| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
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 ziploc bag of cereal stored on diaper changing hand wash sink counter in infant room. DO NOT STORE OR PLACE ANY FOOD PRODUCT ON DIAPER CHANGING HAND WASH SINK COUNTER. Store food in kitchenette between infant and toddler room.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). |
|
7
|
2
|
Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 |
No |
No
|
No |
Observed missing thermometer in refrigeration unit in kitchenette area between infant and toddler room. Replace missing thermometer in infant/toddler refrigeration unit.Provide an accurate thermometer in all refrigerators. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (h) |
|
13
|
3
|
Proper storage and handling of clean equipment, utensils and single-service articles: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 |
No |
No
|
No |
Observed ziploc bag containing bowls/cup stored on diaper changing hand wash sink counter in infant room. DO NOT STORE OR PLACE ANY SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES ON DIAPER CHANGING HAND WASH SINK COUNTER. Store single service articles in kitchenette between infant room nd toddler room.Single-service articles must be kept clean and protected from contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .2809 (8), .2814 (a) and (b). |
|
17
|
6
|
Hot water in excess of 120ºF not allowed in areas accessible to children |
No |
No
|
No |
Observed broken fence surrounding can wash area and children have access to can wash. Observed hot water at can wash 123F.Hot water at areas accessible to children shall not exceed 120°F. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e). |
|
25
|
6
|
Diapering surfaces cleaned and disinfected after each use: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 |
No |
No
|
No |
Disinfectant was registering too weak in all spray bottles throughout daycare(infant and toddler room) so diaper changing surfaces/tables was not properly being cleaned and disinfected between uses!To clean and disinfect diapering surface: 1) Spray soapy water onto surface 2) Wipe off soapy water 3) Spray disinfectant onto surface until surface is glistening wet 4) Let disinfectant sit for at least 2 minutes or until air dry. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (d). The diaper changing surface shall be properly disinfected between each child. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ). |
|
26
|
2
|
Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 |
No |
No
|
No |
Observed disinfectant too weak throughout in all rooms. Daycare was using splash less bleach. Splash less bleach and scented bleach is not to be used as a sanitizer or disinfectant. Disinfectant shall be 500PPM-800PPM. Provide disinfectant test strips or high chlorine reading test strips at all times. Disinfectant strips could not be found.Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7).Provide test strips for the chlorine disinfectant. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) |
|
30
|
3
|
Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 |
No |
No
|
No |
Observed container of hand sanitizer stored on table at front entrance less than five feet vertical distance out of reach of children. Observed teacher purse stored in unlocked cabinet less that five feet vertical distance out of reach of children. Store hand sanitizer and teacher purse five feet vertical distance 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).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). |
|
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 cubby area labeled with child's name and number but the wrong number mat was stored in cubby area IN 2's and 3's classroom. Observed mats with two different numbers. Mark out wrong or old number on sleeping mats. THERE IS NO NEED TO LABEL OR NUMBER LINEN TO COVER MATS!All cribs, beds, cots and mats must be labeled with each individual child's name. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (c ). |
|
34
|
4
|
Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 |
No |
No
|
No |
Observed loose, missing and damaged laminate on edge of cubbies, shelving and doors throughout in all classrooms. Tightly secure loose laminate on cubbies, shelving and doors. Where laminate is missing recommend just paint press/particle wood. Tighten loose screws and bolts and replace missing screws and bolts on sensory table in toddler room. Observed build up of food debris present on handle area on chair and booster seat in infant room. Observed soft plush floor toy soiled in infant room. Observed soft climbing toy damaged in infant room Observed cover in walker and cushion on teacher chair soiled ion infant room. Clean handle area on chair, booster seat, soft plush floor toy, cover in/on walker and cushion on teacher chair. Observed floor throw pillow covering soiled in 3's and 2's year old classroom. Thoroughly clean covering on pillow. Repair hinge on cabinet door in 2's classroom. Thoroughly clean cracks and crevices on toys and toy fixture in 2's room and school age/after school room. Properly repair stand-up mirror in school age/after school room or discard mirror. Observed sealant wearing off of shelving and toys cabinets throughout in all rooms. Recommend resealing/ revarnishing shelving and toys cabinets throughout in all rooms which varnish and sealant is wearing off. Clean area around top of washer machine.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 |
Tightly secure loose rubber cove base moulding in kitchenette between infant and toddler room. Cut frayed carpet near exit door in toddler room. Repair bathroom door framing or replace missing door in 4's class. Patch hole in wall in chemical closet behind door. Replace damaged ceiling tiles in 3's room. Clean throw rugs throughout in rooms. Touch-up paint/repaint throughout in all classrooms. Replace water stained ceiling tiles throughout in rooms |
|
39
|
2
|
Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 |
No |
No
|
No |
Repair light fixture in toddler room near diaper changing and hand washing sinks. Provide light shield over light fixture in 3's room. Replace cracked light shield over light fixture in 2's room. Repair light fixture in after school/ school age room. Replace blown light bulb in light fixture under hood system in kitchen and in light fixtures throughout kitchen. |
|
44
|
2
|
Solid waste properly handled; containers and cleaning equipment kept clean; can cleaning facilities adequate: .2830, .2836 |
No |
No
|
No |
Unclog drain and remove grass growing from drain in outside can wash. Clean grounds around dumpster and behind dumpster storage area. Observed old board debris, carpet and trash behind dumpster area.Solid wastes shall be disposed of in a manner that prevents insect breeding and public nuisances. 15A NCAC 18A .2830 (d).Maintain a fully operating can wash or mop sink at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2830 (b). |
|
49
|
2
|
Premises clean and free of standing water; utility equipment inaccessible; equipment and toys clean and in good repair; sandboxes properly constructed, clean and covered; adherence to air quality forecast quality forecast outdoor activity restrictions when applicable: .2831, .2832 |
No |
No
|
No |
Observed old table, chairs, boards and debris behind storage shed within the playground area, behind main daycare building and back daycare building. REMOVE ITEMS FROM PREMISES! Observed exterior of building outside of school age exit door damaged(rotten/damaged boards). Repair exterior of daycare building. Observed rotten/damaged boards on storage shed within the playground area. Replace rotten/damaged boards on storage shed. Observed holes on side of back building where gutters is missing. Fill in holes on side of back building and repair gutters. Observed exposed concrete with sharp and jagged edges base side of back building due to missing gutter and wash out from rain. Cover exposed concrete along base side of back building. Cut grass behind building and remove grass/ growth within boarders surrounding playground equipment. Monitor and repair sliding board on playground area. Observed gap between sliding board and top deck of sliding board. Observed tires on the playground area holding and collecting water. Remove tires from premises or drill holes in sides of tires so water can drain.Keep the premises clean and free of dilapidated structures and broken play equipment. 15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a).Keep the property free of standing water. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b). Keep the property free of high vegetation. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (i). |