Stacy Bennett

The home is required to have caregivers undergo a background check every five years.

“The most recent sworn statement for caregiver #1 was overdue by two days.”

Rule 22.1-289.035-A.

The provider shall record in the child’s record an injury or accident sustained by a child while at the family day home that requires first aid treatment.

“On August 13, 2026, Child #1 and Child #2 were playing with blocks on the carpet when Child #1 was scratched by Child #2 on the left side of their face, leaving a scratch and a bruise. The provider provided first aid treatment but did not record the injury in the child’s record.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-840-A. From a complaint.

Before the child’s first day of attendance, parents shall be provided required information in writing.’

“The parents of Child #1 were not provided in writing the following required information: policies for the administration of medications; the child had been in care for five months.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-70-A.

Potentially poisonous substances, such as disinfectants, shall be stored away from food.

“A container of animal crackers and veggie sticks was located on top of the children’s cubbies next to a container of disinfectant wipes.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-280.

Repeat violation

“Small electrical appliances were not unplugged when not being used. A blender and coffee maker were observed plugged in when not in use.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-320-A.

When food is brought from home the food container shall be clearly labeled in a way that identifies the owner.

“A small container of formula and packages of teething wafers belonging to Child #6 were not labeled in a way that identified the owner.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-890.

Areas and furnishings of the family day home inside shall be maintained in a safe condition.

“The two yellow poles in the children’s play area have several areas of painting chippings.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-240-A.

Based on record review and interview, 1 of 3 caregiver files indicated that the provider has not ensured that each caregiver has submitted documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment.

“Evidence: 1. The TB documentation on file for Caregiver #3 was dated 06/15/2023. 2. The start date for Caregiver #3 was listed as 05/15/2023.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-170-A.

Based on observation and interview, small electrical appliances were not unplugged when not being used.

“Evidence: The air fryer in the kitchen area was plugged in and was not in use.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-320-A.

Based on record review, 1 out of 4 children’s records did not contain the family day home policies for medication administration in writing prior to the child’s first day of attendance.

“Evidence: Child # 1 did not contain the family day home policies for medication administration.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-70-A.

Based on record review and interview, the provider did not ensure compliance with the home’s termination of care policy that has been disclosed to the parents as required by 8VAC20-800-70.

Rule 8VAC20-800-30-B. From a complaint.

Based on record review and interview, the provider failed to obtain 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: Child #1’s record did not contain documentation of 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. Date of attendance for child #1 is 5/15/2019.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-100-A.

Based on observation and inteview, potentially poisonous substances, materials and supplies such as, but not limited to, cleaning agents, disinfectants, deodorizers, plant care chemicals, pesticides, and petroleum distillates were not stored away from food in areas inaccessible to children.

“Evidence: A bottle of hand sanitizer was next to three containers of infant formula and infant oatmeal in a white cabinent next to the refrigerator accessible to children.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-280.

Based on record review and interview, the parents were not provided in writing of all required information before the child’s first day of attendance.

“Evidence: Child #5’s record did not contain a signed acknowledgment for the authorization for emergency medical care should an emergency occur and the parent cannot be located immediately unless the parent presents a written objection to provision of medical treatment on religious or other grounds. Child #5’s date of attendance is 9/12/22.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-60-B.

Based on observation and interview, bottles were not labeled with the child’s full name and the date, if more than one infant is in care.

“Evidence: 2 of 2 bottles in the refrigerator were not labeled with the full names and dates of child #4 and child #5.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-960-E.

Based on observation and staff interview, soiled disposable diapers and wipes were not disposed of in a leak-proof or plastic-lined storage system that is either foot operated or used in such a way that neither the caregiver’s hand nor the soiled diaper or wipe touches the exterior surface of the storage system during disposal.

“Evidence: 1. Disposable diapers were not disposed in a trash can that is foot-operated. 2. The Provider stated that the foot operated trash can was in storage.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-690-E.

8VAC20-800-170-B

“Based on review, the form consistent with documenting the absence of tuberculosis was not completed within the last 30 days at the time of hiring. Evidence: 1. Caregiver #2 (start date 3/01/2022) had a tuberculosis screening dated 3/15/2020.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-170-B.

8VAC20-820-120-E-1

“Based on observation, the provider did not have the most recently issued license posted at each public entrance. Evidence: 1. The provider had the license posted that expired 3/30/2021, but did not have the current license posted.”

Rule 8VAC20-820-120-E-1.