The Merit School of Cloverdale (#32)

The center shall meet the proof of child identity and age requirements as stated in ? 22.1-289.049 of the Code of Virginia.

“Child 1’s (enrolled for 2 months) record did not contain documentation that the child’s proof of identity was reviewed.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-40-G.

(REPEAT VIOLATION) The center may administer prescription medication that would normally be administered by a parent or guardian to a child provided: the center has obtained written authorization from a parent or guardian.

“The medication authorization for one of Child 2’s medications did not contain a parent’s signature.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-510-I.

Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children.

“1. In the PSE-A classroom, there was a spray bottle of sanitizer and a spray bottle of disinfectant in an unlocked upper cabinet. 2. In the JK-B classroom there was a spray bottle of sanitizer in an unlocked upper cabinet.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-280-B.

The center shall maintain, in a way that is accessible to all staff who work with children, a current written list of all children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions.

“In the Toddler classroom, Child C has a dietary restriction but was not listed on the current written list.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-40-M.

The center may administer prescription medication that would normally be administered by a parent or guardian to a child provided: The center has obtained written authorization from a parent or guardian.

“1. The center did not obtain parent written authorization for Child A’s medication that was on site. 2. The center did not obtain parent written authorization for Child B’s two medications on site.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-510-I.

Hazardous substances must be in a locked place that prevents access by children.

“In the Baby Steps 2 classroom, a can of disinfectant and a can of air freshener was unlocked on a shelf above the changing table.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-280-B.

Staff shall request at least annually parent confirmation that the required information in the child’s record is up to date.

“1. Child #1 was overdue by 1 year for an annual parent confirmation that the required information in the child’s record was up to date. 2. Child #2 was overdue by over 1 year for an annual parent confirmation that the required information in the child’s record was up to date.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-420-E-3.

Prescription medication may be administered if the parent has completed a written authorization from a parent or guardian.

“The written authorization for Child #3, did not give the center permission to administer the two medications on site.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-510-I.

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, were not maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: On the JK-Prep playground there was a portion of the fence toward that back end that was bent backwards. As a result, there were rusted nails protruding from the top of the fence”

Rule 8VAC20-780-270-A.

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, insecticides, and pesticides was not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: In the Toddler classroom, there was an unlocked cabinet with the following cleaning agents: Rapid Multi Surface Cleaner and Multi Quat Sanitizer. In the Preschool Explorers 2 classroom, there was a bottle of Wizard Air Freshener on the floor in a bin accessible to children.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-280-B.

8VAC20-780-330-B

“Based on observation, where playground equipment was provided, resilient surfacing did not comply with minimum safety standards. Evidence: On the JK-Prep playground, there were several holes observed in the resilient surface. On the School Age playground there was not adequate surfacing observed under the fall zones”

Rule 8VAC20-780-330-B.

8VAC20-780-80-A

“Based on documentation review, for each group of children, the center did not maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs.Evidence: In the JK-B classroom, there were 20 children present, and only 13 children were documented on the written daily attendance. In the JK-A classroom, there were 8 children present, and only 7 children were documented on the written daily attendance.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-80-A.

8VAC20-780-510-P

“Based on review of medication, it was determined that not all medication was picked up within 14 days when the authorization for medication expires. Evidence: The medication authorization form for child A expired April 2022.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-510-P.

8VAC20-780-60-A

“Based on a review of five children’s records, the center did not ensure all children’s records contained the required information. Evidence: Child A’s record did not have a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-60-A.

8VAC20-780-340-F

Rule 8VAC20-780-340-F. From a complaint.

8VAC20-780-40-E

Rule 8VAC20-780-40-E. From a complaint.

8VAC20-780-500-B

“Based on observation, the facility staff did not ensure that all of the diapering surfaces were nonabsorbent. Evidence: The changing pads in the toddlers and 2 year old classrooms had cracks and tears making them absorbent.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-500-B.

8VAC20-780-260-A

“Based on a review of documentation, the center did not obtain annual approval by the authority having jurisdiction that each building meets building and fire codes. Evidence: The director stated that the most recent fire inspection was conducted in 2020 but documentation was unable to be located during the inspection.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-260-A.

8VAC20-780-550-D

“Based on a review of documentation, the center did not implement a monthly practice evacuation drill. Evidence: The most recent April 14, 2022. There was no documentation of a practice evacuation drill for May 2022.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-550-D.

8VAC20-780-80-A

“Based on a review of documentation, the center did not maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: In the 2?s classroom there were 15 children signed in and 16 children present. In the Prepper’s classroom there were 19 children signed in and 18 children physically present.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-80-A.