Genesis Learning Center @ Bensley Commons

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Torn window blinds were left down in Classroom #1. The torn blinds were accessible to the three children present in the classroom.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-270-A.

8VAC20-780-130-E

“The Center shall obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years. Child #7, who has been attending seven months, and is under the age of two years of age, does not have additional immunizations on file. The last documentation of immunization is dated 09/18/24.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-130-E.

8VAC20-780-330-B

Rule 8VAC20-780-330-B.

Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, were maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition.

“Evidence: 1. Areas of the chain linked fence that surrounded the playground were observed to be broken and unraveled and contained sharp points that could entangle clothing or snag skin. 2. Administration acknowledged that the fence required maintenance.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-270-A.

Based on a review of five child records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain a central registry finding for one staff by the end of the 30th day of employment as required.

“Evidence: 1. Th record of staff #2 (date of employment 8/21/2023) did not contain a central registry finding. 2. Administration acknowledged that there was not a central registry finding in the record.”

Rule 8VAC20-770-60-C-2.

Based on observation, a review of documentation and interview, the center did not ensure to 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 documented in the allergy plan required in 8VAC20-780-60 A 8. This list shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present.

“Evidence: 1. In the three year old classroom, an older version of the allergy list was posted. 2. Administration acknowledged that the current version was not available in the classroom and that changes had occurred between the previous version and the most up to date which was dated 10/2/2023.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-40-M.

COMPLAINT RELATED Based on a review of documentation and interview, the center did not ensure to maintain documentation of emergency evacuation drills that included the date and time of the drill as required.

“Evidence: 1. A 2023 drill log was reviewed. Six of the nine monthly drill entries did not contain the time of the drill. The June evacuation drill contained a date error. 2. Administration stated that the drills were conducted but not logged promptly which resulted in errors in the required documentation.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-550-G. From a complaint.

Based on review of documentation, video footage, and interview, the center did not ensure that when staff are supervising children, they always ensure their care, protection, and guidance.

Rule 8VAC20-780-340-A.

Based on review of documentation, video footage, and interview, the center did not ensure that children under 10 years of age always shall be within actual sight and sound supervision of staff.

“Evidence: 1. Child #1 (age 3) was not within sight and supervision of staff for approximately 16 minutes on 2/01/2023 when the child was left unsupervised outside on the playground. 2. Administration acknowledged that the child was left unsupervised for approximately 16 minutes.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-340-F.

Based on review of documentation and interview, the center did not ensure that their activities and services were maintained in compliance with the center’s own policies and procedures that are required by the standards.

Rule 8VAC20-780-40-E.

Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that when food was brought from home, that the container was sealed and clearly dated and labeled in a way that identified the owner.

“Evidence: 1. In the infant room, a bottle of breastmilk was observed that was missing the complete date. Two bags of breastmilk were observed that were missing the date and a label that identified the owner. 2. Administration acknowledged that the food from home did not have the required labeling and dates.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-560-G.