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NameLEAFSPRING SCHOOL AT MCALPINE
Address9239 BAYBROOK LN
 
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28277
Premise Type42 - Child Care
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 8/13/2024
Final Score @ Grade
23
General Comments

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
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 15A NCAC 18A .2804 (h) After the completion of each feeding, any leftover formula, human milk, or other bottled beverages used during the feeding shall be discarded or sent home with the child whose name is on the label for the formula, human milk, or bottled beverage at the end of each day. Feeding is complete when the child care center employee has stopped feeding the child and the child has been removed from the feeding area in the child care center and returned to other activities. Bottles previously used for feeding shall not be returned to communal mechanical refrigeration. Observed bottle on counter in infant room, staff stated that the baby no longer wanted it and she was holding it for an hour in case she wanted it again. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (a) Once pre-packaged food has been opened, the food shall be stored in clean, resealable bags or containers made of plastic or glass that are tightly covered and manufactured for the purpose of food storage. Repeat-Observed large bag of sugar open, needs to be put into a lidded container and labeled. Drinking cups in sugar, use cups with handle or scoop. Keep handle out of food.
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 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (e) Multi-service articles, including highchair feeding trays, shall be washed, rinsed and sanitized in the child care center kitchen after each use. Observed build-up on under sides of high chair trays, send to kitchen even if used for art. 15A NCAC 18A .2810 (f) Bottle warming equipment shall be cleaned and sanitized per rule .2812 and the manufacturer's instructions. Discussion with staff in infant room said they wash and rinse bottle warmer but not sanitize. Follow preceding rule. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (d) For fixed equipment and utensils and equipment that are too large to sanitize in a dishwashing machine or dishwashing sink, a spray-on or wipe-on sanitizer of sufficient chemical strength as indicated in Subparagraph (b)(5) of this Rule shall be used. Observed build-up on ice machine guard, put on a regular cleaning cycle. **dishwashing procedure in 3-comp needs to be reversed where sanitizer basin is over the Dishmachine. Dirty dish basin will be far right.
13 3 Proper storage and handling of clean equipment, utensils and single-service articles: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 No No No 15A NCAC 18A .2814 (a) In child care centers, food-contact surfaces, equipment, utensils, and single service articles shall be protected from contamination. Observed single service ware and cups stored exposed in open cabinet or with lips exposed.
19 0 Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836 No No No 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).Drinking fountains, if provided, shall be separate from handwash lavatories and kept clean. Observed build-up around nozzle bases. Needs more thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).. The water pressure of a drinking fountain shall be regulated so that an individual's mouth does not come in contact with the nozzle and so that water does not splash on the floor. Observed water pressure too high and splattering onto floor, needs regulating
21 0 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 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed a couple toilets with toilet paper barrier on seats. Teachers need to check toilets more frequently for cleanliness.
23 0 Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 No No No 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (e) Handwash signs shall be posted at every handwash lavatory area. The signs shall instruct children and child care center employees to wash their hands in accordance with Rule .2803. Observed missing hand wash sign. CDI-gave hand wash signs, diaper changing signs and potty training signs.
26 2 Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 No No No 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (i) An approved disinfectant shall be provided for cleaning purposes. When a chlorine solution is prepared by a child care center employee for use as an approved disinfectant, then the solution shall be prepared for use within 24 hours, and a testing method shall be used to ensure compliance with the prescribed chlorine concentration (500 -800 ppm). Observed disinfectant in Village classroom ~100 ppm chlorine. Use test strips to get proper strength.
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 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (f).Linens shall be kept clean, in good repair, and stored with the mat or cot that the linens are assigned to or stored apart from the mattress or cot in a manner that keeps the linens used for each child separate from the linens belonging to other children. Observed blankets being stored under sheets while stacked, yellow willows. Blankets need to be stored separately from cot 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (c). Beds, cots, and mats shall be assigned and labeled for use by an individual child and equipped with individual linens. Observed cribs were not individually labeled. Labeling was on wall, label cribs
34 4 Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 No No No 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a) Toys, equipment, furniture, and any other items accessible to the children shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed bins and large toys with debris. More frequent cleaning needed
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 15A NCAC 18A .2825 (a) In child care centers, the walls and ceilings, including doors and windows, of all rooms and areas, shall be kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. All walls and ceilings shall be free of peeling, flaking, chalking, or otherwise deteriorating paint. Observed stained ceiling tiles in 3’s class. Walls, light switch plates, door jambs with smudges throughout. Observed storage on floor in several areas, keep items off floor for ease of cleaning.
39 0 Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 No No No 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (b).Windows and window treatments shall be kept clean and in good repair. All ventilation equipment, including air supply diffusers, return grilles, and fans shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed dusty ceiling vents in several areas.
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 15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a). Child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, shall be kept clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. Observed toy bin and tires with standing water. Mosquito larvae observed in tires.