Faces of the Future Academy

8VAC20-790-600-D-2

“Based on a review of five staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure that one staff had current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care within 90 days of employment. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1 (date of employment: 8/30/2023) contained a first aid certification dated 1/12/2024. 2. The vendor acknowledged that the first aid certification was not obtained within 90 days of employment as required.”

8VAC20-790-600-D-1

“Based on a review of five staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure that one staff had current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care within 90 days of employment. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1 (date of employment: 8/30/2023) contained an online only CPR certification dated 1/12/2024. 2. The vendor acknowledged that the staff was not certified. Staff #1 was not certified within 90 days of employment and the training taken on 1/12/2024 did not contain the required in-person competency demonstration.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“REPEAT VIOLATION 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. On the main playground, a rusted screw was observed protruding from the fence. Five large patches of ripped landscaping fabric were observed coming through the pea gravel which posed a tripping hazard. A four seater spring/bouncer equipment piece was observed with three broken sets. The black plastic barrier surrounding the slide contained several areas where the plastic had cracked resulting in sharp edges and areas that could pinch skin. Inside the center, areas of chipped and peeling paint were observed on classroom windowsills and door frames. 2. Administration acknowledged that the areas required maintenance.”

22.1-289.035-A

“Based on a review of five staff records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain repeat background checks every five years for two staff as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #3 (date of employment: 9/17/2018) contained a central registry dated 10/22/2018. The repeat central registry was missing from the record. The record contained fingerprint background checks dated 10/10/2018 and 1/19/2024. The repeat fingerprint background check results were received approximately three months late. 2. The record of staff #4 (date of employment: 1/5/2018) contained a central registry dated 2/27/2018. The repeat central registry was missing from the record. The record contained fingerprint background checks dated 6/11/2018 and 1/19/2024. The repeat fingerprint background check results were received approximately seven months late. 3. Administration acknowledged that the repeat background checks were not completed every five years as required.”

8VAC20-780-140-A

“Based on a review of five child records and interview, the center did not ensure that one child had a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician: 1. Before the child's attendance; or 2. Within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: 1. The record of child #2 (date of attendance: 8/21/2023) did not contain a physical record. 2. Administration acknowledged that the physical record not been obtained.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that hazardous substances were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. An unlocked canister of disinfectant was observed in a cabinet in the three year old room. An unlocked canister of disinfectant, cannister of Febreeze and spray bottle of bleach sanitizer was observed in a cabinet in the four year old room. The cleaners/sanitizers contained warning labels to include caution, keep out of the reach of children, flammable, and hazard to humans and domestic animals. 2. Administration acknowledged that the hazardous substances were unlocked.”

8VAC20-780-240-A

“Based on a review of five staff records and interview, the center did not ensure that two staff completed the Virginia Department of Education-sponsored orientation course within 90 calendar days of employment as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1 (date of employment: 12/5/2022) contained a VDOE orientation certificate dated 8/1/2023. The record of staff #5 (date of employment: 3/18/2023) did not contain a VDOE orientation certificate. 2. Administration acknowledged that the orientation course was not completed by the two staff within 90 calendar days of employment.”

8VAC20-780-160-A

“REPEAT VIOLATION Based on a review of five staff records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening for three staff within the required time frame. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1 (date of employment: 12/5/2022) contained a TB screening dated 10/10/2022. The record of staff #2 (date of employment: 8/10/2023) contained a TB screening dated 2/10/2023. The record of staff #5 (date of employment: 3/18/2023) contained a TB screening dated 4/4/2023. Documentation of the screening shall be submitted at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. The documentation shall have been completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment and be signed by a physician, physician's designee, or an official of the local health department. 2. Administration acknowledged that the TBs were not completed within the required time frame.”

22.1-289.035-B-2

“Based on a review of five staff records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain a fingerprint background check for two staff prior to the first date of employment as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1 (date of employment: 12/5/2022) did not contain a fingerprint background check. The record of staff #5 (date of employment: 3/18/2023) contained a fingerprint background check dated 4/14/2023. 2. Administration acknowledged that the fingerprint background checks were not obtained prior to the start of employment.”

8VAC20-790-600-F

“Based on a review of five (5) staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure that two (2) staff who worked directly with children annually completed the department's health and safety update course. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #3 (date of employment: 12/13/2021) did not contain a 2022 or 2023 annual health and safety training certificate. The record of staff #4 (date of employment: 4/21/2022) did not contain an annual health and safety training certificate. 2. The vendor acknowledged that the staff had not completed the training annually as required.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that hazardous substances were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. An unlocked canister of disinfectant was observed in a cabinet in the three year old room. An unlocked canister of disinfectant, cannister of Febreeze and spray bottle of bleach sanitizer was observed in a cabinet in the four year old room. The cleaners/sanitizers contained warning labels to include caution, keep out of the reach of children, flammable, and hazard to humans and domestic animals. 2. Administration acknowledged that the hazardous substances were unlocked.”

8VAC20-780-240-A

“Based on a review of five staff records and interview, the center did not ensure that two staff completed the Virginia Department of Education-sponsored orientation course within 90 calendar days of employment as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1 (date of employment: 12/5/2022) contained a VDOE orientation certificate dated 8/1/2023. The record of staff #5 (date of employment: 3/18/2023) did not contain a VDOE orientation certificate. 2. Administration acknowledged that the orientation course was not completed by the two staff within 90 calendar days of employment.”

8VAC20-780-160-A

“REPEAT VIOLATION Based on a review of five staff records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening for three staff within the required time frame. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1 (date of employment: 12/5/2022) contained a TB screening dated 10/10/2022. The record of staff #2 (date of employment: 8/10/2023) contained a TB screening dated 2/10/2023. The record of staff #5 (date of employment: 3/18/2023) contained a TB screening dated 4/4/2023. Documentation of the screening shall be submitted at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. The documentation shall have been completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment and be signed by a physician, physician's designee, or an official of the local health department. 2. Administration acknowledged that the TBs were not completed within the required time frame.”

22.1-289.035-B-2

“Based on a review of five staff records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain a fingerprint background check for two staff prior to the first date of employment as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1 (date of employment: 12/5/2022) did not contain a fingerprint background check. The record of staff #5 (date of employment: 3/18/2023) contained a fingerprint background check dated 4/14/2023. 2. Administration acknowledged that the fingerprint background checks were not obtained prior to the start of employment.”

8VAC20-790-600-F

“Based on a review of five (5) staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure that two (2) staff who worked directly with children annually completed the department's health and safety update course. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #3 (date of employment: 12/13/2021) did not contain a 2022 or 2023 annual health and safety training certificate. The record of staff #4 (date of employment: 4/21/2022) did not contain an annual health and safety training certificate. 2. The vendor acknowledged that the staff had not completed the training annually as required.”

8VAC20-790-600-F

“Based on a review of five (5) staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure that two (2) staff who worked directly with children annually completed the department's health and safety update course. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #4 (date of employment: 10/18/21) did not contain a 2022 annual health and safety training certificate. The record of staff #5 (date of employment: 7/8/2021) did not contain a 2022 annual health and safety training certificate. 2. The vendor acknowledged that the department's 2022 health and safety update course had not been completed by the two (2) staff as required.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“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. In the school age classroom, areas of chipped and peeling paint were observed on the walls. Three (3) rusted children's chairs were observed in the same classroom. In the four year old classroom, chipped and peeling paint was observed on the walls and cubby areas. 2. Administration acknowledged that the areas required maintenance.”

8VAC20-780-290-A-3

“Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that electrical outlets had protective covers that were of a size that could not be swallowed by children. Evidence: 1. Three (3) uncovered outlets were observed. (one (1) in the toddler room, one (1) in the two year old room, and one (1) in the four year old room) 2. Administration acknowledged that the outlets did not have protective covers.”

8VAC20-780-160-A

“Based on a review of five (5) staff records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening for one (1) staff at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1 (date of employment: 2/27/2023) did not contain a TB screening. 2. Administration acknowledged that the TB screening had not been completed.”

8VAC20-790-600-F

“Based on a review of five (5) staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure that two (2) staff who worked directly with children annually completed the department's health and safety update course. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #4 (date of employment: 10/18/21) did not contain a 2022 annual health and safety training certificate. The record of staff #5 (date of employment: 7/8/2021) did not contain a 2022 annual health and safety training certificate. 2. The vendor acknowledged that the department's 2022 health and safety update course had not been completed by the two (2) staff as required.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“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. In the school age classroom, areas of chipped and peeling paint were observed on the walls. Three (3) rusted children's chairs were observed in the same classroom. In the four year old classroom, chipped and peeling paint was observed on the walls and cubby areas. 2. Administration acknowledged that the areas required maintenance.”

8VAC20-780-290-A-3

“Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that electrical outlets had protective covers that were of a size that could not be swallowed by children. Evidence: 1. Three (3) uncovered outlets were observed. (one (1) in the toddler room, one (1) in the two year old room, and one (1) in the four year old room) 2. Administration acknowledged that the outlets did not have protective covers.”

8VAC20-780-160-A

“Based on a review of five (5) staff records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening for one (1) staff at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1 (date of employment: 2/27/2023) did not contain a TB screening. 2. Administration acknowledged that the TB screening had not been completed.”

8VAC20-780-330-B

“Based on observation on 08/08/2022, the center did not ensure that where playground equipment is provided, resilient surfacing shall comply with minimum safety standards. Evidence: 1) During the inspection of the playground, the licensing inspector measured pea gravel under and around the slides and climber on the preschool playground. Three pea gravel samplings measured approximately 2 to 4 inches in depth. The equipment requires at least six inches of resilient surfacing. 2) Administration acknowledged that the equipment would require additional resilient surfacing.”

8VAC20-780-70

“Based on a review of 6 staff records and interview, the center did not ensure that complete staff records were kept for four (4) staff persons. Evidence: 1. The staff records of staff #2 (DOH: 5/31/2022), staff #3 (DOH: 7/8/2022), staff #4 (DOH: 4/21/2022) and staff #5 (DOH: 6/2/2022) did not contain documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment as required. 2. Administration acknowledged that the references were not documented as part of the record.”

8VAC20-780-160-A

“Based on a review of 6 staff records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening for 5 staff that fell within the required time frames. Documentation of the screening must be submitted at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. The documentation shall have been completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment and be signed by a physician, physician's designee, or an official of the local health department. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #2 (DOE: 5/31/2022) contained a TB screening dated 6/15/2020. The record of staff #3 (DOE: 7/8/2022) contained a TB screening dated 7/20/2022. The record of staff #4 (DOE: 4/21/2022) contained a TB screening dated 6/14/2022. The record of staff 5 (DOE: 6/2/2022) contained a TB screening dated 6/15/2022. The record of staff #6 (DOE: 10/18/2021) contained a TB screening dated 10/19/2021). 2. Administration acknowledged that the TB screenings were not completed within the required time frame.”

8VAC20-780-140-A

“Based on a review of five (5) children’s records and interview, the center did not ensure that one (1) child had a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician: before the child's attendance; or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: 1. The record of child # 3, first day of attendance 6/1/2022, did not contain a physical record. 2. Administration acknowledged that the record was not received.”

8VAC20-780-130-A

“Based on a review of 5 children’s records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain documentation that one (1) child had received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the first date of enrollment (DOE) as required. Evidence: 1. The record of child # 3 (DOE: 6/1/2022) did not contain an immunization record. 2. Administration acknowledged that the record was not received.”

8VAC20-770-60-B

“Based on a review of 6 staff records and interview, the center did not ensure that 1 staff had a completed sworn statement prior to the first date of employment as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #4 (DOH: 4/21/2022) contained a sworn statement dated 4/25/2022. 2. Administration acknowledged that the sworn statement was completed late.”

22.1-289.058

“Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that the building that was built prior to 2015 and serves preschool aged children was equipped with at least one carbon monoxide detector. Evidence: 1. A carbon monoxide detector was not observed during the inspection on 8/8/2022. 2. Administration acknowledged that the center was not equipped with the detector.”

22.1-289.035-B-2

“Based on a review of 6 staff records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain the results of a fingerprint background check prior to the first date of employment for 4 staff as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #2 (DOH: 5/31/2022) contained a fingerprint background check dated 6/3/2022. The record of staff #3 (DOH: 7/8/2022) contained a fingerprint background check dated 7/19/2022. The record of staff #4 (DOH: 4/21/2022) contained a fingerprint background check dated 5/2/2022. The record of staff #5 (DOH: 6/2/2022) contained a fingerprint background check dated 6/17/2022. 2. Administration acknowledged that the results were received after the first date of employment.”

8VAC20-770-60-C-2

“Based on a review of 6 staff records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain the results of a central registry background check by the end of the 30th day for 5 staff as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #2 (DOH: 5/31/2022) did not contain the results of a central registry background check. The record of staff #3 (DOH: 7/8/2022) did not contain the results of a central registry background check. The record of staff #4 (DOH: 4/21/2022) contained central registry results dated 5/26/2022. The record of staff #5 (DOH: 6/2/2022) did not contain the results of a central registry background check. The record of staff #6 (DOH: 10/18/2021) contained a central registry background check dated 12/16/2021. 2. Administration acknowledged that the results were not received within the required time frame.”

8VAC20-780-330-B

“Based on observation on 08/08/2022, the center did not ensure that where playground equipment is provided, resilient surfacing shall comply with minimum safety standards. Evidence: 1) During the inspection of the playground, the licensing inspector measured pea gravel under and around the slides and climber on the preschool playground. Three pea gravel samplings measured approximately 2 to 4 inches in depth. The equipment requires at least six inches of resilient surfacing. 2) Administration acknowledged that the equipment would require additional resilient surfacing.”

8VAC20-780-70

“Based on a review of 6 staff records and interview, the center did not ensure that complete staff records were kept for four (4) staff persons. Evidence: 1. The staff records of staff #2 (DOH: 5/31/2022), staff #3 (DOH: 7/8/2022), staff #4 (DOH: 4/21/2022) and staff #5 (DOH: 6/2/2022) did not contain documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment as required. 2. Administration acknowledged that the references were not documented as part of the record.”

8VAC20-780-160-A

“Based on a review of 6 staff records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening for 5 staff that fell within the required time frames. Documentation of the screening must be submitted at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. The documentation shall have been completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment and be signed by a physician, physician's designee, or an official of the local health department. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #2 (DOE: 5/31/2022) contained a TB screening dated 6/15/2020. The record of staff #3 (DOE: 7/8/2022) contained a TB screening dated 7/20/2022. The record of staff #4 (DOE: 4/21/2022) contained a TB screening dated 6/14/2022. The record of staff 5 (DOE: 6/2/2022) contained a TB screening dated 6/15/2022. The record of staff #6 (DOE: 10/18/2021) contained a TB screening dated 10/19/2021). 2. Administration acknowledged that the TB screenings were not completed within the required time frame.”

8VAC20-780-140-A

“Based on a review of five (5) children’s records and interview, the center did not ensure that one (1) child had a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician: before the child's attendance; or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: 1. The record of child # 3, first day of attendance 6/1/2022, did not contain a physical record. 2. Administration acknowledged that the record was not received.”

8VAC20-780-130-A

“Based on a review of 5 children’s records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain documentation that one (1) child had received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the first date of enrollment (DOE) as required. Evidence: 1. The record of child # 3 (DOE: 6/1/2022) did not contain an immunization record. 2. Administration acknowledged that the record was not received.”

8VAC20-770-60-B

“Based on a review of 6 staff records and interview, the center did not ensure that 1 staff had a completed sworn statement prior to the first date of employment as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #4 (DOH: 4/21/2022) contained a sworn statement dated 4/25/2022. 2. Administration acknowledged that the sworn statement was completed late.”

22.1-289.058

“Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that the building that was built prior to 2015 and serves preschool aged children was equipped with at least one carbon monoxide detector. Evidence: 1. A carbon monoxide detector was not observed during the inspection on 8/8/2022. 2. Administration acknowledged that the center was not equipped with the detector.”

22.1-289.035-B-2

“Based on a review of 6 staff records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain the results of a fingerprint background check prior to the first date of employment for 4 staff as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #2 (DOH: 5/31/2022) contained a fingerprint background check dated 6/3/2022. The record of staff #3 (DOH: 7/8/2022) contained a fingerprint background check dated 7/19/2022. The record of staff #4 (DOH: 4/21/2022) contained a fingerprint background check dated 5/2/2022. The record of staff #5 (DOH: 6/2/2022) contained a fingerprint background check dated 6/17/2022. 2. Administration acknowledged that the results were received after the first date of employment.”

8VAC20-770-60-C-2

“Based on a review of 6 staff records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain the results of a central registry background check by the end of the 30th day for 5 staff as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #2 (DOH: 5/31/2022) did not contain the results of a central registry background check. The record of staff #3 (DOH: 7/8/2022) did not contain the results of a central registry background check. The record of staff #4 (DOH: 4/21/2022) contained central registry results dated 5/26/2022. The record of staff #5 (DOH: 6/2/2022) did not contain the results of a central registry background check. The record of staff #6 (DOH: 10/18/2021) contained a central registry background check dated 12/16/2021. 2. Administration acknowledged that the results were not received within the required time frame.”