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Name

CHILDRENS ACADEMY AT LAKEPOINTE

Address

2701 WATER RIDGE PARKWAY

City/State/ZIP

CHARLOTTE

28217

Premise Type

42 - Child Care

County

Mecklenburg

Inspection Date

12/11/2015

Final Score @ Grade

General Comments

*No Points Deducted at this time*: 4. Observed milk served from the kitchen to Infant B sitting out from the start of the inspection to 9:00AM. The temperature of the milk was 54F, and it was poured out. If it is known that the staff or children are ready for the food, keep it in the kitchen. (CRITICAL VIOLATION) All potentially hazardous food products shall be maintained at 45°F, or below, or 140°F or above. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (f) 5. NOTE: MS. GRIER & MS. LEE WERE INFORMED THAT CARTONS OF MILK BROUGHT IN FROM HOME MUST BE SENT BACK HOME ON FRIDAYS, AND NEW/UNOPENED CARTONS SHALL RETURN ON MONDAYS. 11. Observed the bottle labeled sanitizer in the kitchen at 500ppm chlorine. Remake. Prepare a wipe-on or spray-on sanitizer daily at 50 to 200 ppm chlorine. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (d) 21. -Observed an employee in Infant A dump and rinse bottles in the sink without cleaning the sink afterwards. -Observed an employee in Infant A wash her and the child's hands in the diaper changing handsink before a feeding. ANY TASK RELATED TO FOOD (FEEDING, GOING INTO THE REFRIGERATOR, ETC) hands shall be washed in the food prep handwashing sink. Sinks shall be cleaned and disinfected at least daily, when visibly soiled, and when the designated use of the handwashing sink has been changed. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (c). 28. Observed prescription medication stored unlocked in Infant A's refrigerator. Store in a lock box. (CRITICAL VIOLATION). All medications must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (d). 32. Observed the crib mattresses in Infant A loose fitting- a gap is present in between the mattress and bed. Provide tight fitting mattresses. All crib and play pens, used for sleeping, shall have an easily cleanable, waterproof, washable, firm, and tight fitting mattress that is at least 2 inches thick. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (b). 48. Observed a few gnats (possible drain flies) in the kitchen and some of the class restrooms. Provide pest control. Keep the facility free of rodents, insects and vermin. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b). Ms. Kim Lee present during the inspection. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The service request in reference to E. Coli illness was addressed today. A handout on proper handwashing (kitchen and classes), cooking to proper temps, food storage and temps, etc was provided today. No other children are ill at the time of the inspection. Refer to this inspection report for all other information discussed today.

Violations

CDI=Corrected During Inspection

R=Repeat Violation

VR=Verification Required

Violation Item	Demerits	Violation Description	CDI	R	VR	Comments
1	5	Handwashing when required: .2803, .2836	No	No	No	Observed children enter the Infant's classes without washing their hands. Wash hands when required. 15A NCAC 18A .2803 (a)
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 hotdogs sitting in the kitchen sink thawing. Thawing may be done in the refrigerator, in the microwave, or during the cooking process. Properly thaw all food products. 15A NCAC 18A .2807 (i). -Observed cereal in bowls served to the classes in uncovered bowls. 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). -Observed cartons of milk brought in from home stored in the kitchen's refrigerator without name and/or date. Label all food brought from home with the child’s name and the date that the food was brought into the facility. 15A NCAC 18A .2804 (f)
7	2	Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836	No	No	No	Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed the metal stems thermometers not calibrated. Provide a numerically scaled metal stem-type thermometer accurate to 2°F. 15A NCAC 18A .2807 (h)
12	4	Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814	No	No	No	Repeat Non-Compliance: -Observed the gasket broken on the kitchen's freezer. Replace. -Observed grease residue hanging from the kitchen's hood. Clean. Keep all non-food contact surfaces and equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f) and .2809 (1) and (3).
34	4	Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836	No	No	No	-Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed damaged counter tops, diaper changing areas, under and sides of the vanities (laminate), cabinets (and doors), etc throughout the classes. Repair. -Observed a soiled large toy in the 4 year old room. 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 the walls in the kitchen, several classes and in 4 year old restroom peeing/chipping. Repair. -Observed the wood steps in Infant A splintering. Remove until repaired or replaced. Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.