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KIMBERLY RATCHFORD'S FAMILY DAY CARE HOME
317 N SUMMIT AV, Charlotte, NC 28216
Home Day Care · NC permit/State ID 2060921109
Latest result0 demerits
Last inspectedMar 4, 2026
Inspections on record13
On record sinceApr 2, 2014
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Apr 2, 2014Lower is betterMar 4, 2026
Inspections & violations
Mar 4, 2026 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations were observed during the inspection
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Mar 4, 2025 6 demerits · 1 violation
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90øF and shall not exceed 110øF. Section 9 (c). Observed hot water in bathroom at handsinks reach 117F. Needs to be adjusted.
Mar 7, 2024 2 demerits · 1 violation
#30 · Sanitizing solution in labeled spray bottle, available and used after each diaper change −2
Sanitizer shall be used from a labeled spray bottle. Section 14 (a). Observed sanitizer at 10 ppm bleach. Needs to be 50-200 ppm bleach. EHS and owner discussed sanitizer testing and how to make sanitizer. Owner added a small amount of bleach and concentration was corrected to 200 ppm bleach.
Mar 2, 2023 0 demerits · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Mar 4, 2022 2 demerits · 1 violation
#30 · Sanitizing solution in labeled spray bottle, available and used after each diaper change −2
Observed the sanitizer above 200ppm. Water was added to the solution.
Feb 22, 2021 2 demerits · 1 violation
#53 · Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair −2
Observed holes in wall at chemical storage rack on wall.The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. Section 18 (c).
Mar 6, 2020 2 demerits · 1 violation
#54 · Floors, walls, and ceilings free of peeling, flaking, chalking paint −2
Red paint peeling on boarder on wall near backdoor.Floors in areas accessible to children shall be free of peeling, flaking, or chalking paint. Section 18 (b).***NOTE*** Lysol spray used. Specifies for use on highchairs, in children areas, etc. Concentration: 50ppm
Mar 11, 2019 6 demerits · 1 violation
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed hot water 114F in restroom.Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90øF and shall not exceed 110øF. Section 9 (c).
Mar 6, 2018 6 demerits · 1 violation
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90øF and shall not exceed 110øF. Section 9 (c). Observed hot water accessible to children in lavatory measuring 113F.
Mar 30, 2017 9 demerits · 2 violations
#10 · Food service, eating and drinking utensils and equipment clean, in good repair and free of corrosion −3
Replace or repair door on microwave or replace microwave.All food service and eating and drinking utensils and equipment shall be in good repair, free of corrosion, and kept clean. Section 8 (a).
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed water temperature at hand washing sink in bathroom 114F.Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90øF and shall not exceed 110øF. Section 9 (c).General Comment: #5. Observed raw eggs stored on top shelving in refrigeration unit. Raw eggs placed on lower shelving in refrigeration unit at time of inspection.***All foods shall be protected from contamination while being stored, prepared, served, or during transportation. Section 6 (e).
Feb 23, 2016 8 demerits · 2 violations
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed hot water temperature 114F at hand washing sink in bathroom. Water temperature shall be 90F-110F.Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90øF and shall not exceed 110øF. Section 9 (c).
#53 · Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair −2
Patch holes in wall behind bathroom door and repaint. Highly recommend installing a door stopper behind bathroom door. Touch-up paint area around door framing leading out of kitchen into the classroom/play room area.The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. Section 18 (c).Ms. Kimberly Ratchford present at time of inspection.
Mar 13, 2015 8 demerits · 2 violations
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Repeat Non Compliance: Observed hot water above 110F. **Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90øF and shall not exceed 110øF. Section 9 (c).General Commnet: Ms. Kimberly Ratchford was present during inspection.
#25 · Lavatories clean and in good repair −2
Observed slow drain in bathroom handsink. Keep sinks in good repair. **Lavatories shall be easily cleanable, clean, in good repair, and kept free of storage. Section 13 (a).
Apr 2, 2014 6 demerits · 1 violation
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed the water in the restroom above 110F.Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90øF and shall not exceed 110F. Section 9 (c).Ms. Kim present.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “KIMBERLY RATCHFORD'S FAMILY DAY CARE HOME” or State ID 2060921109). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.