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ALLIANCE CENTER FOR EDUCATION STEPHANIE JENNINGS
3320 N SHARON AMITY RD, Charlotte, NC 28205
Child Care · NC permit/State ID 2060421254
Latest result2 demerits
Last inspectedSep 17, 2026
Inspections on record24
On record sinceOct 7, 2013
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Oct 7, 2013Lower is betterSep 17, 2026
Inspections & violations
Sep 17, 2026 2 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Director, Crystal Gray, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to:
Crystal@ac4ed.org
Mara.Brinton@dhhs.nc.gov
#48 · Pest control; premises free of conditions that harbor or attract pests: .2831, .2832
15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a) Child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, shall be kept clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. Observed red bucket full of water on side of playground. Water was tossed during time of inspection. -General comment.
#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
15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a). Child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, shall be kept clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. Observed trash/litter surrounding dumpster area.
Mar 24, 2026 11 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Director, Crystal Gray, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following:
Crystal@ac4ed.org
Mara.Brinton@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
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 opened package of staff snacks stored in cabinet not properly resealed in classroom 2. -General comment.
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (c ) Sanitizing, disinfecting, and detergent solutions shall be labeled with the product name (ex. "Sanitizer"). Observed spray bottle containing spray water per teacher not labeled in classroom 1. Observed disinfectant spray bottle in classroom 2 labeled “bleach”.
#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (a). Adequate space shall be provided for the storage of equipment, furniture, toys, clothes, linens, backpacks, book bags, diaper bags, beds, cots, mats, and supplies, and shall be kept clean. Observed general organizing needed to cabinets and pull out drawers in classrooms 2 and 3.
#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 throughout center.
#44 · Solid waste properly handled; containers and cleaning equipment kept clean; can cleaning facilities adequate: .2830, .2836
15A NCAC 18A .2830 (c) Dumpsters and other containerized systems shall be kept clean and covered. Observed sliding doors opened to dumpster. -General comment.
#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
15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a). Child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, shall be kept clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. Observed litter surrounding dumpster area.
Sep 26, 2025 4 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Director, Ms. Young, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following:
Tara@ac4ed.org
Mara.Brinton@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
15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed 1 loose toilet seat in classroom 4. Repair.
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed aerosol Lysol stored in high unlocked cabinet in classroom 4. During time of inspection hazardous product was placed behind lock and key. -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 throughout center.
Mar 19, 2025 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations were observed during the inspection.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Oct 11, 2024 8 demerits · 3 violations
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836
Observed hot water reach 112F in the restroom in room 5.
**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 −4
Observed tissue holder in need of repair in room 6.
**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 tile in room 3. Observed paint peeling in room 3 and behind the toilet in the restroom in room 4.
**15A NCAC 18A .2824 (a). Floors and floor coverings in food preparation, food storage, utensil washing, toilet rooms, and laundry areas shall be constructed of nonabsorbent material and shall be kept clean and in good repair.
Apr 3, 2024 4 demerits · 3 violations
#20 · No identified lead poisoning hazards in accordance with NCGS 130A-131.7(7): .2816
Observed water had not been tested for lead. Last tested on 12/04/20. CRITICAL VIOLATION. Kit needs to be requested within the next 7 days. Will follow-up with Director.
**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.
#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 loose toilet seat in rooms 2, 4 and NC PreK 6. Needs to be tightened.
**15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820
Observed disinfectant cleaner being used as disinfectant in classrooms. Based on warnings of disinfectant bottle, this product should remain behind lock and key when not in use. Center will begin using bleach solution as disinfectant.
**15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key.
Sep 21, 2023 7 demerits · 4 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
Observed loose toilet seat in room #4. Tightened during the inspection.
**15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#27 · Free of storage and in good repair; cleaning and disinfecting solutions labeled; approved diapering methods used; diaper changing and handwashing signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −4
Observed torn diaper changing pad in room #3. Needs to be repaired.
**15A NCAC 18A .2819 (b). Diapering surfaces shall be made of smooth, intact, nonabsorbent material and shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3
Observed toothpaste stored below 5 ft in room #5. Toothpaste was placed in cabinet above 5 ft.
**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.
#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836
Observed children napping on cots without linen to cover the entire sleeping surface in room #4.
**15A NCAC 18A .2821 (f) Linens shall be large enough to cover the bed, cot, or mat's sleeping surface.
Nov 3, 2022 4 demerits · 2 violations
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820
NO POINTS DEDUCTED
All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). Observed whiteout and aerosol shaving cream stored in cabinet only behind child-safety lock not (lock and key); CDI items stored behind lock and key during inspection, hazardous storage guide given to staff.
#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 ceiling tiles in a few classrooms and village that are water damaged from previous leaks in need of replacing.
Nov 8, 2021 6 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Handwashing sinks must be free of storage. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a). Observed storage under handwashing sink in Rm #2. Relocate storage to a suitable storage area.
Jennifer Metoyer accompanied REHS during inspection
Emailed Jennifer Metoyer at: Jennifer@ac4ed.org, Linda Armstrong at: linda@ac4ed.org &Kaye Dunlap at: kaye.dunlap@dhhs.nc.gov
#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 −2
Provide a numerically scaled metal stem-type thermometer accurate to 2°F. 15A NCAC 18A .2807 (h)
Facilities shall maintain an accurate and calibrated metal stem thermometer. 15A NCAC 18A .2807 (h) and .2809 (12). Observed inaccurate thermometer (5F degrees) in kitchen. Metal stem thermometers shall be accurate to 2F degrees, to assure proper temperatures of foods.
#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 build up (from heavy foot traffic) embedded in carpet at and around the edge in classrooms. Increase cleaning frequency and clean carpet when visibly dirty.
Jun 18, 2021 4 demerits · 1 violation
#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 minor chipping paint to walls and tape residue on walls and doors throughout center.
Sep 16, 2020 9 demerits · 2 violations
#10 · Food contact surfaces properly washed, rinsed, sanitized and air dried; single-service articles not re-used: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −5
Highchair feeding trays, shall be washed, rinsed, and sanitized after each use. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (e). Observed food debris under high chair tray in infant room.
#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 touch up paint needed throughout building to include but not limited to The Village and 3-4's classroom.
*Director Mrs. Armstrong was present during time of inspection, report emailed to larmstrong@bethlehemcenter.org
Feb 20, 2020 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: GENERAL COMMENT NO DEMERITS FOR THE FOLLOWING VIOLATION:
#21. Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Observed loose toilet seat in classroom 1. Repair.
*NOTE: Director Ms. Armstrong was present during time of inspection. During time of inspection center did not have a lot of children present due to winter storm predicted to occur on day of inspection. larmstrong@bethlemcenter.org
#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 child sized furniture with tape residue throughout center. Observed cabinets and pullout drawers in classroom 3 with debris build up.
#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 touch up paint need to "The Village" room. Observed stained ceiling tile in 4-5 year old classroom restroom and classroom near rear window. EHS advises center to ensure no active leak is occurring and replace stained ceiling tile.
Sep 9, 2019 16 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: No Points Deducted:
8. Observed the handsink not in operation in the "pantry"/kitchen storage room. Turn the water back on so that employees may wash their hands before entering the refrigerator where raw and other foods are stored.
All areas where food preparation occurs shall have an approved hand washing sink. 15A NCAC 18A .2810 (b)
12. Observed some of the clear bowls in the kitchen with cracks. Discarded.
Keep all non-food contact surfaces and equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f) and .2809 (1) and (3).
22. Observed no soap in the dispenser at the food prep handwashing sink in the Infant room. Provide.
Liquid soap shall be provided at all hand washing sinks. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (d).
35. The employee in the Infant room stated the toy cleaning process incorrectly. She was informed of the proper way. Follow the rule below.
In areas where children are not toilet trained, small mouth contact toys shall be washed, rinsed, sanitized (submerged for 2 minutes), and allowed to air dry, after use and more frequently when visibly dirty. 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a).
Ms. Armstrong & Alexis Welch, EHS present.
Report emailed to: larmstrong@bethlehemcenter.org
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2
Observed the sanitizer bottle in the Infant room above 500ppm chlorine.
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 water at the restroom handsink 118F in room 1 (beside the kitchen). Follow the rule below. Teachers have been informed to supervise the children while washing their hands.
Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e).
#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2
Observed toothbrushes touching in room 2. Brushes replaced. There are several empty slots in the holder, separate them.
Toothbrushes shall be individually identified, allowed to air dry, and protected from contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (e).
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
-Observed buildup on toys in several classes (dolls, play kitchens, in bins, etc) clean.
-Observed sticky residue on furniture in rooms 1, 6, and 5. Clean. Toy washing handouts already provided and hanging on the walls in the 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).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
-Observed the vent fan not working in one of the restrooms in class 1. Absorbent ceiling tiles are present. Repair the fan or provide non-absorbent ceiling tiles. *Floors and floor coverings of all food preparation, food storage, utensil-washing areas, toilet rooms, and laundry areas shall be constructed of non-absorbent, easily cleanable material. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 (a).
-Observed stained ceiling tiles in rooms 2, 3, and the office/storage room. Replace and repair leak. -Observed buildup on the kitchen walls. Clean.*Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
Feb 19, 2019 6 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No demerits were issued for the following:
33. Observed torn sheet on the mat in the crib in the infant room. Sheet was replaced.
**Individual linen must be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (f).
#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 loose toilet seat in classroom #3. Needs to be tightened.
**Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).
#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 −2
Observed vent cover with build up in classroom #3. Needs to be cleaned.
**Keep all ventilation related equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (b).
Jul 23, 2018 12 demerits · 4 violations
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2
Observed chlorine sanitizer in the Infant room at 500ppm chlorine. Facility no longer uses bleach per Ms. Armstrong. The bleach sanitizer was poured out and a new bottle with quat sanitizer was provided.
Prepare a wipe-on or spray-on sanitizer daily at 50 to 200 ppm chlorine. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (d)
Quaternary Ammonium sanitizing solutions shall be maintained between 200 - 400 ppm. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (b)(5)(D)
#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 the restroom handsink leaking in Class 1. Repair.
Keep handwashing sinks clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a).
#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2
-Observed toothbrushes touching in the Toddler room. Per Ms. Armstrong, they will be replaced.
-Observed the toothbrushes in Toddler and Infant room stored directly beside the handwashing sinks. Provide a splash space due to an opening on the end of the toothbrush case.
Toothbrushes shall be individually identified, allowed to air dry, and protected from contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (e).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
-Observed the vent fan not working in one of the restrooms in class 6. Absorbent ceiling tiles are present.
Floors and floor coverings of all food preparation, food storage, utensil-washing areas, toilet rooms, and laundry areas shall be constructed of non-absorbent, easily cleanable material. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 (a).
-Observed buildup on the cabinets in the infant room & on the water heater door in the kitchen. Clean.
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
Feb 28, 2018 10 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Linda Armstrong was present during the inspection.
No Demerits Issued for the Following:
21. Observed one loose toilet seat in NC PreK room #3. Needs to be tightened.
**Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2
Observed one bottle of sanitizer in infant room with a 0ppm concentration of chlorine. Concentration was increased within appropriate range.
**Quaternary Ammonium sanitizing solutions shall be maintained between 200 - 400 ppm. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (b)(5)(D)
#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −4
Observed bottle warmer with black build up on interior. Needs to be cleaned more routinely to ensure debris does not accumulate on surface. Bottle warmer was replaced.
**Bottle warming equipment shall be cleaned and sanitized at least daily and when visibly soiled. 15A NCAC 18A .2810 (f) (1) and .2804 (d).
#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 tile in back hallway and in NC PreK room #2. Replace ceiling tiles and ensure leaks are not ongoing.
**Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
Oct 25, 2017 14 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Linda Armstrong was present during the inspection. Inspection was lead by Maria Adame with supervision by Tasharra Kenion.
No Demerits issued for the following:
10. Observed some build up above the blade of the can opener. Ensure food contact surfaces are kept clean; after each use.
25. (CRITICAL) Observed NABC disinfectant solution requires a 10 minute contact. **Ensure disinfectant is left on diapering surface for at least 10 minutes.
29. (CRITICAL) Observed key was left inside the lock of cabinet containing white board cleaner, tooth paste and vomit clean-up kit. **Store keys separate from lock and out of reach of children (above 5ft of the floor).
30. Observed sanitizer bucket not labeled in kitchen. **All sanitizing solutions shall be labeled with the word "sanitizer". 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (c ).
32. Observed fraying cots in rooms 2 and 5. Observed mat used in room 6 with torn sides, no longer cleanable.
**Keep all napping units in good repair.
34. Staff members stated the toys were sanitized by spraying them with disinfected daily. Ensure that sanitizer, not disinfectant is used on toys.
49. Observed outdoor kitchen play set with broken door, and broken lid on water/sand playing table. Observed toys and equipment holding water. Ensure water holding sites are drained daily. **Keep all outdoor learning toys and equipment in good repair and free of standing water.
#2 · Proper handwashing procedure: .2803, .2836 −5
Observed teacher in room 5, lathering hands while under running water. Allow for 15 seconds to lather, and follow by rinsing well for 10 seconds. **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).
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Observed quat test strips used by the facility were expired. COncentration of disinfectant was not determined without usable test strips. Chlorine disinfectant at 500ppm was prepared during inspection. **Provide test strips for the quat disinfectant. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c )
#33 · Linen, bedding, wash cloths, bibs, burping cloths laundered, and in good repair: .2821, .2836 −3
Observed cot linen used in room 5 with considerable stain marks on several cots. Observed pillow cases in room 5 with heavy staining. Ensure linen is kept clean and in good repair. **Individual linen must be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (f).
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Repeat: Observed washing machine gasket with accumulated debris, and midew. Observed mop sink in laundry are in need of cleaning. EHS recomended washing machine and gasket be cleaned and sanitized weekly. Observed play vinyl chairs biggining to tare at edges. Observed toy letters with heavy playdo residue, letters were not able to be cleaned. Observed some stools in rooms 2, 3, 4, and 6 with heavy dirt build up. **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).
NOTE: Observed chemical bottles such as detergent bottles and used medication containers used as toys in class rooms. EHS recomended discontinue use of chemical bottles.
Jan 18, 2017 13 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Ursala Taylor was present during the inspection.
No Points Issued:
29. (CRITICAL) Observed the food storage room was left unlocked and cabinet beneath the sink had bleach and degreaser product. If door is routinely left open, provide lock for chemical cabinet. **All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b).
#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 touching multiple burgers with bare hands during family style dining. Recommend staff members serving hard to handle food items, and monitor children's food handeling.
**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).
#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 the kitchen hand washingin sink was not clean, and the utility sink in the laundry room needed cleaning.
**Sinks shall be cleaned and disinfected at least daily, when visibly soiled, and when the designated use of the handwashing sink has been changed. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (c).
NOTE: Observed the countertop laminate in the process of repair. Continue sealing the counter seams
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed washing machine gasket with accumulated debris, and the mop bucket needed cleaning. Recommend sanitizing washing machine gasket weekly.
**Toys, equipment, furniture, and any other items shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a), (b).
NOTE: Discontinue using chemical bottles for dramatic play.
Apr 21, 2016 9 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: (NO POINTS DEDUCTED)
4. Observed fridge temp registering at 50F in room 4. Temp knob was adjusted and temperature quickly fell down to <45F.
12. Observed bottle warmer collecting dried build up in room 4. Bottle warmers shall be cleaned daily or when visibly soiled.
27. Caregiver (verebally) described diaper change process incorrect in class room #5. Per caregiver childs hands were wiped before caregivers. Follow correct diaper changing procedure.
30. Observed disinfectant cleaning solution stored below 5 ft. in room 4.
34. Observed stain on carpet in room 6, with sticky tape residue present on shelving in room 2.
Observed slight rip in blue foot stool in in room 3. Keep all furniture items clean and in good repair.
35. Observed toy cleaning process described in room 5 and 4 as washing, rinsing, and disinfecting (spray).
**In areas where children are not toilet trained, small mouth contact toys shall be washed, rinsed, sanitized (submerged for 2 minutes), and allowed to air dry, after use and more frequently when visibly dirty. 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a).
**In areas where children are not toilet trained, large mouth contact toys and toys not designed to be submerged shall be washed, rinsed in place, sprayed with a sanitizing solution, and allowed to air dry, after use and more frequently when visibly dirty. 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a).
**In areas where children are not toilet trained, cloth toys must be laundered and mechanically dried after each use or washed, rinsed, sanitized, and allowed to air dry. 15A NCAC 18A ..2822 (a).
48. Observed several dead bugs located in electrical closet in room 6. Continue to utilize pest management company.
Ms. Taylor was present during 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 cheese cubes dated 4/8/16 located in kitchen. Cheese cubes were voluntarily discarded on site.
**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).
#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 previous water stains under sink in room 6, 2, and infants.
Observed leak at piping under sink in room 3.
Observed urine on toilet seat in room 6 and toilet soiled in room 2.
Observed laminate damaged at sink in room #6.
**Keep handwashing sinks clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a).
**Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).
Sep 9, 2015 14 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Natasha Kennedy was present during the inspection. Provided a CCA Wood Form to fill out and retain for records.#12 - Observed the food prep sink drain (floor drain) is clogged. **Keep all kitchen equipment in good repair.#23 - Observed no hand washing sign was posted at the hand washing sink in room4 (vacant) restroom. **Hand washing signs shall be posted at all hand washing areas. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (e)#29 - Observed caulk (with several warnings) was left in a box in the "Village". The caulk was moved to a locked area during the inspection. **All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). #39 - Ensure that the track light bulbs are shatterproof in room 2. **Light bulbs must be shatterproof or shielded. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (a).
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4
Repeat Non-Compliance - Observed the toilet was clogged in room 2 restroom, and the prep sink drain was clogged in the kitchen.**Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).NOTE: Ensure the hand washing sinks used for food service or other activities (teeth brushing, toy cleaning, milk/beverage dumping) are cleaned and disinfected between uses, for "change of use".**Sinks shall be cleaned and disinfected at least daily, when visibly soiled, and when the designated use of the hand washing sink has been changed. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (c).
#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2
Observed room 5 (storage) and room 4 (vacant) with boxes and equipment unorganized and stored on the floor, and the exterior storage shed was not clean and had several accumulated spider webs inside boxes of stored toys.**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).
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed the window blinds were dusty throughout the facility (classrooms and hallway), and some toy binds with dust accumulation.**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 some walls were patched and not finished with paint, the ceiling in the men's restroom with moisture stains, and some restroom stall partitions with rust.**Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
Apr 23, 2015 14 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Ursula Taylor was present during the inspection#44 - Observed the waste water drain from the prep sink was clogged and had standing water. **Keep all waste pipes unclogged.#39 - Observed the light cover was not secure in room 3. **Keep all lighting fixture in good repair.
#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 raw ground poultry was stored with ready to eat food in the freezer. Food Storage Diagram was provided.**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).
#19 · Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836 −2
Observed the drinking water fountain with brown/pink residue.**Keep water fountains clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).
#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 one toilet would not flush in room 2 restroom. **Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).Observed sinks/sink faucets were not clean in the kitchen, room 2, room 3, and the sink was clogged in room 4. **Keep handwashing sinks clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a).
#22 · Soap, approved hand drying devices, toilet tissue paper available: .2817, .2818, .2836 −3
Observed no soap at the hand washing sink in room 3. **Liquid soap shall be provided at all hand washing sinks. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (d).
Oct 30, 2014 11 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Ursula Taylor was present during the inspection#11 - Observed sanitizer dispensing at less than 200ppm Quat concentration at the 3 compartment sink, and only chlorine strips have been used to test. Advised kitchen staff to have the dispenser serviced and to use the Quat test strips already supplied by the facility. **Quaternary Ammonium sanitizing solutions shall be maintained between 200 - 400 ppm. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (b)(5)(D)Note: Only single service eating utensils are used by the facility.#17 - Observed the hot water at the can wash was at 121F. The knob to the hot water was removed during the inspection. **Hot water at areas accessible to children shall not exceed 120°F. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e).#34 - Observed some classroom toy bins with accumulated dust/debris. **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 - The carpets were last extraction cleaned on August 7, 2014.#44 - Observed the dumpster with some rusty areas and beginning to rust through. **Keep dumpster and garbage containers free of holes and in good repair to prevent insect and vermin nuisances. 15A NCAC 18A .2830 (d).#46 - CCA treated wood was last sealed/stained on 10/30/2013.
#2 · Proper handwashing procedure: .2803, .2836 −5
Observed a child was her hands and use her bare hands to turn off the water. **Ensure that all children wash their hands by the proper procedure.**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).
#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −4
Observed the kitchen dump sink was clogged.**Keep all food service equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f)
#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 two canopies on the playground needed cleaning, and the green playground structure/stand had chipping paint. **Keep all playground structures free of chipping paint.**At child care centers, the premises, including the outdoor learning environment, shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a).
Jan 31, 2014 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Ms. Ardella Malone was present during the inspection.#18 - Observed no back flow preventer on the utility sink in the laundry room. **Maintain backflow prevention on all hose bibs and threaded faucets. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (c).#21 - Observed one toilet was not working in room 1 restroom. **Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).#37 - Records indicate the carpets were last cleaned on 8/14/2013#46 - CCA wood was treated on 10/30/2013
#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 the sinks are not cleaned and disinfected before the care givers wash their hands for food service.**Sinks shall be cleaned and disinfected at least daily, when visibly soiled, and when the designated use of the handwashing sink has been changed. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (c).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed some ceiling tiles with water damage. *Repair all leaks and replace all damaged ceiling tilesObserved the repairs walls in room1 restroom was not finished with paint, and bathroom stall partitional with rust.**Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
Oct 7, 2013 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Ms.Ardella Malone was present during the inspection.**The wall to wall carpet was last cleaned on 8/14/2013**Records indicate that CCA treated wood was last treated on 11/9/2011. Next sealing/staining is due by 11/9/2013.General Comments:#7 - Observed the refrigerator thermometer was pushed to the back of the refrigerator behind several items. **All thermometers in refrigerators shall be stored in the warmest part of the refrigerator and located to be easily readable. See rule .2806 (h) (1). #27 - Observed some children in pull-in training diapers. **Ensure that pull-up training pants are changed are directed by the "Toilet Training Procedure" handout provided. Provide a cleanable mat for the restroom.A care giver in one of the care rooms stated that soiled clothing was stored in the children's cubbies. **Soiled cloth diapers, training pants, or clothes shall be stored out of reach of the children. See rule .2819 (f). #44 - Observed the knobs at the exterior can wash were accessible during the inspection. **Ensure that a fully-functioning can wash is available. Provide device to operate water.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed the wall was damaged in room1 bathroom behind the toilets and at the sink, the wall partitions between the sink/toilets with rust and the wall was damaged behind the toilets in room2, and the ceiling was water damaged in room2 bathroom.**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 “ALLIANCE CENTER FOR EDUCATION STEPHANIE JENNINGS” or State ID 2060421254). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.