4demerits

DAVID COX ELEMENTARY PRE K

Name: David Cox Elementary Pre K
Address: 4215 David Cox Rd, Charlotte, NC, 28269, US

4215 DAVID COX RD, Charlotte, NC 28269

Child Care · NC permit/State ID 2060421364

Latest result4 demerits

Last inspectedAug 31, 2026

Inspections on record32

On record sinceSep 4, 2013

This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).

Score history

Sep 4, 2013Lower is betterAug 31, 2026

Inspections & violations

Aug 31, 2026 4 demerits · 2 violations

#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836

#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 baseboards peeling away from wall in bathroom in room 101. Repair.

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Mar 9, 2026 9 demerits · 5 violations

Inspector comments: NOTE: - Lead teacher: Hillary Bost present during inspection.

#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (j) (1) Each refrigerator 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 warmest part of the refrigerator. Recording thermometers that are accurate to ± 3 degrees Fahrenheit may be used in lieu of indicating thermometers.- Observed no thermometer inside a refrigerator in classroom 107. CDI- Teacher tried to look for it, found it, and showed to EHS later toward the end of inspection. Ensure that each refrigerator in each classroom has a thermometer place inside.

#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 .2818 (a). Lavatories shall be kept clean and in good repair- Observed clogged drain at hand sink in classroom 102 need repair. Keep clear and in good repair. Observed soiled/buildup around faucet and drain at hand sink in classroom 101 need cleaning. Keep clean.

#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2

15A NCAC 18A .2820 (g).Purses, that do not contain hazardous items, must be stored 5 ft above the floor, behind lock and key, or behind a child safety lock.- Observed a substitute teacher’s purse stored on top of a box on the floor less than 5ft in classroom 101. Ensure to keep/store all personal belongings and purses that contain no hazardous items at 5ft or higher at anytime.

#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836

General Comment: 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 in classroom 101, water damaged ceiling tiles and cracked/peeling ceiling in restroom need repair or replace. Check for no activity leaks, repair if needed. Keep all ceiling in clean and good repair.

#48 · Pest control; premises free of conditions that harbor or attract pests: .2831, .2832 −3

15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b). (b) Pests shall be excluded from the child care center. Traps set for pests shall only be placed in areas that are inaccessible to children.- Observed live roaches under the sink in classroom 101 and 107. Keep free of any pests in the classrooms.

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Sep 22, 2025 13 demerits · 7 violations

Inspector comments: NOTE: - Lead teacher: Hillary Bost was present during inspection.

#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) Hot foods that a child brings from home to the child care center in double-walled, insulated thermos containers may be stored outside of refrigeration at the child care center with the written permission of the child's parent or guardian.- Observed children lunch boxes sitting outside the refrigerator. Almost all lunches are in the double wall thermos containers. The facility does not have a parent/guardian permission. Obtain a proper permission form and have available upon request. OR store all lunches in the refrigerator. NOTE: 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (h) The temperature of potentially hazardous food provided by the child care center for consumption by children shall be 45 degrees Fahrenheit or below, or at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above at all times, including field trips, catering events, and outdoor service, except during periods of preparation and service immediately prior to consumption. All potential hazards food items shall maintain cold temperature of 45F or below. Hot food at 135F or above.

#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 children lunch boxes in 101, 102, 107 without name or date. Some with name and no date, some with date no name. Ensure to label both name and current date on lunches daily.

#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814

General Comment: Provide15A NCAC 18A .2812 (j) A sanitizing solution shall be provided for cleaning purposes.- Observed the facility without cleaning solution bottles for cleaning purposes. CDI- Sanitizer and disinfectant cleaning solution was provided to each classroom at the time of inspection.

#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 boxes of toy stored in toilet room 103. Only toileting items are allowed to be stored in the restroom.

#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3

#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2

#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836 −3

15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a). In child care centers, beds, cribs, cots, mats, and play pens shall be kept clean and in good repair, stored to prevent contamination, and cleaned and sanitized between users.- Observed damage at the corners of sleeping mats. Need repair or replace. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (c). Beds, cots, and mats shall be assigned and labeled for use by an individual child and equipped with individual linens.- Observed sleeping mats without number assigned to, however name are taped at the cubby where the mats stored in 107. Observed name of mat does not match with name of the cubby in 102. Ensure to label name or number and have assigned list available.

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Feb 12, 2025 14 demerits · 6 violations

Inspector comments: NOTE: - The second lead teacher Ms. Erin Cherry present during inspection

#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children.- Observed water temperature in room 101 measured at 55F, and room 102 measured at 77F. Provide tempered water where is accessible to children.

#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 liquid wipe-out stored in the metal cabinet drawer in 102. Observed disinfectant spray aerosol can on a shelf in the restroom 101. All hazardous items which has labeled “Keep out of reach of children “ and extra “warning or caution” shall be kept in a lock storage/cabinet at all time. NOTE: **Lock storage rooms and cabinets shall include those which are unlocked with a combination lock, electric or magnetic device, key pad, key, or equivalent locking device. Keys shall be stored at least 5ft or higher at all time**

#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3

#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4

15A NCAC 18A .2822 (d).Water play centers shall be filled with potable water immediately before children begin a water play session. Water shall be emptied after each play session and at a minimum each morning and afternoon, or more often if no longer clean.- Observed soiled water table that was played by children this morning session. Right after lunch, there is a play session again, a child is playing in the same soiled water during inspection. The water play station shall be emptied and cleaned after each play session. Before the next play session. CDI- teacher took care of the situation at the time of inspection.

#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4

REPEAT: 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 water stain/damage on ceiling, peeling paints in restroom 101. Observed missing ceiling tiles in room 107. Check for no active leaks, repair leaks and ceiling paint/replace of the ceiling tiles. NOTE: The facility had submitted work order for items to be repaired.

#48 · Pest control; premises free of conditions that harbor or attract pests: .2831, .2832 −3

15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b). (b) Pests shall be excluded from the child care center. Traps set for pests shall only be placed in areas that are inaccessible to children.- Observed several dead roaches and live spider inside a cabinet underneath hand sink in room 101. Cabinet needs to be clean. Keep clean and free of bugs.

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Sep 18, 2024 3 demerits · 3 violations

Inspector comments: NOTE: - ROOM 101: currently is not occupied due to one short teacher and children enrollment. Only 3 classrooms that are in session at this time 102, 103, and 107. - Lead teacher: Yvette Butler present during inspection.

#20 · No identified lead poisoning hazards in accordance with NCGS 130A-131.7(7): .2816

General Comment REPEAT: 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.- Observed last water testing for lead was on 06/15/2021. On RTI website indicating “enrollment started”. And sample kits shipped to the facility 8/16/2024. The facility shall ensure to complete the required process and update the department with new results.

#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3

#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836

General Comment REPEAT: 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 water stain on ceiling tiles in classrooms 107, 103. Check for no active leaks, repair leaks/replace of the ceiling tiles. NOTE: The facility had submitted the priority work request for roof issues/HVAC related to be completed as soon as possible. According to documentation record requested date 7/22/24 for room 101, 103, 107. Requested again on 9/12/2024.

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Sep 11, 2024 14 demerits · 7 violations

Inspector comments: NOTE: * Re-Inspection within 7 days (9/18/2024) * Lead teacher: Ms. Yvette Butler present at the time of inspection.

#20 · No identified lead poisoning hazards in accordance with NCGS 130A-131.7(7): .2816

General Comment: 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.- Observed water testing for lead was expired on 06/15/2021. On RTI website indicating “enrollment started”. The facility shall ensure to complete the required process and update the department with new results.

#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820 −6

PROVISIONAL ITEM: 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key.- Observed liquid wipe-out stored in the cabinet with child proof latch in classroom 102. Observed a box of “RAID” mini cans spray for killing roaches stored on counter in classroom 107. Observed boxes/containers of Clorox wipes stored on the counter and unlock cabinet in classroom 103. All hazardous items which has labeled “Keep out of reach of children “ and extra “warning or caution” shall be kept in lock storage/cabinet at all time. NOTE: **Lock storage rooms and cabinets shall include those which are unlocked with a combination lock, electric or magnetic device, key pad, key, or equivalent locking device. Keys shall be stored at least 5ft or higher at all time**

#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3

#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2

15A NCAC 18A .2820 (g).Purses, that do not contain hazardous items, must be stored 5 ft above the floor, behind lock and key, or behind a child safety lock.- Observed teacher purses stored in drawer and counter less than 5ft in classroom 102. Put all personal purses/bags that contain non-hazardous items in it up at least 5ft or higher at all time.

#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836

General Comment: 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 water stain on ceiling tiles in classrooms 107, 103. Check for no active leaks, repair leaks/replace of the ceiling tiles.

#42 · Designated area for sick children; maintained as required; written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events: .2827, .2836

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2827 (d). The child care center shall have written procedures that employees shall follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the center. The procedures shall address the specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, children, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter.- Observed the facility missing the diarrhea and vomit plan/poster. EHS provided poster at the time of inspection.

#48 · Pest control; premises free of conditions that harbor or attract pests: .2831, .2832 −3

REPEAT 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b). (b) Pests shall be excluded from the child care center. Traps set for pests shall only be placed in areas that are inaccessible to children.- Observed roaches trap (black square) under hand sink in classroom 102. Observed throughout under sinks, lower cabinets in all classrooms have black dropping/residues of pests. Detail cleaning needed and keep clean and free of pests.

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May 16, 2024 10 demerits · 4 violations

Inspector comments: NOTE: - Water testing for lead is every three years. Last testing was 06/15/2021. Ensure to complete all requirements before due date. New results will be update at the next routine inspection. - Lead teacher: Ms. Hillary Bost present during inspection.

#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4

REPEAT 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children.- Observed water temperature in room 102 measured at 72F. Provide tempered water where is accessible to children.

#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3

#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2824 (c). Carpet shall be vacuumed daily and extraction cleaned at least once each 6 months. Cleaning materials including surfactants, solvents, and water used for extraction shall be removed from the carpet before the space is reoccupied. -The facility is scheduling for cleaning and new update will be provided at the next routine inspection.

#48 · Pest control; premises free of conditions that harbor or attract pests: .2831, .2832 −3

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 live roaches inside the back cabinet in room 101. observed dead roaches under the hand washing sink in room 103 and 107. Clean all the dead roaches, keep all area clean and free of pests.

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Dec 18, 2023 9 demerits · 4 violations

Inspector comments: NOTE: Today 12/18/23, re-inspection, THE CLASSROOM 107 IS STILL NOT AN APPROVED SPACE FOR PRE-K PROGRAMMING AT THIS TIME. The list of items shall be completed before approval granted: 1. Water temperature measured at 58F, shall provide tempered water between 80F-110F. 2. If choose to have hooks in classroom, it needs to be at least 12 inches apart. There are hooks on the wall right by the exit door. 3. Repair roof leaks: pending documentation showing the issues had been fixed. 4. Low water pressure on the hot side faucet, need to be adjusted/repaired. No hot water available at the time of inspection. **Please call Nicole Bruce: 704-507-4238 for approval of the space in classroom 107, once everything has been fixed.** (Ms. Bost, lead teacher in classroom 101, teachers in classroom 102 present during the re-inspection today. Today is a field trip day and everyone is getting ready to leave in the middle of re-inspection. The front office personnel is signing the report in placed of Ms. Bost today).

General Comment: 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 water bottles case stored on the floor in classroom 103. Keep all food items above the floor at least 6 inches or higher.

#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 no tempered water available In the un-approved classroom 107. Water measured at 58F at the time of inspection.

#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 sanitizer bottle in the outside bag hanging less than 5ft, sanitizer wipes stored in the unlock drawer less than 5ft in classroom 102. Teacher removed item and store properly at the time of inspection.

#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2

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 jackets/coats of children in classroom 101 in the cubbies hanging out and touching each other. Ensure to put all children belonging inside the cubby/bookbag completely and not allow items to touch each other while storing. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f). Coat hooks not in individual cubbies or lockers must be 12 horizontal inches apart.- Observed hooks in the un-approved classroom 107 space measured at 6 inches apart. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (g).Purses, that do not contain hazardous items, must be stored 5 ft above the floor, behind lock and key, or behind a child safety lock.- Observed teacher purses in classroom 102 and 107 stored less than 5ft in the unlock cabinet and on the hook on top of the cubby.

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Nov 20, 2023 29 demerits · 11 violations

Inspector comments: NOTE: # Today re-inspection, the classroom 107 is not an approved space for Pre-K programming at this time. The list of items shall be completed before approval granted (1. water temperature at 67F, need to between 80F-110F. 2. If choose to have hooks in classroom, it needs to be at least 12 inches apart. 3. Repair roof leaks: still need the confirmation showing the issues had been fixed. 4. Low water pressure on the hot side faucet, need to be adjusted/repaired). Items that have been completed already in room 107 (CO alarm has been installed, stained ceiling tiles had been replace). # Ms. Bost (lead teacher), Mr. Ray Bost (head of custodian/maintenance), Ms Deanna Matthews (Child care consultant) present during the re-inspection today. Today re-inspection is a corroborative re-inspection with Ms. Matthews. # The center (David Cox Elementary Pre-K) is disapproved for today’s sanitation classification. Re- Inspection needed. The center needs to call the health department (Ponpasert Vongvilay: 704-617-9777 or Office: 980-314-1620) once all issues are fixed for re-inspection. Please call Nicole Bruce: 704-507-4238 for approval of the space in classroom 107.

#1 · Handwashing when required: .2803, .2836 −5

REPEAT 15A NCAC 18A .2803 (a) and (c), .2836 (15).Child care center employees and children shall wash their hands when required. -Observed students came into the classroom 102 from the outside, teacher directed students to gather on the carpet to engaging in class activities without directing anyone to taking turn or going to wash their hands upon arrival from the outside. Ensure to direct students to wash their hands upon arrival at the center/classroom. Hand washing sign poster emailed to lead teacher at the time of inspection.

General Comment: 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 classroom 103 inside the refrigerator, children lunchboxes without a date that was received at the center/classroom. Ensure both name and date that was received are on the lunchboxes each day, and return or discard the items at the end of each day.

#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2

REPEAT 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 bottle (Spantan: Sani-Tyze) through out the facility without the testing method/kit to find the strength of concentration. According to teachers, school was given them the bottles for cleaning purposes.

#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4

REPEAT 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children.- Observed water temperature in room 103 measured at 67F and 107 (the 4th, unapproved classroom) measured at 66F at the time of re-inspection. NOTE: The head of custodian/maintenance had put a work request on 11/17/2023 for the water temperature to be adjusted.

#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

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a). Lavatories shall be kept clean and in good repair. -Observed very low water pressure on hot side faucet at the hand sink in classroom 107. Need repair or adjust at the appropriate water flow. NOTE: the head of custodian/maintenance put in the work order in today 11/20/23 for repair.

#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2

REPEAT 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 the disinfectant bottle (BETCO: GE Fight Bac RTU) through out the facility without the test method/kit to find the strength of concentration. According to teachers, school was given them the bottle for cleaning purposes.

#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820 −6

PROVISIONAL ITEM REPEAT: 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. -Observed aerosol cans of shaving cream, air neutralizer, and disinfectant spray cans, disinfectant solution bottle (BETCO: GE Fight Bac RTU), cleaner/sanitizer bottle (Spartan: Sani-Tyze) in the unlock cabinet in room 103. All the disinfectant and cleaner/sanitizer bottle that was given by school has caution/warning/keep out of reach of children label. All hazardous items shall be kept lock at all time. ** Locked storage rooms and cabinets shall include those which are unlocked with a combination lock, electronic or magnetic device, keypad, key, or equivalent locking device** NOTE: the head of custodian/maintenance had put the order in for lock cabinet to be repaired on 11/14/2023.

#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3

REPEAT 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 bottles stored in unlock file cabinets less than 5ft in room 103. Ensure to put all non hazardous items 5ft or above. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (g).Purses, that do not contain hazardous items, must be stored 5 ft above the floor, behind lock and key, or behind a child safety lock.- Observed teachers purse inside the unlock cabinet less than 5ft in room 103. Observed purses stored on top of the cubbies less than 5ft in room 107 (unapproved space). Keep all personal bags/belonging that do not contain hazardous items at 5ft or above.

#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4

REPEAT 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (d).Water play centers shall be filled with potable water immediately before children begin a water play session. Water shall be emptied after each play session and at a minimum each morning and afternoon, or more often if no longer clean.- Observed water play table in room 101 and 103 was filled with cloudy water and toys from previous play session and did not get empty and clean up at the end of the session. EHS and lead teacher discussed proper procedures about the water play center. Ensure to clean up and empty after each play session.

#48 · Pest control; premises free of conditions that harbor or attract pests: .2831, .2832 −3

REPEAT 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 dead roaches under the hand washing sink in room 103. Clean all the dead bugs, keep area clean and free of pests.

#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

General Comment: 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 water/garden hoses laying on the ground outside play area beside classroom 101, 103. Keep the area clear from possible trip hazards. 5A NCAC 18A .2831 (c). For outdoor toys and play equipment, including all structures accessible to children, the following shall apply: (1) Equipment and toys shall be kept clean, in good repair, and free of peeling, flaking, or chalking paint, rust, and corrosion. -Observed broken seat on tricycle and damaged pink water plastic tub in the ground at outside play area beside classroom 101 and 103. Keep all outside play equipment in good repair.

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Nov 14, 2023 13 demerits · 8 violations

Inspector comments: NOTE: There is a 4th classroom 107 added to the program according to teachers. This class started to have children on 9/5/2023. There are 16 children currently in the classroom. In the Health department permit condition record showing: (Areas Approved: Cafeteria, Health Room, 101, 102, 103, playground.). Contact Health department for approval and add the 4th class in the system. Ms. Bost (lead teacher) present during inspection Re- Inspection needed within 7 days (11/21/2023)

#1 · Handwashing when required: .2803, .2836

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2803 (a) and (c), .2836 (15).Child care center employees and children shall wash their hands when required. Observed student entered a room 103, and went into engaging in group activity without hands washing upon arrival. Ensure to students wash their hands upon arrival at the center/classroom.

#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814

General Comment: 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 bottle (Spantan: Sani-Tyze) through out the facility without the testing method to find the strength of concentration. According to teachers, school was given them the bottles for cleaning purposes.

#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4

REPEAT 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children.- Observed water temperature in room 103 measured at 67F, and 68F in room 107 (the 4th class that was opened for children on 9/5/2023 according to teachers.)

#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836

General Comment: 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 the disinfectant bottle (BETCO: GE Fight Bac RTU) through out the facility without the test method to find the strength of concentration. According to teachers, school was given them the bottle for cleaning purposes.

#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820 −6

PROVISIONAL ITEM: 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. -Observed aerosol disinfectant spray, disinfectant solution bottle (BETCO: GE Fight Bac RTU), cleaner/sanitizer bottle (Spartan: Sani-Tyze) in the unlock cabinet in room 101. All the disinfectant and cleaner/sanitizer bottle that was given by school has caution/warning/keep out of reach of children label. Observed wipeout bottles and liquid pen of wipeout in unlock teacher desk in room 101. Observed aerosol can (disinfectant spray, shaving cream, cleaner/sani-Tyze bottle) in unlock cabinet in room 103. Observed Clorox wipes in unlock file cabinet in room 103. All hazardous items shall be kept lock at all time. * Locked storage rooms and cabinets shall include those which are unlocked with a combination lock, electronic or magnetic device, keypad, key, or equivalent locking device*

#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3

REPEAT 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 bottle in outside bag in room 101, 102 stored less than 5ft. Observed hand sanitizer bottles stored in unlock file cabinet less than 5ft in room 101 and 102. Observed hand sanitizer bottle stored in file cabinet less than 5ft in room 103. Ensure to put all non hazardous items 5ft or above. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (g).Purses, that do not contain hazardous items, must be stored 5 ft above the floor, behind lock and key, or behind a child safety lock.- Observed teachers purses stored on the desk, in unlock file cabinet, in the cubby less than 5ft in room 101 and 107.

#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (d).Water play centers shall be filled with potable water immediately before children begin a water play session. Water shall be emptied after each play session and at a minimum each morning and afternoon, or more often if no longer clean.- Observed water play table in room 101 was filled from previous play session and did not get empty and clean up at the end of the session. According to lead teacher, the facility is short of staff and since the last play session no one has play again yet. The classroom will clean and sanitize everything at the end of the school day today.

#48 · Pest control; premises free of conditions that harbor or attract pests: .2831, .2832

General Comment: 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 dead roaches under the hand washing sink in room 103. Clean all the dead bugs, keep area clean.

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May 5, 2023 8 demerits · 4 violations

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 some lunches brought children’s home stored in dorm refrigeration units in the following classes with no date/name: 101 and 103.

#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814

Keep all non-food contact surfaces and equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f) and .2809 (1) and (3). Observed yellow build up on flooring on dorm refrigeration unit stored in classroom 102.

#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836

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 reach 67F at handsink in classroom 103.

#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 sanitizer stored below 5 feet in classroom 102. *NOTE: Report emailed to: hillaryb.bost@cms.k12.nc.us

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Oct 13, 2022 7 demerits · 4 violations

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 lunches stored in dorm refrigeration unit in classroom 103 with names and no dates.

#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814

Keep all non-food contact surfaces and equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f) and .2809 (1) and (3). Observed minor build up on flooring of dorm refrigeration unit in classroom 101.

#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 mop sinks and can washes accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e). Observed hot water reach 74F in classroom 103.

#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 bulk soap stored below 5 feet in classroom 102. *NOTE: Report emailed to Head Teacher, Ms. Bost, at: hillaryb.bost@cms.k12.nc.us

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Mar 24, 2022 6 demerits · 3 violations

#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 bulk liquid soap stored under handwashing sinks in all PreK classrooms during time of inspection. EHS relocated bulk liquid soap on shelving above 5 feet.

#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836 −3

All cribs, beds, cots and mats must be labeled with each individual child's name. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (c ). Observed sleeping mats in classroom 103 names not matching numbers on mat chart. EHS educated teacher and teacher stated that she would correctly label sleeping mats.

#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836

Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed minor staining on large multicolored floor rug located in classroom 101. NOTE: Report emailed to Ms. Bost at: hillaryb.bost@cms.k12.nc.us

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Sep 14, 2021 13 demerits · 4 violations

Inspector comments: *NOTE: Head Custodian Juan Story present during time of inspection. Report was sent to Lead teacher Ms. Hillary Bost at: hillaryb.bost@cms.k12.nc.us

#1 · Handwashing when required: .2803, .2836 −5

Wash hands when required. 15A NCAC 18A .2803 (a). Observed child use restroom and not wash hands after using restroom in classroom 101. EHS spoke with principal and stressed the importance of proper handwashing.

#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 −2

All thermometers in refrigerators shall be stored in the warmest part of the refrigerator and located to be easily readable. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (h) (1). Observed thermometer stored in back of dorm refrigeration unit classroom 101.

#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836 −3

Keep all mats, cots, and cribs clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a). Observed red mats fraying throughout all classroom (101, 102, and 103) within creases of mats.

#48 · Pest control; premises free of conditions that harbor or attract pests: .2831, .2832 −3

Keep the facility free of rodents, insects and vermin. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b). Observed dead insects under hand sink cabinet in classroom 103.

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May 12, 2021 7 demerits · 2 violations

Inspector comments: AREAS CHECKED rooms 101, 102, 103 cafeteria playground NO POINTS DEDUCTED (#20) No water sample on record for testing lead levels at school. (#29) All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). Observed White Out stored in unlocked file cabinets inside classrooms #102, #103; CDI hazardous items properly stored behind lock and key. Observed chemical storage cabinet left unlocked with multiple cleaners and aerosols accessible inside classroom #103, CDI cabinet locked during inspection (note) lock is becoming worn and not properly locking when key is used, recommend replacing lock.

#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3

Approved non-hazardous products must be stored 5ft above the floor or behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b), (c ) and (d). Observed gallon sized bulk sanitizer stored below 5ft inside unlocked cabinet inside classroom #102; sanitizer placed above 5ft during inspection. (note) observed soapy water stored in container reading (glass cleaner), label created during inspection.

#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4

REPEAT Toys, equipment, furniture, and any other items accessible to the children shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a), (b). Observed wooden cubbies inside classrooms #102, #103 having old tape residue stuck to surfaces in need of removal.

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Dec 15, 2020 4 demerits · 1 violation

#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4

REPEAT Toys, equipment, furniture, and any other items accessible to the children shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a), (b). Observed sticker / tape residue stuck to wooden cubbiees used for mats and toys in need of removal.

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Jan 13, 2020 8 demerits · 2 violations

#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 tape residue stuck to mat cubbies in need of removal.

#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 flooring in all rooms in need of general cleaning (water, sand and debris) accumulated.

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Sep 10, 2019 9 demerits · 3 violations

#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 moldy ceiling inside lavatory inside #101 in need of repair.

#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 light fixture / bulbs not shielded inside lavatory in room #102.

#48 · Pest control; premises free of conditions that harbor or attract pests: .2831, .2832 −3

Keep the facility free of rodents, insects and vermin. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b). Observed live roach underneath hand washing sink area inside room #102 in need of treatment. (staff stated building services have already been contacted).

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Feb 12, 2019 8 demerits · 2 violations

#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4

REPEAT Toys, equipment, furniture, and any other items accessible to the children shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a), (b). Observed wooden cubbies used for storing sleeping mats having tape residue / tape on surfaces in need of removal.

#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 water damaged ceiling tiles in classroom #101; Observed active leak inside childrens lavatory in classroom #101 producing mold growth on ceiling in need of repair.

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Sep 25, 2018 11 demerits · 3 violations

Inspector comments: NO POINTS DEDUCTED #29 All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). Observed aerosol shaving cream stored in unlocked cabinet #30 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 Lotion stored inside supply drawer in room #101 not above 5 ft.

#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4

REPEAT Toys, equipment, furniture, and any other items accessible to the children shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a), (b). Observed tape residue on wooden mat cubbies in all classrooms in need of removal.

#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 ceiling inside lavatory in classroom #101 water damaged in need of repair.

#48 · Pest control; premises free of conditions that harbor or attract pests: .2831, .2832 −3

Keep the facility free of rodents, insects and vermin. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b). Observed mice droppings collected underneath hand washing sink in classroom #103; Observed large live spider underneath hand washing sink in classroom #103.

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Jan 30, 2018 14 demerits · 4 violations

Inspector comments: NO POINTS WERE TAKEN FOR THE FOLLOWING: #4 - CRITICAL VIOLATION Observed thermometer reading 50F in 103. EHS took a temperature of apples that were stored in the door from cafeteria breakfast that were 67F. Dorm sized refrigerator was full of lunch boxes. Refrigerator was set on 4 when the lowest temperature setting is 6. EHS explained to teacher that when refrigerators of this size are overloaded all at once with lunch boxes or food items, the refrigerator rises in temperature. EHS turned dial to 6 and later saw that the temperature had gone down to 45F on thermometer. Observed thermometer reading 60F in refrigerator of 102, juice box measured 47F. No potentially hazardous foods were being stored in this refrigerator at the time of inspection. EHS suggested turning refrigerator temperature down. **All potentially hazardous food products shall be maintained at 45°F, or below, or 140°F or above. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (f) #5 - Observed lunch boxes brought from home without dates on them. Teacher was unaware that lunch boxes need to be labeled. **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) #27 - Observed yellow/orange liquid in spray bottle without label. Teacher was unsure of what solution was. Properly label all spray bottles. **All cleaning and disinfectant solutions shall be properly labeled (i.e. soapy water, disinfectant). 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2820 (c ). #37 - Observed tape on flooring in classrooms collecting debris. **Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. #48 - Observed accumulation of dead cockroaches under the hand sink in room 102 in need of cleaning and removal. **Keep the facility free of rodents, insects and vermin. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b). "Disinfectant" - In addition to chlorine, products registered with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as hospital grade germicides or disinfectants or as disinfectants for safe use in schools, child care centers, institutions or restaurants are also approved disinfectants, provided the manufacturer's Material Safety Data Sheets are kept on file at the child care center and the instructions for use are followed.

#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 −2

REPEAT Observed thermometer broken in room 101. Observed thermometer reading 60F in refrigerator of 102 while juice boxes measured 47F. Replace thermometers. **Provide an accurate thermometer in all refrigerators. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (h)

#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4

Observed hot water only reach 75F in room 103. **Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (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 teachers state that toilets in classrooms are cleaned and disinfected by custodial staff. One teacher did have quat 256 available in the classroom. Quat measured way over 400 ppm on EHS test strip, quat 256 in the bottle was not diluted properly and is too strong to be used directly on toilets. Custodian showed EHS that they are using H2Orange2 to clean toilets. Toilets used by pre-k students must be cleaned with an EPA registered chemical that meets the definition "disinfectant." See the definition for "disinfectant" on general comments page. Observed loose toilet seat in 102. Observed cleaning needed on the backsplash and hand sink faucet in room 101. **Toilets shall be cleaned and disinfected at least daily and when visibly soiled. disinfecting solution as set out in 15A NCAC 18A .2801(7) shall be used for this purpose. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (b). **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). **Keep handwashing sinks clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a).

#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4

REPEAT Observed tape residue on wooden shelving in classrooms including but not limited to mat storage shelving. Observed cleaning needed in toy bins and in the cracks and crevices ofb toys in room 101. Observed keyboards with dust build-up. Observed cleaning needed in cabinets of classrooms. **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).

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Sep 15, 2017 11 demerits · 3 violations

Inspector comments: Rooms checked: 101, 102, 103, playground. Inspection led by Jamil Blackmon and supervised by Savannah Parker. No Demerits Issued: 7. Observed no thermometer in room 101. Provide an accurate thermometer in all refrigerators. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (h) 23. Observed unopened box containing a toy stored in restroom of room 102. Limit storage in restrooms to toileting and diapering items only. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). 30. Observed bulk soap stored on counter top in room 101. 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). 37. Observed build up on door behind handle in room 103. Observed minor water damage to ceiling in room 101. Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.

#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4

Observed toilet screw caps missing from base of toilets. Observed re-caulking needed on toilet and hand washing sink in room 101. Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Keep hand washing sinks clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a).

#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 mat cubbies with names but nothing on mat to correlate in rooms 102 and 103. All cribs, beds, cots and mats must be labeled with each individual child's name. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (c ).

#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4

Observed large interactive toys in classrooms in need of cleaning in cracks and crevices. Observed paper boxes peeling in room 101. Observed tape residue on wood shelving throughout. Observed dusty keyboard in room 101. 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).

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Mar 8, 2017 11 demerits · 3 violations

Inspector comments: Areas Checked: Room 101, 102, & 103, outdoor playground area, out door play area, nurse station.

Food storage in classrooms shall be limited to foods that are individually packaged unless the room is equipped with a food preparation area. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (b) - Observed classroom 103 with chips and beverages that are portioned for class use with no food preparation area. Food shall be pre-packed for it to be used in the classroom.

#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2

Provide sanitizer test kit. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (g) - Observed no test strips for sanitizer. Provide test strips at all times.

#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). - Repeat - Observed tape residue on furniture. Clean and sanitize water play centers and associated toys daily (if used) and when visibly soiled. 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (c ). - Observed indoor water play areas in need of being changed. Ensure that water play areas are changed as needed or daily.

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Dec 7, 2016 12 demerits · 4 violations

Inspector comments: Observed no CO alarm in room 102. A CO alarm needs to be installed within 14 days.

#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 single service utensils stored with handles down, store with handles up.

#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836 −3

Individual linen shall be provided for all beds, cots, or mats. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (c ). No sheets available in room 101. Towels don't stay put underneath the child when napping. Sleeping mats, cribs, and cots shall be stored to prevent contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a). Mats stored in wrong compartments, room 101

#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 tape residue on furniture. Cabinet / cubby interiors need wiping out. Egg cartons cannot be used unless they are new (never had eggs in them).

#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 −2

Keep all ventilation related equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (b). Vents dusty in classrooms.

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Feb 11, 2016 7 demerits · 2 violations

Inspector comments: Rooms Inspected: 101, 102, 103, Kitchen. No deductions for the following violations: 28. Observed tooth paste stored unlocked in room 101. Keep all medications stored under lock and key. 29. Observed white board cleaner unlocked in 101 and 103. Observed aerosol sunscreen unlocked in 103. All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b).

#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3

Observed purse stored below 5 feet in room 103. Purses, that do not contain hazardous items, must be stored 5 ft above the floor, behind lock and key, or behind a child safety lock. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f).

#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4

Observed ceiling in room 101 restroom damaged. Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.

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Oct 29, 2015 10 demerits · 3 violations

Inspector comments: 21. Observed toilet dirty in 103Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).Areas Approved: Cafeteria, Health Room, 101, 102, 103, playground.l

#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −4

Observed interior of refrigerator collecting residue and unit not maintaining temperature, 50 degrees F at time of inspection.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 band aids stored in restroom in 101.Limit storage in restrooms to toileting and diapering items only. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).

#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4

Observed ceiling damaged in 103 bathroom.Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “DAVID COX ELEMENTARY PRE K” or State ID 2060421364). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.