LITTLE BRIGHT CHILDCARE DEVELOPMENT CENTER

15A NCAC 18A .2807 (h) Metal stem-type, thin probe, numerically scaled indicating product thermometers, accurate to ± 3 degrees Fahrenheit shall be used to ensure the maintenance of the internal cooking temperatures of all potentially hazardous foods required under this Rule. Observed thermometer in kitchen not thin probe. -General comment.

15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed cleaning needed to 1 toilet in restroom located near rear exit door. Clean.

15A NCAC 18A .2818 (d). Liquid soap and disposable towels or other hand-drying devices shall be provided at every handwash lavatory area. Observed no paper towels at handsink in front restroom, during time of inspection paper towels were supplied to handsink. -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 minor touch up paint needed to walling sporadically throughout building.

15A NCAC 18A .2812 (i) An approved disinfectant shall be provided for cleaning purposes. When a chlorine solution is prepared by a child care center employee for use as an approved disinfectant, then the solution shall be prepared for use within 24 hours, and a testing method shall be used to ensure compliance with the prescribed chlorine concentration (500 -800 ppm). Observed disinfectant measuring at 250ppm bleach.

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. Observed rug stored on floor in toddler restroom. Remove. 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 building.

Observed several bags of cereal and cookies not properly sealed in the kitchen. **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 several bags of cereal, chips and cookies not properly sealed in the kitchen. **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 sanitizer above 200ppm during the inspection. Water was added to dilute concentration. **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 water was last tested on 6/8/21. During the inspection today, owner requested water sampling kit during the inspection. 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 touch up paint needed on baseboards in the 3/4 year old room. 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 large play equipment in need of repair on the playground. Observed nails protruding from wooden boarder on the playground. **15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a).In the child care center premises and outdoor learning environment. Debris, glass, dilapidated structures, and broken play equipment shall be removed from areas accessible to children. Wells, grease traps, cisterns, and utility equipment shall be made inaccessible to children.

Observed several bags of cereal not properly sealed in the kitchen. **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 sanitizer above 200ppm during the inspection. Water was added to dilute concentration. **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 disinfectant above 800ppm during the inspection. Water was added to dilute concentration. **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 large play equipment in need of repair on the playground. Observed nails protruding from wooden boarder on the playground. **15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a).In the child care center premises and outdoor learning environment. Debris, glass, dilapidated structures, and broken play equipment shall be removed from areas accessible to children. Wells, grease traps, cisterns, and utility equipment shall be made inaccessible to children.

Observed disinfectant below 500ppm in the 3/4 year old room. **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 diaper changing pad in 2 year old room torn. Observed disinfectant bottle not labeled in the 2 year old room. **15A NCAC 18A .2819 (b). Diapering surfaces shall be made of smooth, intact, nonabsorbent material and shall be kept clean and in good repair.

Observed touch up paint needed in facility. **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.

Label all baby bottles, sippy-cups, and bottled beverages sent from home with the child's name and date it was brought into the facility. 15A NCAC 18A .2804 (d). Observed specialty milk brought from child’s home with no date. Observed several containers of baby food brought from child’s home located in dorm refrigeration unit in infant classroom with no date and some with no name nor date. Store all foods in approved re-sealable bags or containers once opened. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (a). Observed opened package of cereal not properly resealed in pantry area.

Prepare a wipe-on or spray-on sanitizer daily at 50 to 200 ppm chlorine. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (d). Observed sanitizer measuring at 800ppm chlorine in infant classroom. EHS corrected sanitizing solution to required range.

Provide test strips for the chlorine disinfectant. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ). Observed center out of test strips to measure chlorine disinfectant.

Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed minor staining on floor rugs throughout center. *NOTE: Director, Tamera Bright was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to: TPANTMELMAC@YAHOO.COM

Label all baby bottles, sippy-cups, and bottled beverages sent from home with the child's name and date it was brought into the facility. 15A NCAC 18A .2804 (d). Observed 1 bottle stored in dorm refrigeration unit with child’s name and no date. Store all foods in approved re-sealable bags or containers once opened. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (a). Observed several opened packages of cereal in pantry area not properly resealed.

Provide a numerically scaled metal stem-type thermometer accurate to 2°F. 15A NCAC 18A .2807 (h). Observed food thermometer no within 2F of EHS calibrated thermometer. EHS recommends facility to get a digital thin probe thermometer.

Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Observed yellow residue on rim of toilet in 3/4’s restroom. Observed detailed cleaning needed to toilets throughout center in particular within the outer corners of toilets. Keep handwashing sinks clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a). Observed handsink in infant classroom draining slow.

All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). Observed chemical storage closet in toddler classroom door opened when EHS entered class to inspect. Children were seating at table with teacher completing a coloring activity. EHS closed door however door would not stay shut to lock. Director came and was able to get door to stay shut and locked. Director stated that she was aware of issue with that door and will be having maintenance come and fix door. If violation is observed during next inspection, demerits will be taken.

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 and soapy water spray bottle stored below 5 feet in toddler classroom. Observed soapy water spray bottle stored below 5 feet in infant classroom.

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). Observed storage throughout center in need of detailed organizing.

All cribs, beds, cots and mats must be labeled with each individual child's name. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (c ). Observed cribs labeled on wall in infant classroom. EHS educated center on notated rule.

Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed staining on large colorful “ABC” floor rug in 3/4’s classroom near handsink. Observed minor touch up paint needed to baseboards, wall joints, and window seals throughout center. Observed black residue on lower wall behind toilet in 3/4’s classroom, EHS advises director to ensure no leak is coming from toilet and to have black reside cleaned.

Solid waste must be covered, and dumpster area must be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2830 (c ) and (d). Observed minor debris behind dumpster. *NOTE: Director, Tamera Bright, present during time of inspection. Report emailed to her at TPANTMELMAC@YAHOO.COM

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 several specialty milks brought from children's home with children's name but no date. Corrected during inspection, milk's were dated with date brought from home.

Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed minor touch up paint needed to walls throughout center. Observed minor staining on floor rug near handsink located to left of main entrance. EHS encourages facility to touch up paint where needed and to clean floor rugs that are stained. *NOTE: Director Ms.Tamera Bright was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to her at: TPANTMELMAC@YAHOO.COM

Observed staining on the ceiling in the bathroom from what appeared to be a leak. Needs to be repaired. **Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.

Observed ceiling with brown staining from what appears to be a leak. Observed wall damage in the same area. Ensure that leak is not ongoing and repair area. Observed touch up paint needed in areas. **Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.

Provide a numerically scaled metal stem-type thermometer accurate to 2°F. 15A NCAC 18A .2807 (h) Observed no probe thermometer available.

Keep all food service equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f) Observed refrigerators need cleaning out including in the school age area. Oven needs cleaning

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 vinyl blocks with frayed corners. Diaper changing tables need cleaning under pad.

Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed walls need repair in a couple areas. Replace missing wall transition strips in school age bathroom.