Tuckaway-Harbor Child Development Center

8VAC20-790-600-D-2

“Repeat Based on a review of nine (9) staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure that two (2) staff had a current first aid certification appropriate to the ages of children in care. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #5 (employed: 07/23/2018) contained documentation of First aid that expired on 03/07/2024. The record of staff #6 (employed: 12/06/2021) contained documentation of first aid certification that expired on 03/07/2024. 2. The vendor acknowledged staff #5 and staff #6 did not have current first aid certification.”

8VAC20-790-600-D-1

“Repeat Based on a review of nine (9) staff records and interview, the vender did not ensure that two (2) staff had a current CPR certification appropriate to the ages of children in care. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #5 (employed: 07/23/2018) contained documentation of CPR certification that expired on 03/07/2024. The record of staff #6 (employed: 12/06/2021) contained documentation of CPR certification that expired on 03/07/2024. 2. The vendor acknowledged staff #5 and staff #6 did not have current CPR certification.”

8VAC20-780-470-A

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure outdoor swimming pools shall be kept locked when not in use. Evidence: The gate to the outdoor pool was closed but not locked. The inspector was able to pull the latch up and open the gate.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Repeat Based on observation, the center did not maintain areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: The wooden timbers lining the perimeter of the sandbox have splintered along the surface, are showing some rot and have pulled away from the alignment of the timbers posing a risk of snagging the skin of a child and/ or a tripping hazard”

8VAC20-780-160-C

“Based on review of staff records, the center did not obtain the results of a follow-up tuberculosis screening at least every two years from the date of the initial screening or testing for one staff member. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #9 contained a tuberculosis screening dated 02/28/2022, exceeding two years. 2. Administration acknowledged that a follow up tuberculosis screening had not been obtained.”

8VAC20-780-130-A

“Based on review of children’s record, the center did not obtain documentation that each child has received the immunizations required by the Tate Board of Health before the child can attend the center. Evidence: The record of child #5, enrolled 04/06/2024, contained documentation of immunizations dated 04/08/2024 exceeding the first date of enrollment.”

8VAC20-780-60-A

“Based on review children’s records, the center did not obtain all required information for each record. Evidence: 1. The on-line child enrollment form did not request information to allergies and intolerances to medication or any other substances, and actions to take in an emergency. The director stated the new on-line child enrollment form had been in use for approximately three months. 2. The record of child #1 did not include the parent’s employer, work numbers and addresses for two emergency contacts. 3. The record of child #2 did not include the employer and work number for one parent, and the address for the two emergency contacts. 4. The record of child #4, did not contain the address for one emergency contact.”

8VAC20-780-570-A

“Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure when a child is placed in an infant seat or highchair, the protective belt shall be fastened securely. Evidence: Eight bucket seats in a feeding table were observed in the infant room without protective belts. Each seat contained a cutout for the protective belts designed by the manufacturer. The director stated they had not had protective belts in the seats for as long as she could remember and that children used the table for feedings.”

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 upper playground, a play structure was observed with a chipped plastic coating that exposed a rusted area. On the lower playground, a deteriorated wooden border was observed which exposed 3 rusted metal rods. The rods posed a tripping hazard. 2. Administration acknowledged that the areas listed required maintenance.”

8VAC20-780-550-D

“Based on a review of documentation and interview, the center did not ensure to implement a monthly evacuation drill as required. Evidence: 1. An evacuation drill was not documented in January of 2024. 2. Administration stated that the drill had not been conducted.”

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 upper playground, a play structure was observed with a chipped plastic coating that exposed a rusted area. On the lower playground, a deteriorated wooden border was observed which exposed 3 rusted metal rods. The rods posed a tripping hazard. 2. Administration acknowledged that the areas listed required maintenance.”

8VAC20-780-550-D

“Based on a review of documentation and interview, the center did not ensure to implement a monthly evacuation drill as required. Evidence: 1. An evacuation drill was not documented in January of 2024. 2. Administration stated that the drill had not been conducted.”

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 upper playground, a play structure was observed with a chipped plastic coating that exposed a rusted area. On the lower playground, a deteriorated wooden border was observed which exposed 3 rusted metal rods. The rods posed a tripping hazard. 2. Administration acknowledged that the areas listed required maintenance.”

8VAC20-780-550-D

“Based on a review of documentation and interview, the center did not ensure to implement a monthly evacuation drill as required. Evidence: 1. An evacuation drill was not documented in January of 2024. 2. Administration stated that the drill had not been conducted.”

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. In the children's bathroom connecting the two (2) two year old classrooms, the area behind the toilets had damaged baseboards that were not sealed to the wall, exposing a crumbling and dirty surface. On the upper playground, a play structure was observed with a chipped plastic coating that exposed a rusted area. In the second building, a wooden cubby was observed with splintered wood. A build up of dirt and debris was observed in the school age classroom under the handwashing sinks. In the school age classroom, large areas of chipped and peeling paint were observed on the support beam and cubby areas. 2. Administration acknowledged that the areas listed required maintenance. Administration acknowledged that several of the areas noted were identified in the previous inspection and not corrected.”

8VAC20-770-60-C-2

“REPEAT VIOLATION Based on a review of six (6) staff records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain a central registry finding for one (1) staff by the end of the 30th day of employment as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #4 (date of employment: 4/13/2023) contained a central registry finding dated 7/21/2023. 2. Administration acknowledged that the central registry finding was received late.”

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. In the children's bathroom connecting the two (2) two year old classrooms, the area behind the toilets had damaged baseboards that were not sealed to the wall, exposing a crumbling and dirty surface. On the upper playground, a play structure was observed with a chipped plastic coating that exposed a rusted area. In the second building, a wooden cubby was observed with splintered wood. A build up of dirt and debris was observed in the school age classroom under the handwashing sinks. In the school age classroom, large areas of chipped and peeling paint were observed on the support beam and cubby areas. 2. Administration acknowledged that the areas listed required maintenance. Administration acknowledged that several of the areas noted were identified in the previous inspection and not corrected.”

8VAC20-770-60-C-2

“REPEAT VIOLATION Based on a review of six (6) staff records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain a central registry finding for one (1) staff by the end of the 30th day of employment as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #4 (date of employment: 4/13/2023) contained a central registry finding dated 7/21/2023. 2. Administration acknowledged that the central registry finding was received late.”

8VAC20-790-600-F

“Based on a review of six (6) staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure that one (1) staff annually completed the department's health and safety update course as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1 (date of employment: 8/28/09) did not contain a 2022 health and safety update. 2. The vendor acknowledged that staff #1 had not annually completed the training.”

8VAC20-790-600-D-1

“Based on a review of six (6) staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure that two (2) staff had a current CPR certification appropriate to the ages of children in care. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1 (date of employment: 8/28/2009) contained an expired certification. The record of staff #3 (date of employment: 9/12/2022) did not contain a current CPR certification within 90 days of employment. 2. The vendor acknowledged that the two staff were not CPR certified.”

8VAC20-790-600-D-2

“Based on a review of six (6) staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure that two (2) staff had a current first aid certification appropriate to the ages of children in care. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1 (date of employment: 8/28/2009) contained an expired certification. The record of staff #3 (date of employment: 9/12/2022) did not contain a current first aid certification within 90 days of employment. 2. The vendor acknowledged that the two staff were not first aid certified.”

22.1-289.035-B-2

“Based on a review of six (6) staff records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain a fingerprint background check for one (1) staff prior to the first date of employment as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #5 (date of employment: 2/20/2023) contained a fingerprint background check dated 2/24/2023. 2. Administration acknowledged that the staff member started employment and training prior to the receipt of the fingerprint background check.”

8VAC20-770-60-C-2

“Based on a review of six (6) staff records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain a central registry finding for one (1) staff by the end of the 30th day of employment as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #3 (date of employment: 9/12/2022) contained a central registry finding dated 2/24/2023. 2. Administration acknowledged that the central registry finding was received late.”

8VAC20-780-160-A

“Based on a review of six (6) staff records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening for four (4) staff at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (date of employment: 2/6/2023) contained a TB screening dated 3/1/23. The record of staff #3 (date of employment: 9/12/2022) contained a TB screening dated 2/23/2023. The record of staff #4 (date of employment: 2/20/2023) contained a TB screening dated 2/23/2023. The record of staff #5 (date of employment: 2/20/2023) contained a TB screening dated 2/23/2023. 2. Administration acknowledged that the TB screenings were submitted after the start of employment for the four (4) staff.”

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. Chipped rubber baseboards with rough edges were observed in four (4) classrooms. In the children's bathroom connecting the two (2) two year old classrooms, the area behind the toilets had damaged baseboards that were not sealed to the wall, exposing a crumbling and dirty surface. On the upper playground, a play structure was observed with a chipped plastic coating that exposed a rusted area. Large plastic building blocks were observed that were cracked and broken. In the outdoor wooden pavilion, areas of chipped and splintered wood were observed. On the preschool playground, the swings were observed to have a plastic coating on the seatbelts that were chipped and exposed rusting metal. On the lower playground, rust was observed on a merry-go-round. 2. Administration acknowledged that the areas listed required maintenance.”

8VAC20-790-600-F

“Based on a review of six (6) staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure that one (1) staff annually completed the department's health and safety update course as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1 (date of employment: 8/28/09) did not contain a 2022 health and safety update. 2. The vendor acknowledged that staff #1 had not annually completed the training.”

8VAC20-790-600-D-1

“Based on a review of six (6) staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure that two (2) staff had a current CPR certification appropriate to the ages of children in care. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1 (date of employment: 8/28/2009) contained an expired certification. The record of staff #3 (date of employment: 9/12/2022) did not contain a current CPR certification within 90 days of employment. 2. The vendor acknowledged that the two staff were not CPR certified.”

8VAC20-790-600-D-2

“Based on a review of six (6) staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure that two (2) staff had a current first aid certification appropriate to the ages of children in care. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1 (date of employment: 8/28/2009) contained an expired certification. The record of staff #3 (date of employment: 9/12/2022) did not contain a current first aid certification within 90 days of employment. 2. The vendor acknowledged that the two staff were not first aid certified.”

22.1-289.035-B-2

“Based on a review of six (6) staff records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain a fingerprint background check for one (1) staff prior to the first date of employment as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #5 (date of employment: 2/20/2023) contained a fingerprint background check dated 2/24/2023. 2. Administration acknowledged that the staff member started employment and training prior to the receipt of the fingerprint background check.”

8VAC20-770-60-C-2

“Based on a review of six (6) staff records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain a central registry finding for one (1) staff by the end of the 30th day of employment as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #3 (date of employment: 9/12/2022) contained a central registry finding dated 2/24/2023. 2. Administration acknowledged that the central registry finding was received late.”

8VAC20-780-160-A

“Based on a review of six (6) staff records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening for four (4) staff at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (date of employment: 2/6/2023) contained a TB screening dated 3/1/23. The record of staff #3 (date of employment: 9/12/2022) contained a TB screening dated 2/23/2023. The record of staff #4 (date of employment: 2/20/2023) contained a TB screening dated 2/23/2023. The record of staff #5 (date of employment: 2/20/2023) contained a TB screening dated 2/23/2023. 2. Administration acknowledged that the TB screenings were submitted after the start of employment for the four (4) staff.”

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. Chipped rubber baseboards with rough edges were observed in four (4) classrooms. In the children's bathroom connecting the two (2) two year old classrooms, the area behind the toilets had damaged baseboards that were not sealed to the wall, exposing a crumbling and dirty surface. On the upper playground, a play structure was observed with a chipped plastic coating that exposed a rusted area. Large plastic building blocks were observed that were cracked and broken. In the outdoor wooden pavilion, areas of chipped and splintered wood were observed. On the preschool playground, the swings were observed to have a plastic coating on the seatbelts that were chipped and exposed rusting metal. On the lower playground, rust was observed on a merry-go-round. 2. Administration acknowledged that the areas listed required maintenance.”

8VAC20-790-600-D-1

“Based on record review and interview, the vendor did not ensure 1 staff had current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #8 (date of employment: 7/31/2018) contained a CPR certification that expired in July of 2022. 2. Administration acknowledged that the certification was not current.”

8VAC20-790-600-F

“Based on record review and interview, the vendor did not ensure 1 staff had annually completed the department's health and safety update course as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #8 (date of employment: 7/31/2018) contained the department's health and safety update course dated 08/20/2019. 2. Administration acknowledged that the staff had not completed the course annually as required.”

8VAC20-790-600-D-2

“Based on record review and interview, the vendor did not ensure 1 staff had current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #8 (date of employment: 7/31/2018) contained a first aid certification that expired in July of 2022. 2. Administration acknowledged that the certification was not current.”

8VAC20-780-240-A

“Based on a review of staff records and interview, the center did not ensure that the Virginia Department of Education-sponsored orientation course was completed within 90 calendar days of employment for 3 staff as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #2 (date of employment: 2/21/2022) did not contain the department sponsored orientation certificate. The record of staff #3 (date of employment: 03/30/2022) contained a department sponsored orientation certificate dated 08/12/2022. The record of staff #6 (date of employment: 04/15/2022) did not contain the department sponsored orientation certificate. 2. Administration acknowledged that the course was not completed within the required time frame for the 3 staff.”

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. On the playground, three metal playground equipment structures were observed that contained areas of chipped paint and rust. A wooden fence had posts that had separated from the support beams, exposing approximately 17 nails. A metal chain linked fence was observed that had two panels that had come loose from the support. The areas contained rust and had sharp points that could snag or entangle skin. A drop zone was observed along the playground side walk of approximately 4-9 inches that could pose a tripping hazard. 2. In the two year old classroom, areas of rubber baseboard were observed that were chipping to expose sharp edges. In the two year old bathroom, areas of the baseboard were loose from the wall along with areas of rust. 3. Administration acknowledged that the areas required maintenance.”

8VAC20-780-160-A

“Based on a review of staff records and interview, the center did not ensure that each staff member submitted documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1 (date of employment:02/15/2022) contained a TB screening dated 02/28/2022. 2. Administration acknowledged that the TB screening was submitted after employment.”

8VAC20-790-600-D-1

“Based on record review and interview, the vendor did not ensure 1 staff had current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #8 (date of employment: 7/31/2018) contained a CPR certification that expired in July of 2022. 2. Administration acknowledged that the certification was not current.”

8VAC20-790-600-F

“Based on record review and interview, the vendor did not ensure 1 staff had annually completed the department's health and safety update course as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #8 (date of employment: 7/31/2018) contained the department's health and safety update course dated 08/20/2019. 2. Administration acknowledged that the staff had not completed the course annually as required.”

8VAC20-790-600-D-2

“Based on record review and interview, the vendor did not ensure 1 staff had current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #8 (date of employment: 7/31/2018) contained a first aid certification that expired in July of 2022. 2. Administration acknowledged that the certification was not current.”

8VAC20-780-240-A

“Based on a review of staff records and interview, the center did not ensure that the Virginia Department of Education-sponsored orientation course was completed within 90 calendar days of employment for 3 staff as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #2 (date of employment: 2/21/2022) did not contain the department sponsored orientation certificate. The record of staff #3 (date of employment: 03/30/2022) contained a department sponsored orientation certificate dated 08/12/2022. The record of staff #6 (date of employment: 04/15/2022) did not contain the department sponsored orientation certificate. 2. Administration acknowledged that the course was not completed within the required time frame for the 3 staff.”

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. On the playground, three metal playground equipment structures were observed that contained areas of chipped paint and rust. A wooden fence had posts that had separated from the support beams, exposing approximately 17 nails. A metal chain linked fence was observed that had two panels that had come loose from the support. The areas contained rust and had sharp points that could snag or entangle skin. A drop zone was observed along the playground side walk of approximately 4-9 inches that could pose a tripping hazard. 2. In the two year old classroom, areas of rubber baseboard were observed that were chipping to expose sharp edges. In the two year old bathroom, areas of the baseboard were loose from the wall along with areas of rust. 3. Administration acknowledged that the areas required maintenance.”

8VAC20-780-160-A

“Based on a review of staff records and interview, the center did not ensure that each staff member submitted documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1 (date of employment:02/15/2022) contained a TB screening dated 02/28/2022. 2. Administration acknowledged that the TB screening was submitted after employment.”

8VAC20-790-600-D-1

“Based on record review and interview, the vendor did not ensure 2 staff had current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care within 90 days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1 (DOH: 9/30/2021) and staff #2 (DOH:10/26/2021) did not contain current CPR certification. 2. Administration acknowledged that the certification had not been obtained.”

8VAC20-790-600-D-2

“Based on record review and interview, the vendor did not ensure 2 staff had current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care within 90 days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1 (DOH: 9/30/2021) and staff #2 (DOH:10/26/2021) did not contain current first aid certification. 2. Administration acknowledged that the certification had not been obtained.”

8VAC20-780-240-A

“Based on record review and interview, the center did not ensure the Virginia Department of Education-sponsored orientation course was completed within 90 calendar days of employment for one staff. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #2 (DOH: 10/26/2021) contained the department's sponsored orientation course dated 3/1/2022. 2. Administration acknowledged that the orientation was completed after the 90 days.”

8VAC20-780-160-A-1

“Based on record review and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening for one staff at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #3 (DOH: 12/6/2021) contained a tuberculosis screening dated 2/28/2022. 2. Administration acknowledged that the screening was received late.”

8VAC20-790-600-D-1

“Based on record review and interview, the vendor did not ensure 2 staff had current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care within 90 days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1 (DOH: 9/30/2021) and staff #2 (DOH:10/26/2021) did not contain current CPR certification. 2. Administration acknowledged that the certification had not been obtained.”

8VAC20-790-600-D-2

“Based on record review and interview, the vendor did not ensure 2 staff had current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care within 90 days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1 (DOH: 9/30/2021) and staff #2 (DOH:10/26/2021) did not contain current first aid certification. 2. Administration acknowledged that the certification had not been obtained.”

8VAC20-780-240-A

“Based on record review and interview, the center did not ensure the Virginia Department of Education-sponsored orientation course was completed within 90 calendar days of employment for one staff. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #2 (DOH: 10/26/2021) contained the department's sponsored orientation course dated 3/1/2022. 2. Administration acknowledged that the orientation was completed after the 90 days.”

8VAC20-780-160-A-1

“Based on record review and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening for one staff at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #3 (DOH: 12/6/2021) contained a tuberculosis screening dated 2/28/2022. 2. Administration acknowledged that the screening was received late.”