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Name

AVONDALE CHILDRENS CENTER

Address

2821 PARK RD

City/State/ZIP

CHARLOTTE

28209

Premise Type

42 - Child Care

County

Mecklenburg

Inspection Date

11/30/2015

Final Score @ Grade

General Comments

1. Observed 2 people enter the kitchen and obtained ice from the machine without washing hands first. Wash hands when required. 15A NCAC 18A .2803 (a) 8. Observed the rinse gauge on the dish machine at 176F. Must be 180F minimum. USE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK UNTIL ALL GAUGES ON THE DISH MACHINE ARE READING CORRECTLY. Child Care centers using multi-service utensils shall have a 2 compartment sink and a dishwasher. In lieu of a dishwasher and two-compartment sink, a three compartment sink of sufficient size and depth can be used. 15A NCAC 18A .2810 (a). 12. Observed a soiled bottle warmer in the Inchworm class. Bottle warming equipment shall be cleaned and sanitized at least daily and when visibly soiled. 15A NCAC 18A .2810 (f) (1) and .2804 (d). 19. Observed a water fountain in the gym with high pressure (water splashing onto the floor/rug). 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). 27. Observed steps 10 and 11 mixed up during a diaper change. Follow the correct diaper changing procedure as described in 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (d). 34. Per the employee in the Busy Bees room, the toy's are washed in the diaper changing handsink. Follow the rule below. Hard plastic toys may be washed, rinsed, and sanitized in a dishwasher, food preparation handwashing sink, or in the kitchen sink. 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a) and .2810 (f). 39. Observed vents over the sinks in the Inch worms and Busy Bees class heavily dusty. Keep all ventilation related equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (b) 44. Observed the dumpster lid open. Keep closed. Keep dumpster lids and doors closed to prevent insect and vermin nuisances. 15A NCAC 18A .2830 (d). Note: 21. Ensure there is soap and disinfectant available for the gym restrooms when the children are using them. Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Ms. Jessica McQuillem, director, present during inspection. Rule Book, Provisional Handout, Cleaning Guide, Sink usage emailed. Reinspection will be within 7 days.

Violations

CDI=Corrected During Inspection

R=Repeat Violation

VR=Verification Required

Violation Item	Demerits	Violation Description	CDI	R	VR	Comments
5	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	No	No	No	-Observed food stored unsealed in the kitchen, the Munchkin, and the Busy Bees room. Store all foods in approved re-sealable bags or containers once opened. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (a) -Observed the water pitcher stored directly below the sanitizer, disinfectant, and soapy water. Do not store food under chemicals. -Observed water cooler with spout stored directly by the handsink. Provide a splash zone. All food shall be stored and handled in a manner that protects it from contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (d),(f), .2807 (b), and .2808 (e).
16	4	Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836	No	No	No	Observed the water at the gym handsinks at 118F. Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e).
29	6	Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820	No	No	No	Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed an aerosol can and a lighter stored unlocked in the gym storage room. Children were in the gym playing at the time. All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b).
32	3	Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836	No	No	No	-Observed several sleeping mats with holes. Repair or Replace. -Observed sticky residue on several mats. Keep all mats, cots, and cribs clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a).
34	4	Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836	No	No	No	Repeat Non-Compliance: -Observed washer exterior rusted. -Observed tape residue on furniture in several rooms. -Observed the strips lifting on the steps of the play structure in the Rascals room. -Observed raw wood exposed and splintering the corner of the sensory table in the Rascals room. Sand down and seal. **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	4	Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836	No	No	No	Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed chipping paint on baseboards and some window sills in several rooms. **Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.