Rising Stars

8VAC20-780-570-A

“Based on observation, a protective belt was not fastened securely when a child was placed in a high chair. Evidence: A child was sitting a table in the older infant classroom and was not securely fastened with the protective belt.”

8VAC20-780-550-G

“Based on observation, the center did not maintain documentation of emergency evacuation that included the required information. Evidence: An emergency drill log reviewed at the center did not include the number of staff participating, the number of children participating, problems encountered, and weather conditions as necessary.”

8VAC20-780-520-A

“Based on observation, over-the-counter skin products were kept beyond the expiration date of the product. Evidence: An expired diaper cream was located in the older toddler classroom. Diaper cream expired 3/2024.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place that prevents access by children. Evidence: Dish soap labeled ?keep out of reach of children? was accessible to children in the older infant classroom.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, areas of the center were not maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: An area of peeling paint was located outside of the children’s bathroom area.”

8VAC20-780-560-F

“Based on observation, the center did not follow age-appropriate nutritional requirements of the USDA. Evidence: The posted menu did not include a fruit option for lunches.”

8VAC20-780-500-B

“Based on observation disposable diapers were not disposed in a storage system that was either foot-pedal or used in such a way that neither the staff member's hand nor the soiled diaper touches an exterior surface of the storage system during disposal. Evidence The trash can located in bathroom B had soiled disposable diapers in it and could be opened without using your hand or the diaper touching the top of the trash can.”

8VAC20-780-500-B

“Based on observation disposable diapers were not disposed in a storage system that was either foot-pedal or used in such a way that neither the staff member's hand nor the soiled diaper touches an exterior surface of the storage system during disposal. Evidence The trash can located in bathroom B had soiled disposable diapers in it and could be opened without using your hand or the diaper touching the top of the trash can.”

8VAC20-780-520-A

“Based on observation, over the counter skin products were kept beyond the expiration date of the product. Evidence Diaper cream that expired 2/2022 was located in Bathroom B.”

22.1-289.036-B-2

“Based on review of staff records, one record does not contain documentation of submission of fingerprinting every five years. Evidence Board member #1 does not contain documentation of submission of fingerprinting every five years. Current documentation of fingerprint submission expired 3/6/2023.”

8VAC20-780-520-A

“Based on observation, over the counter skin products were kept beyond the expiration date of the product. Evidence Diaper cream that expired 2/2022 was located in Bathroom B.”

22.1-289.036-B-2

“Based on review of staff records, one record does not contain documentation of submission of fingerprinting every five years. Evidence Board member #1 does not contain documentation of submission of fingerprinting every five years. Current documentation of fingerprint submission expired 3/6/2023.”

8VAC20-780-500-A

“Based on observation, staff and a child's hands were not washed with soap and running water. after toileting. Evidence The inspector observed, after toileting (diaper change) a child's hands were not washed with soap and running water in the Toddler room. The inspector observed, after assisting a child with toileting (diaper change) staff #1 washed their hands with water and no soap was used.”

8VAC20-780-500-B

“Based on observation, the diapering surface was not cleaned with soap and at least room temperature water and sanitized after each use. The diapering area did not have soap and disposable towels. Evidence Observed by the inspector, the diapering surface was not cleaned with soap and room temperature and sanitized after a diaper change in the Toddler room. Soap and disposable towels were not available in the diapering area in the Infant room.”

8VAC20-780-500-A

“Based on observation, staff and a child's hands were not washed with soap and running water. after toileting. Evidence The inspector observed, after toileting (diaper change) a child's hands were not washed with soap and running water in the Toddler room. The inspector observed, after assisting a child with toileting (diaper change) staff #1 washed their hands with water and no soap was used.”

8VAC20-780-500-B

“Based on observation, the diapering surface was not cleaned with soap and at least room temperature water and sanitized after each use. The diapering area did not have soap and disposable towels. Evidence Observed by the inspector, the diapering surface was not cleaned with soap and room temperature and sanitized after a diaper change in the Toddler room. Soap and disposable towels were not available in the diapering area in the Infant room.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence The closest in the hallway, which contained hazardous materials-cleaning materials, was not locked making there cleaning materials accessible to children.”

8VAC20-780-550-P

“Based on review of written record of children's serious and minor injuries, the record does not include the name of the parent notified of the occurrence. Evidence The current written record of children's serious and minor injuries does not include the name of the parent who was notified of the occurrence.”

8VAC20-780-500-B

“Based on observation, staff did not dispose of soiled diapers in a leakproof or plastic-lined storage system that is either foot-operated or used in such a way that neither the staff member's hand nor the soiled diaper touches an exterior surface of the storage system during disposal. The diapering surface was not being cleaned with soap and at least room temperature water and sanitized after each use. Evidence Staff was observed disposing of a soiled diaper in a leakproof storage system. Staff used their hand to remove the lid to dispose of the diaper. Staff was observed spraying the diapering surface with a solution of bleach and water after a diaper change. The procedure to following is to spray or dip with a solution of soap and water to clean the surface, pat it dry, spray or dip with a solution of bleach and water and allow to air dry.”

8VAC20-780-570-E

“Based on observation, not all bottles in the refrigerator were not labeled with child's full name and current date. Evidence One bottle located in the refrigerator in the infant room, was not labeled with child's full name and current date.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence The closest in the hallway, which contained hazardous materials-cleaning materials, was not locked making there cleaning materials accessible to children.”

8VAC20-780-550-P

“Based on review of written record of children's serious and minor injuries, the record does not include the name of the parent notified of the occurrence. Evidence The current written record of children's serious and minor injuries does not include the name of the parent who was notified of the occurrence.”

8VAC20-780-500-B

“Based on observation, staff did not dispose of soiled diapers in a leakproof or plastic-lined storage system that is either foot-operated or used in such a way that neither the staff member's hand nor the soiled diaper touches an exterior surface of the storage system during disposal. The diapering surface was not being cleaned with soap and at least room temperature water and sanitized after each use. Evidence Staff was observed disposing of a soiled diaper in a leakproof storage system. Staff used their hand to remove the lid to dispose of the diaper. Staff was observed spraying the diapering surface with a solution of bleach and water after a diaper change. The procedure to following is to spray or dip with a solution of soap and water to clean the surface, pat it dry, spray or dip with a solution of bleach and water and allow to air dry.”

8VAC20-780-570-E

“Based on observation, not all bottles in the refrigerator were not labeled with child's full name and current date. Evidence One bottle located in the refrigerator in the infant room, was not labeled with child's full name and current date.”

8VAC20-780-340-A

“Based on interviews and photographic evidence, staff supervising children, did not always ensure their care, protection, and guidance. Evidence 1) Staff #1, Staff #2, and Staff #3 confirmed that on March 8, 2022: A) At approximately 2:58 p.m., Child #1, (17 months old), while in the care of the center received burns to the skin on their upper and lower left arm. Child #1 received the burns from their contact with hot water, which was stored by staff in a vessel located on the table in the area where bottles are prepared. B) The child was transported by ambulance to a medical care facility for treatment of the burns received. 2) The parent representative confirmed that on March 8, 2022: A) At approximately 3:03 p.m., the parent of Child #1 was contacted by Staff #2 and was informed that while Child #1 was in the care of the center, they had received burns to the skin on their left arm from hot water contacting their skin. B) The parent arrived at the center and called the Emergency number 911 at approximately 3:40 p.m. to seek medical assistance for the burn injury Child #1 received. C) Child #1 was transported by ambulance to a local medical care facility for treatment of the burns received.”

8VAC20-780-80-B-2

“Based on interviews and photographic evidence, it was determined the center did not inform the department's representative as soon as practicable , but not to exceed two business days, of any injury to a child that occurred while the child was under the supervision of the center and required outside medical attention. Evidence 1. On March 8, 2022 at approximately 2:58 pm, a child under the supervision of the center, child #1 (17 months old) received burns to the skin from hot water that spilled onto their lower and upper left arm. 2. After 911 was called, the ambulance arrived at the center and transported the child to a local hospital. 3. The center never informed the department's representative of the injury within the required timeframe.”