Lancaster Street
Arlington, VA 22204
(703) 567-1369

Current Inspector: Ann Dramstad (703) 314-0860

Inspection Date: Feb. 9, 2024

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

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

Technical Assistance:

Consultation was given on using a pack-n-play to ensure a child is safe while the provider is transporting children (and the child is awake), getting outside every day weather permitting, menu is current as well as TV time.

Comments:

An unannounced inspection was conducted. The provider was returning from picking up a child she transport. An assistant was in the daycare space with 4 children. Total points with two caregivers was thirteen points which is within ratios for supervision. Observed free play with puzzles, toys and trucks/cars. Reviewed 2 records for children provider and assistant training, nutrition physical space (including the outside backyard) and emergency preparation. 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. Please be aware that the plan of correction must be provided within 5 business days of receipt of the inspection notes if you want it displayed on the website. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Licensing Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.go

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-800-920
Description:	Based on observation, the posted menu did not reflect what was served for lunch. Evidence: The posted menu was dated 6/2023. It did not reflect what the provider served for lunch (rice with vegetables, chicken and oranges)
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-60-B
Description:	Based on record review, 1 of 2 children's records were incomplete. Evidence: Child #1 was missing an annual update to ensure emergency information was current.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-70-B
Description:	Based on record review, the parent's written acknowledgement for the Information for Parent form was not documented. Evidence: Child #2 was missing a signature on the Information For Parent form.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-90-C
Description:	based on record review, 2 of 2 immunization records were not updated for a child under two years of age, Evidence; Child #1 last update was 6/2023. Child #2 last update was 10/2022.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-480-B
Description:	Based on observation, a piece of equipment for a child was not appropriate to the size. Evidence: Child #1 was in a bouncy seat that was too small as their feet were hanging off and could easily tip over.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.