SOUTHWEST MIDDLE SCHOOL

Drinking fountains shall be provided with adequate water pressure and be properly regulated (i.e. water pressure should be regulated so that an individual’s mouth does not come in contact with the nozzle and so that the water does not splash on the floor). 15A NCAC 18A 2406 (b). Observed several water fountains with either too high or too low of pressure. Adjust water pressure.

Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b). Observed toilet paper and splatter on ceilings in various bathrooms throughout school.

Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). Observed various sinks missing knobs throughout school. Observed toilets and sinks in need of cleaning throughout school.

Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). Observed water fountains throughout school building with black build inside drinking nozzle or surrounding drinking nozzle. Detailed cleaning needed to drinking fountains throughout school building. REPEAT

Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b). Observed tissue stuck to ceiling and walling in multiple restrooms throughout school building. Observed general cleaning needed to restrooms walling throughout school building. REPEAT Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed toilets or urinals out of order in several bathroom throughout school. REPEAT

Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). Observed 1 spring loaded faucet knob missing to hand sink in the following areas: boys restroom near gym and boys locker room restroom. REPEAT

Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed walling heavily damaged, cracking, peeling, and in need of repair in the following areas: girls and boys mobile restrooms located outside of gym. REPEAT

Adequate facilities for storage of clothes and other personal items shall be provided and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (e). Observed clothing stored in pile in boys locker room shower. Observed general cleaning needed to both girls and boys locker rooms. REPEAT

Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). Observed water fountains throughout school building with black build inside drinking nozzle or surrounding drinking nozzle. Detailed cleaning needed to drinking fountains throughout school building. Observed 1 water fountain out of order on 8th grade hallway.

Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b). Observed tissue stuck to ceiling and walling in multiple restrooms throughout school building. Observed general cleaning needed to restrooms walling throughout school building. Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed toilets or urinals out of order in the following areas: girls restroom near media center 2 toilets out of order and 6th grade boys restroom 1 urinal out of order,

Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). Observed 1 spring loaded faucet knob missing to handsink in the following areas: boys gang restroom near gym and girls gang mobile restroom located outside gym. (NO POINTS DEDUCTED) Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c). Observed the following area not having soap, paper towels, or hand drinking device: boys gang mobile restroom located outside gym, boys gang mobile restroom located near 6th grade hallway. Observed 1 hand drying blower not working on boys gang restroom located on 6th grade hallway. Observed 1 spring loaded faucet handsink not operating in the girls gang mobile restroom near 6th grade hallway.

Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed missing ceiling tiles by boys locker room in gym. Observed walling heavily damaged, cracking, peeling, and in need of repair in the following areas: girls and boys gang mobile restrooms located outside of gym and boys mobile gang restroom located near 6th grade hallway.

Adequate facilities for storage of clothes and other personal items shall be provided and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (e). Observed clothing stored in pile in boys locker room . Observed general cleaning needed to both girls and boys locker rooms.

Waste material, unnecessary articles, rubbish, litter, or garbage shall not be allowed to accumulate on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a). Observed litter/debris under mobile units located right outside of gym.

Observed black residue on water fountain spouts on 7th grade hall near restrooms. Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).

Observed floor drain cover missing in 7th grade boys restroom. Observed missing ceiling tiles in boys restroom of 7th grade mobile.

Observed rust on edge of hand sink in girls and boys locker restrooms. Repair/replace.

Observed cove base peeling across from media center and stained ceiling tiles on A hall.

Repeats: -Observed walls and stall partitions in need of cleaning in restrooms on "B" and "C" halls. -Observed cleaning needed on walls under hand dryers in several restrooms. Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).

Observed restrooms with the spring loaded faucets running less than 15 seconds. Ensure all spring loaded faucets run for a minimum of 15 seconds to facilitate proper handwashing. Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).

Repeat: -Observed stained ceiling tiles in rooms and hallways. Ceilings in the mobile restrooms are turning black (microbial growth) in areas. Repair the issue and replace the tiles. -Observed holes in the walls in the mobile restrooms. Repair. -Observed the baseboard separating off of the wall in the boy's mobile restroom. Replace. Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.

Observed several ant mounds on the premises. Work order is already in. There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a). Report emailed to: merita.little@cms.k12.nc.us; shalondam.jones@cms.k12.nc.us; josephr.foushee@cms.k12.nc.us

Repeat Observed two water fountains with pressure too low, one on 7th grade hall and one on 6th grade hall. Observed cleaning needed on water fountains in girls locker room. **Drinking fountains shall be provided with adequate water pressure and be properly regulated (i.e. water pressure should be regulated so that an individual’s mouth does not come in contact with the nozzle and so that the water does not splash on the floor). 15A NCAC 18A 2406 (b). NOTE: Observed major improvement with the cleaning of water fountain nozzles.

Repeat Observed toilet seats with urine in boys restrooms of 7th grade hall and 6th grade hall. Observed stall partitions in need of cleaning throughout boys restrooms. Observed cleaning needed on walls under hand dryers in several restrooms. Observed peeling paint on walls under urinals in boys 8th grade restroom. Observed cleaning needed on the base of toilets in restrooms throughout. Observed wall damage around base of walls in girls and boys modular restrooms. Observed paper towel wads stuck to ceiling in boys 7th grade restroom. **Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b). **Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).

Repeat Observed cleaning/touch-up paint needed on walls throughout classrooms. Observed floor cleaning needed throughout classrooms. Observed stains on carpet in media center. Observed water stained ceiling tiles in B13, A22 and gym uniform closet. Observed damage to wall corner in C3. Observed baseboards in need of cleaning throughout hallways and baseboards missing from walls in several areas of hallways. Observed paper towel wads stuck to ceiling in hall next to cafeteria restrooms. Observed cracked floor tiles by custodial closet between restrooms of 8th grade hallway. **Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.

Repeat Observed disinfectant wipes and other cleaners being stored out around classrooms. Observed aerosols and cleaners being stored out in handicap accessible restroom of 7th grade hallway. Store these items per manufacturers instructions. Observed garbage collecting on the ground in the center of modulars. **Pesticides and other toxic materials shall be used as directed on the label and handled and stored as to avoid health hazards. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (b). **Waste material, unnecessary articles, rubbish, litter, or garbage shall not be allowed to accumulate on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a).

Repeats: -Observed black and pink buildup on and around fountain spouts in each hallway and in the locker rooms. Clean. Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). -Observed some fountains with pressure too high. Regulate according to the rule below. Drinking fountains shall be provided with adequate water pressure and be properly regulated (i.e. water pressure should be regulated so that an individual’s mouth does not come in contact with the nozzle and so that the water does not splash on the floor). 15A NCAC 18A 2406 (b).

-Repeat: Observed wallpaper peeling and the ceiling stained/turning black in the boy's modular restroom. -Repeat: Observed tissue wads on wall and ceiling in A hall boys restroom. -Repeat: Observed some toilet paper dispensers broken in "A" Hall girl's and Gym hall Girl's restrooms. -Observed stall walls with buildup in boy's restrooms on several halls & Toilets in the girl's mobile restroom soiled: seats & bowl. *Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b). *Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).

-Repeat: Observed several spring load faucets (main building restrooms and mobile units) stay on less them is seconds. Regulate to ensure the water runs at least 15 seconds to facilitate proper handwashing. -Observed the laminate in disrepair on the vanity in the boy's mobile unit restroom. Repair and paint/seal raw wood. -Observed 1 sink not working in the boy's restroom on "A" hall, Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).

-Observed stained ceiling tiles in the hallway by the girl's locker rooms, in Storage room C6, and A5 class & storage room. -Observed the floor tiles broken in MC233. Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.

Repeat Non-compliance: -Observed black and pink buildup on and around fountain spouts in each hallway and in the grit's locker room. Clean. Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). -Observed some fountains with pressure too low and others with pressure too high. Regulate according to the rule below. Drinking fountains shall be provided with adequate water pressure and be properly regulated (i.e. water pressure should be regulated so that an individual’s mouth does not come in contact with the nozzle and so that the water does not splash on the floor). 15A NCAC 18A 2406 (b).

. Repeat Non-compliance; -Observed wall damage in the modular restrooms (behind toilets, baseboard areas, etc.) -Observed tissue wads on wall and ceiling in A hall boys restroom. Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b). -General Comment: Observed the tissue dispenser broken in the boys restroom on c Hall. *Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).

Repeat Non-compliance: Observed several spring load faucets stay on less them is seconds. Regulate to ensure the water runs at least 15 seconds to facilitate proper handwashing. Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).

Observed black splash on the walls in the boy's lockers room. Some areas of the black splash is growing a furry substance. Clean. Floors, walls, and ceilings of dressing rooms and showers shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (a). Report emailed to Charles1.Toussaint@cms.k12.nc.us & b.blair@cms.k12.nc.us & suzan.stroud@cms.k12.nc.us

Observed water fountains soiled throughout in D, A, and B hall. Observed water pressure too high on water fountain throughout in all hallways. Adjust water pressure on water fountains so water does not splatter onto the floor and so water will not flow below mouth guard. Drinking fountains shall be provided with adequate water pressure and be properly regulated (i.e. water pressure should be regulated so that an individual’s mouth does not come in contact with the nozzle and so that the water does not splash on the floor). 15A NCAC 18A 2406 (b). Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).

Observed walls soiled throughout in all bathrooms in school building and modular units. Clean walls in all bathrooms and under hand drying devices in bathrooms. Thoroughly clean stall fixtures in all bathroom. Tightly secure rubber base cove moulding behind toilet in boys bathroom in modular unit. Monitor ceiling in modular unit bathrooms and repair any roof leaks. Replace damaged female hygiene waste basket in girls bathroom on C hall.Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b).Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).

Observed broken handle on faucet fixture and hand washing sink not working in boys bathroom located on D hall near gym. Observed hand washing sink not working in boys bathroom on A hall. Observed hand washing sink in boys bathroom with short run time. Spring loaded faucet fixtures shall operate for at least fifteen seconds.Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).

Clean walls and lower section of walls throughout in hallways. Observed water stains on wall under large window in gym area. Monitor and repair any leaks around window in gym area. Observed water stained ceiling tiles throughout in classrooms, hallway and storage rooms( hall near girls locker room, computer room between D and A hall, A7, A12, A5, B2, C5, C6). Monitor ceiling and duct work for any leaks and repair if needed. Observed gaps along corner of wall in D hall. Monitor, seal and repaint corners of wall. Observed wall damaged around window in modular unit MC233. Repair any leaks around windows, then repair wall around windows. Clean floors throughout in classrooms. Replace broken floor tile in MC233.

Clean return air vents in classrooms located in and on D wing. Observed vents dusty. Thoroughly clean duct work in gym area. Observed water stain on light shield over light fixture in hallway area near girls dressing room. Water stains should not on light shield over light fixture. Repair any leaks.

Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed water fountains with build-up around and inside nozzles, several fountains thorughout school.**Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).

Observed boys modular bathroom with holes in walls and torn flooring.**Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b).

Observed no soap in boys bathroom on A-hall and boys modular bathroom.**Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).

Observed books stored on floor in book room, C2.**All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.Mr. Melvin Chaney present during inspection.