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Name

PRECIOUS CHILD ACADEMY #3

Address

9935 PACKARD STREET

City/State/ZIP

PINEVILLE

28134

Premise Type

42 - Child Care

County

Mecklenburg

Inspection Date

2/13/2019

Final Score @ Grade

General Comments

NO POINTS WERE TAKEN FOR THE FOLLOWING: #4 - CRITICAL VIOLATION Observed multiple lunch boxes sitting outside of temperature control in cafeteria. EHS looked through lunch boxes and saw that TCS (Temperature Control required for Safety) foods were being stored in several of them. EHS advised that lunch boxes be looked through and that lunches containing TCS foods be placed into refrigeration upon arrival to be stored at 45F or below. EHS also observed several lunches with hot foods in thermos. Per the state parents can sign a waiver stating that foods kept warm in thermos is not the responsibility of child care. **All potentially hazardous food products shall be maintained at 45°F, or below, or 140°F or above. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (f) #12 - Observed cleaning needed in microwaves in teachers lounge. Keep microwaves clean to prevent pest attraction. *Keep all food service equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f) #28 - CRITICAL VIOLATION Observed instant cold pack being stored in first aid kit, unlocked in NC Pre-k 2. EHS advised that first aid kits be looked through to ensure there are no medications being stored in them. **All medications must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (d). #30 - Observed sanitizer spray bottle labeled A2B disinfectant in NC Pre-k 2 and NC Pre-k 5. Ensure sanitizer bottles are labeled "sanitizer." **All sanitizing solutions shall be labeled with the word "sanitizer". 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (c ). #31 - Observed organization needed in several storage areas where items are being stored on the floor in 113 blue, storage closet of NC Pre-k 5, and 114 plum. Ensure items are not stored on the floor to promote easy routine floor cleaning. **Adequate space shall be provided for the storage of equipment, furniture, toys, clothes, linens, backpacks, book bags, diaper bags, beds, cots, mats, and supplies and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (a). #39 - Observed dead insects collecting in light shields in various areas throughout center. Observed light bulbs in cafeteria to not be shielded or shatterproof. **Light bulbs must be shatterproof or shielded. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (a). **Keep all light fixtures clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (a). #48 - Observed several wasps nests (empty) outside on playground. Remove nests. Observed dead ants in candy dispenser in 139 bronze. Remove candy. **Keep the facility free of rodents, insects and vermin. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b). #49 - Observed standing water in outside sand box (sandbox is not currently being used as a sandbox, new sand to be installed). **Keep the property free of standing water. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b).

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	Repeat Observed cereal boxes being stored in cafeteria with bags rolled down and not sealed. Observed several lunch boxes brought from home in cafeteria without names or dates on them. Observed one lunch box with date of 2/19. Observed bulk quantities of snacks being stored in classroom that is not equipped with food prep hand sink (114 plum). EHS advised that bulk foods be stored in kitchen. Food storage in classrooms shall be limited to foods that are individually packaged unless the room is equipped with a food preparation area. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (b) Store all foods in approved re-sealable bags or containers once opened. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (a) **Label all baby bottles, sippy-cups, and bottled beverages sent from home with the child's name and date it was brought into the facility. 15A NCAC 18A .2804 (d)
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	Repeat Observed spring loaded faucets in areas throughout classrooms and restrooms to run for less than 15 seconds and some to be broken. Observed toilet seats in restrooms with finish peeling off (New toilet seats are to be ordered.) Observed cleaning needed in several toilet bowls where there is a pink ring including cafeteria restroom and NC Pre-k 2/3. Observed cleaning needed on the base of toilet in cafeteria restroom. Observed build-up on the back crevice of hand sink faucets in several restrooms. 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). **Toilets shall be cleaned and disinfected at least daily and when visibly soiled. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (b).
26	2	Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836	No	No	No	Observed disinfectant measure 200 ppm chlorine in NC Pre-k 2 & 3. **Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7).
29	6	Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820	No	No	No	Repeat CRITICAL VIOLATION Observed automatic aerosol spray can dispenser on wall in kitchen without lock. Observed bleach and extra bulk supply of sanitizer being stored out in kitchen, unlocked. Per the state, ensure all items are stored behind separate lock and key within the kitchen. Observed maintenance personnel with custodial cart of chemicals. EHS reminded personnel to ensure they are with the cart at all times during use and to store cart behind lock and key if walking away. Observed Clorox disinfectant wipes being stored unlocked in 114 plum room, connecting to NC Pre-k 5. Re-inspection to be made with 7 days. **All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b).
34	4	Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836	No	No	No	Repeat Observed tape residue on wooden shelving collecting debris in classrooms. EHS recommended using vegetable oil to remove residue. Observed cardboard blocks with damage, cleaning needed in cracks and crevices of mini couch, and damaged turtle stuffed animal in NC Pre-k 4. Observed stuffed animal with staining and one with arm ripped, cracked red sink bucket, and mini couch with rips in the vinyl in NC Pre-k 1. Observed debris collecting under red vinyl mini couch cushions and vinyl peeling on blue couch in NC Pre-k 5. **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 Observed cleaning needed on floors under storage closet shelving throughout classrooms. Observed water stained ceiling tile in storage closet of NC Pre-k 1. Observed cleaning needed on floor in 113 Blue storage room. Observed touch-up paint needed on walls in 131 gold and yellow. **Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
44	2	Solid waste properly handled; containers and cleaning equipment kept clean; can cleaning facilities adequate: .2830, .2836	No	No	No	Observed trash bin and can on playground without lids. Trash bins had trash in them and had ants. **Solid waste must be covered, and dumpster area must be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2830 (c ) and (d).