Esther Rojas de Perez

Cribs when being used by infants shall have a tight-fitting bottom cover.

“At the time of the inspection, it was observed that the bottom cover of Child #1?s crib was loosely fitted.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-530-B.

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

“The record for Child #1, who had been in care for five months, did not include provisions of the family day home’s emergency preparedness and response plan.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-70-A.

Temperatures shall be maintained at or below 40?F in refrigerator compartments.

“At the time of the inspection, it was observed that the refrigerator located in the kitchen, where bottles were stored, had a temperature reading of 58 degrees.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-940-A.

Areas of the family day home, outside, shall be maintained in a safe condition.

“The wooden deck that the children use has two floor panels that have areas of splintered wood.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-240-A.

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

“The trim around one of the patio doors was splintered and had chipping paint. In the outdoor play area, the head of a nail was protruding from the ground near a deteriorating wooden log, creating a tripping hazard adjacent to the play swing. There were two holes dug into the ground in the outdoor play area, creating a tripping hazard near the play swing.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-240-A.

Repeat violation

“Small electrical appliances were not unplugged when not being used. An electric water kettle was observed plugged in when not in use.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-320-A.

Based on observation and interview, potentially poisonous substances and materials were not stored away in an area inaccessible to children.

“Evidence: A container of disinfecting wipes was found on the bottom of a shelf across from the toilet in the children’s bathroom.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-280.

Based on observation and interview, small electrical appliances were not unplugged when not in use.

“Evidence: The toaster and coffee maker in the home were not unplugged and were not in use at the time of the inspection.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-320-A.

Based on observation and interview, child-resistant protective covers larger than 1-1/4 inches in diameter were not installed on all unused electrical outlets, and surge protectors were accessible to children under five years of age.

“Evidence: In the napping room, a power strip on a shelf near the TV had four uncovered outlets.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-320-B.

Based on observation and interview, medication was not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children.

“Evidence: Six bottles of vitamins were found on a floating shelf in the kitchen unlocked.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-730-D.

Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure each first aid kit had all the required items.

“Evidence: Adhesive tape was missing from the first aid kit.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-760-A-1.

Based on record review and interview, the provider did not review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed.

“Evidence: The last annual review of the emergency plan was dated 11/29/2022.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-800-B.

Based on observation and interview, the menu for the current one-week period was not given to parents, posted, or placed in an area accessible to parents.

“Evidence: The menu is not displayed or distributed to parents, and the Provider stated that they notify parents of what the children eat on the day of.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-920.

Based on record review and interview, the provider did not annually review with the parent the emergency contact information to ensure the information is correct and obtain the parent’s signed acknowledgment of the review.

“Evidence: Child #3’s last annual emergency contact review was on 1/4/2022.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-780-B.