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NameDIXON ACADEMY OF CHARLOTTE, INC
Address2608 WEST BLVD
 
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28208
Premise Type42 - Child Care
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 11/16/2016
Final Score @ Grade
24
General CommentsGeneral Comment: .#17. Observed lock on gate to can wash had been cut and hot water at can wash was 128F and above. Handle removed from hot water faucet at time of inspection. *****NEW***** Observed coffee maker/coffee pot in unlocked teacher lounge/work room. Keep teacher lounge locked due to hot water in coffee pot. Ms. Coleman poured out coffee and removed coffee maker and pot from teachers lounge. ***Hot water at areas accessible to children shall not exceed 120°F. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e). #28. Observed prescribed skin ointment stored on high shelving within cabinet in toddler room. Store prescribed medication(skin ointment) and any medication located away; excluding emergency medications. Cabinet door locked at time of inspection.**All medications must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (d).Designated emergency medications shall be stored out of reach of children (5 ft above the floor). 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (d). #29. Store cleaning products within a locked cabinet in the kitchen area. Replace child's safety latch with a lock and key on chemical cabinet in kitchen area.***All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). #33. Monitor and replace line on mats in 4's room that is worn and wearing thin.**Individual linen must be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (f). Mrs. Bonnie and Mrs. Coleman present at time of inspection.

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
13 3 Proper storage and handling of clean equipment, utensils and single-service articles: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 No No No Observed utensil shelving(storage area) soiled in kitchen area. Observed hand lotion and stapler stored in bin with single service articles in kitchen area. Store stapler and hand lotion away from single service articles, clean utensil and food products. Single-service articles must be kept clean and protected from contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .2809 (8), .2814 (a) and (b).
21 4 Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 No No No Observed base of toilets soiled in jack and jill bathroom between 4's and 3's room and after school boys bathroom. Observed pitted faucet fixture on hand wash sink in 2's bathroom. Observed loose faucet fixture on hand washing sink in boys after school bathroom. Observed underside of toilet seat in girls after school bathroom stained and damaged. Thoroughly clean the base of toilets. Replace pitted faucet fixture and tighten loose faucet fixtures on hand washing sink. Replace stained/damaged toilet seat. 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 3 Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 No No No Observed hand lotion and disinfectant solution not properly stored in teacher lounge bathroom. Store disinfectant solution and hand lotion 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).
34 4 Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 No No No Tightly secure loose molding on cubbies, cabinet doors and edge of cabinets throughout in rooms or paint area where missing laminate/trim is missing. Observed toys in soiled linen bin in toddler room. Do not store or place soiled toys in soiled laundry bin. Observed soiled linen and soiled toy bin not labeled in infant room. Label soiled linen and soiled toy bin. Tighten loose toy fixtures throughout in rooms(kitchen play tables, chairs, etc.) Observed some moisture in covered water play table in a classroom. Allow water play table to properly air-dry! Repair damaged shelving under cabinet area in teacher lounge/work room. Tighten loose handles on cabinet doors. Clean base of bye-bye buggy. Clean area around clothes washer machine lid and keep clean at all times. 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 Clean wall near hand washing sink in toddler room. Repair corner of wall in toddler room. Tightly secure loose cove base molding in kitchen area between toddler and infant room. Repair any roof leaks, then replace water stained and damaged ceiling tiles throughout in rooms. Tightly secure molding around door in jack and jill bathroom between rooms. Patch hole in closet where sump pump is located. Repaint wall in after school room where wall repairs have taken place. Monitor and repair wall in kitchen area near stove. Clean spots on throw rugs throughout in rooms. Clean wall in jack and jill bathroom. Replace missing cover and end plates on door handles leading to exterior of building from within classrooms. Wipe/clean doors to classrooms.Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
39 2 Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 No No No Repair light fixtures or replace blown light bulbs in light fixtures throughout in classrooms, bathrooms and kitchen area. Observed low lighting over diaper changing and food prep areas. Provide light shield over light fixture in 3's room. Clean window blinds throughout in classrooms. Clean return air ventilation in hallway area and kitchen area. Repair light fixture or replace blown light bulb in light fixture under hood system in kitchen area. Keep all light fixtures clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (a). Lighting shall be capable of illumination to at least 50 foot-candles at work surfaces describe in 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (a). Keep all ventilation related equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (b).
44 2 Solid waste properly handled; containers and cleaning equipment kept clean; can cleaning facilities adequate: .2830, .2836 No No No Observed drain in can wash clogged and covered in debris, dirt, etc. Unclog and use can wash located outside of back door! 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 Repair exterior of building located outside of after school exit door within classroom. Monitor and repair exterior of building within the playground area. Repair damaged fencing surrounding air handler. Replace missing and damaged lattice surrounding base of storage building. Repair slide and steps to playground fixture located in far back corner of playground. Clean playground fixture and toys. Replace missing screw on climbing fixture and screw in any protruding screw/bolts on fixtures. Paint playground fixture where paint is chipping and rust is present. Clean grounds within fenced in area of air handler. Repair base of gate leading to back playground (protruding and loose wiring) Keep the premises clean and free of dilapidated structures and broken play equipment. 15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a). All play ground equipment must be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2832 (c ).