5demerits
MRS CHRIS PLAY & LEARN
4609 WILKINSON BV, Charlotte, NC 28208
Child Care · NC permit/State ID 2060420762
Latest result5 demerits
Last inspectedJul 16, 2026
Inspections on record27
On record sinceAug 13, 2013
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Aug 13, 2013Lower is betterJul 16, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jul 16, 2026 5 demerits · 1 violation
#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 −5
Observed date missing on bulk milk brought from home.
**15A NCAC 18A .2806 (d) Specialty bulk milk that is sent from home for consumption by a child while at the child care center may be stored as set forth in the 2800 rules when the child's parent or guardian provides written permission and the specialty bulk milk is sent to the child care center at the beginning of each week unopened, labeled with the date received by the child care center, and labeled with the name of the child to whom the bulk specialty milk belongs. Any remaining bulk specialty milk shall be sent home at the end of the week with the child to whom the bulk specialty milk belongs.
Observed bulk milk stored in the dorm refrigerator.
**15A NCAC 18A .2806 (d) Bulk food stored in a refrigerator shall be stored in the child care center's kitchen or in an approved food preparation area equipped with a full-size refrigerator.
Jan 14, 2026 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations were observed during the inspection
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jul 22, 2025 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations were observed during the inspection.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 17, 2025 2 demerits · 1 violation
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
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 at 250 ppm chlorine. Needs to be 500-800 ppm.
Aug 26, 2024 4 demerits · 2 violations
#28 · Medications properly stored: .2820
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 teacher medications in unlocked bag. Needs to be stored locked. Bag was locked.
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
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 torn couch duct taped in twos room. Needs to be properly repaired. Duct tape can hold bacteria.
Jan 22, 2024 4 demerits · 1 violation
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. Observed hot water in preschool classroom at 50F. Needs to be 80 -110F.
Jul 25, 2023 0 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No violations observed during inspection
#42 · Designated area for sick children; maintained as required; written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events: .2827, .2836
General Comment: The childcare center shall have a written procedure that employees shall follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the center. 15A NCAC 18A .2827 (d). Observed facility does not have a written procedure. Requirement has recently been adopted in rule changes on July 1, 2023. EHS emailed PIC link to page with procedures and rule update information.
Jan 12, 2023 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations were observed during the inspection.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jun 21, 2022 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: There were no demerits issued during today’s inspection.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 23, 2021 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No demerits were observed during the inspection. Good job!
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 11, 2021 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Covid 19 restrictions, no signature required. Only using 3 classes at the time of inspection.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed hole in wall in restroom next to window in afterschool class.
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
Jul 21, 2020 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No points decducted: #39--Observed dust on vent in school age class (near back wall).
NOTE---Only 3 classes beung used at time of inspection.
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed damaged cabinet space under hand sink near art supplies in 3s and counter damaged in unused infants class at hand sink.
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).
Oct 21, 2019 7 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted: #2--Observed teacher washing child's hands and turned water off with bare hands. Use paper towels to turn off water. Spoke with teacher. #27--Observed paint peeling under diaper pad in older toddlers class.
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed dust build up in crevices on stand up ABC activity table, kitchen set (older toddlers), and cars/buses in 3/4s class. Observed cabinet damage around molding near food prep hand sink in older toddlers class.
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).
#48 · Pest control; premises free of conditions that harbor or attract pests: .2831, .2832 −3
Observed insects (stink bugs) in almost every class.
Keep the facility free of rodents, insects and vermin. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b).
Mar 5, 2019 11 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: NO POINTS
31. Observed toys stored under handwashing sink in all rooms. Ensure toys are properly stored, and kept clean.
**Adequate space shall be provided for the storage of equipment, furniture, toys, clothes, linens, backpacks, book bags, diaper bags, beds, cots, mats, and supplies and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (a).
Kim DeLeon
#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836 −3
Observed cots in 2s room with no label system. Cots will be labeled using numbers and sleeping chart, during inspection.
**Sleeping mats, cribs, and cots shall be stored to prevent contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a).
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
REPEAT
Observed changing table underneath mat collecting debris in need of cleaning.
**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).
#35 · Mouth-contact surfaces cleaned and sanitized in rooms designated for children who are not toilet trained: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed sanitizer solution with concentration less than 200ppm quat in toddler room as well as in 2s room. Ensure solution is at the correct concentration, and manufactures instructions are followed.
**In areas where children are not toilet trained, large mouth contact toys and toys not designed to be submerged shall be washed, rinsed in place, sprayed with a sanitizing solution, and allowed to air dry, after use and more frequently when visibly dirty. 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a).
Apr 3, 2018 10 demerits · 3 violations
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
REPEAT
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). Observed laminate peeled from counter top in Infant room; Observed changing table underneath mat collecting debris in need of cleaning.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
REPEAT
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed wall in laundry room damaged under chemical dispenser exposing / damaging dry wall.
#49 · 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 −2
REPEAT
All play ground equipment must be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2832 (c ).Observed steps on childrens play equipment rusted with coating peeling from surfaces in need of repair.
Nov 6, 2017 15 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment:
#12. Defrost and clean freezer section of refrigeration unit in toddler room. Clean gasket on refrigeration unit in toddler room. Recommend providing a different table to store refrigeration unit on in toddler room. Observed refrigeration unit wobbley on table and do not want unit to fall on a child.***Keep all non-food contact surfaces and equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f) and .2809 (1) and (3).
#17. Contact the fire department in regard to type of lock/latching mechanism that can be placed on kitchenette door due to hot water being 120F and above at kitchenette two compartment sink.**Hot water at areas accessible to children shall not exceed 120°F. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e).
#28. Observed container of Vasoline stored in container with diaper rash cream, but container of vasoline did not state any where on container for diaper rash. Container of vasoline locked away at time of inspection.**All medications must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (d).
#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 −5
Observed food products stored in geaneral area of food prep hand washing and diaper changing hand washing sink in infant room. DO NOT STORE FOOD PRODUCTS IN GENERAL AREA OF DIAPER CHANGING SINK. Store food products away from food prep hand washing sink.
All food shall be stored and handled in a manner that protects it from contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (d),(f), .2807 (b), and .2808 (e).
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Replace missing laminate on edge of food prep hand washing counter top in infant room or paint area where laminate is missing. Monitor and repair base of cubbie storage area on counter top in infant room. Clean lower toy shelving in infant room and cracks and crevices of larger toy fixture. Clean roccking chair and toy fixture in toddler room. Thoroughly clean toys, toys shelving and fixtures in after school room. Provide cap on rod on easle in after school room. Replace missing screw/bolt on easle in pre school room.
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).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Clean spots/stains on rug in infant room or replace. Repair missing wall molding and molding around window in toddler room. Repair wall and trim around window in twos room. Repair flooring in after school room. Monitor and repair stained ceiling molding in afteschool room. Clean wall around light switch in after school room.
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
#49 · 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 −2
General cleaning of fixture/toys on infant/toddler playground area. Secure loose fencing on afterschool playground. Secure, replace and repair vinyl siding of daycare on both side of building within the playground area.
Keep the premises clean and free of dilapidated structures and broken play equipment. 15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a).
Jun 14, 2017 10 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Escorted by Kimberly. #34-- Observed dust in crevices on dollhouse in 4s classroom.
#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 −2
Replace missing thermometer in fridge in infants room.
Provide an accurate thermometer in all refrigerators. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (h)
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4
Observed broken/missing nozzle on hand sink in unused classroom.
Keep handwashing sinks clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a).
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
Observed small buggy/ push cart for children stored in restroom in infants room.
Limit storage in restrooms to toileting and diapering items only. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).
#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2
Observed damage on cabinets at hand sinks in 3s and 4s classrooms.
Adequate space shall be provided for the storage of equipment, furniture, toys, clothes, linens, backpacks, book bags, diaper bags, beds, cots, mats, and supplies and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (a).
Oct 10, 2016 15 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment: #8. Observed where daycare had changed out two compartment sink with a single vat sink in kitchenette. REPLACE SINGLE VAT SINK WITH A TWO COMPARTMENT SINK! WILL BE BACK TO CONFIRM THAT SINK HAS BEEN CHANGED! If sink has not been changed another inspection will be conducted and a provisional inspection will be issued. Daycare has another license daycare directly behind this facility. ***All kitchens shall have a 2 or 3 compartment sink with adequate drain board space. 15A NCAC 18A .2810 (a) #29. Observed newly installed wall amounted aerosol dispenser not zip tied or screwed together. Wall mounted aerosol dispenser screwed together at time of inspection.***All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). #34. Remove rocking chair with damaged glider from infant room. Repair damaged laminate on end of coutner top in 2's room. #39. The light bulb that was not shatter proff removed from lamp in infnat room at time of inspection.
#2 · Proper handwashing procedure: .2803, .2836 −5
Observed teacher in 1's classroom not properly wash her hands. Properly wash hands according to hand washing sign posted on wall at hand washing sink!
Handwashing procedure shall include: (1) using liquid soap and tempered water; (2) rubbing hands vigorously with soap and tempered water for 15 seconds; (3) washing all surfaces of the hands, to include the backs of hands, palms, wrists, under fingernails and between fingers; (4) rinsing well for 10 seconds; (5) drying hands with a paper towel or other hand-drying device; and (6) turning off faucet with a paper towel or other method without recontaminating hands. 15A NCAC 18A .2803 (c).
#13 · Proper storage and handling of clean equipment, utensils and single-service articles: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −3
Observed single service articles in box stored on the floor in small kitchenette area. Observed sippy cups stored in basket stored in cabinet area under piping/plumbing fixture to hand washing sink. No single service article storage on the floor. No storage of single service articles or utensil/equipment under plumbing fixtures.
Single-service articles must be kept clean and protected from contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .2809 (8), .2814 (a) and (b).
Do not store food service equipment under exposed sewer lines. 15A NCAC 18A .2814 (b).
#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836 −3
Observed missing cot list in 2's room. Provide cot list matching child name to number on sleeping mat.
All cribs, beds, cots and mats must be labeled with each individual child's name. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (c ).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Touch-up paint in room where needed. Tightly secure loose rubber cove base molding and wall molding throughout in room. Secure molding to ceiling in hallway area. Replace missing corner molding.
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
Jan 28, 2016 17 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Kim Middleton was present during the inspection. **Provisional Item #25 has been corrected.**
NO POINT DEDUCTION
6. Observed a sippy cup that had been drank from was stored inside the infant room refrigerator. **Left over portions of food/milk must not be re-served.
21. Observed one toilet seat was not secure in the infant room. **Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).
47. Observed the pet parrot with no vet visit records. Records for examination must be maintained for any pets. **Any animals kept as pets shall be examined by a veterinarian to determine that they are free from vermin. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (a).
#1 · Handwashing when required: .2803, .2836 −5
Observed a child's hands were not washed after changing his diaper. The child had strong head control.
**Wash hands when required. 15A NCAC 18A .2803 (a)
#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −4
Observed the high chair trays with rough surfaces in the infant room and toddler room.
**Keep all food service equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f)
#27 · 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 −4
Observed the care giver washed the child's hands at the general use hand washing sink and not the designated diaper station sink after changing her diaper.
**Follow the correct diaper changing procedure as described in 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (d).
Observed the diaper changing surface pad was absorbant. Replace with non-absorbant pad.
**Diaper changing surface must be easily cleanable, non-absorbent, smooth, and intact. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (b).
NOTE: Remove the absorbant safety straps if they are not used; replace with non-absorbant style safety straps.
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed some toys/furnishings with rust, toys in the infant room wiuth sticker residue, some area rugs were unraveling, the laminate edges on some counters were damaged/missing, and plastic storage bins/lids were cracked/sharp edges.
**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).
Jan 21, 2016 32 demerits · 8 violations
Inspector comments: Kim Middleton was present during the inspection.
3. (CRITICAL) Observed two individual containers of milk (open) with spoiled milk stored in a cabinet in the after school room. **
22. Observed no toilet paper in the men's restroom. **Keep all restrooms supplied with toilet paper at all times.
31. Observed storage of equipment under the sinks in some care rooms. **Do not store clean equipment beneath exposed sewer lines. Provide covered containers or sealed bags.
47. Observed the pet parrot with no vet visit records. **Any animals kept as pets shall be examined by a veterinarian to determine that they are free from vermin. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (a).
#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 −5
Observed a child's nuggets dated 1/20 in the infant room refrigerator.
**Meals, non-frozen breast milk, formula, and other bottled beverages brought from home shall be returned to the child's home or discarded at the end of each day. 15A NCAC 18A .2804 (d) and (f).
Observed several milk bottled prepared by parents were not dated.
**Label all baby bottles, sippy-cups, and bottled beverages sent from home with the child's name and date it was brought into the facility. 15A NCAC 18A .2804 (d)
#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −4
Observed the infant room bottle warmer with brown residue. thoroughly clean or replace.
**Bottle warming equipment shall be cleaned and sanitized at least daily and when visibly soiled. 15A NCAC 18A .2810 (f) (1) and .2804 (d).
Observed the underside of the highchair trays with dried food debris, and the tray surface were very worn and no longer smooth.
**Keep all food service equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f)
NOTE: The care giver stated the high chair trays were cleaned then sprayed with disinfectant. **Ensure that the high chair trays are cleaned with soapy water and SANITIZER is sprayed and allowed to air dry
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4
(REPEAT) Observed the care room sinks were severely corroded throughout the facility.
Observed the toilet bases and areas surrounding the toilets with urine, and a heavy urine odor, a toilet would not flush in the 2's care room.
***Thoroughly clean all toilet/fixtures including the toilet base daily and when visible soiled.
Observed the hand washing sink in the kitchen was dirty.
**Sinks shall be cleaned and disinfected at least daily, when visibly soiled, and when the designated use of the hand washing sink has been changed. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (c).
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
Observed dishes from lunch were stored inside the hand washing sink in the infant room. Provide a container for storing dirty dishes.
**Hand washing sinks must be free of storage. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a).
Observed some restroom with storage (chairs, jackets, shoes, etc.)
**Limit storage in restrooms to toileting and diapering items only. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).
#25 · Diapering surfaces cleaned and disinfected after each use: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −6
Observed the care giver in the infant room used soap and quat sanitizer to clean the diaper changing surface after changing a soiled diaper.
**To clean and disinfect diapering surface: 1) Spray soapy water onto surface 2) Wipe off soapy water 3) Spray disinfectant onto surface until surface is glistening wet 4) Let disinfectant sit for at least 2 minutes or until air dry. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (d).
#27 · 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 −4
(REPEAT) Observed the diaper changing pad was torn and had exposed cushioning.
**Diaper changing surface must be easily cleanable, non-absorbent, smooth, and intact. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (b).
Observed the care giver in the infant room kept her gloves on through the entire diaper change, did not wipe her hands after removing the her gloves, and after wiping the child's nose used the same wipe to wipe the child's hands.
**Follow the correct diaper changing procedure as described in 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (d).
#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836 −3
(REPEAT) Observed the napping mats were stored with sheets of paper between them. The paper was worn and torn, and did not completely cover the mats.
Observed the cribs in the infant room were not labeled. **All cribs, beds, cots and mats must be labeled with each individual child's name. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (c ).
**Store all sleeping mats so that the floor side of the mats are only touching. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (d).
NOTE: Observed that a child was napping on a pile of stuffed/plush animals. **Ensure that all children sleep on mats, cots, or cribs.
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed a cubby shelf divider was broken, the toy phones needed cleaning in the after school room, and the wicker furniture was damaged in the 2's room
**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).
Jul 30, 2015 22 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment: #21. Clean area behind faucet fixture on diaper changing hand washing sink in toddler room.**Keep hand washing sinks clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a). #25. Provide properly mixed disinfectant at all time 500ppm-800ppm so diaper changing surface can be cleaned and disinfected between uses.**The diaper changing surface shall be properly disinfected between each child. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ). #37. Repair hole in lobby area behind chair. Tightly secure loose rubber base cove moulding near exit door in school age/after school room. Continue to monitor corner wall moulding and secure any loose corner if needed. Did not observe and loose corner wall moulding. **Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.#49. Reattach loos vinyl siding beside exterior heating and cooling unit outside of school age/after school area within the playground area. Address water collecting at base of heating and cooling unit within the playground area outside of 2's/3's/4's room.**Keep the premises clean and free of dilapidated structures and broken play equipment. 15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a).Keep the property free of standing water. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b). Ms. Middleton present at time of inspection. CCA wood has been painted.
#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 −5
Observed 2 baby bottles and sippy cup not properly labeled. Label baby bottles and sippy cups brought from home with child's name and date bottle/sippy cup was brought into day care. Observed opened bag of animal crackers stored in kitchenette are. Store opened packages of dry food products in sealable container, labeled and kept clean.Label all baby bottles, sippy-cups, and bottled beverages sent from home with the child's name and date it was brought into the facility. 15A NCAC 18A .2804 (d)
#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −4
Observed base of bottle warmer soiled in infant room. Thoroughly clean and sanitize bottle warmer at least daily and when visibly soiled. Observed base of high chair and underside of high chair trays soiled. Thoroughly clean base of high chairs and underside of trays on chairs.Bottle warming equipment shall be cleaned and sanitized at least daily and when visibly soiled. 15A NCAC 18A .2810 (f) (1) and .2804 (d).Keep all non-food contact surfaces and equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f) and .2809 (1) and (3).
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Observed disinfectant solution in spray bottle in toddler room too weak. Disinfectant changed in all bottles at time of inspection. Disinfectant shall be 500ppm-800ppm.Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7).
#27 · 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 −4
Observed torn/damaged diaper changing pad in toddler room. Replace torn/damaged diaper changing pad in toddler room.Diaper changing surface must be easily cleanable, non-absorbent, smooth, and intact. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (b).
#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836 −3
Observed sleeping mats throughout in classrooms not properly stored. Observed paper used to separate sleeping mats not large enough to cover sleeping mats. Observed floor side of sleeping mats touching sleeping side of other sleeping mats. Use larger paper to separate sleeping mats.Store all sleeping mats so that the floor side of the mats are only touching. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (d).
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed cracks and crevices on toys in infant and toddler room soiled. Thoroughly clean cracks and crevices on toys in infant/toddler room. Observed teacher chair in 2's room soiled/stained. Clean teacher chair in 2's room or replace. Tighten loose screws/bolts on small play table and chairs in 2's room.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).
May 5, 2015 20 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment: #32 Observed (1) torn/damaged sleeping mat that wasn't being used in infant room. Discard damaged sleeping .**Keep all mats, cots, and cribs clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a). #39. Observed blown light bulbs in light fixture in after school room. Replace blown light bulbs in light fixture. Ms. Middleton present at time of inspection.
#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −4
Thoroughly clean bottle warmer in infant/toddler room. Observed interior of bottle warmer soiled. WIpe/clean interior of cabinet door in kitchenette area.Keep all non-food contact surfaces and equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f) and .2809 (1) and (3).
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4
Observed area around faucet fixtures on hand washing sink in infant/toddler room soiled. Observed loose toilet seat in 3's/4's bathroom. Thoroughly clean area around hand washing faucet fixtures and tighten loose toilet seat on toilet.Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).Keep hand washing sinks clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a). Replace damaged drains in base of sink. Drains in base of sink is pitting and will eventually start leaking.
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
THOROUGHLY CLEAN CRACKS AND CREVICES OF TOY FIXTURES IN INFANT/TODDLER ROOM. Observed cracks and crevices of toys/fixture heavily soiled! Wipe/dust computer monitors in 3's/4's room. Replace or resurface lid on sensory table in 3's/4/ room. Lid on sensory table is splintering. Clean lower toy shelving in 2's/3's room. Repair damaged door on toy fixture in 2's/3s room.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Replace missing wall moulding throughout in rooms. Tightly secure loose rubber cove base moulding and repair wall/area around window in after school room. Repair any leaks around window in after school room if needed. Patch small holes in wall. Monitor crack across ceiling in after school room and repair any roof leaks if needed.Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
#44 · Solid waste properly handled; containers and cleaning equipment kept clean; can cleaning facilities adequate: .2830, .2836 −2
Observed holes in base of trash dumpster replace trash dumpster with holes present.Keep dumpster and garbage containers free of holes and in good repair to prevent insect and vermin nuisances. 15A NCAC 18A .2830 (d).
#49 · 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 −2
Repair missing and damaged siding on both sides of daycare within playground area. Tightly secure loose hand railing leading from classroom area onto the playground area. Nail down protruding nails on steps leading from classroom onto the playground area. Replace damaged tarp/cover to cover sand box.
Nov 13, 2014 17 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment: #7. Observed thermometer missing in refrigeration unit in infant room. Thermometer replaced at time of inspection.**Provide an accurate thermometer in all refrigerators. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (h). #18. Replace missing back flow prevention device on hose bib under steps entering onto playground area from 2's room.**Maintain backflow prevention on all hose bibs and threaded faucets. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (c). #44. Observed base of trash dumpster damaged on the side. Replace damaged dumpster.**Keep dumpster and garbage containers free of holes and in good repair to prevent insect and vermin nuisances. 15A NCAC 18A .2830 (d). Mrs. Chris and Ms. Middleton present at time of inspection. CCA wood sealed 7/30/14. Carpet cleaned 7/30/14. Replace worn cover on sandbox.
#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 −5
Observed baby bottles in infant refrigeration unit not properly labeled with the date. Observed several baby bottles dated 11/14/2014 and (1)bottle that was still in refrigeration unit from yesterday(11/122014). Properly label baby bottles and return baby bottles at the end of the day. Label all baby bottles, sippy-cups, and bottled beverages sent from home with the child's name and date it was brought into the facility. 15A NCAC 18A .2804 (d)
#27 · 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 −4
Observed counter top between diaper changing hand washing sink where diaper changing take place damaged. Repair damaged laminate on diaper changing counter. I recommend sealing laminate with a microbial resistant silicon sealant. Diaper changing surface must be easily cleanable, non-absorbent, smooth, and intact. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (b).
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed toys and cracks and crevices of toys soiled in infant/toddler room. Also observed soft plush toys with stains present. Thoroughly clean toys and cracks and crevices of toys! Clean toys and soft plush toys in infant/toddler room daily if child is observed placing toys in mouth or become stained. Observed radio and books stored in bin labeled dirty toy bin. Do not place items in dirty toy bin if items do not belong in dirty toy bin. Tightly secure and seal loose laminate of side of counter top in after school classroom. Clean toys in 2's room and repair front of toy kitchenette set. Repair door on play kitchen in 3's/4's room.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).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed damaged rug in infant room. Remove or replace damaged rug in infant room. Repair gap around base of exit door leading onto the playground area. Nail in protruding nail in wall in infant room near exit door to playground. Tightly secure paper towel holder to wall in infant/toddler room. Tightly secure wall paper to wall in bathroom in after school room. Repair flooring and base moulding in after school classroom. Monitor wall and ceiling near in 2's room near window and repair if needed. Observed water stains coming down wall. Patch hole in wall in 2's bathroomKeep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
Jun 26, 2014 19 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment: #13 Observed several case of single service articles stored on the floor in office area near kitchenette. Work deliveries up as soon as possible.**Single-service articles must be kept clean and protected from contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .2809 (8), .2814 (a) and (b). #23. Observed chairs stored in infant/toddler bathroom. No storage in bathroom except toileting and diaper changing supplies.**Limit storage in restrooms to toileting and diapering items only. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Chairs removed from bathroom at time of inspection. Throw rugs cleaned 12/22/2013. CCA wood treated 8/30/2012. Left CCA form. Ms. Kimberly Middleton present at time of inspection.
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Observed disinfectant solution in spray bottle too weak. Disinfectant shall be 500ppm-800ppm.Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7).
#27 · 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 −4
Observed diaper changing table and counter damaged. Repair base of diaper changing table and repair diaper changing counter. Recommend replacing base of diaper changing table and sealing counter top on diaper changing counter.Diaper changing surface must be easily cleanable, non-absorbent, smooth, and intact. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (b).
#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836 −3
Observed sleeping mats numbered, but no mat chart present in infant toddler room or 2's room. Provide a mat chart with children name and the numbered mat child suppose to sleep on. Observed 1 torn mat in 3's/4's room. Replace torn damaged mat.All cribs, beds, cots and mats must be labeled with each individual child's name. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (c ).Keep all mats, cots, and cribs clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a).
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed toys and furniture soiled and damaged. Thoroughly clean toys, cracks and crevices of toys in infant/toddler room. Clean handles and underside edges of tables in classroom. Recommend cleaning hard plastic toys with rubbing alcohol when no children are present. After cleaning toys with rubbing alcohol, still clean toys with soapy water solution and apply sanitizer solution. Tighten loose base on chalk board and mirror in after school room. Observed loose laminate on side of counter top in after school room. Tightly secure loose laminate on counter top. Observed front of water fountain soiled near push handle. Thoroughly clean water fountain.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).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed loose and missing wall moulding throughout in different classrooms. Tightly secure and seal loose wall moulding and rubber cove base moulding throughout in different classroom. Observed wall damaged behind toilet in after school bathroom. Have some to check and make sure water supply line to toilet is not leaking then repair wall behind toilet. Observed damaged flooring in after school room. Repair damaged flooring.Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 −2
Observed several light fixtures in infant/toddler room not working. Repair light fixtures or replace blown light bulbs. Observed ceiling vents in classrooms soiled. Thoroughly clean vents in classrooms.Keep all light fixtures clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (a).Keep all ventilation related equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (b).
Aug 19, 2013 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: . 18- General Comment: Observed no back flow prevention device on outside hose bib. **Maintain backflow prevention on all hose bibs and threaded faucets. See Rule .2815 (c).Ms. Kimberly Middleton and Mrs. Chris present during inspection.Provisional Item #29 corrected.
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4
Observed a loose toilet seat in the 3's classroom. Sink in need of caulking in 3's classroom. **Keep toilets clean and in good repair. See rule .2817 (a).**Keep handwashing sinks clean and in good repair. See rule .2818 (a).
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed furniture and couches with edges fraying and damaged.**Toys, equipment, furniture, and any other items accessible to the children shall be kept clean and in good repair. See rule .2822 (a), (b).
Aug 19, 2013 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: . 18- General Comment: Observed no back flow prevention device on outside hose bib. **Maintain backflow prevention on all hose bibs and threaded faucets. See Rule .2815 (c).Ms. Kimberly Middleton and Mrs. Chris present during inspection.Provisional Item #29 corrected.
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4
Observed a loose toilet seat in the 3's classroom. Sink in need of caulking in 3's classroom. **Keep toilets clean and in good repair. See rule .2817 (a).**Keep handwashing sinks clean and in good repair. See rule .2818 (a).
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed furniture and couches with edges fraying and damaged.**Toys, equipment, furniture, and any other items accessible to the children shall be kept clean and in good repair. See rule .2822 (a), (b).
Aug 13, 2013 28 demerits · 7 violations
Inspector comments: 18- Observed no back flow prevention device on hose bib in playground under steps.**Maintain backflow prevention on all hose bibs and threaded faucets. See Rule .2815 (c).30- General Comment: Observed disinfectant and sanitizer spray bottles stored just below 5' from floor in 3/4's clasroom. **Approved non-hazardous products must be stored 5 ft above the floor or behind lock and key. See rule .2820 (b), (c ) and (d).34- General Comment: Observed care giver state toys were cleaned in diaper changing sink.**Hard plastic toys may be washed, rinsed, and sanitized in a dishwasher, food preparation handwashing sink, or in the kitchen sink. See rule .2822 (a) and .2810 (f). 35- General Comment: Observed care giver state toys were sprayed with sanitizer and not submerged.**In areas where children are not toilet trained, small mouth contact toys shall be washed, rinsed, sanitized (submerged for 2 minutes), and allowed to air dry, after use and more frequently when visibly dirty. See rule .2822 (a).37- Carpet Cleaning- 7/22/201346- CCA Wood Date- 8/30/201248- General Comment: Observed ant pile in outside play area.**Keep the facility free of rodents, insects and vermin. See rule .2831 (b).Ms. Kimberly Middleton present during inspection.Provisional Handout given.
#2 · Proper handwashing procedure: .2803, .2836 −5
Observed care giver turn off faucet with bare hand.**Handwashing procedure shall include: (1) using liquid soap and tempered water; (2) rubbing hands vigorously with soap and tempered water for 15 seconds; (3) washing all surfaces of the hands, to include the backs of hands, palms, wrists, under fingernailsand between fingers; (4) rinsing well for 10 seconds; (5) drying hands with a paper towel or other hand-drying device; and (6) turning off faucet with a paper towel or other method without recontaminating hands. See rule .2803 (c).
#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 −5
Observed cereal and crackers improperly stored in the 3/4's classroom and in kitchen/lounge.**Store all foods in approved re-sealable bags or containers once opened. See rule .2806 (a)
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4
Observed toilet not properly not flushing in the After School and 2's classroom. A loose toilet seat in the 2's and 3/4's classroom. Drain fixture on most handwashing sinks corroded. Laminate damage to some countertops. **Keep toilets clean and in good repair. See rule .2817 (a).**Keep handwashing sinks clean and in good repair. See rule .2818 (a).
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Observed disinfectant spray bottles throughout facility at 250 ppm chlorine. **Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. See rule .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7).
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820 −6
Observed an aerosol Mosquito repellant stored in teacher bag just below 5' from the floor. Chapstick unlocked in the 2's classroom and After School within 5' of the floor.**All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. See rule .2820 (b).
#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2
Observed clean linen and other storage stored below sinks.** Do not store clean items under exposed sewage lines. See rule .2820 (a)**Adequate space shall be provided for the storage of equipment, furniture, toys, clothes, linens, backpacks, book bags, diaper bags, beds, cots, mats, and supplies and shall be kept clean. See rule .2820 (a).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed wall, baseboard and floor damage throughout facility. **Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. See rule sections .2824 and .2825.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “MRS CHRIS PLAY & LEARN” or State ID 2060420762). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.