8demerits
NORTHEAST CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL ACADEMY
827 TOM HUNTER RD, Charlotte, NC 28213
Child Care · NC permit/State ID 2060421096
Latest result8 demerits
Last inspectedAug 21, 2026
Inspections on record22
On record sinceAug 16, 2013
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Aug 16, 2013Lower is betterAug 21, 2026
Inspections & violations
Aug 21, 2026 8 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Director, Towanda White-Miller, was present during re-inspection. Report emailed to:
Tw0894@gmail.com
Stephanie.Palmer@dhhs.nc.gov
#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −4
15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f) Kitchen surfaces that are not food-contact surfaces shall be kept clean. Observed cleaning needed to inside of microwave in kitchen.
#20 · No identified lead poisoning hazards in accordance with NCGS 130A-131.7(7): .2816
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. Center has started enrollment process for required water sampling. Enrollment process was verified on Clean Water for Kids website with a date of 8/20/2026. If sampling is not completed by next routine unannounced inspection, demerits will be taken. -General comment.
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (c ) Sanitizing, disinfecting, and detergent solutions shall be labeled with the product name (ex. "Sanitizer"). Observed 1 spray bottle containing water not labeled in toddler restroom. During time of inspection bottle was labeled. -General comment.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
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 touch up paint needed to walling in toddler classroom.
Aug 7, 2026 15 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: *EHS will complete re-inspection within 7 calendar days. Report emailed to:
Tw0894@gmail.com
Stephanie.Palmer@dhhs.nc.gov
#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
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. Observed bulk container of milk stored in dorm sized refrigerator in classroom 113.
#20 · No identified lead poisoning hazards in accordance with NCGS 130A-131.7(7): .2816 −6
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. Required lead water testing last completed 5/24/2023. CRITICAL VIOLATION.
#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
15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed general cleaning needed to first toilet in room 113. -General comment.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
15A NCAC 18A .2824 (b). Floors and floor coverings in sleeping and play areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed minor staining to colorful floor rug in room 113. Observed minor touch up paint needed to walling in classroom 110.
Feb 13, 2026 13 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Lead water testing expires on 5/24/2026. Sonia Sweeney was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to:
Tw0894@gmail.com
Stephanie.Palmer@dhhs.nc.gov
#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
15A NCAC 18A .2804 (i) A water bottle that a child brings to the child care center from home and that is used only for water consumption by that child shall be exempt from the requirements of 2804 (h). Instead, the water bottle shall be labeled with the name of the child to whom the water bottle belongs, individually stored in the child's cubby, and sent home with the child at the end of the day. Observed water bottles brought from children’s home in classroom 110 stored in cubbies not labeled with child’s name.
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.
Observed bulk container of speciality milk and bulk container of apple juice stored in dorm sized refrigerator in classroom 113.
#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −4
15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f) Kitchen surfaces that are not food-contact surfaces shall be kept clean. Observed inside of microwave with food debris build up in classroom 113.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
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 tape residue build up to walling in classroom 110.
Aug 14, 2025 5 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Director, Towanda White-Miller, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to:
Tw0894@gmail.com
Stephanie.Palmer@dhhs.nc.gov
#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
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. Observed bulk milk and bulk juice stored in dorm sized refrigerator in 1 classroom.
#42 · Designated area for sick children; maintained as required; written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events: .2827, .2836
15A NCAC 18A .2827 (d). The child care center shall have written procedures 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. The procedures shall address the specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of
employees, children, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. Center did not have required procedure, EHS provided center with procedure during time of inspection. -General comment.
Feb 11, 2025 0 demerits · 1 violation
#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
Observed no diaper changing sign posted at changing table. Sign was provided during inspection. GENERAL COMMENT
**15A NCAC 18A .2819 (h) Signs that instruct child care center employees on proper methods of diaper changing and handwashing as set forth in the rules of this Section shall be posted in each diaper changing area.
Jul 30, 2024 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations were observed during the inspection.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Apr 18, 2024 2 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: NOTE: Kitchen and the gymnasium are both going through renovations at this time.
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
Observed no handwash sign in one of the licensed classrooms. Signs provided during the inspection.
**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
Nov 29, 2023 4 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Today the center was only using room 110. All other spaces are still licensed.
#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
Observed toilet in room 110 in need of cleaning.
**15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed water stained ceiling tiles near the entrance to the gym.
**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.
Jun 16, 2023 10 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Per conversation with Director, child lunches are brought from, EHS advises center to follow the below rules regarding lunches/food brought from home.
-Label all food brought from home with the child’s name and the date that the food was brought into the facility. Meals containing potentially hazardous foods shall be refrigerated at 45F or below. 15A NCAC 18A .2804 (f).
EHS and Director discussed the procedure for cleaning water play-tables
-water play centers shall be filled just prior to each water play session. Water shall be emptied after each session or more often is visibly soiled. The water play centers including toys, shall be cleaned and sanitized at least daily or more often if visibly soiled. Water play is prohibited during the outbreak and investigation of communicable diseases at the site. Wading pools are not considered water play centers and are regulated under 15A NCAC 18A .2500
15A NCAC 18A .2822 (c)
Director, Towanda White-Miller was present during time of inspection, report emailed to the following:
Tw0894@gmail.com
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2
Prepare a wipe-on or spray-on sanitizer daily at 50 to 200 ppm chlorine. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (d). Observed sanitizer measuring below required range.
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7). Observed disinfectant at 200ppm chlorine during time of inspection.
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820
All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). Observed chemical cleaner and Clorox disinfectant wipes on high shelving in restroom. Observed aerosol glue on high shelving. Hazardous items were properly locked during time of inspection. EHS emailed director a hazardous items storage guide.
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3
Purses, that do not contain hazardous items, must be stored 5 ft above the floor, behind lock and key, or behind a child safety lock. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f). Observed employee personal purse below 5 feet in classroom 1.
#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836 −3
All cribs, beds, cots and mats must be labeled with each individual child's name. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (c ). Observed sleeping cots not labeled with child’s name in classroom 1.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed minor stained ceiling tile outside of classroom 1 and in main entrance near group restrooms. EHS advises center to ensure no active leak is occurring and to have stained ceiling tiles replaced/repaired.
Dec 11, 2019 4 demerits · 2 violations
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2
Observed sanitizer around 250ppm in the restroom in room 100. Water was added to dilute mixture.
**Prepare a wipe-on or spray-on sanitizer daily at 50 to 200 ppm chlorine. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (d)
#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 −2
Observed dust build up on vent cover in the restroom in room 113. Needs to be cleaned.
**Keep all ventilation related equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (b).
Feb 22, 2019 10 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: No demerits were issued for the following:
21. Observed loose toilet seat in the restroom in room 113. Needs to be tightened.
**Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Observed disinfectant at 250ppm in the restroom in room 113. Needs to be replaced and ensure that concentration falls within range.
**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 tear in the diaper changing pad. Needs to be replaced to ensure that moisture cannot build up inside of padding.
**Diaper changing surface must be easily cleanable, non-absorbent, smooth, and intact. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (b).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed leak in the ceiling in the gym. Needs to be repaired. Observed water stained ceiling tiles in room 113. Needs to be replaced and determine if leak is ongoing.
**Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
Jul 12, 2018 13 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: No Points Deducted:
5. Observed two cartons of raw eggs stored in the dorm sized refrigerator on the shelf over milk and juice. CDI- Eggs thrown away.
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).
Per Ms. Preston, the eggs were not to be used, they were just going to use the cartons. It has been explained that cartons that previously contained eggs are NOT to be used. Use "egg" cartons that have never contained eggs (ex. from a craft store).
12. Observed the microwave in the class with buildup. Clean.
Keep all non-food contact surfaces and equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f) and .2809 (1) and (3).
Ms. Carolyn Preston Present today during the inspection.
#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 −2
Observed no stem probe thermometer onsite.
Provide a numerically scaled metal stem-type thermometer accurate to 2°F. 15A NCAC 18A .2807 (h).
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2
Observed the sanitizer above 200ppm chlorine. *Disinfectant & Sanitizer makeup handout emailed.
Prepare sanitizer between 50-200 ppm chlorine daily.
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Repeat: Observed the disinfectant greater than 1000ppm chlorine. *Disinfectant & Sanitizer makeup handout emailed.
Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7).
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3
-Observed a bag of planting soil labeled "Keep Out of Reach of Children" stored unlocked in a cabinet below 5 feet. CDI- Moved on top of the cabinet.
Approved non-hazardous products must be stored 5 ft above the floor or behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b), (c ) and (d).
-Observed the label rubbed off of the sanitizer bottle in the room being used for the summer. CDI- Relabeled.
All sanitizing solutions shall be labeled with the word "sanitizer". 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (c ).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
-Observed the carpet fraying in the room being used for the summer.
-Observed the wall peeling behind the toilet in the girl's restroom in the class being used for the summer.
-Observed the bottom of the wall in the gym in disrepair due to an old water leak. Per Ms. Preston, repairs will be done soon.
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
Jan 12, 2018 8 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: No Demerits Issued for the Following:
29. Observed Febreeze aerosol in unlocked restroom, restroom is not used by children. Observed aerosol Elmers glue in unlocked cabinet above 5 feet in classroom 110. Spoke with caregivers about even though its glue, since its an aerosol it has to be behind lock and key.
**All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b).
Carolyn Preston was present during the inspection.
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Observed disinfectant at 20ppm in classroom 110.
**Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed water stained ceiling tiles in hallway near classroom 110 and inside classroom 113. Observed ripped carpet in classroom 113. Needs to be repaired.
**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 light shield missing in hallway near the kitchen. Needs to be repaired.
**Keep all light fixtures clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (a).
Sep 21, 2017 11 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection was led by Jamil Blackmon and supervised by Tasharra Kenion, REHS.
Note: #29 - (CRITICAL) Observed the office door was left open. If hazardous items, medication and other items are stored in the office, ensure the door remains closed and locked when not occupied. Provide separate lockable storage of all hazardous items.
#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 several bag lunches prepared by parents not properly labeled; were not dated.
Label all food brought from home with the child’s name and the date that the food was brought into the facility. 15A NCAC 18A .2804 (f)
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Observed disinfectant at 50 ppm in restroom of room 110. Observed disinfectant at 250 ppm in room 113. No children in diapers were present.
Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed broken ceiling light shield and ceiling tiles on hallways and care room. Observed wall damage at baseboard and wall staining in gym. Observed carpet torn/damaged, a several area with re-surfacing stains in room 113. Recommend replacing carpet.
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.b
May 2, 2017 10 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Ms. Preston was present during the inspection.
NO POINTS ISSED FOR THE FOLLOWING:
5. Observed commercially packaged almond milk sent by a parent was labeled with date opened 4/19 and as stored in dorm style refrigerator in room 113. **Ensure that commercialy packaged milk sent by parents are unopened containers sent in on Monday and returned to the parent on Friday of the same week. Commercially containers of milk must be stored in kitchen refrigerator (not dorm style refrigerator).
25. (CRITICAL) Observed tylenol, alcohol wipes, neosporin and other medications were stored in an unlocked first-aid kit on a shelf in room 110. **Store all medication in a separate locked box or cabinet.
#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −4
Observed the interior of the microwave with damaged / flaking protective coating. Replace microwave.
**Keep all food service equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f)
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
(REPEAT) Observed no hand washing sign post at the kitchen hand washing sink. Provided operator with two hand washing signs.
**Hand washing signs shall be posted at all hand washing areas. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (e)
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed ceiling leaks in room 113 and hallways. Repair all leaks and replace ceiling water damaged ceiling tiles.
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
Nov 3, 2016 13 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Carolyn Preston was presnet during inspection. The following were inspected: 110, 113, kitchen, gym, custodian closet, playground.
#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
Repeat Non Compliance: Observed children's lunches brought from home were not labeled with date.
Observed opened bag of cheerios located in top cabinet.
**Label all food brought from home with the child’s name and the date that the food was brought into the facility. 15A NCAC 18A .2804 (f)
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
Observed hand wash sign not present in kitchen and hall restrooms.. Hand wash sign attached to email.
Observed single service cups stored under sink in room 113. Cups were removed.
**Handwashing sinks must be free of storage. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a).
**Hand washing signs shall be posted at all hand washing areas. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (e)
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Repeat Non Compliance: Observed disinfectant in both restrooms below 500 parts per million.
**Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Repeat Non Compliance: Observed stained carpet located room 113.
**Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
Jun 22, 2016 11 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Carolyn Preston was presnet during inspection. The following were inspected: 110, 113, kitchen, gym, custodian closet, playground.
#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
Repeat Non Compliance: Observed children's lunches brought from home were not labeled with date.
**Label all food brought from home with the child’s name and the date that the food was brought into the facility. 15A NCAC 18A .2804 (f)
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Repeat Non Compliance: Observed disinfectant in both restrooms below 500 parts per million.
**Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed stained carpet located room 113.
Observed carpet cleaning date not documented.
**Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
Nov 16, 2015 11 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Carolyn Preston was present during the insepction. The following areas were inspected: room 110, room 113, kitchen, gym, custodian closet. The following handout were issued by email: the child care sanitation rule book, our hand washing sign, Sanitizer and Disinfectant preparation procedures and a bleach dilution chart
#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 the children's lunchs brough from home were not labeled with the date.
**Label all food brought from home with the child’s name and the date that the food was brought into the facility. 15A NCAC 18A .2804 (f)
#19 · Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836 −2
Observed both hallway drinking fountains with black and pink residue on the foucets.
**Keep water fountains clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
Observed no hand washing sign was posted at the kitchen hand washing sink.
**Hand washing signs shall be posted at all hand washing areas. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (e)
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Repeat Non-Compliance - Observed the disinfectant solution was at 0ppm chlorine in room 110 restroom.
**Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7).
Mar 26, 2015 12 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: #13 Observed singe service spoon with debris present at spoon end. Kids have not returned from outside and spoon was replaced. Keep single service items clean and in good repair. #30 Observed broom and bucket stored in bathroom of room 110. Limit storage to diapering and toileting items only. Ms. Preston was present during inspection.**Per Ms. Preston linen is taken off site and washed at laundry mat.
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Repeat Non Compliance: Observed bathroom disinfectant under the required 500 parts per million chlorine concentration solution. **Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7).
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Obsereved sticky tape residue present on shelving in room 110, damaged card board boxes in 110 and a blue chair cover stained in room 113. **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
Repeat Non Compliance: Observed water stained ceiling tiles in room 108. **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 heavy dust build up on blinds througout facility, with a corner of a light fixture detached from ceiling in room 113. **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).
Jul 31, 2014 10 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: #29 Observed hazardous products stored 7ft off the ground in kitchen. Kitchen is not utilized to prepare food all lunches are brought from home. Kids were down for a nap during time of inspection._ Keep door locked to kitchen when not in use. **All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). #34 Observed sticky tape residue present on shelving and toys throughout class rooms 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).#31 Observed hall closet cluttered in need of reorganizing to facilitate easy cleaning. **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).List of approved space has been requested. Hand out was given on proper procedures to prepare sanitizer/disinfectant. Ms. Carolyn Preston was present during inspection
#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 −2
Observed thermometer missing in 113 fridge. **Provide an accurate thermometer in all refrigerators. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (h)
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2
Observed sanitizer above 200 ppm chlorine limit. **Provide sanitizer test kit. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (g)
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Repeat Non Compliance: Observed disinfectant below 500 ppm chlorine solution. **Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7).-bleach used was 8.25%: Handout was given on proper procedures.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed stained ceiling tiles in room 108 in need of repair. Observed slight wall damage/ sticky tape residue in class rooms 113, 108 in need of patching, cleaning. **Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
Aug 22, 2013 8 demerits · 2 violations
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed water at washer at 112F. New water heater was put in. Turn settings up so that the water in the washer will reach a minumum of 120F.**Hot water supplied to clothes washing machines shall be 120 F or above. See Rule .2815 (e).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed ceiling in the gym (by the back door) falling. Roofers onsite today assessing the issue.**Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. See rule sections .2824 and .2825.
Aug 16, 2013 18 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: 16. Observed water in the washing machine at 75F.**Hot water supplied to clothes washing machines shall be 120 F or above. See Rule .2815 (e).27. Employee in room 113 verbalized a diaper (pull-up) change (if a child had a BM) incorrectly. **Follow the correct diaper changing procedure as described in rule .2819 (d).30. In room 110, the bottle labeled sanitizer was filled with soapy water. Fill and label all chemical bottles correctly.**All sanitizing solutions shall be labeled with the word "sanitizer". See rule .2820 (c ).ReInspection will be within 7 days.Provisional Handout provided.Website handout was provided. Ms. Carolyn Preston present.
#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −4
Observed shelves in the kitchen refrigerator used by the child care collecting black furry buildup.Observed residue, debris, and what appears to be droppings collecting inside the kitchen cabinets.**Keep all non-food contact surfaces and equipment clean and in good repair. See rule .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
Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed bottle of disinfectant above 1,000 ppm chlorine. Bottle was remade.**Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. See rule .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7).
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820 −6
Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed bottles of cleaner, renizit, and aerosol spray stored unlocked in file cabinet in room 108 (church storage). Door was open. *Keep door to the room closed and locked.Observed large bottle of pots & pans detergent and hand soap both labeled 'Keep out of reach of children with additional warnings' stored in cabinet over handsink in room 113. Children were down for nap.**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
Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed clean toys stored under handsink pipe in room 113. Per Ms. Carolyn Preston, toys were clean. Ms. Preston was informed that if clean items are to be stored under handsink pipe, they shall be protected.** Do not store clean items under exposed sewage lines. 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
Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed ceiling falling in the gym by the back door.**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 “NORTHEAST CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL ACADEMY” or State ID 2060421096). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.