| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
13
|
0
|
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 cups, plates, plastic ware stored below spray bottles. Protect from contamination. |
|
15
|
6
|
Hot water supplied and maintained in the kitchen: .2815, .2836 |
No |
No
|
No |
15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) (e) Hot water used for cleaning and sanitizing utensils and laundry shall be provided at a minimum temperature of 120 degrees Fahrenheit at the point of use. Observed hot water in kitchen 117F. Must be >120F |
|
16
|
4
|
Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 |
No |
No
|
No |
15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. Observed several hand sinks 112-113F in classrooms. Adjust mixing valve to 80-110F |
|
17
|
0
|
Hot water in excess of 120ºF not allowed in areas accessible to children |
No |
No
|
No |
15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) Hot water that exceeds 120 degrees Fahrenheit is a burn hazard and shall not be provided in areas accessible to children. Observed hot water at hall bathroom 122F. CDI-adjusted mixing valve. |
|
19
|
0
|
Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836 |
No |
No
|
No |
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 fountains with pressure too high. Need to be regulated |
|
20
|
0
|
No identified lead poisoning hazards in accordance with NCGS 130A-131.7(7): .2816 |
No |
No
|
No |
15A NCAC 18A .2816 (b) (1) Child care operators, as defined under G.S. 110-86(7), shall test, once every three years, all water outlets used for drinking or food preparation. Samples shall also be collected and tested within 30 calendar days of completion of any renovations or repairs that may impact the facility's drinking water infrastructure, such as repair or replacement of all or part of drinking water service lines or faucets, at impacted outlets. The operator shall provide documentation of testing results for review by the Department during each unannounced routine sanitation inspection. Observed no current water samples. Must be within 3 years |
|
22
|
3
|
Soap, approved hand drying devices, toilet tissue paper available: .2817, .2818, .2836 |
No |
No
|
No |
15A NCAC 18A .2818 (d). Liquid soap and disposable towels or other hand-drying devices shall be provided at every handwash lavatory area. Observed handsinks without soap/paper towels. Provide soap/paper towels at all hand sinks. |
|
28
|
6
|
Medications properly stored: .2820 |
No |
No
|
No |
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (d).Medications, including prescription and non-prescription items, shall be stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container and shall not be stored above food. Observed eczema/rash cream unlocked in 3 classrooms. Diaper creams can be stored 5 feet up without being locked, creams that are not intended for diaper rash must be locked (eczema, hydrocortisone, etc) |
|
31
|
2
|
Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 |
No |
No
|
No |
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f) A child's coats, hats, bags, and other items or accessories belonging to a child that are stored using cubicles, lockers, or coat hooks shall not come into contact with stored items belonging to other children. Observed children’s items stored touching each other. |
|
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 (a). In child care centers, beds, cribs, cots, mats, and play pens shall be kept clean and in good repair, stored to prevent contamination, and cleaned and sanitized between users. Observed trifold mats stored touching each other. Trifold mats need barrier to protect sleeping side from another child’s mat.
15A NCAC 18A .2821 (d). Mats shall be of a waterproof, washable material at least two inches thick. Observed mats 1” thick in several classrooms. |
|
34
|
0
|
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 tape residue on furniture, shelving, etc. |