HIGHLAND RENAISSANCE ACADEMY PRE K

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 lunch in refrigerator missing label. Needs label.

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (c). Non-aerosol sanitizing solutions, approved disinfectants, detergent solutions, hand antiseptics, and hand lotions shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use by storing the items 5 ft above the floor or behind lock and key. Observed hand sanitizer stored less than 5 5ft up on large drawer unit. Needs to be stored 5ft up. REPEAT.

15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed bottles of printer ink stored on teachers desk (B3) next to printer and in bottom drawer of file cabinet unlocked which are labeled “keep out of reach of children” with additional warnings. Needs to be stored locked. REPEAT.

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (c). Non-aerosol sanitizing solutions, approved disinfectants, detergent solutions, hand antiseptics, and hand lotions shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use by storing the items 5 ft above the floor or behind lock and key. Observed hand sanitizer stored less than 5 5ft up on large drawer unit. Needs to be stored 5ft up.

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed goo gone in unlocked file cabinet in B3. CDI- goo gone was moved to locked cabinet.

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. EHS observed facility did not have written vomit and diarrhea plan. EHS provided copies.

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. Observed milks and some student lunch bags in classroom fridge reading at 50F. CDI - Temperature of refrigerator was adjusted. Milks were voluntarily discarded.

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 bag of cheese puffs stored wrapped up in opened snack bag in B3. Needs to be in resealable bag or container.

15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed Lysol aerosol stored on shelf unlocked in classroom B3. Observed 5 cans of Lysol aerosol in unlocked file cabinet in classroom B3. Needs to be stored behind lock and key. REPEAT. PROVISIONAL ITEM.

15A NCAC 18A .2820 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 bags stored in cabinets on coat hooks that were 12 inches apart in contact with each other. Needs to be stored in a manner to prevent contact with items belonging to other children. Staff have sent work order to have hooks rearranged. REPEAT.

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 tears in corners of mats in classroom B3. Needs repair/replacement.

15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a) Toys, equipment, furniture, and any other items accessible to the children shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed tears in couch and chair in classroom B4. Needs repair/replaced. Staff stated new furniture has been ordered.

15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. Observed handsink water at 75 in classroom 2. Needs to be 80-110F.

15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed aerosol containers stored over 5ft up but unlocked. CDI- All aerosols were moved to be stored in locked cabinet.

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 emergency bags with hand sanitizer in both classrooms and Lysol wipes in classroom 1 stored less than 5ft up. Needs to be store at least 5ft above the floor or locked.

15A NCAC 18A .2820 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 bags stored in cabinets on coat hooks that were 12 inches apart in contact with each other. Needs to be stored in a manner to prevent contact with items belonging to other children. Staff have sent work order to have hooks rearranged.

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 on shelving located behind books in classroom B10.

Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed minor stored ceiling tiles in classroom B11. EHS advises school to ensure no active leak is occurring and to have stained ceiling tiles replaced. *NOTE: Report emailed to lead teacher, Mrs. Hall at: chrystal.black@cms.k12.nc.us

Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed carpet staining on large floor rugs in rooms B9 and B10. *NOTE: Report emailed to Ms. Hall at: chrystal.black@cms.k12.nc.us

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 hand sanitizer stored below 5 feet at door entrances to classroom B9 and B10. *NOTE: Critical violation #29 has been corrected. Report emailed to Mrs. Hall at: chrystal.black@cms.k12.nc.us

Provide an accurate thermometer in all refrigerators. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (h). Observed no thermometer in dorm refrigeration unit in classroom B9.

All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). Observed aerosol Lysol and aerosol air freshener stored on high shelving in classroom B10. Observed aerosol W40 stored on high shelving in classroom B12. Observed several cans of aerosol Lysol and Microban cleaner stored on high shelving in classroom B9. During time of inspection EHS had teachers properly locked hazardous items behind lock and key. According to conversation with teachers some had been instructed that due to COVID19 that it was okay to have hazardous items out as long as items were stored on high shelving above 5 feet. EHS advised all teachers during time of inspection that although the PreK is located within a school that they are licensed with DHHS and per NC state rules all hazardous items must be behind lock and key period. EHS emailed Head teacher a hazardous items guide. EHS will conduct a reinspection within 7 days to ensure critical violation has been corrected.

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 disinfectant wipes below 5 feet in classroom B11.

Keep all mats, cots, and cribs clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a). Observed some red mats fraying at creases within classrooms. EHS advises center to have mats replaced that are no longer in good repair.

Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed minor stained ceiling tile in corner tiles located in classroom B9. EHS advises school to ensure no active leak is occurring and to have stained ceiling tile replaced. *NOTE: Report emailed to Mrs. Hall at: chrystal.black@cms.k12.nc.us

Provide an accurate thermometer in all refrigerators. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (h). Observed no thermometer in dorm refrigeration unit located in classroom B9.

Keep all mats, cots, and cribs clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a). Observed sleeping mats fraying in creases and around edges throughout all classrooms. EHS advises PreK to repair or replace fraying mats.

Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed stained ceiling tile in classroom B11. EHS advises school/PreK to ensure that no active leaks are occurring were there are stained ceiling tile and to replace stained ceiling tiles.

Observed thermometer in the refrigerator in room B-9 not working. **Provide an accurate thermometer in all refrigerators. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (h)

Observed bag of sugar not properly stored in the cabinet in room B9. Sugar was placed in zip lock bag during the inspection. **Store all foods in approved re-sealable bags or containers once opened. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (a)

Observed water stained ceiling tile in room B9. Ensure that leak is not ongoing and have tile replaced. **Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. NOTE: The thermometers in the refrigerators were reading around 60F in rooms B11 and B12. Juice was tested to see interior temperature and it was at 58F. No perishable items were in the refrigerator at the time of inspection. Thermostat needs to be turned down.

Observed water stainedceiling tiles in 1st and 2nd pre k class on right. Observed damaged blinds in a couple of classrooms. Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.

Observed water stained ceiling tiles above shelving in first Pre K class on right side of hallway (when facing the exit door). Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.

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 stuck to wooden storage cubbies throughout all classrooms. Observed handle missing from wooden cabinet cubbie in B11 in need of repair.

REPEAT Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed tape residue stuck to floor causing a cleaning barrier in room B12. Observed wall around soap dispensers damaged in need of repair in rooms B11-B12.

All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). Observed 3 out of 4 rooms having numerous chemicals / hazardous items stored not behind lock and key; Provisional issued.

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 lotions and hand sanitizer bottles stored below 5 ft in 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). Observed tape residue stuck to wooden storage cubbies throughout all classrooms.

Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed wall near toilet room in Mrs. Barcia classroom in need of paint touch-up.

Observed disinfecting wipes, sanitizers and aerosols stored over snacks in cabinet in rooms B9, B10 and B13. 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).

Observed disinfecting wipes, sanitizers and aerosols stored over single service articles in rooms B10 and B13. Single-service articles must be kept clean and protected from contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .2809 (8), .2814 (a) and (b).

Observed disinfectant being used in all classrooms at 0ppm. Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7).

0bserved water sitting in water play activity during nap time. Water should be discarded when water play is over. Water play centers shall be filled just prior to each water play session. Water shall be emptied after each session or more often if visibly soiled. 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (c).

Observed paint needing to be touched up around soap dispenser in room B12. Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.

Observed broken thermometer in refrigeration unit in room B-10. Thermometer was reading 60F and food products in refrigeration unit had a temperature of 41F. Provide an accurate thermometer in all refrigerators. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (h)

Observed water stained ceiling tile in room B-9. Repair any roof or HVAC leak then replace water stained ceiling tiles. Clean exit door in B-10. Replace damaged floor tile in B-12 near floor expansion joint. Touch-up paint throughout in classrooms where needed. Clean spots/stains on rugs in pre k classrooms. Secure metal plate on latching mechanism on edge of bathroom door in room B-11. Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.

Observed light bulbs in light fixture in B-9 and B-12 not shatter proof or shielded. Light bulbs must be shatterproof or shielded. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (a).

Tightly secure base of playground fencing->entrapment hazard. Address wet areas on playground area and surrounding playground fencing. Address standing water beside building between B-9 and B-11. Keep the premises clean and free of dilapidated structures and broken play equipment. 15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a). Keep the property free of standing water. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b).

Observed several coat and book bags touching in cabinet storage areas in classrooms. Store children personal belongings so they are not touching. 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).

Clean spots on red throw pillow covering in B-10. Tighten loose handles on cabinet doors in B-10 and B12. Clean/dust top of smart board projector holder and top of wall cabinets in B-10. Repair damaged legs on sensory table in B-11. 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 water stained ceiling tiles in room B-9 and B-11. Repair any roof leaks, then replace water stained ceiling tiles. Also observed bubling/flakingpaint on wall near ceiling in room B-11. Address any issues causing paint to bubble on wall and repaint upper section of wall. Wipe/clean edge of door to bathrooms, area around door framing to bathrooms and wall near light switch in bathrooms. Replace damaged floor tiles in B-12 and monitor floor tiles in B-11. Touch-up paint wall in room B-10 near entrance to bathroom. Secure loose metal plate on edge of bathroom door in room B-9 and B-11 near latching mechanism on door.Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.

Observed torn/damaged sleeping mats in B9 and B11. Replace torn/damaged sleeping mats. Observed mats in B10 not labeled with numbers but a mats chart was provided. Observed mats in B11 label with number matching number to child name but mats was stored in wrong cubbie area. Properly label mats and store mats in correct storage area matching their name to the number. All cribs, beds, cots and mats must be labeled with each individual child's name. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (c ). Keep all mats, cots, and cribs clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a).

Dust/clean top of smart board projectors and projector braces in room. Clean/dust base play stand where toy mop, brooms, etc. is stored in B9. Clean/dust top of toy fixtures in B9. Clean/dust top of wall mounted cubbies/cabinet area throughout in rooms. Clean computer monitor and base in B10. Clean/dust white shelving in cabinet near door in B12. Observed laminate coming off of white shelving in B12 exposing particle wood/board. Paint area on side of cabinet where laminate is coming off. 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 water stained ceiling tiles in B9,B10 and B11. Repair any and all roof leaks, then replace water stained ceiling tiles. Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. General Comments/ No Points Deducted! #39. Observed light dust on window blind. Clean/dust window blinds. Observed light bulbs blown in light fixtures throughout in pre k classes. Replace blown light bulbs in light fixture. #49. Monitor grounds on exterior of playground area where old playground was removed and fill in low area if needed with dirt. Ms. Breda Webster-Suter present at time of inspection along with the other pre k teachers.