Fairfax County Employees' Child Care Center (ECCC)

8VAC20-780-410-1

“Based on three staff interviews and review of written statements, a staff member used a forbidden action of rough handling a child in care and forcing a child to assume an uncomfortable position. Evidence: 1. On 4/19/2024 at approximately 10:15am, Child #1 (5 years old) refused to follow instructions to go to the bathroom to change clothes and kicked at Staff #1 from the floor. Staff #1 grabbed Child #1 by both ankles and held Child #1 upside down while walking from the hexagon table approximately 3 or 4 steps before carrying her under her arm to the black chair near the bathroom. Staff #1 sat down in the chair, put Child #1?s head in between her lower legs and held Child 1's legs while she took off the child's pants and another staff put clean pants on her. Child #1 was crying during the incident.”

8VAC20-780-400-B

“Based on interview and review of written statements, the center did not ensure behavioral guidance was constructive in nature, age and stage appropriate, and intended to redirect children to appropriate behavior and resolve conflicts. Evidence: 1. On 4/19/2024 at approximately 10:15am, Child #1 (5 years old) got raw eggs on her clothes while participating in an egg project. Child #1 refused Staff #1's instructions to go to the bathroom to change, got on the floor and kicked at Staff #1. In response, Staff #1 grabbed Child #1 by both ankles and carried Child #1 upside down approximately 3 or 4 steps before carrying her under her arm to the black chair near the bathroom. With the help of another staff person, Staff #1 forcibly changed Child #1?s dirty pants to clean ones.”

8VAC20-780-70

“Based on record review, staff records did not include all required information. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (Date of hire 12/04/2023) had two references in the file. One reference dated 11/12/2016 and one reference dated 12/18/2023 (After hire date). 2. Staff #4 (Date of hire 11/06/2023) was listed as a Lead Teacher. The file was missing documentation to demonstrate the individual possesses the education required by the job position.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center inside were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In Room 106, the wall had a small chip in the paint near the books and also had chipped paint approximately 6 inches long near the feet picture. 2. In Room 119, one tile corner had chipped in the corner. 3. In Room 121, the paint was chipping under the yellow board and near the home living area. 4. In Room 101, the black protective strip of the carpet was cracked and missing approximately 2 inches of the strip. 5. In Room143, a pair of adult scissors were in a drawer to the right of the sink. The paint was chipping near the window in 3 areas. A thermostat cover was missing and had exposed wires. 6. In Room 138, the rug was frayed approximately 4-5 inches. Six tools (Hammer, screw drivers, pliers, wrench, can opener and washers) were in a drawer. A pair of adult scissors were on the counter.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. In Room 119, a container of Clorox wipes were in a high cabinet above the sink and was not kept locked when not in use.”

8VAC20-770-60-C-2

“Based on review of staff records, the center did not obtain a central registry finding within 30 days of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #4 (Date of hire 11/06/2023) had central registry results dated 12/27/2023.”

8VAC20-770-60-B

“Based on review of staff records, the center did not obtain a completed sworn statement or affirmation for each staff member prior to date of hire. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (Date of hire 12/04/2023) had a completed sworn statement or affirmation dated 12/06/2023. 2. Staff #2 (Date of hire 11/20/2023) had a completed sworn statement or affirmation dated 12/07/2023. 3. Staff #4 (Date of hire 11/06/2023) had a completed sworn statement or affirmation dated 11/09/2023.”

22.1-289.035-B-4

“Based on review of staff records, the center did not obtain a copy of the results of a criminal history record information check and the sex offender registry check prior to the 1st day of employment and did not request the search of the child abuse and neglect registry or equivalent by the end of 30th day of employment from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (Date of hire 11/20/2023) lived in California in the last five years and the center did not obtain a copy of the results of a criminal history record information check and the sex offender registry check prior to the 1st day of employment and did not request the search of the child abuse and neglect registry or equivalent by the end of 30th day of employment”

8VAC20-780-290-A-3

“Based on observation, the center failed to cover all unused electrical outlets in areas used by children of preschool age or younger. Evidence: 1. In Room 138, 3 outlets were not covered and were not being used. 2. In the Indoor playground, 4 outlets were not covered and were not being used. 3.In Room 128, 3 outlets were not covered and were not being used.”

8VAC20-780-160-A

“Based on review, the center did not receive documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening for each staff member within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (Date of hire 11/20/2023) had a negative tuberculosis screening dated 10/06/2023.”

8VAC20-780-70

“Based on record review, staff records did not include all required information. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (Date of hire 12/04/2023) had two references in the file. One reference dated 11/12/2016 and one reference dated 12/18/2023 (After hire date). 2. Staff #4 (Date of hire 11/06/2023) was listed as a Lead Teacher. The file was missing documentation to demonstrate the individual possesses the education required by the job position.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center inside were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In Room 106, the wall had a small chip in the paint near the books and also had chipped paint approximately 6 inches long near the feet picture. 2. In Room 119, one tile corner had chipped in the corner. 3. In Room 121, the paint was chipping under the yellow board and near the home living area. 4. In Room 101, the black protective strip of the carpet was cracked and missing approximately 2 inches of the strip. 5. In Room143, a pair of adult scissors were in a drawer to the right of the sink. The paint was chipping near the window in 3 areas. A thermostat cover was missing and had exposed wires. 6. In Room 138, the rug was frayed approximately 4-5 inches. Six tools (Hammer, screw drivers, pliers, wrench, can opener and washers) were in a drawer. A pair of adult scissors were on the counter.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. In Room 119, a container of Clorox wipes were in a high cabinet above the sink and was not kept locked when not in use.”

8VAC20-770-60-C-2

“Based on review of staff records, the center did not obtain a central registry finding within 30 days of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #4 (Date of hire 11/06/2023) had central registry results dated 12/27/2023.”

8VAC20-770-60-B

“Based on review of staff records, the center did not obtain a completed sworn statement or affirmation for each staff member prior to date of hire. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (Date of hire 12/04/2023) had a completed sworn statement or affirmation dated 12/06/2023. 2. Staff #2 (Date of hire 11/20/2023) had a completed sworn statement or affirmation dated 12/07/2023. 3. Staff #4 (Date of hire 11/06/2023) had a completed sworn statement or affirmation dated 11/09/2023.”

22.1-289.035-B-4

“Based on review of staff records, the center did not obtain a copy of the results of a criminal history record information check and the sex offender registry check prior to the 1st day of employment and did not request the search of the child abuse and neglect registry or equivalent by the end of 30th day of employment from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (Date of hire 11/20/2023) lived in California in the last five years and the center did not obtain a copy of the results of a criminal history record information check and the sex offender registry check prior to the 1st day of employment and did not request the search of the child abuse and neglect registry or equivalent by the end of 30th day of employment”

8VAC20-780-290-A-3

“Based on observation, the center failed to cover all unused electrical outlets in areas used by children of preschool age or younger. Evidence: 1. In Room 138, 3 outlets were not covered and were not being used. 2. In the Indoor playground, 4 outlets were not covered and were not being used. 3.In Room 128, 3 outlets were not covered and were not being used.”

8VAC20-780-160-A

“Based on review, the center did not receive documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening for each staff member within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (Date of hire 11/20/2023) had a negative tuberculosis screening dated 10/06/2023.”

8VAC20-790-600-D-1

“Based on review of staff training, five staff do not have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Evidence: 1. Staff #1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 all had CPR certification that expired 3/2023.”

8VAC20-790-600-D-2

“Based on review of staff training, three staff do not have current certification in first aid training. Evidence: 1. Staff #6, 7, and 8 all had First Aid certification that expired 3/2023.”

8VAC20-790-600-F

“Based on review of training records, 9 staff need to complete the health and safety update course. Evidence: 1. Staff A completed the health and safety update training on 2/28/2022. 2. Staff B completed the health and safety update training on 2/23/2022. 3. Staff C completed the health and safety update training on 2/18/2022. 4. Staff D completed the health and safety update training on 2/11/2022. 5. Staff E completed the health and safety update training on 2/26/2022. 6. Staff F completed the health and safety update training on 2/20/2022. 7. Staff G completed the health and safety update training on 2/15/2022. 8. Staff H completed the health and safety update training on 2/26/2022. 9. Staff I completed the health and safety update training on 4/05/2022.”

8VAC20-780-510-P

“Based on observation and review, when an authorization for medication expired, the center did not return it to the parent or dispose of the medication. Evidence: 1. In classroom 138, a non-prescription medication had an authorization date of 8/13/2022 and was not returned to the parent or disposed of.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. In classroom 106, a spray bottle of bleach water was on top of a counter near the sink. 2. In classroom 143, a spray bottle of bleach water and two containers of Clorox bleach wipes were in the children's bathroom on top of a high cabinet above the sinks. A dust free spray was sitting on a low computer table in the classroom.”

8VAC20-780-160-A

“Based on review of staff records, one staff member did not submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (Date of hire 11/07/2022) had a tuberculosis screening dated 6/09/2022.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center inside and outside were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. Two green sofa fabric cushions had large cracks in the fabric approximately 12 inches long in classroom 143. 2. In the play gallery, a throw carpet was fraying and coming apart approximately 12 inches long. 3. On the playground, two yellow push toys had chipped paint on the frame.”

8VAC20-790-600-D-1

“Based on review of staff training, five staff do not have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Evidence: 1. Staff #1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 all had CPR certification that expired 3/2023.”

8VAC20-790-600-D-2

“Based on review of staff training, three staff do not have current certification in first aid training. Evidence: 1. Staff #6, 7, and 8 all had First Aid certification that expired 3/2023.”

8VAC20-790-600-F

“Based on review of training records, 9 staff need to complete the health and safety update course. Evidence: 1. Staff A completed the health and safety update training on 2/28/2022. 2. Staff B completed the health and safety update training on 2/23/2022. 3. Staff C completed the health and safety update training on 2/18/2022. 4. Staff D completed the health and safety update training on 2/11/2022. 5. Staff E completed the health and safety update training on 2/26/2022. 6. Staff F completed the health and safety update training on 2/20/2022. 7. Staff G completed the health and safety update training on 2/15/2022. 8. Staff H completed the health and safety update training on 2/26/2022. 9. Staff I completed the health and safety update training on 4/05/2022.”

8VAC20-780-510-P

“Based on observation and review, when an authorization for medication expired, the center did not return it to the parent or dispose of the medication. Evidence: 1. In classroom 138, a non-prescription medication had an authorization date of 8/13/2022 and was not returned to the parent or disposed of.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. In classroom 106, a spray bottle of bleach water was on top of a counter near the sink. 2. In classroom 143, a spray bottle of bleach water and two containers of Clorox bleach wipes were in the children's bathroom on top of a high cabinet above the sinks. A dust free spray was sitting on a low computer table in the classroom.”

8VAC20-780-160-A

“Based on review of staff records, one staff member did not submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (Date of hire 11/07/2022) had a tuberculosis screening dated 6/09/2022.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center inside and outside were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. Two green sofa fabric cushions had large cracks in the fabric approximately 12 inches long in classroom 143. 2. In the play gallery, a throw carpet was fraying and coming apart approximately 12 inches long. 3. On the playground, two yellow push toys had chipped paint on the frame.”

8VAC20-780-60-A-8

“Based on record review, the center did not obtain a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence: 1. Child #1 (start date 9/01/2022) had a diagnosed food allergy, but the center did not have a written care plan for the child.”

8VAC20-780-60-A-8

“Based on record review, the center did not obtain a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence: 1. Child #1 (start date 9/01/2022) had a diagnosed food allergy, but the center did not have a written care plan for the child.”