Feathers Bilingual Academy

8VAC20-780-70

“Based on record review and interview, The center did not have two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment. Evidence: Staff record had two references that were completed after date of hire. (DOH: 3/17/24, DOR: 3/31/24 and 4/5/24)”

8VAC20-780-520-B

“Based on observation, the facility did not ensure that if sunscreen is used, it meets the minimum requirements. Evidence: observed a sunscreen bottle in the 3-4 year old room did not have a name on it.”

8VAC20-780-40-J

“Based on review, the facility did not ensure that they had documentation of injury prevention procedures that are updated at least annually based on documentation of injuries and a review of the activities and services. Evidence: reviewed the facility's records and found that they did not have an injury prevention plan or an annual update.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, the facility must ensure that hazardous substances are kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: observed hand sanitizer accessible to children on a shelf in the 3-4 year old room.”

8VAC20-780-550-G

“Based on review, the facility did not ensure that emergency evacuation, shelter-in-place, and lockdown drills were properly documented. Evidence: reviewed the facility's emergency evacuation drill log and found that it was missing documentation of weather and notification method.”

8VAC20-780-520-B

“Based on observation, the facility did not ensure that if sunscreen is used, it meets the minimum requirements. Evidence: observed a sunscreen bottle in the 3-4 year old room did not have a name on it.”

8VAC20-780-40-J

“Based on review, the facility did not ensure that they had documentation of injury prevention procedures that are updated at least annually based on documentation of injuries and a review of the activities and services. Evidence: reviewed the facility's records and found that they did not have an injury prevention plan or an annual update.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, the facility must ensure that hazardous substances are kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: observed hand sanitizer accessible to children on a shelf in the 3-4 year old room.”

8VAC20-780-550-G

“Based on review, the facility did not ensure that emergency evacuation, shelter-in-place, and lockdown drills were properly documented. Evidence: reviewed the facility's emergency evacuation drill log and found that it was missing documentation of weather and notification method.”

8VAC20-780-240-C

“Based on interview and record review, it was determined Orientation training for the staff did not include methods to prevent cross contamination and prevention of abusive head trauma, including procedures to cope with distraught children. Evidence: 1. Documentation of Allergy training covers many aspects but preventing exposure to food allergens through cross contamination and recognizing symptoms of an allergic reaction are not included. 2. Training does not include how to handle distraught children and how to prevent head trauma.”

8VAC20-780-70

“Based on record review of staff files, it was determined the Center does not have complete records for staff. Evidence: 1. 3 of 3 staff files do not contain documentation to verify education or experience of each staff meets lead qualified position. The degrees for each staff are in a foreign language and Inspector is unable to verify type of degree. The Center also did not document experience as resumes lists past experience but it was not verified. 2. 3 of 3 staff files have references taken over the phone but the references do not list names of persons contacted, the firms contacted, and does not record signature of person who made calls.”

22.1-289.035-B-3

“Based on record review and staff interview, it was determined the Center failed to obtain a Central Registry Search for a staff member within 30 days of employment. Evidence: 1. The Director showed that Clearances for new staff had been sent but were returned because items missing. Staff #2 has been employed since February 8, 2023 and does not have a Clearance.”

8VAC20-780-560-G

“based on observation, food containers are labeled but not dated.”

8VAC20-780-240-C

“Based on interview and record review, it was determined Orientation training for the staff did not include methods to prevent cross contamination and prevention of abusive head trauma, including procedures to cope with distraught children. Evidence: 1. Documentation of Allergy training covers many aspects but preventing exposure to food allergens through cross contamination and recognizing symptoms of an allergic reaction are not included. 2. Training does not include how to handle distraught children and how to prevent head trauma.”

8VAC20-780-70

“Based on record review of staff files, it was determined the Center does not have complete records for staff. Evidence: 1. 3 of 3 staff files do not contain documentation to verify education or experience of each staff meets lead qualified position. The degrees for each staff are in a foreign language and Inspector is unable to verify type of degree. The Center also did not document experience as resumes lists past experience but it was not verified. 2. 3 of 3 staff files have references taken over the phone but the references do not list names of persons contacted, the firms contacted, and does not record signature of person who made calls.”

22.1-289.035-B-3

“Based on record review and staff interview, it was determined the Center failed to obtain a Central Registry Search for a staff member within 30 days of employment. Evidence: 1. The Director showed that Clearances for new staff had been sent but were returned because items missing. Staff #2 has been employed since February 8, 2023 and does not have a Clearance.”

8VAC20-780-560-G

“based on observation, food containers are labeled but not dated.”

8VAC20-780-90-A

“Based on record review of 3 children's records, it was determined a written signed agreement between the parent and the center is not in each child's record. Evidence: 1. The Director was able to show documents for each enrolled child on the computer but the written agreement was not included. 2. The Director stated the parents are made aware of the parent handbook and policies but was not aware she needed a signature of acknowledgement.”

8VAC20-780-60-A

“Based on record review of 3 children's records, it was determined the center did not maintain documentation of health information required for one child. Evidence: 1. Child #2 has been enrolled in the center since November 28, 2022 and Child #2's file does not contain a physical examination record and does not contain an immunization record.”

8VAC20-780-340-C

“Based on interview and observation, it was determined that during the stated hours of operation, there has not always been on the premises when one or more children are present one staff member who meets the qualifications of a program leader or program director and an immediately available staff member. Evidence: 1. Upon arrival and contacting program, the center had to be contacted to allow entrance. The Director walked to the entrance with 3 children. The Director stated the other staff member was out on a lunch break and she was only one present. 2. The Director stated that there are some mornings that just one opens the center and did not realize two had to be in the facility when children are present as long as ratio is followed.”

8VAC20-780-330-B

“Based on observation, the Playground does not have sufficient fall zone under and around equipment or materials used. Evidence: 1. The monkey bars do not have sufficient resilient surfacing under the bars. 2. The logs situated around make shift sandbox are close together and close to the cement walkway. The logs closeness to each other does not encompass sufficient area to protect a child in the event of a fall off of the log and onto another wooden log.”

8VAC20-780-330-E

“Based on the observation of the sandbox play area that does not have drainage possibility, it was determined that the area is not covered when not in use. Evidence: 1. Sandbox area was open and no cover observed and there was a lot of debris on top and in the sand.”