2demerits
CHARLOTTE JEWISH PRESCHOOL
5007 PROVIDENCE RD, Charlotte, NC 28226
Child Care · NC permit/State ID 2060421227
Latest result2 demerits
Last inspectedJun 3, 2026
Inspections on record23
On record sinceNov 15, 2013
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Nov 15, 2013Lower is betterJun 3, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jun 3, 2026 2 demerits · 1 violation
#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f). Coat hooks not in individual cubbies or lockers must be 12 horizontal inches apart.
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f) A child's coats, hats, bags, and other items or accessories belonging to a child that are stored using cubicles, lockers, or coat hooks shall not come into contact with stored items belonging to other children.
Observed coat hooks less than 12 inches apart resulting in different children book bags touching throughout center.
REPEAT.
May 28, 2026 11 demerits · 5 violations
#28 · Medications properly stored: .2820 −6
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 chemical ice packs stored in emergency bag in F20. Observed neosporin stored in F115 outside bag. Observed antibiotic ointment stored in F114 outside bag. Needs to be locked. REPEAT. PROVISIONAL ITEM
#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 essential oils stored unlocked in room F112. Observed goo gone stored in unlocked cabinet in F15. Observed liquid lighters stored in unlocked cabinets in F3 and F6. Needs to be stored behind lock and key.
#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 lotions stored less than 5ft up and unlocked in F15. Observed box of matches stored unlocked in F112. REPEAT.
#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f). Coat hooks not in individual cubbies or lockers must be 12 horizontal inches apart.
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f) A child's coats, hats, bags, and other items or accessories belonging to a child that are stored using cubicles, lockers, or coat hooks shall not come into contact with stored items belonging to other children.
Observed coat hooks less than 12 inches apart resulting in different children book bags touching throughout center.
REPEAT.
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836
General Comment:
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 blue chair cushion tearing in F115. Chair was removed from classroom.
Nov 10, 2025 10 demerits · 7 violations
#4 · Potentially hazardous foods meet storage and holding temperatures; bottles, lunches refrigerated at 45º F or below: .2804, .2806, .2808, .2836
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2804 (k) Lunches, snacks, and other meals containing potentially hazardous foods shall be refrigerated at 45 degrees Fahrenheit or below and stored in the child care center kitchen or approved food preparation area. Observed refrigerator in F3 and F17 reading over 50F. Teachers stated they checked the temperature in the morning and the refrigerators were under 45F. Temperature likely increased when children’s food was added to refrigerator. Director adjusted temperature setting and refrigerators came down to 45F or below.
#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) 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 two specialty bulk milks sent from home in classroom refrigerators with dates from last week and one was missing the child’s name. Needs to be sent in at the beginning of each week unopened and sent home at the end of the week.
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Storage in toilet rooms shall be limited to toileting and diapering supplies. Observed sensory table stored in toilet room in F15. CDI - Sensory table was removed from bathroom.
#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
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2819 (b). Diapering surfaces shall be made of smooth, intact, nonabsorbent material and shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed diaper pad was cracking in F15. Needs replacement.
#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 ice packs and small packets of burn/sting ointment stored in first aid kit which is in unlocked emergency bag in F15. Observed teacher bug spray in outside bag in F19. Needs to be stored locked. CDI- Items were moved to locked storage.
#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 mud lotion stored less than 5ft up in F6. Needs to be stored 5ft up or locked.
#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f). Coat hooks not in individual cubbies or lockers must be 12 horizontal inches apart.
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f) A child's coats, hats, bags, and other items or accessories belonging to a child that are stored using cubicles, lockers, or coat hooks shall not come into contact with stored items belonging to other children.
Observed coat hooks less than 12 inches apart resulting in different children book bags touching throughout center.
REPEAT.
May 14, 2025 6 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Erin Goldstein present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following:
erin.goldstein@charlottejewishpreschool.org
Becca.green@charlottejewishpreschool.org
Kaye.Dunlap@dhhs.nc.gov
#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
15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed loose toilet seat in classroom F4 and F103. Observed general cleaning needed to outside corners of toilets throughout center.
#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f). Coat hooks not in individual cubbies or lockers must be 12 horizontal inches apart.
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f) A child's coats, hats, bags, and other items or accessories belonging to a child that are stored using cubicles, lockers, or coat hooks shall not come into contact with stored items belonging to other children.
Observed coat hooks less than 12 inches apart resulting in different children book bags touching throughout center.
REPEAT.
Nov 12, 2024 6 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Ms. Erin Goldstein was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following:
erin.goldstein@charlottejewishpreschool.org
Kaye.Dunlap@dhhs.nc.gov
#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 ranging between 68F-70F at all hand sinks that children have access to throughout center. Work order submitted during time of inspection to have issue repaired. Hot water was accurate in kitchen during time of inspection.
#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f). Coat hooks not in individual cubbies or lockers must be 12 horizontal inches apart.
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f) A child's coats, hats, bags, and other items or accessories belonging to a child that are stored using cubicles, lockers, or coat hooks shall not come into contact with stored items belonging to other children.
Observe coat hooks less than 12 inches apart resulting in different children belonging touching throughout center.
Mar 27, 2024 7 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Operations Director, Erin Goldstein, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to center at the following:
erin.goldstein@charlottejewishpreschool.org
Kaye.Dunlap@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 (k) Lunches, snacks, and other meals that a child brings from home to the child care center shall be labeled with the date on which the food is brought to the child care center and the name of the child to whom the food belongs at the child's home and shall be returned to the child's home or discarded at the end of each day. Observed some children’s lunches and snacks not labeled in domestic refrigeration unit in toddler 1 classroom.
#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 spray bottles containing only water not labeled in a couple classrooms within center.
#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f). Coat hooks not in individual cubbies or lockers must be 12 horizontal inches apart.
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f) A child's coats, hats, bags, and other items or accessories belonging to a child that are stored using cubicles, lockers, or coat hooks shall not come into contact with stored items belonging to other children.
Observed coat hooks less than 12 inches apart resulting in different children’s book bags touching throughout center.
Oct 20, 2023 11 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Operations Director, Erin Goldstein was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following:
erin.goldstein@charlottejewishpreschool.org
#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. 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 specialty milk stored in dorm sized refrigeration units throughout center. EHS advises center to adhere to notated rule.
#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 ranging between 112F-115F in several classrooms throughout center. Head of maintenance adjusted water heater during time of inspection. EHS advises center to adhere to notated rule.
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836
15A NCAC 18A .2812 (i) An approved disinfectant shall be provided for cleaning purposes. Throughout this section, when an approved disinfectant is used in a child care center, the manufacturer’s safety data sheets for disinfectant product shall be kept on file at the child care center and the instructions for the use of the disinfectant product shall be followed. 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).
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed chemical “Swiffer Wet Jet” stored in swiffer in bathroom of classroom F102. Teacher properly locked chemical during time of inspection. If critical violation is observed during next inspection, demerits will be taken.
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820
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 hand sanitizer stored below 5 feet in classroom F115. Observed 3 jars of Aquaphor stored below 5 feet in cabinet in a 1’s classroom. All approved non-hazardous items were properly relocated during time of inspection.
#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f). Coat hooks not in individual cubbies or lockers must be 12 horizontal inches apart. A child’s coats, hats, bags, and other items or accessories belonging to a child that are stored using cubicles, lockers, or coat hooks shall not come into contact with stored items belonging to other children. Observed children’s bags stored on coat hooks less than 12 inches apart resulting in the bags touching throughout the childcare center. Observed children’s water bottles, brought from home, coming into contact with other children’s water bottles.
Feb 2, 2023 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations!
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 22, 2022 5 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No points deducted: #27--Observed diaper table peeling/scuffed in areas.
#2 · Proper handwashing procedure: .2803, .2836 −5
Observed children not washing hands properly in 4s (F103). Teachers should monitor hand washing to ensure proper hand washing.
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).
Aug 23, 2021 2 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No points deducted: #27--Observed diaper table peeling (back side along the edge) in F3 (2s) class. Water has been tested for lead.
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
Observed chairs stored in restrooms in various classrooms.
Limit storage in restrooms to toileting and diapering items only. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).
Jan 12, 2021 14 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: 17-CRITICAL VIOLATION-Hot water at areas accessible to children shall not exceed 120°F. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e). Observed unlocked kitchen door and staff lounge with a Keurig coffee maker. Kitchen door and staff lounge doors shall stay locked.
Notes-
Remove hot box from kitchen. Hand sink needs to stay accessible. Proper procedures need to be followed for food prep, wash all fruit at prep sink. Make sure you have quat test kit to check sanitizer strength at 3-comp sink.
Room F15 is approved for use as an infant room. Must be approved by DCDEE before use with infants.
#13 · Proper storage and handling of clean equipment, utensils and single-service articles: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −3
Single-service articles must be kept clean and protected from contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .2809 (8), .2814 (a) and (b). Observed plasticware in classrooms stored in cups with handles down. Store with handles up.
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e). Observed hot water temperature ranges from 61F-113F. Have the mixing valve and the recirculation pump evaluated by a licensed plumber. Replace whatever is not working properly. How i know it's not working properly-repeat violation during inspections and a 52F temperature variation in 1 building with 1 plumbing system.
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
Limit storage in restrooms to toileting and diapering items only. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Observed high chairs and chair in bathroom, 1 year olds room.
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3
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 hand sanitizers on stand less than 5 feet above floor. Lotions and hand sanitizer less than 5 feet in unlocked staff lounge.
#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 −2
Light bulbs must be shatterproof or shielded. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (a). Observed several lamps with bulbs that are not shatterproof.
Jan 15, 2020 15 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: #21: Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected
Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Observed urine stains around the base of the toilet in classroom F105.
#23: Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted
Limit storage in restrooms to toileting and diapering items only. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).
Observed housekeeping equipment (i.e., brooms & dust pans) in the toilet of several classrooms.
#2 · Proper handwashing procedure: .2803, .2836 −5
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). Observed child at handwashing holding hands under running water then turned off faucet with hands. Childcare provider instructed child to rewash hands and provided guidance through the hand washing procedure.
#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −4
Keep all food service equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f) Observed cart used to transport snacks to the classrooms in need of cleaning.
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e). Observed water temperatures ranging from 60F to 106F throughout the center. Ranged from 60F to 72F in the classrooms on the left side of the building. Maintenance was contacted and adjusted temperatures to meet compliance.
#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 250ppm. Disinfectant remade to meet compliance.
Feb 28, 2019 0 demerits · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 26, 2019 17 demerits · 4 violations
#1 · Handwashing when required: .2803, .2836 −5
Observed teacher not wash hands after diaper change.
Wash hands when required. 15A NCAC 18A .2803 (a)
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Observed disinfectant 250ppm. Observed disinfectant smelling like cinnamon. Disinfectant remade.
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 diapering procedures not followed.
Follow the correct diaper changing procedure as described in 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (d).
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820 −6
Observed closet not secured containing medicine. Observed janitor's closet open upstairs. Janitor was downstairs cleaning classes. Baby oil with additional warnings stored in unlocked cabinet. Moved to locked cabinet.
All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b).
Aug 9, 2018 4 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No demerits were issued for the following:
5. Observed bulk milk brought from home with a date of 8/1 and 8/2 in rooms F3 and F103. Ensure that bulk milk brought from home is being sent back home at the end of the week and new milk is provided after the weekend.
**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).
32. Observed mats stored with linen on mats touching. Spoke with director about removing linen from mats before storing them to prevent cross contamination.
**Sleeping mats, cribs, and cots shall be stored to prevent contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a).
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
Observed books stored in the bathroom cabinets in room F19.
**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 throughout around 300ppm during inspection. Assisted with making disinfectant. It took about 4.5 tablespoons of bleach (8.3% sodium hypochlorite) before 500ppm was reached. Recipe calls for 2.5 tablespoons. Spoke with directors about bleach may have lost effectiveness over break.
**Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7).
Nov 8, 2017 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No points deducted: #16--- Observed 3 clasrooms with 70F hot water (4s, 3s, and PreK upstairs). Must be 80-110F.
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed debris in music bin in 2s class. Observed hard toys such as buses, race tracks, and dollhouses with build up on them (1s and 4s classes).
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 19, 2017 8 demerits · 2 violations
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed hard toys needing to be cleaned more often in F16, F17, F102, and F103.
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 stained floor tiles in 4 year old classes.
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
Apr 21, 2016 10 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted: #37--repair wall in 1 year old class room near couch. Class F17.
#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 procedure not followed properly. Employee skipped #8,9,10 which is to remove gloves and wipe hands of employee and child with baby wipe before fastening clothes and washing childs hands. Review procedures and follow.
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Clean toy house structures in classrooms where needed. Observed in 4 year old 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).
#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 −2
Observed HVAC vents in restrooms on first floor needing to be cleaned.
Keep all ventilation related equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (b).
Dec 3, 2015 11 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Ruth Ann Smith was present during the inspection. The following rooms/areas were inspected: Kitchen (2nd floor), F101, F103, F105, F110, F16, F15, F6, F17, F19
#17 - (CRITICAL) Observed the hot water at the hand washing sink was 119.8F in room F103. **Hot water accessible to the children shall be tempered between 80-110F.
***A return visit will be made within 7 days to verify adjustment to water temperature***
#21 - Observed custodian services use commercial disinfectant for disinfecting bathrooms. **Provide MSDS sheets for commercial disinfectant.
#29 - (CRITICAL) Observed "White Out" was stored in an unlocked cabinet on a high shelf in room F16. **Hazardous items shall be stored in a locked room or cabinet.
Observed two containers of "Lysol" disinfectant wipes were stored in an unlocked cabinet above 5ft in F6 restroom. One "in use" container of disinfectant wipes may be stored above 5ft of the floor. Bulk supplies of disinfectant wipes must be stored behind lock and key.
#31 - Observed two backpacks stored on one set of coat hooks in some care rooms. ** Coat hooks must be 12 inches apart. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (e).
#39 - Observed the end caps were missing on the light bulbs in the food storage area (2nd floor). End caps must be in place for light shield to be effective. **Light bulbs must be shatterproof or shielded. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (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 several lunches prepared/provided by parents were not labeled or was 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)
Observed a jug of drinking water was stored on the floor in room F17.
**Keep all food stored off the floor and in a manner that permits easy cleaning of the storage area. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (d)
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
Observed hot water at some care room hand washing sinks between 111F and 119F.
Observed the hot water at 67F in one care room.
**Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at hand washing sinks accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e).
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
REPEAT - Observed several cups were stored inside the food service hand washing sink in room F6.
**Hand washing sinks must be free of storage. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a).
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)
May 14, 2015 12 demerits · 4 violations
#2 · Proper handwashing procedure: .2803, .2836 −5
Observed teacher turn of water with hand, twice, F15. Turn off water with paper towel.**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).
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
Observed toys in hand sink. No items should be left inside handsink.**Handwashing sinks must be free of storage. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a).Ms. Brooke Amo present during inspection.Areas inspected F15, 16, 17, 19, F6, F, F101, 103, 105, 112.
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3
Observed Epi pen and lotion stored below 5 feet in F17.**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).
#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 broken play equipment on playground.Keep the premises clean and free of dilapidated structures and broken play equipment. 15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a).
Dec 9, 2014 7 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment #29: Oberved hydrogen peroxide and toothpaste unlocked in bathroom cabinet, F19.**All hazardous items shall be locked.Areas inspected F15, 16, 17, 19, F6, F, F101, 103, 105, 112.
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
Observed hot water 110 F >120F. Maintain water at child accessible hand sinks 80-110F.**Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e).
#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 children napping less than 18 inches apart.**Children must be spaced at least 18 inches apart or separated by a partition while napping. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (e).
May 20, 2014 9 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: . **Ms. Brooke Amo present during inspection**Area's Inspected: F6, F15, F16, F17, F19, F103, F105, F112, F101, Janitor closet, Hallway bathrooms, walk in cooler, dumpster**Carpets Cleaned: 8/19/13**No CCA wood presentG.C #30 - Observed Loreal crayon makeup stick stored in shelf container next to stapler and utensils. Non Hazardous products should be stored out of reach of children or at a height of 5ft off floor.
#2 · Proper handwashing procedure: .2803, .2836 −5
Observed child not wash hands after using restroom in room F103.Observed employee recontaminate hands after diaper changing procedure by touching covered receptacle when disposing of diaper. Recepticle should be easily accessible suggested to provide foot pedal to open container.**Hand washing 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).
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
Observed hot water temperatures throughout school to range from 71F - 73F. **Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at hand washing sinks accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e).
Nov 15, 2013 12 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Ms. Elka Bernstein and Brooke Amo present during inspection.**No CCA wood present.**Carpets cleaned 8/19/13.**Areas inspected: Janitor's closet, playground, common bathrooms in hallways, walk-in cooler room, F6, F15, F16, F17, F19, F101, F103, F112.**Gave artificial turf handout.GC #28: Observed unlocked anti-fungal cream.**All medications must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (d).**GC #21: Cannot use egg cartons as toys/crafts.
#1 · Handwashing when required: .2803, .2836 −5
Observed children nor washing hands upon entering classroom, F17.**Wash hands when required. 15A NCAC 18A .2803 (a)
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
Observed hand wash sinks obscured with large toy and one hand sink obscured with container for holding dirty toys.Handwashing sinks must be free of storage and accessible without having to move items. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a).
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3
Observed purse unlocked and stored below 5 feet, F15. Hand sanitizer stored below 5 feet in playground backpacks, F105.**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).
#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 −2
Observed lighting not shielded in closet, F103. Observed dusty blinds in classrooms.**Light bulbs must be shatterproof or shielded. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (a).**Keep all ventilation related equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (b).
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “CHARLOTTE JEWISH PRESCHOOL” or State ID 2060421227). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.