| 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 |
Store all foods in approved re-sealable bags or containers once opened. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (a). Observed opened can of marinara in refrigerator. Once can is opened put contents in a container with a lid. |
|
7
|
2
|
Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 |
No |
No
|
No |
Facilities shall maintain an accurate and calibrated metal stem thermometer. 15A NCAC 18A .2807 (h) and .2809 (12).Repeat- Observed missing digital thermometer. 2 dial top thermometers present, but no ice to check proper calibration. |
|
10
|
0
|
Food contact surfaces properly washed, rinsed, sanitized and air dried; single-service articles not re-used: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 |
No |
No
|
No |
Highchair feeding trays, shall be washed, rinsed, and sanitized after each use. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (e).Repeat- Observed 2 children in infant room eating directly off tray. Tray must go to kitchen for w/r/s after each meal. If plate/bowl is used, tray can be cleaned in place and sent to kitchen once per day for w/r/s |
|
12
|
0
|
Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 |
No |
No
|
No |
Keep all non-food contact surfaces and equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f) and .2809 (1) and (3). Observed cabinets in disrepair in kitchen. Ovens need old food/grease removed. |
|
13
|
0
|
Proper storage and handling of clean equipment, utensils and single-service articles: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 |
No |
No
|
No |
Single-service articles must be kept clean and protected from contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .2809 (8), .2814 (a) and (b). Observed opened carton of plastic-ware under paper towel dispenser in kitchen. Keep clean items out of splash-zone. |
|
17
|
6
|
Hot water in excess of 120ºF not allowed in areas accessible to children |
No |
No
|
No |
Hot water used to warm bottles shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F, unless the hot water is located in an approved bottle warming device. Hot water exceeding 120°F is considered to be a burn hazard. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e). Observed hot water in dispensers used to heat bottles >150F. Kitchen was 121F, asked how they got the water so hot. Heating water with electric tea pots in staff lounge.
Hot water at areas accessible to children shall not exceed 120°F. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e). Observed kitchen door unlocked. Kitchen must be locked if no staff are present. |
|
23
|
2
|
Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 |
No |
No
|
No |
Handwashing sinks must be free of storage. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a). Observed toys stored below hand sinks in many classrooms. Toys/crafts etc must be stored in containers with lids if stored below hand sinks.
Limit storage in restrooms to toileting and diapering items only. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Observed crafts stored in one bathroom. |
|
27
|
4
|
Free of storage and in good repair; cleaning and disinfecting solutions labeled; approved diapering methods used; diaper changing and handwashing signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 |
No |
No
|
No |
Diaper changing surface must be easily cleanable, non-absorbent, smooth, and intact. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (b). Observed several diaper changing tables with broken areas taped.
Keep the diaper changing table free of non-diaper changing related storage. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (b). Observed diaper changing table with phone charger and wireless speaker.
Follow the correct diaper changing procedure as described in 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (d). Observed wrong diaper changing procedure. Follow posted procedures. Remove dirty gloves before touching diaper. Wipe hands with wipe after removing gloves and before putting on new ones. Remove wipes from container before diaper change. |
|
29
|
6
|
Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820 |
No |
No
|
No |
All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). Observed white out unlocked in one classroom. Antiseptic wipes and cold packs in emergency bags throughout. These items must be locked. |
|
30
|
3
|
Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 |
No |
No
|
No |
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). Observed hand sanitizer < 5 feet above floor in many areas including front desk. Lotions less than 5 feet above floor in many classrooms. |
|
34
|
0
|
Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 |
No |
No
|
No |
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).repeat- Observed many shelf units with tape residue that needs to be cleaned off. Washing machine needs wiping down. |
|
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 |
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Repeat- Observed damaged walls throughout facility. Blinds dusty throughout. |
|
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 |
Keep the premises clean and free of dilapidated structures and broken play equipment. 15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a). Observed box of trash on playground. Observed broken climber stairs on playground. |