WV Early Learning Academy at the Capitol

That the surface of the play area in an equipment use zone complies with the current Consumer Product Safety Commission's publication entitled "Public Playground Safety Handbook," publication # 325, sections 2.4. et seq. and 5.3. et seq. A licensee whose outdoor space was approved prior to July 1, 2014, and who remains in compliance with the previous rule, and who does not undergo renovation or relocation of the outdoor space, has until July 1, 2018, to comply with the current requirements.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-04-08, ended 2026-05-14). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-03-31). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

A tuberculosis risk assessment that is repeated annually or a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method, if a screening is indicated by the tuberculosis risk assessment.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-04-08, ended 2026-05-14). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-05-04). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

A center shall secure from the employee a recent health assessment performed not more than 90 days prior to the date hired for the employee and signed by a licensed health care provider. The health assessment shall be on file no later than 30 days from the first date of employment. A health assessment for a volunteer shall be on file if the volunteer is scheduled to work at least 40 hours per month in the center. The health assessment shall include:

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-04-08, ended 2026-05-14). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-05-04). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

Has a personally labeled toothbrush with bristles in good condition, that is stored in a sanitary manner so that it does not touch another toothbrush and that its bristles are exposed to the air to dry;

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-04-08, ended 2026-05-14). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-05-14). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

A tuberculosis risk assessment that is repeated annually or a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method, if a screening is indicated by the tuberculosis risk assessment.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-24, ended 2025-10-06). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-11-03). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

A center shall provide each new staff member with a notification letter that includes his or her effective date of hire, position title, qualifications, duties and responsibilities at the time of hiring.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-24, ended 2025-10-06). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-08-01). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

Staff members and children shall wash their hands with soap and warm, running water for at least 20 seconds:

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-24, ended 2025-10-06). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-10-06). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

A current job description;

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-24, ended 2025-10-06). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-07-15). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

A center shall secure from the employee a recent health assessment performed not more than 90 days prior to the date hired for the employee and signed by a licensed health care provider. The health assessment shall be on file no later than 30 days from the first date of employment. A health assessment for a volunteer shall be on file if the volunteer is scheduled to work at least 40 hours per month in the center. The health assessment shall include:

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-24, ended 2025-10-06). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-11-03). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

Plastic bags, latex gloves and Styrofoam objects are not accessible to the child less than four years of age, and that balloons are completely prohibited in a center that serves children less than school age.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-24, ended 2025-10-06). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-06-11). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

Are in good repair and free of sharp points or corners, pinch or crush points, splinters, protruding nails or bolts, loose rusty parts, hazardous small parts that may be swallowed, identified poisons or paint that contains lead, and are regularly inspected by staff for potential hazards;

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-24, ended 2025-10-06). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-10-01). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

On all staff at least once a year; and

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-24, ended 2025-10-06). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-10-01). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

A verification of the staff member's education and qualifications.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-24, ended 2025-10-06). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-10-01). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

All qualified staff shall apply for credentialing on the WV STARS Career Pathway.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-24, ended 2025-10-06). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-07-15). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

A search shall be done of the state-based child and adult abuse and neglect registries and protective services databases in each state where the staff member or volunteer resided during the preceding five years. The same search shall be done in the state where the staff member or volunteer currently resides, and shall be repeated every five years.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-24, ended 2025-10-06). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-07-15). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

A container, shelf, or cupboard that is inaccessible to children but permits staff to reach supplies, such as clean diapers, without leaving a child unattended;

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-24, ended 2025-10-06). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-10-01). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

A container, shelf, or cupboard that is inaccessible to children but permits staff to reach supplies, such as clean diapers, without leaving a child unattended;

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-24, ended 2025-10-06). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

Products containing potentially hazardous chemicals, including identified poisons, medications, certain cleaning supplies, and art supplies, not clearly labeled as "nontoxic," are inaccessible to the children in a locked cabinet away from food, and when possible, stored in their original containers and never in containers originally designed for food; and

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-24, ended 2025-10-06). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-10-01). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).