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STRATFORD RICHARDSON YMCA
1946 WEST BV, Charlotte, NC 28208
Child Care · NC permit/State ID 2060421216
Latest result0 demerits
Last inspectedAug 7, 2026
Inspections on record29
On record sinceDec 31, 2013
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Dec 31, 2013Lower is betterAug 7, 2026
Inspections & violations
Aug 7, 2026 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations were observed during the inspection
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 24, 2026 6 demerits · 3 violations
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
Observed water reach 118F in older kids classroom.
**15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children.
#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 sink with slow drain in classroom 2. GENERAL COMMENT
**15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a). Lavatories shall be kept clean and in good repair
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
Observed balls stored in the restroom in classroom 1.
**15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Storage in toilet rooms shall be limited to toileting and diapering supplies.
Observed no handwash sign in classroom 4.
**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
Jul 31, 2025 2 demerits · 2 violations
#2 · Proper handwashing procedure: .2803, .2836
Observed child turn off water without using a proper barrier to prevent decontaminating their hands. Redirected by staff. GENERAL COMMENT
**15A NCAC 18A.2803 (e). Handwashing procedures 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 the hands under tempered water 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.
#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 −2
Observed no thin probe thermometer during the inspection.
**15A NCAC 18A .2807 (h) Metal stem-type, thin probe, numerically scaled indicating product thermometers, accurate to ± 3 degrees Fahrenheit shall be used to ensure the maintenance of the internal cooking temperatures of all potentially hazardous foods required under this Rule.
Mar 31, 2025 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations noted.
EHS and Director discussed facility has obtained new chemical ice packs that now state “Keep out of Reach of Children” and have additional warnings. EHS stated these need to be stored behind lock and key.
EHS observed hot box at 135F. EHS had recommended setting the temperature slightly higher to give facility more of a window for maintaining food at 135F or above. Staff stated hot box is turned on by the caterer just before food is moved to the hot box. EHS advised turning on hot box a half hour before to allow hot box to reach holding temperature before putting food in the hot box as best practices.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 4, 2024 9 demerits · 4 violations
#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 (g) Food shall be stored above the floor and in a manner to protect it from dust, pests, drip, splash, and other contamination. Observed bleach stored over food in kitchen. Food should be stored protected from contamination.
#28 · Medications properly stored: .2820
General Comment:
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 small neosporin in red first aid bag in room 1. Needs to be stored locked.
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed aerosol spray paint and super glue stored in unlocked cabinets in Room 2. Director stated this room is not being used regularly and mostly left closed. Room was not being used on day of inspection. Needs to be stored locked.
* Classroom has been being used by outside program. EHS advised discussing materials being brought in by outside program and how different items need to be stored.
#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 black cube stool heavily torn in room 3. Needs removal. REPEAT.
Mar 19, 2024 6 demerits · 3 violations
#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
15A NCAC 18A .2806 (a) Once pre-packaged food has been opened, the food shall be stored in clean, resealable bags or containers made of plastic or glass that are tightly covered and manufactured for the purpose of food storage. Observed sugar, flour, and chocolate chips in nonresealable bags. Needs to be in resealable bags or container.
#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 less than 500 ppm. Needs to be 500-800 ppm. REPEAT.
#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 damaged cabinet hinges in Classroom 4. Observed crates and shelves covered in dirty duct tape. Needs removal and cleaning. Needs repair. REPEAT.
Mar 13, 2024 14 demerits · 7 violations
#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2806 (K) (1). Each hot food unit shall be provided with a numerically scaled indicating thermometer that is accurate to ± 3 degrees Fahrenheit and located to measure the air temperature in the coolest part of the unit. Recording thermometers that are accurate to ± 3 degrees Fahrenheit may be used in lieu of indicating thermometers. Where it is impractical to install thermometers on equipment such as steam tables, steam kettles, heat lamps, cal-rod units, or insulated food transport carriers, a metal stem-type, thin probe, numerically scaled indicating product thermometer that is accurate to ± 3 degrees Fahrenheit shall be used to check internal food temperature. Observed no thermometer on hot box. Needs thermometer. REPEAT.
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814
15A NCAC 18A .2812 (g) A testing method or equipment shall be used in accordance with the product manufacturer's instructions to test the strengths of sanitizing solutions to ensure the prescribed concentrations are met. Observed sanitizer above 200 ppm in Class 1 and Class 3. Needs to be 50-200 ppm.
#15 · Hot water supplied and maintained in the kitchen: .2815, .2836
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 at 111F. Needs to be 120 F. Hot water was adjusted. Ensure water reaches 120F.
#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 over 1000 ppm in Classroom 3 and at 0 ppm in classroom 2. Needs to be 700-800 ppm.
#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 nicotine tablets in unlocked cabinet in Classroom 2 and antacid-pain reliever stored in unlocked cabinet in Classroom 4. Both items were removed from classrooms.
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820 −6
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed essential oils in classroom 1 and in hall cabinet in unlocked cabinets. Needs to be locked. PROVISIONAL ITEM.
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b).Keys used to access hazardous item storage must be out of reach of children (5 ft above the floor) and stored separately from lock. Observed key in lock for cabinet containing Fireball cleaner. Key needs to be stored separate from lock.
#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 damaged drawer and cabinet hinges in Classroom 4. Needs repair.
Oct 18, 2023 9 demerits · 5 violations
#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2806 (K) (1). Each hot food unit shall be provided with a numerically scaled indicating thermometer that is accurate to ± 3 degrees Fahrenheit and located to measure the air temperature in the coolest part of the unit. Recording thermometers that are accurate to ± 3 degrees Fahrenheit may be used in lieu of indicating thermometers. Where it is impractical to install thermometers on equipment such as steam tables, steam kettles, heat lamps, cal-rod units, or insulated food transport carriers, a metal stem-type, thin probe, numerically scaled indicating product thermometer that is accurate to ± 3 degrees Fahrenheit shall be used to check internal food temperature. Observed no thermometer on hot box. Needs thermometer.
#20 · No identified lead poisoning hazards in accordance with NCGS 130A-131.7(7): .2816
No points deducted.
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.
Facility has sent samples to be tested. Facility received sampling kit on October 2nd and is awaiting results. Facility sent samples to Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids.
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820
No points deducted.
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed white out in classroom 1 and essential oils in classroom 3 in unlocked cabinets. CDI - Items were moved to locked cabinets. EHS and staff discussed proper storage of items hazardous versus nonhazardous.
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (c). Non-aerosol sanitizing solutions, approved disinfectants, detergent solutions, hand antiseptics, and hand lotions shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use by storing the items 5 ft above the floor or behind lock and key. Observed sunscreen in outside bag in classroom 1 and disinfectant wipes in hall stored less than 5ft above the floor. Needs to be at least 5ft above the floor.
#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 rocker chair in classroom 4 heavily torn and damaged.
Mar 31, 2023 6 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Verified today that the hot water was operating properly. Hot water heater had been repaired.
#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 base of toilets in need of caulking in the restrooms.
**Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed tape residue on shelving in classroom 2.
**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).
#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 −2
Observed dead insects in the light shields during the inspection. Needs to be cleaned.
**Keep all light fixtures clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (a).
Oct 28, 2022 4 demerits · 2 violations
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
Observed handwashing sign missing in classroom 1 in the restroom and the double sink in classroom 2.
**Hand washing signs shall be posted at all hand washing areas. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (e)
#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 −2
Observed dead insects in the light shields in classroom 3. Needs to be cleaned.
**Keep all light fixtures clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (a).
Mar 29, 2022 2 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No demerits were issued for the following:
5. Observed bag of pretzels stored in the cabinet not properly sealed. Pretzels were discarded.
**Store all foods in approved re-sealable bags or containers once opened. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (a)
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2
Observed sanitizer concentration below 50ppm during the inspection in classroom 1.
**Prepare a wipe-on or spray-on sanitizer daily at 50 to 200 ppm chlorine. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (d)
Oct 13, 2021 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No demerits were taked for the following:
5. Observed bag of cereal not properly sealed in the kitchen. Bag of cereal was placed in ziploc bag.
**Store all foods in approved re-sealable bags or containers once opened. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (a)
Note: the lead water results were not listed on the Clean Water for Carolina Kids website. Spoke with Director who informed me that the sample was collected on 10/31/20. Pictures of the certificates were sent to Shawn.
Veronie Gamble was present during the inspection.
#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 bottles of disinfectant and sanitizer not properly labeled during the inspection. Label was added. Observed handwash sing missing in some rooms but the rooms were not currently being used.
**All cleaning and disinfectant solutions shall be properly labeled (i.e. soapy water, disinfectant). 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2820 (c ).
Feb 9, 2021 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Issues with food from an approved source currently being handled with plan review and management staff with YMCA. Pease refer to inspection report from 2/3/21.
Covid 19 restrictions, no signature required.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 3, 2021 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted: #3--Food from unapproved source, Camp Thunderbird (SC). See Rule:
(e) Child care centers receiving prepared meals or snacks from outside sources shall use meals and snacks obtained
from food handling establishments permitted by a local health department, organizations that only serve prepared
meals to child care centers, or another child care center inspected by a local health department. Child care centers
may also receive prepared meals from organizations not licensed as child care centers only when these organizations
are providing prepared meals to licensed child care centers. These organizations shall be inspected as child care
centers by the local health department in the county where the meal is prepared. The inspection of these
organizations shall be made by the local health department at the same time the inspection of the licensed child care
center receiving these prepared meals is done. The inspection report of the organization providing these meals shall
be a part of the inspection of the licensed child care center receiving the prepared meals, unless the organization is a
permitted food handling establishment. During transportation, food shall meet the requirements of the Rules of this
Section relating to food protection and storage.
#17--Kitchen must be locked when not in use. #34--Observed debris in crevices on kitchen sets in class 1 and 2.
**Covid 19 restrictions, no signature required.** Inspection completed with Natalya.
#15 · Hot water supplied and maintained in the kitchen: .2815, .2836 −6
Observed hot water 100F in kitchen.
The kitchen dishwashing sink shall be supplied with hot water at 120°F or above. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e).
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
Discontinue storing items in kitchen hand sink.
Handwashing sinks must be free of storage. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a).
Jul 7, 2020 2 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No points deducted: #29---Observed cleaner and aerosol furniture cleaner stored in unlocked cabinets. Dsicarded.
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Observed disinfectant 250 ppm.
Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7).
Oct 28, 2019 6 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted: #27---Label sanitizer spray bottle in first class. #37--Observed paint peeling near window in class 3.
#19 · Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836 −2
Observed build up in mouthpiece of water fountains.
Keep water fountains clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed build up in crevices of kitchen sets in classrooms. Observed shelving damage in cabinet in first 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).
Jun 13, 2019 11 demerits · 3 violations
#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 food (milk and cereal) in food prep sink in various classrooms. Clean as needed.
Keep handwashing sinks clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a).
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3
Observed hand sanitizer wipes stored below 5 ft in class 2.
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).
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed dust build up on shelving for toy storage in class 1, debris build up on kitchen set in class 2, and cabinet damaged in class 4.
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).
Dec 18, 2018 8 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment:
#17. Observed kitchen door open and no one present in kitchen area at arrival of inspection. Keep kitchen door locked when no one is present due to hot water at two compartment sink.**Hot water at areas accessible to children shall not exceed 120°F. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e). Was informed food was just delivered.
#30. Unlabled bottle of sanitizer labeled at time of inspection.** All sanitizing solutions shall be labeled with the word "sanitizer". 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (c ).
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2
Observed sanitizer solution in kitchen area too strong. Sanitizer(chlorine) shall be 50ppm-200ppm.
Prepare a wipe-on or spray-on sanitizer daily at 50 to 200 ppm chlorine. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (d)
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed stained pillows and covering on chairs. Thoroughly clean stained pillows and covering on chairs. Clean floor rugs or replace
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).
#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
Observed standing water in bins and fixture on playground and outside of playground fencing. Store items on the playground so they do not hold or collect water.
Keep the property free of standing water. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b).
Jun 27, 2018 12 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: NO POINTS DEDUCTED
#12 Non-food contact surfaces clean; Observed counter surfaces underneath microwave collecting heavy food debris in need of cleaning.
#30 Employee bags/purses stored out of reach; Observed teacher bag stored not out of reachin room #2.
#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
Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Observed toilet seat very loose in room #4 in need of tightening.
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
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 couch in room #3 stained 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 rug in room #1 ripped/damaged in need of replacing.
Observed wall damaged in room #2 in need of touch-up painting.
Jun 21, 2018 12 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Provisonal status given.
Re-inspection to be conducted within 7 calendar days.
Provisional guidelines emailed to director.
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820 −6
All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). Observed areosol air freshener stored not behind lock and key in multi-purpose room; Observed chemical ice pack stored not behind lock and key in multi-purpose room.
Provisonal status given,
Re-inspection to be conducted within 7 calendar days,
Provisional guidelines emailed to director.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed rugs in classrooms torn in need of replacing / repair; Observed wall in need of paint touch-up in classrooms
#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
At child care centers, the premises, including the outdoor learning environment, shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a). Observed large amounts of trash debris littered on playground enclosure.
Nov 15, 2017 6 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment:
#12. Wipe/clean shelving in kitchen cabinet.***Keep all non-food contact surfaces and equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f) and .2809 (1) and (3).
#29. Keep aerosol container of disinfectant spray, white out and any hazardous products locked away in office area since office is the sick room/area.***All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b).
#34. Replace missing shelving holder in cabinets. Clean spots on red chair in room #3. Tightly secure loose laminate on edge of table in room #4.***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. Touch-up paint throughout in rooms where needed.***Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
Observed storage in the hallway bathroom. No storage in bathrooms! Limit storage in bathrooms to toileting and diaper changing supplies.
Limit storage in restrooms to toileting and diapering items only. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).
#44 · Solid waste properly handled; containers and cleaning equipment kept clean; can cleaning facilities adequate: .2830, .2836 −2
Clean grounds around dumpster and remove old pallet and debris from within dumpster corral.
Solid wastes shall be disposed of in a manner that prevents insect breeding and public 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
Provide cover for sand box/ sand table on playground area.
Sand boxes must be covered when not in use and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2832 (c ) (2).
Jun 21, 2017 5 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No points deducted: Observed damage in sanitizer cabinet in Group 3 classroom.
#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 ice used for water pitchers stored in hand sink in kitchen.
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).
Dec 9, 2016 4 demerits · 2 violations
#19 · Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836 −2
Observed cracks and crevices on water nozzle/mouth guard on water fountain soiled. Thoroughly clean mouthguard/water nozzle on water fountain.
Keep water fountains clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Observed disinfectant solution too weak. Disinfectant shall be 500ppm-800ppm. PRoperly mixed disinfectant properly made at time of inspection. No diaper changing take place at center. Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7).
General Comment: #37. Paint edge of door to classroom where laminate came off exposing bare/press wood. Ms. Gamble and Ms. Spring present at time of inspection. GOOD JOB!
Jun 17, 2016 15 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment: #30. Label water bottle and relabel fading marking on sanitizer and disinfectant bottles. Water bottle labeled at time of inspection.**All sanitizing solutions shall be labeled with the word "sanitizer". 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (c ). #37. Touch-up paint corner of wall near entrance to kitchenette area. Secure loose laminate on classroom door.**Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Ms. Gamble and Ms. Francis present at time of inspection.
#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 children lunch bag stored above food products provided by daycare in refrigeration unit. Store children lunch bag below and away from daycare food products.
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).
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2
Observed sanitizer solution too weak throughout in classroom area. Sanitizer was properly mixed in the kitchen. Sanitizer(chlorine) shall be 50ppm-200ppm.
Prepare a wipe-on or spray-on sanitizer daily at 50 to 200 ppm chlorine. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (d)
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
Observed storage in the bathroom in hallway area. Remove storage from the bathroom. Limit storage in bathroom to toileting and diaper changing items.
Limit storage in restrooms to toileting and diapering items only. 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 solution too weak. Disinfectant(chlorine) shall be 500ppm-200ppm.
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
Remove tape off of bean bag and clean adhesive on bean bag. Clean cover on chair in reading center. Repair front on play kitchenette in room. Secure loose laminate on side of table. Remove broken metal fixture in room with tape present.
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).
Aug 12, 2015 14 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: General Commet:#16. At arrival of inspection observed hot water temperature at two compartment sink in kitchenette area 106. Water temperature was turned up on water heater and hot water reached 122F at two compartment sink in kitchenette.**The kitchen dishwashing sink shall be supplied with hot water at 120°F or above. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e). #29. Observed chemical cabinet unlocked in kitchen area and kitchen door was opened but staff was present in kitchen. Keep chemical cabinet locked even if staff is in kitchen. Chemical cabinet locked at time of inspection.**All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). #34. Observed torn pillow in classroom 1 and 3. Repair or discard damaged pillow. Observed keyboard to computer dusty. Clean keyboards to computers throughout in rooms.**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). #44. Observed some loose trash within dumpster corral. Sweep and clean trash within dumpster corral. Recommend cutting vegetative growth within dumpster corral.**Solid waste must be covered, and dumpster area must be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2830 (c ) and (d). Ms. Cheva Francis present at time of inspection.
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2
Observed no sanitizer in sanitizer bottle within kitchen area at time of inspection. Provide properly mixed sanitizer at all times within kitchen area. Properly mixed sanitizer made at time of inspection.Prepare a wipe-on or spray-on sanitizer daily at 50 to 200 ppm chlorine. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (d)
#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −4
Observed gasket on refrigeration unit with some debris present. Observed interior of cooler soiled. Clean gasket on refrigeration/freezer unit. Thoroughly clean cooler used to transport food on field trips/etc. and thoroughly air dry cooler before closing lid. Keep all non-food contact surfaces and equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f) and .2809 (1) and (3).
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
Observed storage in bathroom located in hallway area. No storage in bathroom. Limit storage in bathroom to toileting and diaper changing items.Limit storage in restrooms to toileting and diapering items only. 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 no properly mixed disinfectant at time of inspection. Disinfectant shall be 500ppm-800ppm. NO DIAPER CHANGING TAKING PLACE AT FACILITY!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
Wipe/cleanwalls throughout rooms. Touch-up paint throughout rooms and corner of walls. Tightly secure loose rubber cove base moulding in classrooms. Thoroughly clean floors in classrooms.Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
Jan 20, 2015 10 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment: #12.Wipe/clean interior of cabinet door over two compartment sink in kitchenette area. Wipe/clean base of drawer in refrigeration unit.**Keep all non-food contact surfaces and equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f) and .2809 (1) and (3). #37. Monitor area around window in third classroom and repair if needed. Observed paint around window bubbling under paint.**Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Ms. April Springs present at time of inspection.
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
Observed hot water temperature at spring loaded faucet fixture hand washing sink in all four classroom bathrooms 69F-73F. Hot water at hand washing sinks shall be 80F-110. Water temperature at hand washing sinks within classrooms had water temperature 80F-110F. Adjust mixing valve under hand washing sinks in bathrooms!Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at hand washing sinks accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e).
#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2
Observed storage on the floor in fourth classroom that is being used for storage. Remove boxes off the floor. Store boxes on tables, chairs or provide shelving to store cases of boxes on.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).
#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 −2
Repair light fixtures in third classroom. Replace blown light bulbs or repair light fixture.Keep all light fixtures clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (a).
#44 · Solid waste properly handled; containers and cleaning equipment kept clean; can cleaning facilities adequate: .2830, .2836 −2
Observed grounds within dumpster area soiled. Clean grounds with in dumpster corral. Keep card board bin covered or place card board in dumpster.Solid waste must be covered, and dumpster area must be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2830 (c ) and (d).
Sep 2, 2014 15 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment: #5.Observed opened bag of raisin opened in cabinet area of kitchenette. Open bag of raisins discarded at time of inspection. Store opened packages of dry food products in sealable container, labeled and kept clean. **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). #29. Observed aerosol can of elmer's spray adhesive in cabinet area of classroom. Aerosol can locked away at time of inspection. Store toxic substances and aerosol cans locked away. All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). #49. Observed protruding pins in black border around playground equipment. Nail down protruding pins in black border. Observed a low area on exterior of black border surrounding playground equipment. Fill in low area with dirt surrounding black border on playground.**All play ground equipment must be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2832 (c ).Keep the property free of standing water. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b). Mrs. Veronie Gamble present at time of inspection.
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2
Observed sanitizer not properly mixed at time of inspection. Sanitizer shall be 50PPM-200PPM. Left handout on how to properly mix disinfectant and sanitizer according to percentage of sodium hypochlorite.Prepare a wipe-on or spray-on sanitizer daily at 50 to 200 ppm chlorine. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (d)
#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −4
Observed freezer section of refrigeration unit and shelving and base of refrigeration unit soiled. Thoroughly clean freezer section of refrigeration unit. Thoroughly clean shelving and base of refrigeration unit.Keep all food service equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f)
#13 · Proper storage and handling of clean equipment, utensils and single-service articles: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −3
Observed opened case of single service article(cups) stored on the floor in kitchenette area. Store single service articles in or on clean area and in a manner to prevent contamination.Single-service articles must be kept clean and protected from contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .2809 (8), .2814 (a) and (b).
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Observed disinfectant solution not properly mixed 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).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed some paint missing around door area to kitchenette. Touch-up paint/ repaint throughout where needed. Observed wall damaged around window in second classroom on right and wall damaged in fourth classroom on right. Repair any leaks around window then repair/repaint wall. Patch hole in wall in fourth classroom and repaint. Tightly secure loose rubber base moulding throughout center.Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
Jan 6, 2014 7 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: 44. Observed dumpster damaged around bottom cornersKeep dumpsters and garbage containers free of holes and in good repair to prevent insect and vermin nuisances. 15A NCAC 18A .2830 (d).April Springs present during inspection.Critical item 29 correctedNo CCA treated lumber.Plug in air freshener will need to be removed from office if office door is not locked when no staff is not present in office.
#19 · Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836 −2
Observed water fountains collecting residue around mouth guard in hallway.Keep water fountains clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Observed disinfectant over 1000 ppm in classrooms throughout.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 hand sanitizer below 5 feet in cabinet in room 1.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).
Dec 31, 2013 24 demerits · 7 violations
Inspector comments: 12: Dirty upper kitchen cabinets with saw dust. Clean.34: Damaged chalk bucket in class 2. Replace.Veronie Gamble present.A re-inspection will be conducted within 7 calendar days.Handouts provided.
#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: Cheese crackers, flour, and sugar not sealed. Milk in the classroom not on ice and was told that it will be placed back in the cooler. Store all foods in approved re-sealable bags or containers once opened. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (a)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).
#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 −2
Observed: The dial stem thermometer inaccurate. The digital stem thermometer not working. No display thermometers in the refrigerators. Facilities shall maintain an accurate and calibrated metal stem thermometer. 15A NCAC 18A .2807 (h) and .2809 (12).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: Some sanitizer bottles testing at 0ppm. Prepare a wipe-on or spray-on sanitizer daily at 50 to 200 ppm chlorine. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (d)
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
Observed: Hot water in the HDC restroom at 117F. Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at hand washing sinks accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e).
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Observed: No disinfectant accessible or test strips. Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7).Provide test strips for the chlorine disinfectant. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c )
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820 −6
Observed: Bleach, Ajax, and sternos not locked in the Kitchen. A wall mounted air fresheners not locked in the hall restroom. Shaving cream not locked in classroom 1. All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b).
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3
Observed.: Sanitizer bottles improperly labeled. All sanitizing solutions shall be labeled with the word "sanitizer". 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (c ).
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “STRATFORD RICHARDSON YMCA” or State ID 2060421216). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.