Springfield KinderCare

8VAC20-780-160-A

“The center is required to obtain documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children, and shall have been completed within the last 30 days prior to employment. Staff #4 had a TB screening that was dated over 90 days prior to their first date of employment. Staff #5 had a TB test dated over one week after their first date of employment.”

8VAC20-780-500-A

“Staff and children's hands shall be washed with soap and running water after diapering. A teacher in the two year old classroom was observed changing a child's diaper, and then allowing the child to go lay on their cot without washing their hands. The teacher was also observed tending to other duties without first washing their hands as well.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. The changing tables in both the infants and toddler classrooms had locking mechanisms on their cabinet door to prevent access to cleaning materials, however the locking mechanisms were broken.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Cleaning materials were found in a low cabinet under the changing table that was not locked.”

22.1-289.035-B-4

“The center is required to obtain background checks from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Staff #4, employed for over 3 years, did not have documentation of requesting a sex offender check from a state in which they previously resided in the preceding 5 years.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Cleaning materials were found in a low cabinet under the changing table that was not locked.”

22.1-289.035-B-4

“The center is required to obtain background checks from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Staff #4, employed for over 3 years, did not have documentation of requesting a sex offender check from a state in which they previously resided in the preceding 5 years.”

8VAC20-780-80-B-2

“Based on record review and staff interviews, the center did not inform the department's representative within two business days, of an injury to a child that occurred while under the supervision of the center, that required outside medical attention. Evidence: Child #1 was injured while in the center's care on 9/4/2024. The center was notified of the result of the injury on 9/5/2024, however the department was not notified until 9/9/2024.”

8VAC20-780-50-A

“Based on observation, child record was not treated confidentially. Evidence: 1. There was an accident report in a black box sitting on the counter in the 2's classroom with child information.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place that prevents access by children. Evidence: There was a bottle of hand sanitizer on the counter in the 2's classroom.”

8VAC20-780-550-P

“Based on record review, required information was not documented on written record for children's injuries. Evidence: 1. 1 of 8 child accident reports did not contain Action to prevent reoccurrence.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, areas and equipment were not maintained in a clean and safe method. Evidence: 1. Sofa and chair in preschool class room were ripped. 2. Green ride on plastic see saw was cracked at the base 3. Gate on playground was not latching during inspection.”

8VAC20-780-50-A

“Based on observation, child record was not treated confidentially. Evidence: 1. There was an accident report in a black box sitting on the counter in the 2's classroom with child information.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place that prevents access by children. Evidence: There was a bottle of hand sanitizer on the counter in the 2's classroom.”

8VAC20-780-550-P

“Based on record review, required information was not documented on written record for children's injuries. Evidence: 1. 1 of 8 child accident reports did not contain Action to prevent reoccurrence.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, areas and equipment were not maintained in a clean and safe method. Evidence: 1. Sofa and chair in preschool class room were ripped. 2. Green ride on plastic see saw was cracked at the base 3. Gate on playground was not latching during inspection.”

8VAC20-780-500-A

“Based on observation, children's hands were not washed after contact with urine. Evidence: A child in the preschool classroom had a potty accident on the playground while doing head counts. The child came into the classroom and waited while walking around the classroom for their turn to use the bathroom and change.”

8VAC20-780-50-A

“Based on observation, child information was not kept confidential. Evidence: The allergy list with identifying student information and action plan was posted taped to a cabinet in the classroom without a cover sheet.”

8VAC20-780-60-A

“Based upon record review, required child information was incomplete. Evidence: Child A's record is missing parent work contact information. Child B's record is missing parent work contact information. Child c's record is missing parent work contact information.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, areas and equipment were not maintained in clean and safe condition. Evidence: Infant classroom - There was peeling paint in window area by the kitchen area. Playground- There were square holes next to fence posts that had been replaced that were located in the path of the sidewalk that pose a tripping hazard. There were metal wires that are exposed on the utility box on the playground wall.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place to prevent access by children. Evidence: In classroom 3A cleaning products were observed in in unlocked cabinet above the sink.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place to prevent access by children. Evidence: In classroom 3A cleaning products were observed in in unlocked cabinet above the sink.”

8VAC20-780-500-A

“Based on observation, children's hands were not washed after contact with urine. Evidence: A child in the preschool classroom had a potty accident on the playground while doing head counts. The child came into the classroom and waited while walking around the classroom for their turn to use the bathroom and change.”

8VAC20-780-500-A

“Based on observation, children's hands were not washed after contact with urine. Evidence: A child in the preschool classroom had a potty accident on the playground while doing head counts. The child came into the classroom and waited while walking around the classroom for their turn to use the bathroom and change.”

8VAC20-780-50-A

“Based on observation, child information was not kept confidential. Evidence: The allergy list with identifying student information and action plan was posted taped to a cabinet in the classroom without a cover sheet.”

8VAC20-780-60-A

“Based upon record review, required child information was incomplete. Evidence: Child A's record is missing parent work contact information. Child B's record is missing parent work contact information. Child c's record is missing parent work contact information.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, areas and equipment were not maintained in clean and safe condition. Evidence: Infant classroom - There was peeling paint in window area by the kitchen area. Playground- There were square holes next to fence posts that had been replaced that were located in the path of the sidewalk that pose a tripping hazard. There were metal wires that are exposed on the utility box on the playground wall.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place to prevent access by children. Evidence: In classroom 3A cleaning products were observed in in unlocked cabinet above the sink.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place to prevent access by children. Evidence: In classroom 3A cleaning products were observed in in unlocked cabinet above the sink.”

8VAC20-780-500-A

“Based on observation, children's hands were not washed after contact with urine. Evidence: A child in the preschool classroom had a potty accident on the playground while doing head counts. The child came into the classroom and waited while walking around the classroom for their turn to use the bathroom and change.”

8VAC20-780-560-P

“Based on interview, a child diagnosed with a food allergy was served a food identified on their written allergy are plan. Evidence : Staff #1 stated that on 1/11/2023, Child #1 (age 2-years) was served approximately 4 butter crackers for snack. Child #1 has a diagnosed food allergy and the center was provided with an allergy action plan. Child #1 had a serve allergic reaction to the crackers that were served.”

8VAC20-780-340-A

“Based on interview, when supervising children, staff did not always ensure care, protection and guidance. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 confirmed that on 1/11/2023, Child #1 (age 2-years) was served 4 butter crackers at snack time, exposing the child to an allergen. Staff #1 did not verify Child #1?s allergens listed on the center allergy list before serving Child #1 crackers. 2. After being picked up from care, Child #1 suffered an allergic reaction and had to be administered Benadryl and then taken to the emergency room for an epinephrine injection.”

8VAC20-780-40-E

“Based on interview and a review of the center’s policies and procedures, the licensee did not ensure that the center’s activities, services, and facilities are maintained in compliance with these standards, the center’s own policies and procedures that are required by these standards, and the terms issued by the department. Evidence: 1. The center’s allergy policy states ?Every KU center may have children and / or staff members with a variety of allergies. As a result, the following procedures are to be in place regarding allergy awareness and response: It is the responsibility of every staff member to monitor the center-wide allergy list and be aware of response requirements?. 2. Staff #1 confirmed that on 1/11/2023 at approximately 5:10 pm, Child #1 (age 2-years) was served approximately 4 crackers for snack, exposing Child #1 to an allergen. Staff #1 did not verify Child #1?s allergens listed on the center allergy list before serving Child #1 crackers. Child #1 suffered a severe allergic reaction.”

8VAC20-780-550-D

“Based on record review and interview with the director, the facility did not implement a monthly practice fire drill. Evidence: The log showed the last fire drill conducted was in February. The director said they forgot to do one in March.”