93/ 100
VERITAS COMMUNITY SCHOOL, CFA
2600 GRIMES ST, Charlotte, NC 28206
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440517
Latest result93 / 100
Last inspectedJan 8, 2024
Inspections on record7
On record sinceMay 11, 2016
Score history
May 11, 2016Higher is betterJan 8, 2024
Inspections & violations
Jan 8, 2024 93 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted for the following:
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). Observed faucet push timer in girls gym bathroom not operating correctly and only on when being held down. Needs repair.
All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b). Observed light in boys bathroom too low and one bulb out in boys gym bathroom. Observed light outside in area outside bathrooms in B-3. Needs lighting repaired.
#4 · TOILET FACILITIES: Walls and ceilings clean, nonabsorbent, washable, and in good repair 30#; fixtures clean and in good repair 40#; floors impervious, kept clean 30# (.2408) −30
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed loose toilet seat on one toilet and tank lid too small on the other in A-6 bathroom. Observed broken toilet lid in room C-6 bathroom. Observed toilet seats missing in boys bathroom outside cafeteria. Needs repair.
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 peeling walls in several bathrooms throughout school. Needs touch up paint repair.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed peeling paint on gym wall. Needs touch up paint. Observed stained ceiling tiles in room C-9, C-6, and at the cafeteria entrance. Needs to be checked for leaks and replaced. REPEAT.
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −10
All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411. Observed items stored on the floor in a manner that does not permit thorough cleaning in gym storage/office. Needs cleaning.
Jan 20, 2023 94.5 / 100 · 3 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). Observed build up surrounding outside of drinking nozzles located near cafeteria and inside of gym area.
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −20
Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c). Observed no soap and paper towels at some handsink located outside of restrooms in individual classes. Per conversation with custodian students mainly use gang restrooms located near cafeteria. EHS advises school to still place soap and paper towels at handsinks in classrooms that have restrooms.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed detailed cleaning needed to flooring in gym. Observed paint peeling on walls in restrooms located in gym.
*NOTE: Custodian, Mr. Lang Priester, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to Principal, Michael Silver at: MSILVER@VERITASCOMMUNITYSCHOOL.ORG
Jan 5, 2022 95 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: NO POINTS FOR THE FOLLOWING VIOLATION:
#11. 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). Observed aerosol Lysol and other chemical aerosol disinfectants stored in various classrooms throughout school in reach of children. During time of inspection children were learning remotely due to recent increase of COVID19 within Mecklenburg County. EHS advises school to ensure that all hazardous items are properly stored according to manufactures guidance before students return to the school building.
*NOTE; Report emailed to principal Michael Silver at: msilver@veritascommunityschool.org
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed a few stained ceiling tile in cafeteria. EHS advises school to ensure no active leak is occurring and to replace stained ceiling tiles. Observed floor tile paint in gymnasium peeling/chipping.
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b). Observed dead insects inside of light shields sporadically throughout school building.
Jan 22, 2021 97 / 100 · 1 violation
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Observed walls in need of painting in rooms B-1, B-3 and B-5.
**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Feb 20, 2019 95.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted: #8---Observed burned out light bulbs in Gym. Observed dust on HVAC vent in boys restroom in Gym.
Note: Third building (8 classrooms) not being utilized. Visited building.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed leaks/damage in overhead coverings over walkways from building to building. Repair.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −30
Observed disinfectant wipes and lysol stored in reach if children. Keep all hazardous items stored away from children.
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).
Oct 19, 2017 90.5 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment:
#3. Clean mouth guard on water fountain in common area near entrance to cafeteria.**Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).
#4. Replace damaged toilet tank lid in bathroom between A5 and A6.**Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).
#6. Tightly secure loose floor transitional molding near entrance to teacher resource room. WIpe/clean lower section of wall in gym area.**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#11. Continued: The premises of the school under control of the principal shall be kept neat and clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a). Waste material, unnecessary articles, rubbish, litter, or garbage shall not be allowed to accumulate on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a). There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a). 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).
#4 · TOILET FACILITIES: Walls and ceilings clean, nonabsorbent, washable, and in good repair 30#; fixtures clean and in good repair 40#; floors impervious, kept clean 30# (.2408) −30
Observed plaster wall damaged in jack and jill bathrooms between classroom in B building. Repair walls and repaint walls in bathroom. Repair and repaint wall in hand washing sink area between classrooms. Clean doors to bathrooms(base edge and interior of bathroom doors). Thoroughly clean floor in jack and jill bathrooms between classrooms. Observed strong urine smell in bathrooms. Thoroughly clean base corner, area behind toilet and doors in bathrooms. Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b). Floors of toilet facilities shall be impervious and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (c).
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −20
Provide soap and paper towels at all hand washing sinks at all times. Observed several hand washing sinks within classrooms missing paper towels.
Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).
#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −45
Replace or repair damaged and loose boards on playground fencing behind A building. Remove tree branches from playground area. Clean ground around dumpster area and remove old umbrella, furniture, pallets, debris, etc. Store cleaning products(disinfectant wipe, disinfectant sprays, hand sanitizer, aerosol sprays) out of reach of children or locked away! Clean vegetative growth from gutters. Secure loose gutters to school building.
The premises of the school under control of the principal shall be kept neat and clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a).
Waste material, unnecessary articles, rubbish, litter, or garbage shall not be allowed to accumulate on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a). There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a). 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).
May 11, 2016 95 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Katy Ridnouer was present during the inspection. The following rooms/areas were inspected: C building, rooms B5 and B6, the gym, the cafeteria, and the cafeteria restrooms. Note - Only bag lunches sent from home or individually portioned meals from a permitted establishment.
No Point Deduction:
3. Observed one water fountain with debris in room C1. **Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).
7. Observed supplies and equipments were stored on the floor in the C building storage rooms, and items were also stored in the B5/B6 restroom area. **All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.
11. Observed bulk supplies of hand sanitizer and detergents were store in low cabinets that were accessible to the children. Observed disinfectant wipes and aerosol air fresheners were also stored within reach of the children, and a bottle of advil in an unlocked cabinet in room C1. **Store all hazardous items including medication out of reach of children as stated on product labels.
**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).
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −35
A: Observed some spring loaded sinks with very short run times, and there was a large gap between the sink counter and the backsplash in C7. **Adjust all push faucet sinks so that the water runs for at least 15 seconds.
**Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).
B: Observed several hand washing areas without soap and/or paper towels.
**Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed the wall was damaged in the B5/B6 restroom area (above sink), some door frames and exterior wall partitions with cracking/chipping paint, some ceiling panels with water damage, an unsecure ceiling panel in room C3, a wall mounted fire extinguisher with broken glass in the gym, and the stair canopy panel enclosing lead based paint was no longer secure (see attached photo). The chemical spot test for lead based paint was negative. A detailed lead investigation will occur at a later date.
**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “VERITAS COMMUNITY SCHOOL, CFA” or State ID 2060440517). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.