6demerits

HARBOR VIEW CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER

Name: Harbor View Creative Learning Center
Address: 10836 Monroe Rd, Matthews, NC, 28105, US

10836 MONROE RD, Matthews, NC 28105

Child Care · NC permit/State ID 2060421552

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Latest result6 demerits

Last inspectedJul 2, 2026

Inspections on record11

On record sinceJan 14, 2021

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

Score history

Jan 14, 2021Lower is betterJul 2, 2026

Inspections & violations

Jul 2, 2026 6 demerits · 4 violations

#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

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 food for a child from home in Infant 3 refrigerator with no name and date label. Needs name and date label. 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 teacher food in nonresealable bags/containers stored in cabinet in Infant 2. Needs to be stored in resealable bags/containers.

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

Provide15A NCAC 18A .2812 (j) (j) A sanitizing solution shall be provided for cleaning purposes. Observed sanitizer in Infant 2 room at less than 200 ppm. Bottle needed to be changed. Needs to be 200 - 400 ppm QAC. REPEAT.

#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 .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed toilets in Room 4 and 5 with build up. Needs cleaning.

#27 · Free of storage and in good repair; cleaning and disinfecting solutions labeled; approved diapering methods used; diaper changing and handwashing signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −4

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 build up around edges of the diaper pads in multiple classrooms. Needs cleaning.

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Jan 5, 2026 13 demerits · 8 violations

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2804 (d) All human milk, formula, and other bottled beverages, including beverages in sippy cups, that are sent from home shall be fully prepared and labeled with the date received at the child care center and the name of the child to whom the milk, formula, or beverage belongs before being brought to the child care center. Observed one set of bottles with no date in Room 3. Needs dates.

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

General Comment: Provide15A NCAC 18A .2812 (j) (j) A sanitizing solution shall be provided for cleaning purposes. Observed sanitizer in Infant 1 room at 0 ppm. Bottle needed to be changed. Needs to be 200 - 400 ppm QAC.

#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 hot water reaching only 77F at food prep sink in Room 5, and only 78F in Room 6 bathroom. Needs to be 80-110F.

#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2

15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Storage in toilet rooms shall be limited to toileting and diapering supplies. Observed high chairs stored in toilet room in Room 3. Observed tunnel stored in toilet room in room 4. Storages in toilet rooms is limited to toileting and diapering supplies. To use for storage room the toilet would need to be removed and capped off. REPEAT.

#28 · Medications properly stored: .2820

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (d).Medications, including prescription and non-prescription items, shall be stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container and shall not be stored above food. Observed prescription medication stored visible in teacher bag in Room 3 unlocked bathroom. Needs to be stored locked. Lock teacher bags.

#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 (d). Mats be stored so that the side of the mats that makes contact with the floor does not touch the side of a mat that any child sleeps on. The sleeping surface of one child's mat shall not come in contact with the sleeping surface of another child's mat during storage. Observed multiple classrooms with sleeping side of one cot touching one stacked beneath it. Director adjusted storage.

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

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 damaged cabinets in room 12. Needs repair. REPEAT.

#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 .2824 (b). Floors and floor coverings in sleeping and play areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed damaged floor under crib in Room 1. Needs repair. 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 stained ceiling tiles in the hallway, in Room 1, Room 2, and Room 9.

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Jul 10, 2025 9 demerits · 6 violations

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 snacks in several rooms and kitchen stored in nonresealable bags/containers. Needs to be stored in resealable bags/containers. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (d) Bulk food stored in a refrigerator shall be stored in the child care center's kitchen or in an approved food preparation area equipped with a full-size refrigerator. Observed bulk apple sauce stored in Room 2 refrigerator. Bulk food shall be stored in a full-size refrigerator. 15A NCAC 18A .2804 (h) After the completion of each feeding, any leftover formula, human milk, or other bottled beverages used during the feeding shall be discarded or sent home with the child whose name is on the label for the formula, human milk, or bottled beverage at the end of each day. Feeding is complete when the child care center employee has stopped feeding the child and the child has been removed from the feeding area in the child care center and returned to other activities. Bottles previously used for feeding shall not be returned to communal mechanical refrigeration. Observed facility is putting bottles that have a small amount of milk left in them in the refrigerator in Room 1. The director stated the milk was given to the child by the parents before arrival at the facility and the child did not finish the bottle so the parents have asked the child care center to put them in the refrigerator to serve again later. Bottles cannot be reserved and bottles previously used for feeding shall not be returned to communal mechanical refrigeration.

#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2

15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Storage in toilet rooms shall be limited to toileting and diapering supplies. Observed high chair tray stored in toilet room in Room 3. Storages in toilet rooms is limited to toileting and diapering supplies. To use for storage room the toilet would need to be removed and capped off.

#25 · Diapering surfaces cleaned and disinfected after each use: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c) and 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (d) (10). Diapering surfaces shall be disinfected using an approved disinfectant by spraying the entire diapering surface with an approved disinfectant and allowing to remain on the surface for two minutes or as specified by the manufacturer, or air dry. Observed diaper change in Room 4. Staff did not spray disinfectant. EHS and Director had staff spray disinfectant.

#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 cabinet in Room 9 and Room 12 containing aerosol shaving creams unlocked. Cabinet in Room 12 had key in lock. Lock and key mechanisms were jammed and Room 12 key broke in lock when Director tried to lock cabinets. Shaving creams were moved to cabinet that lock was operating.

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

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

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a) Toys, equipment, furniture, and any other items accessible to the children shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed some build up on pink play kitchen furniture in Room 9.

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Jan 31, 2025 7 demerits · 5 violations

Inspector comments: *NOTE: Center completed lead water testing on 3/28/2022, lead water testing will need to be completed before 3/28/2025. EHS advised Director to complete updated testing before notated date, EHS emailed Director Clean Water for US Kids website: https://www.cleanwaterforcarolinakids.org/enroll Director, Jacqueline Hennings was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following: harborviewclc@yahoo.com Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov

15A NCAC 18A .2806 (d) Bulk food stored in a refrigerator shall be stored in the child care center's kitchen or in an approved food preparation area equipped with a full-size refrigerator. Observed specialty milk brought from child’s home stored in dorm refrigeration unit classroom 1. EHS educated center on notated rule, Director placed specialty milk in full sized refrigerator located in main kitchen during time of inspection. -General comment.

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

15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed black build inside of toilet bowl located in classroom 4. -General comment.

#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 bulk hand sanitizer stored on front entrance counter below 5 feet.

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

#49 · Premises clean and free of standing water; utility equipment inaccessible; equipment and toys clean and in good repair; sandboxes properly constructed, clean and covered; adherence to air quality forecast quality forecast outdoor activity restrictions when applicable: .2831, .2832 −2

15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a). Child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, shall be kept clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. Observed plastic toy with standing water located on playground. Observed debris/litter surrounding outside dumpster area.

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Jul 31, 2024 7 demerits · 6 violations

Inspector comments: Director, Jackie Hennings, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following: harborviewclc@yahoo.com Kaye.Dunlap@dhhs.nc.gov

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

15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f) Kitchen surfaces that are not food-contact surfaces shall be kept clean. Observed inside of microwave starting to rust and in need of detailed cleaning. Per conversation with staff, microwave is used for employees only.

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

15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed detailed cleaning needed to inside of toilet basin in room 5.

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

15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed nail polish remover, with hazardous warning, stored unlocked in 4’s classroom. Hazardous product was properly secured behind behind lock and key during 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 bulk hair conditioners stored in cabinet below 5 feet in 4’s classroom.

#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. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f). Coat hooks not in individual cubbies or lockers must be 12 horizontal inches apart. Observed hooks storing kids belongings less than 12 inches apart resulting in different kids belonging touching.

#44 · Solid waste properly handled; containers and cleaning equipment kept clean; can cleaning facilities adequate: .2830, .2836 −2

15A NCAC 18A .2830 (c) Dumpsters and other containerized systems shall be kept clean and covered. Observed 1 dumpster lid opened during time of inspection. Observed dilapidated toys and furniture stored within dumpster area.

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Feb 6, 2024 12 demerits · 6 violations

Inspector comments: Director, Trish Winkler was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to center and licensing consultant at the following: harborviewclc@yahoo.com Kaye.Dunlap@dhhs.nc.gov

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

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 thermometer stored in dorm refrigeration unit in classroom 4 not functioning. 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 no thermometer for notated rule. EHS advises center to obtain thermometer.

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

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 no test strip for notated rule. EHS advises center to order Qac test strips for M-C10 Sanitizer that center is using.

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

15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed cleaning needed to toilet in toddler 1 classroom. Observed sticky residue build up on the toilet lid of classroom 7.

#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836

15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a). In child care centers lavatories shall not be used for storage. Observed handsink basin blocked in infant 2 classroom with bibs.

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

15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f). Coat hooks not in individual cubbies or lockers must be 12 horizontal inches apart. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f) A child's coats, hats, bags, and other items or accessories belonging to a child that are stored using cubicles, lockers, or coat hooks shall not come into contact with stored items belonging to other children. Observed some coat hooks throughout center spaced less than 12 inches apart resulting in jacket from different children touching. Observed water bottles in 4’s classroom touching on shelving. Center has order a plastic shoe hanging holder that they will use to store children water bottles (most classrooms already have this).

#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 stained ceiling tiles sporadically throughout center. EHS advises center to ensure no active leak is occurring and to have stained ceiling tiles replaced. Observed minor touch up paint needed to walling throughout center.

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Aug 8, 2023 23 demerits · 12 violations

Inspector comments: #25. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c) and 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (d) (10). Diapering surfaces shall be disinfected using an approved disinfectant by spraying the entire diapering surface with an approved disinfectant and allowing to remain on the surface for two minutes or as specified by the manufacturer, or air dry. Center is using Purell Surface Disinfectant that has a contact time of 5 minutes. Per conversation with staff members, surface is left wet for 2 minutes then wiped. EHS advises center to follow contact time that is detailed by manufacturer. #26. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (i) An approved disinfectant shall be provided for cleaning purposes. Throughout this section, when an approved disinfectant is used in a child care center, the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheets for the disinfectant product shall be kept on file at the child care center and the instructions for use of the disinfectant product shall be followed. When a chlorine solution is prepared by a child care center employee for use as an approved disinfectant, then the solution shall be prepared for use within 24 hours and a testing method shall be used to ensure compliance with the prescribed chlorine concentration. To achieve the maximum germ reduction with a chlorine disinfecting solution, the surface being disinfected shall be made wet with the chlorine disinfecting solution and allowed to air dry or be dried only after the surface has been in contact with the chlorine disinfecting solution for a minimum of two minutes. EHS advises center to keep SDS on file for Purell disinfectant product and to follow required contact time of 5 minutes. *NOTE: Assistant Director, Erica Bermonty, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to center at: harborviewclc@yahoo.com

15A NCAC 18A .2806 (a) Once pre-packaged food has been opened, the food shall be stored in clean, resealable bags or containers made of plastic or glass that are tightly covered and manufactured for the purpose of food storage. Observed opened package of food not properly resealed in kitchen (grits, pancake mix). 15A NCAC 18A .2804 (d) All human milk, formula, and other bottled beverages shall be sent home with the child whose name is on the label or discarded at the end of each day. Observed several infant bottles not labeled with date stored in dorm refrigeration unit in infant 1 classroom.

#10 · Food contact surfaces properly washed, rinsed, sanitized and air dried; single-service articles not re-used: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −5

15A NCAC 18A .2812 (e) Multi-service articles, including highchair feeding trays, shall be washed, rinsed and sanitized in the child care center kitchen after each use. Observed minor food debris under high chair trays in infant classrooms. EHS advises center to follow notated rule and not clean trays in place.

#15 · Hot water supplied and maintained in the kitchen: .2815, .2836

15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) (e) Hot water used for cleaning and sanitizing utensils and laundry shall be provided at a minimum temperature of 120 degrees Fahrenheit at the point of use. Observe hot water reach 110F at handsink in kitchen. Corrected by end of inspection to 120F.

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

15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed several toilet lids cracked in restroom located in between classrooms 10 and 11. Center is aware of issue and has a work order to have toilet lids repaired.

#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836

15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Storage in toilet rooms shall be limited to toileting and diapering supplies. Observed furniture being stored in restroom of classroom 5.

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

All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). Observed chemical swifter cleaner stored inside of swifter in restroom of classroom 4. Observed chemical floor mop wipes stored on high shelving in cabinet in classroom 7. Both hazardous products were probably locked during time of inspection. If violation is observed during next inspection, demerits will be taken.

#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 Aquaphor stored below 5 feet in restroom of class 4. 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). Observed purse stored below 5 feet in classroom 7,8, and 10.

#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 several stained ceiling tiles in several classrooms throughout center. EHS advises center to ensure no active leak is occurring and to have stained ceiling tiles replaced.

#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). Observed dust accumulation to ceiling vent in “infant 2” classroom.

#41 · Persons caring for sick or mildly ill children excluded from situations in which disease transmission likely to occur: proper written cleanup procedure followed for vomiting or diarrheal events: .2827, .2836

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. Observed center not have new required procedure plan and materials. EHS emailed center required procedure plan.

#44 · Solid waste properly handled; containers and cleaning equipment kept clean; can cleaning facilities adequate: .2830, .2836 −2

Solid waste must be covered, and dumpster area must be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2830 (c ) and (d). Observed dumpster lid missing. Observed trash and debris behind/surrounding dumpster area.

Keep the property free of standing water. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b). Observed several containers with standing water on playground.

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Nov 2, 2022 27 demerits · 10 violations

Inspector comments: Chemical used for soapy water not approved, (per State interpretation) use a dish detergent and water, label as soapy water.

#2 · Proper handwashing procedure: .2803, .2836 −5

Handwashing procedure shall include: (1) using liquid soap and tempered water; (2) rubbing hands vigorously with soap and tempered water for 15 seconds; (3) washing all surfaces of the hands, to include the backs of hands, palms, wrists, under fingernails and between fingers; (4) rinsing well for 10 seconds; (5) drying hands with a paper towel or other hand-drying device; and (6) turning off faucet with a paper towel or other method without recontaminating hands. 15A NCAC 18A .2803 (c). Observed teacher turn water off with hand, use paper towel to turn off water.

Store all foods in approved re-sealable bags or containers once opened. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (a). Observed flour and sugar bags opened and not in sealable containers or bags. Label containers. Date foods in classrooms (cereal) when opened.

#10 · Food contact surfaces properly washed, rinsed, sanitized and air dried; single-service articles not re-used: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −5

Multi-service utensils must be washed, rinsed, and sanitized after each use. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (e). Observed in both 1 year old classrooms that the staff is rinsing and air drying sippy-cups. Sippy-cups must be W/R/S after every meal/snack in kitchen or sent home with parent at end of day. Remove drying racks from classrooms.

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

Keep all food service equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f). Observed condensation dripping in interior of refrigerator, kitchen. Repair-condensate should not be drinking into interior of fridge. Replace microwave in kitchen, rusted.

#19 · Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836

Water pressure at drinking fountains must be high enough so that water clears mouth nozzle, and so that water does not splash on the floor. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f). Observed leak at outdoor fountain, turn off or get repaired.

#22 · Soap, approved hand drying devices, toilet tissue paper available: .2817, .2818, .2836 −3

Disposable towels shall be provided at all hand washing sinks. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (d). Observed no paper towels in bathrooms #12.

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

All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). Observed insect repellent unlocked in #7. All bug sprays must be locked.

#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 lotion and hand sanitizer stored below 5 feet in #11.

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

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 picnic table on playground in disrepair. Frayed vinyl floor mat #6.

#44 · Solid waste properly handled; containers and cleaning equipment kept clean; can cleaning facilities adequate: .2830, .2836 −2

Keep dumpsters and garbage containers free of holes and in good repair to prevent insect and vermin nuisances. 15A NCAC 18A .2830 (d). Observed half of dumpster lid missing, trash on ground around dumpster.

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Feb 23, 2022 25 demerits · 7 violations

Inspector comments: Emailed Amy Italiano a copy of the inspection report. Kaiti Cross accompanied REHS during the inspection.

#2 · Proper handwashing procedure: .2803, .2836 −5

Handwashing procedure shall include: (1) using liquid soap and tempered water; (2) rubbing hands vigorously with soap and tempered water for 15 seconds; (3) washing all surfaces of the hands, to include the backs of hands, palms, wrists, under fingernails and between fingers; (4) rinsing well for 10 seconds; (5) drying hands with a paper towel or other hand-drying device; and (6) turning off faucet with a paper towel or other method without recontaminating hands. 15A NCAC 18A .2803 (c). Observed childcare provider use hands to turn off water at the faucet in room 5 & 6. Discussed proper hand washing with provider.

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

Provide an accurate thermometer in all refrigerators. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (h) Observe d no thermometer in refrigerator in rooms 5 & 1.

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

Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e). Tempted and observed water temperature below 80F in rooms 11; 10; 9; 6; & 1. Water reached between 78F and 79F. Adjust water to reach between 80F to 110F.

#20 · No identified lead poisoning hazards in accordance with NCGS 130A-131.7(7): .2816 −6

In child care centers, areas accessible to children shall be free of identified lead (Pb) poisoning hazards as defined in G.S. 130A-131.7(7). REHS observed incomplete Pb test results from private lab (Nation laboratories). The center's water was only tested for Pb in the kitchen. During the inspection, PIC contacted clean water for Carolina kids point of contact AJ Kondash to request a Pb package for testing. PIC is scheduled for webinar next Wednesday, 3/2/22 and is expected to be incompliant by the end of March.

#25 · Diapering surfaces cleaned and disinfected after each use: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836

To clean and disinfect diapering surface: 1) Spray soapy water onto surface 2) Wipe off soapy water 3) Spray disinfectant onto surface until surface is glistening wet 4) Let disinfectant sit for at least 2 minutes or until air dry. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (d). Observed childcare provider improperly clean and disinfect diaper changing station in room 6. Discussed proper cleaning and disinfecting procedure with childcare provider. Provider corrected during inspection.

Follow the correct diaper changing procedure as described in 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (d). Observed childcare provider improperly performed diaper changing. Provider failed to clean her hands and child's hands mid-diaper change, used one wipe for multiple swipes and used her hands to turn off water faucet. REHS discussed proper diaper changing procedures with provider and handed out diaper changing instruction poster to post on wall.

#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 dust debris in small toy bins and on some toys in rooms 11; 10; & 9. Clean toys and small bins when visibly dirty.

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Jul 28, 2021 9 demerits · 3 violations

Inspector comments: Linens for children less than 12 months old shall be changed and laundered when soiled and at least daily. Linens for children older than 12 months shall be changed and laundered when soiled and at least weekly. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (f). PIC stated that the linen in the infant III's classroom is washed weekly. The children age ranged from 11 months to fifteen months. Wash linen assigned to children less than 12 months old daily and children greater than 12 months old weekly unless visibly soiled. Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed loose border around the base of the wall in the toilet of the room designated as a play area. Request a work order to secure loose border to the base of the wall. Water tested for Pb was perform by: Nation Laboratories, 2377 Gold Meadow Way Suite 100, Gold River, CA 95670 888.485.5098 Nicole Running accompanied REHS during inspection. Email Amy Italiano a copy of the inspection

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

Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Observed toilet cover missing on tank in toddlers classroom and empty classroom. Replace cover on the tank of the toilet.

#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2

Limit storage in restrooms to toileting and diapering items only. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Observed chairs stored in the toilet in Toddler's classroom. Relocate children chairs out of toilet to a suitable storage closet.

#33 · Linen, bedding, wash cloths, bibs, burping cloths laundered, and in good repair: .2821, .2836 −3

Individual linen must be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (f). Observed linen on cots with broken straps and ripped on one cot in Two's, Three's, Four's & Five's classroom. Replace linen on cot to ensure individual cots are covered with linen that is in good repair.

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Jan 14, 2021 5 demerits · 2 violations

Inspector comments: NO POINTS 24-CRITICAL VIOLATION All diaper changing stations shall include an approved hand washing sink. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (a). Observed diaper changing table located in an area that does not have have an approved hand sink. Remove any diaper changing tables from rooms 6-11. Bathroom hand sink cannot be utilized as a diaper change hand wash sink located in the classroom.

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

Quaternary Ammonium sanitizing solutions shall be maintained between 200 - 400 ppm. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (b)(5)(D) Observed weak quat sanitizer in classroom spray bottle. Determined dispenser in laundry area not dispensing at proper strength. Use kitchen dispenser until fixed.

#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 wall mounted hand sanitizer in lobby area <5' above floor.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “HARBOR VIEW CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER” or State ID 2060421552). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.