Childcare Network #91

Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance).One (1) file had an expired qualification letter that expired on 4/13/26.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/1/2026

Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In space #4, I observed a multiple outlet plug with outlet covers missing.

Violation corrected during visit

All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In two (2) vehicles I observed hazardous items accessible (car oil and a windshield defroster).

Violation corrected during visit

Application for employment and date of birth was not on file for all staff. One (1) staff file did not have an employment application on file.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 1/5/2026

The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional. One (1) medical action plan was not updated annually.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 1/5/2026

All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. On the 2’s playground, there were three (3) seat swings in need or repair/replacement, the strap’s were missing the clasp, entire strap or were too short.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 1/5/2026

A violation was found for which there is no item number.15A NCAC 18A .2815 WATER SUPPLY (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. Water in areas accessible to children shall be tempered between 80 degrees Fahrenheit and 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot water that exceeds 120 degrees Fahrenheit is a burn hazard and shall not be provided in areas accessible to children. For handwash lavatories used exclusively by school-age children, the requirement to provide water tempered between 80 degrees Fahrenheit and 110 degrees Fahrenheit shall not apply. In the event of the loss of hot water at the child care center, the operator shall immediately notify the local health department that serves the county in which the child care center is located.

Violation corrected during visit

Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In space #9, I observed one (1) outlet uncovered.

Violation corrected during visit

All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards. I observed one (1) bus with three (3) seats that had rips/tears.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/9/2025

Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. I observed one (1) staff file without an updated annual staff evaluation.

Violation corrected during visit

Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. During the visit, I received a copy a new fire inspection report completed for 4/4/25, the inspection needed to be sent on or before 4/11/25.

Violation corrected during visit

The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. I observed a set of bags that were used for gardening activities with warning labels for children. I observed pieces of trash observed throughout the school-age playground.

Violation corrected during visit

A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. In space #2, I observed a topical ointment with an expired permission form.

Violation corrected during visit

The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Mulch was needed in the school-age and preschool playgrounds, the depth did not meet the requirement of six (6) inches.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 1/21/2025

Toilet fixtures were not cleaned and disinfected at least daily and when visibly soiled. In space #8, a toilet was in need of flushing.

Violation corrected during visit

A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date. In space #2, I observed an expired diaper cream from 7/2024.

Violation corrected during visit

Screen time was offered to children under three years of age. In space #4, children of one-year-age and two-years-of age were watching an iPad in a learning center.

Violation corrected during visit

Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below. In space #1, the classroom fridge read fifty (50) degrees F.

Violation corrected during visit

A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. The schedule did not reflect was what taking place during today's visit In space #2.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 6/18/2024

First aid kit and/or fire extinguisher was not located in vehicle; kit and/or extinguisher was not mounted or secured if in passenger area. The fire extinguisher was not mounted nor secure. I observed a broken latch over the extinguisher on the floor of the bus.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 6/18/2024

All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards. I observed the bus seats badly torn and ripped with visible cushions protruding out.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 6/18/2024