Shawn Hashem

The provider shall obtain for each caregiver and adult household member a subsequent TB screening, every 2 years from the date of the first screening.

“Household Member 3 did not have documentation of a TB screening within the past 2 years.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-180-A.

Shelter-in-place procedures shall be practiced a minimum of twice per year.

“The provider did not have documentation of 2 shelter-in-place drills within the last 12 months.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-830-B.

The provider shall have an operable thermometer available to monitor refrigerator and freezer compartment temperatures.

“Provider could not locate the thermometer for the freezer.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-940-B.

Providers’ records shall contain the following: two or more reference checks completed before employment.

“Caregiver 1 did not have reference checks completed before employment.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-120-D.

A child’s record shall contain the following information: two emergency contacts with name, address, and telephone number.

“Child 3 did not have documentation of a second emergency contact.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-60-B.

Within seven business days of the child’s first day of attendance at the family day home, the provider shall obtain documentation of proof of identity.

“Child 3 did not have documentation of proof of identity verification.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-80-A.

Child-resistant protective covers shall be installed on all unused electrical outlets and surge protectors accessible to children under five years of age.

“The bathroom accessible to children had an uncovered electrical outlet above the sink.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-320-B.

A child’s record shall contain the following information: Written 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 1 did not have documentation of a written authorization for emergency medical care.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-60-B.

A first aid kit that contains at a minimum: adhesive tape.

“The first aid kit did not contain adhesive tape.”

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

When meals or snacks are provided by the family day home, the menu for the current one-week period shall: list substituted foods.

“The menu had cheese sandwiches and salad for 8/29, but the provider let me know what the children had chicken fingers and fries.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-920.

Systemic Violation

“Providers are required to obtain a completed sworn statement prior to permitting an individual to serve as a volunteer who will be alone with, in control of, or supervising children. Caregiver 4, who stated that they have been participating in the day to day operations of the family day home for approximately 12 months by 1) interacting with parents and children in the morning and afternoon/evening, 2) assisting with and reviewing children’s records, and 3) helping redirect and supervise children, does not have a completed sworn statement.”

Rule 22.1-289.035-B-1. From a complaint.

Systemic Violation

“Providers must obtain a completed national criminal background check prior to permitting an individual to serve as a volunteer who will be alone with, in control of, or supervising children. Caregiver 4, who stated that they have been participating in the day to day operations of the family day home for approximately 12 months by 1) interacting with parents and children in the morning and afternoon/evening, 2) assisting with and reviewing children’s records, and 3) helping redirect and supervise children, does not have a completed national criminal background check.”

Rule 22.1-289.035-B-2. From a complaint.

Systemic Violation

“Providers must request a search of the central registry prior to permitting an individual to serve as a volunteer who will be alone with, in control of, or supervising children. Caregiver 4, who stated that they have been participating in the day to day operations of the family day home for approximately 12 months by 1) interacting with parents and children in the morning and afternoon/evening, 2) assisting with and reviewing children’s records, and 3) helping redirect and supervise children, did not have a central registry search requested.”

Rule 22.1-289.035-B-3. From a complaint.

Assistants’ and substitute providers’ records shall contain all required documentation.

“Caregiver 4, who stated that they have been participating in the day to day operations of the family day home for approximately 12 months by 1) interacting with parents and children in the morning and afternoon/evening, 2) assisting with and reviewing children’s records, and 3) helping redirect and supervise children, did not have the following required documents on file: a. documentation of a tuberculosis screening, and b. documentation of training required by 8VAC20-800-230 to include orientation training and 16 annual training hours.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-120-B. From a complaint.

Before the child’s first day of attendance, parents shall be provided in writing the following information: daily schedule.

“The information form signed by parents was blank for the daily schedule.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-70-A.

A first aid kit that contains at a minimum: tweezers.

“The first aid kit did not have tweezers.”

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

The family day home shall obtain documentation of additional immunizations for a child who is not exempt from immunization requirements. 1. Once every six months for children under the age of two years.

“Child 4 was under 2 years of age and their last documented immunization was on 5/14/2024.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-90-C.

22.1-289.035-B-3

“Based on review of household member records, the family day home did not obtain a copy of the results of a search of the Virginia central registry for child abuse and neglect. Evidence Household member #1did not have documentation of the results of a search of the Virginia central registry.”

Rule 22.1-289.035-B-3.

22.1-289.036-B-1

“Based on review of household member records, a sworn statement disclosing whether they have ever been convicted of or is the subject of any pending criminal charges for any offenses within or outside the Commonwealth was not provided. Evidence Household member #1 does not have documentation of a signed Sworn Statement.”

Rule 22.1-289.036-B-1.

22.1-289.036-B-2

“Based on review of household member records, not all members submitted to fingerprinting to determine a letter of eligibility of employment. Evidence Household member #1did not have documentation of submitting to fingerprinting to obtain a letter of employment of eligibility.”

Rule 22.1-289.036-B-2.

8VAC20-800-180-A

“Based on review of household member records, the provider did not obtain for each household member a current report of Tuberculosis screening form. Evidence Household member #1did not have documentation of obtaining a current report of Tuberculosis screening.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-180-A.

8VAC20-800-280

“REPEAT VIOLATION Based on observation, potentially poisonous substances were accessible to children. Evidence Cleaning agents, toothpaste, shampoo and cleaning products were located on the counter in the bathroom the children use. Bug spray and air freshener were accessible to the children located on a shelf by the entrance door.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-280.

8VAC20-800-570-A

“Based on observation and review of records, it was determined the Provider did not ensure that a caregiver does not exceed 16 points at any time. Evidence: One caregiver was present with 9 children, total 19 points when the inspector arrived. Approximately 6 minutes after the inspector arrived the provider came downstairs to the child care area.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-570-A.

8VAC20-800-920

“Based on observation the current menu was not updated to reflect any changes in the food served to the children on the posted menu. Evidence Breakfast served to the children on Tuesday, 8/27/24 included strawberries and cereal. The posted menu stated breakfast would include eggs, croissants, applesauce and milk.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-920.

Based on observation, the provider did not store away potentially poisonous substances, cleaning agents, and disinfectants in an area inaccessible to children.

“Evidence: 1. Four tubes of toothpaste was on the bathroom counter by the sink accessible to the children. 2. Poisonous substances, including cleaning agents and personal care products, were stored in an unlocked cabinet under the bathroom sink that was accessible to children.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-280.

Based on children’s record review, 1 of 8 children’s records did not contain the address of two designated persons to contact in case of an emergency if the parent cannot be reached.

“Evidence: Child #1’s record was missing the addresses for two designated emergency contacts.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-60-B.

8VAC20-800-330-A

“Based on observation, the family day home did not have a landline telephone available that was operable and accessible during the family day home’s hours of operation. Evidence The landline phone was not connected and operable.”

Rule 8VAC20-800-330-A.