Premises Information


	Return to Inspections

Name

LITTLE TOTS

Address

2008 WINDLOCK DR

City/State/ZIP

CHARLOTTE

28270

Premise Type

42 - Child Care

County

Mecklenburg

Inspection Date

1/11/2019

Final Score @ Grade

General Comments

No Points Deducted: 8. CRITICAL: Observed the dish machine not working. Per Ms. Patricia, she is returning it and will get another, and the work will be done hopefully by next week. **It has been explained to Ms. Patricia that disposable plates, cups, and utensils must be used while only a two compartment sink is present. Child Care centers using multi-service utensils shall have a 2 compartment sink and a dishwasher. In lieu of a dishwasher and two-compartment sink, a three compartment sink of sufficient size and depth can be used. 15A NCAC 18A .2810 (a). 29. CRITICAL: Observed (2) aerosol containers of Lysol disinfectant spray and shaving cream stored in the shower in the hall restroom. Corrected: Locked 2 cans under the handsink in the restroom. Hazardous Item Storage handout provided. All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). 49. Observed the grass in the backyard/playground area high. Cut. Keep the property free of high vegetation. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (i). *NOTE: Observed the orange barrier separating the playground and the construction material down on one end allowing access to the materials. Keep the barrier in place at all times. Corrected during inspection (CDI): Barrier was put back in place. Report and handouts emailed to pordonezprado@hotmail.com

Violations

CDI=Corrected During Inspection

R=Repeat Violation

VR=Verification Required

Violation Item	Demerits	Violation Description	CDI	R	VR	Comments
7	2	Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836	No	No	No	Observed no metal stem thermometer. Provide Provide a numerically scaled metal stem-type thermometer accurate to 2°F. 15A NCAC 18A .2807 (h)
10	5	Food contact surfaces properly washed, rinsed, sanitized and air dried; single-service articles not re-used: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814	No	No	No	Observed the multi-service items (plates, spoons, etc) from lunch being washed in a two compartment sink. Multi-service utensils must be washed, rinsed, and sanitized after each use. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (e)
23	2	Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836	No	No	No	Repeat: Observed toys and other childcare items stored in the infant's restroom shower. Limit storage in restrooms to toileting and diapering items only. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).
26	2	Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836	No	No	No	Repeat: Observed the disinfectant above 1000ppm chlorine. *Disinfectant/Sanitizer handout emailed. Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7).
31	2	Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820	No	No	No	Observed the children's coats hanging on hooks that are less than 12" a part- closet by the front door. All of the coats were touching. Coat hooks must be 12 inches apart. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (e).
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 2 pack-n-plays used for sleeping without labels. All cribs, beds, cots and mats must be labeled with each individual child's name. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (c ). -Observed the mattresses in the pack-n-play not 2" thick. *NOTE: It is not recommended to go against the manufacturer's rules and regulations. 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).