Sherry Sclater

Based on a review of documentation and interview with the provider, the provider did not maintain a written daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs.

“Evidence: The provider did not document the departure of a child that was picked up by the public-school bus.”

Rule 8VAC20-790-180-B.

Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the provider did not ensure that children be protected from materials that could be swallowed or present a choking hazard. Toys or objects less that 1-1/4 inches in diameter and less that two inches in length shall be kept out of reach of children under the age of three years old.

“Evidence: A small toy was observed near a 12-month-old child, the toy was approximately 1 inch in diameter and 1-1/2 inch in length, posing a choke hazard.”

Rule 8VAC20-790-250-B.

Repeat Violation

“Based on documentation review, the provider did not ensure that wood burning fireplaces and associated chimneys were inspected annually by a knowledgeable inspector to verify that the devices are properly installed, maintained, and cleaned as needed. Evidence: The most recent fireplace inspection was dated 01/09/23.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-320-G.

Based on observation the provider did not ensure litter boxes were inaccessible to children.

“Evidence: A litter box with animal feces was observed on the kitchen floor approximately four feet away from where the children were seated and eating breakfast.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-460-I.

Based on review of five children’s records, the provider did not ensure that they reviewed with the parent the emergency contact information annually for each child and obtained the parent’s signature acknowledging the review.

“Evidence: The last documented annual review for Child #1 was 12/03/22, Child #3 was 11/30/22, Child #4 was 11/14/23, and Child #3 was 11/14/22.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-780-B.

8VAC20-800-100-A

“Based on review, the provider did not ensure that they obtained documentation of a physical examination under the direction of a physician prior to a child’s attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: reviewed 3 children’s records and found that Child 1 has been in care for over 30 days and did not have documentation of a physical exam.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-100-A.

8VAC20-800-110-B

“Based on review, the provider did not ensure that each report includes the date of the physical examination and dates immunizations were received and shall be signed by a licensed physician, the physician’s designee, or an official of a local health department. Evidence: reviewed 3 children’s records and found that Child 2 did not have a signed immunization record on file.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-110-B.

8VAC20-800-240-A

“Based on observation, the provider did not ensure that the areas and furnishings of the family day home, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: observed that there was peeling paint in the basement care area, and peeling drywall on the side wall, where a whiteboard had once been attached to the wall.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-240-A.

8VAC20-800-320-B

“Based on observation, the provider did not ensure that child resistant protective covers shall be installed on all unused electrical outlets and surge protectors accessible to children. Evidence: observed uncovered electrical outlets on a surge protector in the kitchen and next to the fish tank, both accessible to children in care.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-320-B.

8VAC20-800-320-I

“Based on observation, the provider did not ensure that the smoke detectors in the home were operational. Evidence: observed that the smoke detector in the childcare space was beeping and possibly was in need of a new battery or other attention.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-320-I.

8VAC20-800-280

“Based on observation, the provider did not ensure that potentially poisonous substances are stored in areas inaccessible to children. Evidence: observed air freshener accessible to children in the medicine cabinet in the child care bathroom.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-280.

8VAC20-800-100-A

“Based on review, the provider did not ensure that they obtained, within 30 days of the first day of care, documentation that each child in care has had a physical examination. Evidence: reviewed 4 children’s records and found that Child 1 did not have documentation of a physical exam.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-100-A.

8VAC20-800-110-B

“Based on review, the provider did not ensure that they obtained immunization records that were signed by a licensed physician, their designee or an official of the local health department. Evidence: Reviewed 4 children’s records and found that Child 1 and 3 did not have documentation of a signed immunization record.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-110-B.

8VAC20-800-320-G

“Based on the provider interview, the provider did not ensure that they obtained documentation of an inspection of their wood burning fire place by a knowledgeable inspector. Evidence: identified through the provider that they had not obtained a fireplace inspection to ensure that it has been properly installed, maintained, and cleaned as needed.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-320-G.

8VAC20-800-60-B

“Based on review, the provider did not ensure that they maintained children’s records with the required minimum information. Reviewed 4 children’s records and found that Child 1, 2 and 3 did not have documentation of medical insurance, or their policy number.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-60-B.

8VAC20-800-760-A-1

“Based on observation, the provider did not ensure that they had a first aid kit with the required minimum items. Evidence: observed that the provider was missing adhesive tape and one triangular bandage in their first aid kit.”

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