Sep 17, 2025
3 demerits
· 3 violations
#5 · Food properly stored, thawed, prepared, cooked, cooled, handled, served, transported, packaged and identified; only supervised children in kitchen; water from a handwash lavatory not consumed or used for bottle warming:. 2804, .2806, .2808, .2836
Observed lunch bag missing label in classroom refrigerator. Added during the inspection. GENERAL COMMENT
**15A NCAC 18A .2804 (k) Lunches, snacks, and other meals that a child brings from home to the child care center shall be labeled with the date on which the food is brought to the child care center and the name of the child to whom the food belongs at the child's home and shall be returned to the child's home or discarded at the end of each day.
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836
Observed staining in the interior of the toilet bowl in room B1. Needs to be cleaned. GENERAL COMMENT
**15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#48 · Pest control; premises free of conditions that harbor or attract pests: .2831, .2832 −3
Observed droppings in the cabinets.
**15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b). (b) Pests shall be excluded from the child care center. Traps set for pests shall only be placed in areas that are inaccessible to children.
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Mar 25, 2025
4 demerits
· 2 violations
#4 · Potentially hazardous foods meet storage and holding temperatures; bottles, lunches refrigerated at 45º F or below: .2804, .2806, .2808, .2836
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2804 (d) Formula and other beverages that require refrigeration, baby food that has been opened, and human milk shall be labeled with the name of the child to whom the beverage, baby food, or milk belongs and shall be refrigerated at 45 degrees Fahrenheit or below.
Observed milk in refrigerator in B1. Refrigerator was reading at 50F in both B1 and B3. EHS took a temperature of the milk which is 45F. EHS and staff made sure refrigerators were on the coldest setting. Staff will check refrigerator temperatures again in the morning. Staff stated the refrigerators are new.
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. Observed hot water at handsinks at 70-72F. Needs to be 80-110F.
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Oct 8, 2024
3 demerits
· 4 violations
#20 · No identified lead poisoning hazards in accordance with NCGS 130A-131.7(7): .2816
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2816 (b) (1) Child care operators, as defined under G.S. 110-86(7), shall test, once every three years, all water outlets used for drinking or food preparation. Samples shall also be collected and tested within 30 calendar days of completion of any renovations or repairs that may impact the facility's drinking water infrastructure, such as repair or replacement of all or part of drinking water service lines or faucets, at impacted outlets. The operator shall provide documentation of testing results for review by the Department during each unannounced routine sanitation inspection.
Facility has begun sampling and testing. Website for Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids states that there were errors with many of the samples. Needs to be resolved.
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed liquid whiteout stored in unlocked drawer in classroom 1. Needs to be locked.
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (c). Non-aerosol sanitizing solutions, approved disinfectants, detergent solutions, hand antiseptics, and hand lotions shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use by storing the items 5 ft above the floor or behind lock and key. Observed lotion stored less than 5ft up at teacher desk in classroom B3. Needs to be stored 5ft above the floor or locked.
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836
15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a) Toys, equipment, furniture, and any other items accessible to the children shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed counter separating below paper-towel dispenser. Needs repair.
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Apr 16, 2024
4 demerits
· 2 violations
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. Observed hot water only reaching 71-73F. Needs to be 80-110F.
#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836
15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a). In child care centers, beds, cribs, cots, mats, and play pens shall be kept clean and in good repair, stored to prevent contamination, and cleaned and sanitized between users. Observed tears in mats in both classrooms. Teacher stated new mats have been ordered.
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Oct 30, 2023
3 demerits
· 2 violations
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820
No points deducted.
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b).Keys used to access hazardous item storage must be out of reach of children (5 ft above the floor) and stored separately from lock. Observed key in lock for hazardous item storage in classroom 1. Needs to be stored separately from the lock.
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (c). Non-aerosol sanitizing solutions, approved disinfectants, detergent solutions, hand antiseptics, and hand lotions shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use by storing the items 5 ft above the floor or behind lock and key. Observed hand sanitizer, in emergency bags, in both classrooms and sanitizing wipes in classroom 1 stored less than 5ft up. Needs to be stored inaccessible to children either locked away or 5ft above the floor.
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Jan 31, 2020
13 demerits
· 3 violations
#27 · Free of storage and in good repair; cleaning and disinfecting solutions labeled; approved diapering methods used; diaper changing and handwashing signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −4
Re-label soapy water bottle in B1.
All cleaning and disinfectant solutions shall be properly labeled (i.e. soapy water, disinfectant). 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2820 (c ).
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820 −6
Observed spray air freshener and space freshenser with liquid stored in unlocked cabinet in B3. Repeat violation general commented on inspection from 9/11/19. Observed cabinet not securely closed. Pulled on cabinet and doors opened. Relocked cabinet and secured.
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3
Observed hand sanitizer stored on shelf less than 5 ft in B3.
Approved non-hazardous products must be stored 5 ft above the floor or behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b), (c ) and (d).
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Sep 11, 2019
7 demerits
· 2 violations
#27 · Free of storage and in good repair; cleaning and disinfecting solutions labeled; approved diapering methods used; diaper changing and handwashing signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −4
Re-label soapy spray bottle in B1.
All cleaning and disinfectant solutions shall be properly labeled (i.e. soapy water, disinfectant). 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2820 (c ).
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3
Observed hand sanitizer and hand lotions stored less than 5 ft in both classrooms.
Approved non-hazardous products must be stored 5 ft above the floor or behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b), (c ) and (d).
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Oct 24, 2018
8 demerits
· 2 violations
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4
Observed sand and debris in hand sink in B3. Clean as needed.
Keep handwashing sinks clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a).
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed small blue couch torn/peeling in areas in B1.
Toys, equipment, furniture, and any other items accessible to the children shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a), (b).
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May 3, 2018
8 demerits
· 2 violations
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Toys, equipment, furniture, and any other items accessible to the children shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a), (b).Observed tape residue on wooden cubbies in both pre-K rooms; Observed handles on vertical cabinets very loose in need of repair in both rooms.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed throw rugs stained in need of cleaning.
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Oct 18, 2017
11 demerits
· 3 violations
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
Observed water temperature in boys and girls bathroom in hallway between office and media center 66F. Water temperature shall be 80F-110F.
Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at hand washing sinks accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e).
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4
Repair toilet in boys bathroom on hall between office and media center. Repair or replace damaged stall fixtures in both boys and girls bathroom on hall between office and media center. Repair hand washing sink in girls bathroom heading out to the bus parking lot. Clean base of toilets in bathrooms within B1 and B3 classroom. Clean area around faucet fixture on hand washing sinks in both classroom and bathrooms within classrooms. Repair spring loaded faucet faucet fixture on hand washing sink in bathroom with short run time. Spring loaded faucet fixtures shall operate for at least fifteen seconds. Provide properly mixed disinfectant in classrooms so hand washing sinks can be cleaned and disinfected between change of use of sink. Observed paint brushes washed out in hand washing sink and sink not cleaned and disinfected before child wash their hands. Toilets shall be cleaned and disinfected at least daily and when visibly soiled. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (b). Sinks shall be cleaned and disinfected at least daily, when visibly soiled, and when the designated use of the hand washing sink has been changed. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (c).
Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Keep hand washing sinks clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a).
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3
Observed hand sanitizer not properly stored in tutor/storage room. Store hand sanitizer five feet vertical distance out of reach of children.
Approved non-hazardous products must be stored 5 ft above the floor or behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b), (c ) and (d).
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Feb 22, 2017
14 demerits
· 4 violations
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
Observed water temperature reach 115F at hand washing sinks in classrooms and within classroom bathrooms. Observed water temperature 67F at hand washing sink in bathroom on hallway behind office. Water temperature shall be 80F-110F. Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at hand washing sinks accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e).
#19 · Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836 −2
Thoroughly clean water fountains in hallways and repair water fountains. Observed mouth guards, nozzle and area around drains soiled on water fountains.
Keep water fountains clean and in good repair at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4
Thoroughly clean toilets in bathroom with classrooms and in bathrooms in hallway(behind office and leading out to bus parking lots). Thoroughly clean hand washing sinks and area around faucet fixture in bathrooms in classroom and hallway area. Thoroughly clean stall fixtures in bathrooms. Observed toilets, hand washing sink and stall fixtures soiled! Repair base of stall fixture in bathrooms. Tightly secure loose laminate/bands on stall fixture.
Sinks shall be cleaned and disinfected at least daily, when visibly soiled, and when the designated use of the hand washing sink has been changed. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (c).
Toilets shall be cleaned and disinfected at least daily and when visibly soiled. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (b).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Repair any roof leaks in B2 classrooms. Observed several water stained ceiling tiles throughout room. Clean floor under hand washing sinks in both classrooms. Thoroughly clean floor and walls in bathrooms located in hallway(behind office and leading out to bus parking lot. Clean spots on carpet in rooms. Repair or replace damaged bathroom door in hallway.
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
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Sep 16, 2016
14 demerits
· 4 violations
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
Observed water temperature not reaching 80F at hand washing sink in girls bathroom near school bus parking lot and both girls and boys bathroom located on hallway near library. Water temperature shall be 80F-110F.
Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at hand washing sinks accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e).
#19 · Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836 −2
Observed mouth guard on water fountains soiled throughout in hallway area. Thoroughly clean water fountain and monitor water pressure on water fountain.
Keep water fountains clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).
Water pressure at drinking fountains must be high enough so that water clears mouth nozzle, and so that water does not splash on the floor. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4
OBSERVED WATER FROM HAND WASHING SINK SPRAYING ONTO THE FLOOR IN BATHROOM WITHIN MS. HERRING CLASSROOM. FLOOR IS WET AND STAYING WET BECOMING A SLIP HAZARD! REPAIR HAND WASHING SINK AERATOR SO WATER DOES NOT SPRAY ONTO THE FLOOR! Observed hand washing sinks soiled throughout in bathroom(girls and boys) in hallway area. Thoroughly clean hand washing sink and area around faucet fixtures on hand washing sink in classroom and bathrooms. Observed base of toilet and underside of urinals soiled in bathrooms in classroom and bathrooms located in hallway area. Thoroughly clean toilets and urinals. Observed stall fixture soiled and damaged in hallway area. Thoroughly clean and repair stall fixture. Base of stall fixture in hallway is separating and splintering wood is present on stall fixture doors.
Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).
Keep handwashing sinks clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Replace water stained ceiling tile in Ms. Herring classroom. Thoroughly clean walls and floor in bathroom located in hallway area!
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
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Jan 29, 2016
10 demerits
· 3 violations
#19 · Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836 −2
Thoroughly clean water fountain in hallway area that Pre K uses. Observed mouth guard and water nozzles on water fountain soiled!
Keep water fountains clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4
Observed base of toilets and underside of toilets in hallway area and in bathrooms within classrooms soiled. Observed area around faucet fixture on hand washing sink soiled. in hallway and bathrooms with in classroom soiled. Thoroughly clean base and underside of toilets and wall urinals. Thoroughly clean area around faucet fixtures on hand washing sinks! Observed stall fixture in boys and girls bathrooms soiled and damaged latching mechanism on stall door in girls bathroom in hallway area. Observed laminate separating from stall door in boys bathroom. Tightly secure laminate on stall fixture door and thoroughly clean edge of stall doors in bathroom. Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Keep hand washing sinks clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed water stained ceiling tiles in B2 classroom. Repair any and all roof leaks, then replace water stained ceiling tiles. Thoroughly clean walls and floor in bathrooms in hallway area. Repaint wall around hand washing sink in hallway bathroom.
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
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Oct 28, 2015
20 demerits
· 6 violations
#19 · Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836 −2
Observed soiled water fountains and water fountains nozzles in hallway near media center and near bathroom near bus parking lot. THOROUGHLY CLEAN WATER FOUNTAINS IN HALLWAY AREA. Observed water pressure to high at water fountains in hallway near media center. Reduce water pressure on fountains so water does not splash onto the floor. Keep water fountains clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f). Water pressure at drinking fountains must be high enough so that water clears mouth nozzle, and so that water does not splash on the floor. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4
Observed base of toilets soiled in bathrooms within classrooms and in both bathrooms near bus parking lot! THOROUGHLY CLEAN TOILETS AND WALL URINALS IN BATHROOMS. Observed short run time on spring loaded hand washing sink in bathroom within room B2. Repair spring loaded faucet fixture on hand washing sinks. Spring loaded faucet fixtures on hand washing sink shall operate for at least fifteen seconds. Observed area around faucet fixture in bathrooms within classrooms, classrooms and bathrooms in hallway soiled! THOROUGHLY CLEAN AREA AROUND FAUCET FIXTURES ON HAND WASHING SINKS! Observed stall fixtures soiled and loose laminate on stall fixtures in bathrooms near bus parking lot. Thoroughly clean stall fixtures and tightly secure loose laminate on fixtures. Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Keep hand washing sinks clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a).
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3
Observed teacher purse not properly stored in room B2. Repair locking mechanism on storage cabinet door so teacher purse can be locked away. Store teacher purse five feet vertical distances out of reach of children or locked away.Purses, that do not contain hazardous items, must be stored 5 ft above the floor, behind lock and key, or behind a child safety lock. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f).
#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836 −3
Observed torn/damaged sleeping mats. Continue to replace torn/damaged sleeping mats in both classrooms.Keep all mats, cots, and cribs clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a).
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed damaged wall mounted shelving/book shelving in B2. REPAIR SHELVING/BOOK SHELVING IMMEDIATELY! Do not want shelving and books to fall on a child! Observed key board to computer monitor and top of smart board projector soiled/dusty. Thoroughly clean keyboard and top of smart boards. Observed loose handles on cabinet doors.. Repair loose handles on cabinet doors. Discard and replace damaged red bin in play kitchenette in B4. Toys, equipment, furniture, and any other items accessible to the children shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a), (b).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed wall and floors soiled in bathrooms in hallway. Thoroughly clean floors and walls in bathrooms. Observed water stained ceiling tile in B2. Repair any roof leaks then replace water stained ceiling tiles. Patch holes in wall in girls bathroom near bus parking lot. Touch-up paint throughout where needed(bathrooms in hallway). Observed spots/stains on throw rug in B2. Clean rug in room. Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
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Jan 14, 2015
15 demerits
· 5 violations
#19 · Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836 −2
Observed all water fountains in hallway area soiled! THOROUGHLY CLEAN ALL WATER FOUNTAINS IN HALLWAY AREA USED BY PRE K. THOROUGHLY CLEAN AREA AROUND WATER NOZZLE AND MOUTH GUARDS ON WATER FOUNTAINS! Keep water fountains clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4
Observed short run time on spring loaded faucet on hand washing sink in bathroom located within room B2. Repair hand washing sink so water will stay on for at least fifteen seconds.Observed base of toilets soiled in both pre k bathroom where toilet bolts to the floor. Observed area around hand washing sink in bathroom and classroom soiled. Observed toilets in bathrooms near bus parking lot soiled. THOROUGHLY CLEAN TOILET AND HAND WASHING SINK NEAR BUS PARKING LOT! Observed stall fixtures soiled in both girls and boys bathroom near bus parking lot! Clean stall fixtures and doors in bathrooms! Pre-k is not using bathrooms near media center!
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
Observed storage in bathroom within room B2 bathroom. Remove storage from the bathroom. Limit storage in bathroom to toileting and diaper changing supplies!. Remove filing cabinet ,box of blocks and empty box from bathroom.Limit storage in restrooms to toileting and diapering items only. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).
#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836 −3
Observed sleeping mats damaged in both classrooms. Continue to replace damaged sleeping mats!Keep all mats, cots, and cribs clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed water stained ceiling tiles in B2 room. Replace water stained ceiling tiles in classroom. Observed walls and floor soiled in girls and boys bathroom located near bus parking lot. Observed damaged and missing base tile moulding in boys bathrooms near bus parking lot. Thoroughly clean floor and walls in bathrooms. Repair base tile cove moulding in bathrooms!Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
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Sep 15, 2014
23 demerits
· 7 violations
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
Observed water temperature in bathrooms near media center 70F-76F. Water temperature shall be 80F-110F. Pre -k uses the bathrooms near media center and office area after lunch and before going outside! Provide water 80F-110F at bathrooms near media center.Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at hand washing sinks accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e).
#19 · Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836 −2
Observed water fountain nozzle and mouth guard on water fountains soiled near media center, near pre k classrooms and near office. Thoroughly clean water fountains!Keep water fountains clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4
Observed toilets and hand washing sinks in girls and boys bathrooms near media center and office area soiled. Thoroughly clean toilets where toilets bolts to the floor and underside of wall urinals! Repair out of order toilets in boy bathroom near media center!Observed base of stall fixture in hallway near media center damaged. Repair base of stall fixture in boys bathroom near media center. Toilets shall be cleaned and disinfected at least daily and when visibly soiled. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (b). Sinks shall be cleaned and disinfected at least daily, when visibly soiled, and when the designated use of the hand washing sink has been changed. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (c).
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
Observed storage in bathrooms within classrooms. Remove storage from bathrooms. Limit storage in bathrooms to toileting and diaper changing supplies.Limit storage in restrooms to toileting and diapering items only. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).
#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836 −3
Observed damaged sleeping mats within classrooms. Discard and replace damaged sleeping mats.Keep all mats, cots, and cribs clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a).
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed loose laminate on counter top in front of hand washing sink in room B2. Tightly secure and seal loose laminate on B2 counter top. Observed damaged leg on water play table. Repair damaged leg on water play table. Observed water in water play table at time of inspection and kids were outside on the playground. Empty water in water play table after kids use table. Do not leave water in water play table for an extended period of time. Observed damaged red bean bag chair in B4 room. Discard and replace red bean bag chair. Toys, equipment, furniture, and any other items accessible to the children shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a), (b).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed water stained ceiling tile in B2 classroom. Mrs. Snipes informed me that ceiling tile was replaced but water stains came back. Repair any and all roof leaks, then replace water stained ceiling tiles. Observed walls soiled in bathrooms. Thoroughly clean walls in bathrooms located in halls. Observed base tile cove moulding in boys bathroom near office damaged. Repair base tile cove moulding in boys bathroom. Clean floors in bathrooms located in hallway area.Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Mrs. Snipes present at time of inspection.
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Apr 28, 2014
25 demerits
· 8 violations
#1 · Handwashing when required: .2803, .2836 −5
Observed teacher giving students hand sanitizer before going to lunch. Students must wash hands before going to lunch. Hand sanitizer does not substitute for hand washing!**Wash hands when required. 15A NCAC 18A .2803 (a)
#19 · Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836 −2
Observed water fountain soiled around and near mouth piece/guard at both location. Thoroughly clean water fountains. Adjust water fountain pressure so water does not spill onto the floor.**Keep water fountains clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).Water pressure at drinking fountains must be high enough so that water clears mouth nozzle, and so that water does not splash on the floor. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4
Observed build-up of old urine around base of toilets in both classroom bathroom. Observed toilet seat loose in bathroom located in B1. Hand washing sink in room b1 bathroom with spring loaded faucet had a short run time and handsink in B2 bathroom was not working. Thoroughly clean base of toilets, tighten toilet seat, repair spring loaded faucet on hand washing sink and repair other hand washing sink.**Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).Keep hand washing sinks clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a).
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
Observed storage in bathroom. Remove storage from bathrooms. Storage in bathrooms shall be limited to toileting and diaper changing supplies!**Limit storage in restrooms to toileting and diapering items only. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).
#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836 −3
Observed damaged mats in room B1 and B2; repair or replace.**Keep all mats, cots, and cribs clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a).
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed loose furniture/fixture throughout on classroom B1 and B2. Tighten loose screws on art center easel, stand up mirror. Observed protruding screw/bolt on writing center station. Secure screw/bolt. Observed dusty fixtures in classrooms. Dust top of cabinet, border ledges, window blinds, top of smart board and smart board projector.**Toys, equipment, furniture, and any other items accessible to the children shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a), (b).
#44 · Solid waste properly handled; containers and cleaning equipment kept clean; can cleaning facilities adequate: .2830, .2836 −2
Observed dumpster doors open and trash and debris around, near and under dumpster. Keep dumpster door closed at all times and clean grounds around dumpster area.**Solid wastes shall be disposed of in a manner that prevents insect breeding and public nuisances. 15A NCAC 18A .2830 (d).Keep dumpster lids and doors closed to prevent insect and vermin nuisances. 15A NCAC 18A .2830 (d).
#47 · No animals in food preparation areas and no unrestrained animals except as allowed; no prohibited animals; required veterinary records available and current: .2831, .2832 −3
Observed frog being kept as pet in room B2. Frog can not be kept as pet!**Turtles, iguanas, frogs, salamanders, and other reptiles or amphibians shall not be kept on the premises as pets. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (a).
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Dec 12, 2013
15 demerits
· 5 violations
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4
Observed: The classroom sink basin/drains collecting residue/calcium buildup. The health room toilet in need of being flushed.Keep hand washing sinks clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a).
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
Observed: A filing cabinet (within non-toileting items) and art supplies stored in the restrooms.Limit storage in restrooms to toileting and diapering items only. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3
Observed: The soapy water bottles not labeled in the classrooms. Hand sanitizer stored within 5' of the floor in the Media Center (Pre K was in the Media Center at time of inspections). Wall mounted hand sanitizer within 5' of the floor near the Health Room. Approved non-hazardous products must be stored 5 ft above the floor or behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b), (c ) and (d).All sanitizing. soapy water, and disinfecting solutions shall be labeled with the word sanitizer, soapy water, or disinfectant. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (c ).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed: Water damaged ceiling tiles in B1.Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 −2
Observed: Dusty vents in the classrooms.Keep all ventilation related equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (b).
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