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Authorization for up to 12 months to apply over-the-counter medications, topical ointment, topical teething ointment or gel, insect repellents, fluoridated toothpaste, lotions, creams, and powders; such as sunscreen, diapering creams, baby lotion, and baby powder, to a child, when needed, was not in writing and did not contain information required by rule .1720(b)(7).

“The topical medication authorization forms for sunscreen for two children enrolled were not observed on file. The sunscreen for one child enrolled was not labeled with the child’s name; the child’s name was written on the bottle during the visit.”

Rule Authorization for up to 12 months to apply over-the-counter medications, topical ointment, topical teething ointment or gel, insect repellents, fluoridated toothpaste, lotions, creams, and powders; such as sunscreen, diapering creams, baby lotion, and baby powder, to a child, when needed, was not in writing and did not contain information required by rule .1720(b)(7).. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Jul 28, 2026. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

Copy of each child’s health assessment, including the operator’s own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment.

“The medical report on file for one child enrolled was completed on 6/15/26; the child’s date of enrollment was 11/10/2025.”

Rule Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Aug 5, 2026. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

Electrical outlets not in use were not covered.

“Three electrical outlets located on a power strip on the floor beneath a desk in the space designated for caregiving were observed without safety covers; one of the three outlets was covered with a safety cover during the visit.”

Rule Electrical outlets not in use were not covered.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Aug 5, 2026. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

Equipment and toys were not in good repair and developmentally appropriate.

“The seat of a plastic riding truck for toddlers was observed to be cracked, sharp to the touch, and a pinching hazard.”

Rule Equipment and toys were not in good repair and developmentally appropriate.. Corrected during the inspection.

Health questionnaire was not completed annually.

“The health questionnaire for the operator was not completed annually; this was due to be completed by 2/06/2026 and was completed on 6/10/2026.”

Rule Health questionnaire was not completed annually.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Aug 5, 2026. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

Individual who provides care for 5 hours or more a week, did not complete ITS-SIDS training prior to caring for infants.

“The ITS SIDS certification for the additional caregiver expired on 6/01/2026.”

Rule Individual who provides care for 5 hours or more a week, did not complete ITS-SIDS training prior to caring for infants.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Aug 5, 2026. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

Operator and/or staff members did not complete a professional development plan within one year of employment.

“A Professional Development Plan was not observed on file for the operator or the additional caregiver; the additional caregiver completed this plan during the visit.”

Rule Operator and/or staff members did not complete a professional development plan within one year of employment.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Jul 28, 2026. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

Operator and/or staff who work with children, did not complete health and safety training as part of on-going training so that every five years, all the topic areas were covered.

“Health and Safety training topic #5 (Emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies resulting from a natural disaster, or a man-caused event) was not observed on file for the operator.”

Rule Operator and/or staff who work with children, did not complete health and safety training as part of on-going training so that every five years, all the topic areas were covered.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Aug 5, 2026. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

Operator has not completed ITS-SIDS training every three years from the completion date of the previous ITS-SIDS training.

“The ITS SIDS certification for the operatorexpired on 6/01/2026.”

Rule Operator has not completed ITS-SIDS training every three years from the completion date of the previous ITS-SIDS training.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Aug 5, 2026. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three.

“A plastic bag with small, foam stickers was observed less than five feet from the ground on top of a cabinet accessible to children less than three years of age. A small nail and two small, broken pieces of thin chalk were observed inside a desk drawer less than five feet from the ground in the space designated for childcare. A plastic grocery bag with a suffocation hazard noted on it was observed stored inside a child’s cubby less than five feet from the ground.”

Rule Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three.. Corrected during the inspection.

Products that are labeled “keep out of reach of children” with an additional warning(s) on the label, were not kept in locked storage while children were in care.

“Two aerosol sunscreens and other cleansers labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children with additional warnings were observed in an unlocked closet. One aerosol cooking spray and one aerosol cheese spread were observed stored in another closet which was latched, but not locked. A small bottle of liquid White-Out and a small bottle of hand sanitizer, both labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children, were observed in a desk drawer less than five feet from the ground in the space designated for childcare.”

Rule Products that are labeled “keep out of reach of children” with an additional warning(s) on the label, were not kept in locked storage while children were in care.. Corrected during the inspection.

Sanitary toilet, diaper changing and hand-washing facilities were not provided.

“The changing pad on the changing table was observed to be torn at the bottom and cannot be adequately sanitized as a result.”

Rule Sanitary toilet, diaper changing and hand-washing facilities were not provided.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Jul 28, 2026. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

The operator did not review the EPR Plan with additional caregivers prior to them caring for children and/or on an annual basis.

“An annual review of the Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan had not been completed for the additional caregiver.”

Rule The operator did not review the EPR Plan with additional caregivers prior to them caring for children and/or on an annual basis.. Corrected during the inspection.

The signed statement regarding receipt of the shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy did not contain the required information.

“An acknowledgement of the Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy signed by a parent was not observed on file for two children enrolled.”

Rule The signed statement regarding receipt of the shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy did not contain the required information.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Aug 5, 2026. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility.

“A Criminal Background Check had not been completed for the operator’s daughter-in-law who moved into the home in October, 2025. Additionally, a physical copy of her CBC Qualification letter was not observed on file for review.”

Rule A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Feb 5, 2026. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

Appliances with heating elements, such as bottle warmers, crock pots, curling irons, and electrical cords were accessible to children.

“The door to the oven was observed open upon my arrival, and the oven was observed to be on; heating elements were observed to be orange in color, and heat could be felt coming from the oven.”

Rule Appliances with heating elements, such as bottle warmers, crock pots, curling irons, and electrical cords were accessible to children.. Corrected during the inspection.

Monthly check for hazards on the outdoor play area was not completed using a form supplied by the Division.

“A playground inspection had not been recorded since 10/14/2025.”

Rule Monthly check for hazards on the outdoor play area was not completed using a form supplied by the Division.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Feb 17, 2026. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

Operator did not ensure child’s hands were washed upon arrival at the home each day.

“Two children enrolled did not wash their hands upon arrival to the program.”

Rule Operator did not ensure child's hands were washed upon arrival at the home each day.. Corrected during the inspection.

Products that are labeled “keep out of reach of children” with an additional warning(s) on the label, were not kept in locked storage while children were in care.

Rule Products that are labeled “keep out of reach of children” with an additional warning(s) on the label, were not kept in locked storage while children were in care.. Corrected during the inspection.

The operator did not conduct a monthly fire drill.

“A fire drill had not been recorded since 10/07/2025.”

Rule The operator did not conduct a monthly fire drill.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Feb 17, 2026. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

The operator did not conduct a quarterly lockdown or shelter-in-place drill and or the drill record was incomplete.

“A lockdown/shelter-in-place drill had not been recorded since 9/12/2025.”

Rule The operator did not conduct a quarterly lockdown or shelter-in-place drill and or the drill record was incomplete.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Feb 17, 2026. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S.

“110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. A facility profile for Criminal Background Checks had not been created; hence, the operator and additional caregiver CBCs were also not yet linked to this profile.”

Rule A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Aug 27, 2025. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care.

“One canister of disinfectant wipes labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children with additional warnings was observed in an unlatched cupboard located less than five feet from the ground. One aerosol canister of scented room spray was observed located on the top of the refrigerator, greater than five feet from the ground, but in unlocked storage. One small tube of Aquaphor lip ointment belonging to a child enrolled was observed on a chair in the space designated for childcare.”

Rule Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care.. Corrected during the inspection.

Operator and/or staff members did not complete a professional development plan within one year of employment.

“A Professional Development Plan was not observed on file for the operator or additional caregiver.”

Rule Operator and/or staff members did not complete a professional development plan within one year of employment.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Aug 13, 2025. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

Operator did not complete the required number of on-going training hours as specified in rule.

“The additional caregiver completed two (2) of the required twenty (20) on-going training hours for last year; she has completed twelve (12) of twenty (20) required hours for the current compliance year.”

Rule Operator did not complete the required number of on-going training hours as specified in rule.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Aug 29, 2025. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

Operator did not maintain accurate daily attendance records including documentation of arrival and departure for all children in care, including the operator’s own preschool children.

“One child’s time of arrival was not observed to be recorded.”

Rule Operator did not maintain accurate daily attendance records including documentation of arrival and departure for all children in care, including the operator's own preschool children.. Corrected during the inspection.

Operator did not provide a physically safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment that meets the developmental needs of the children in care.

“Two unlatched desk drawers belonging to the operator and located in the space designated for child care were observed to contain a staple remover sharp to the touch.”

Rule Operator did not provide a physically safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment that meets the developmental needs of the children in care.. Corrected during the inspection.

Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three.

Rule Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three.. Corrected during the inspection.

Number of preschool children exceeded five children, including the provider’s own preschool children.

“Six children (infant through four years of age) were observed in care during the visit. One child enrolled was picked up by a family member during the visit.”

Rule Number of preschool children exceeded five children, including the provider's own preschool children.. Corrected during the inspection.

The EPR Plan did not include the location of the Ready to Go File and/or required information.

“The Ready to Go file was observed to be missing the emergency contact information for the additional caregiver and blank incident reports. This is a repeat violation.”

Rule The EPR Plan did not include the location of the Ready to Go File and/or required information.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Apr 15, 2025. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care.

Rule Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care.. Corrected during the inspection.

Electrical outlets not in use were not covered.

“Two outlets in a power strip located beneath a desk in the space designated for child care were observed without safety covers.”

Rule Electrical outlets not in use were not covered.. Corrected during the inspection.

Monthly check for hazards on the outdoor play area was not completed using a form supplied by the Division.

“A playground inspection for the month of February, 2025 was not available for review.”

Rule Monthly check for hazards on the outdoor play area was not completed using a form supplied by the Division.. Corrected during the inspection.

Operator did not provide a physically safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment that meets the developmental needs of the children in care.

“A pair of adult scissors was observed inside an unlatched desk drawer located in the child care space, accessible to children under the age of three.”

Rule Operator did not provide a physically safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment that meets the developmental needs of the children in care.. Corrected during the inspection.

Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three.

“Two open plastic diaper wrappers were observed beneath the changing table, less than five feet from the ground, in the bathroom used by children under three years of age. Three sealed plastic sandwich bags were observed to contain markers and other materials and to be stored on a shelf and in cubbies less than five feet from the ground, accessible to children under three years of age.”

Rule Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three.. Corrected during the inspection.

The EPR Plan did not include the location of the Ready to Go File and/or required information.

“The Ready to Go file was not available for review.”

Rule The EPR Plan did not include the location of the Ready to Go File and/or required information.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Apr 4, 2025. Correction verified: at a follow-up visit by DCDEE.

The operator did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information is current.

“The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan was observed to be last updated in the Risk Management Portal on 8/29/2023.”

Rule The operator did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information is current.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Apr 4, 2025. Correction verified: at a follow-up visit by DCDEE.

Individuals providing care to children did not receive 16 hours of orientation prior to beginning caregiving activities.

“A record of orientation was observed on file for the additional caregiver, but it was not complete.”

Rule Individuals providing care to children did not receive 16 hours of orientation prior to beginning caregiving activities.. Corrected during the inspection.

Operator and/or staff members did not complete a professional development plan within one year of employment.

“A Professional Development Plan was not observed on file for review for the operator and additional caregiver.”

Rule Operator and/or staff members did not complete a professional development plan within one year of employment.. Corrected during the inspection.

Operator did not provide a physically safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment that meets the developmental needs of the children in care.

“On the playground, one chair was observed to have developing rust.”

Rule Operator did not provide a physically safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment that meets the developmental needs of the children in care.. Corrected during the inspection.

Operator did not review the abusive head trauma and shaken baby syndrome policy with staff and/or the acknowledgement of the review did not contain required items or was not available for review.

“A signed Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Policy was not observed on file for the additional caregiver.”

Rule Operator did not review the abusive head trauma and shaken baby syndrome policy with staff and/or the acknowledgement of the review did not contain required items or was not available for review.. Corrected during the inspection.

Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three.

“In the bathroom accessed by children under the age of three years old, one plastic bag was observed behind a sliding curtain in this bathroom, less than five feet from the ground. One plastic Ziploc bag containing magnetic letters was observed less than five feet from the ground inside a cubby.”

Rule Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three.. Corrected during the inspection.

The operator did not review the FCCH EPR Plan with additional caregivers on an annual basis.

“An signed annual review of the Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan was not observed on file for the additional caregiver.”

Rule The operator did not review the FCCH EPR Plan with additional caregivers on an annual basis.. Corrected during the inspection.

Operator did not provide a physically safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment that meets the developmental needs of the children in care.

“On the playground, one chair was observed to have developing rust.”

Rule Operator did not provide a physically safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment that meets the developmental needs of the children in care.. Corrected during the inspection.

Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three.

“In the bathroom accessed by children under the age of three years old, one open package of diapers was observed beneath the diaper table, less than five feet from the ground. One plastic bag and one plastic wrapper were observed behind a sliding curtain in this bathroom, less than five feet from the ground.”

Rule Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three.. Corrected during the inspection.

Products that are labeled “keep out of reach of children” with an additional warning(s) on the label, were not kept in locked storage while children were in care.

“One canister of disinfectant wipes was observed labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children with additional warnings and stored greater than five feet from the ground, on top of the refrigerator, but in unlocked storage. The First Aid Kit was observed to contain antibiotic ointments and an ice pack labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children with additional warnings; the kit was greater than five feet from the ground and in latched, but unlocked storage.”

Rule Products that are labeled “keep out of reach of children” with an additional warning(s) on the label, were not kept in locked storage while children were in care.. Corrected during the inspection.

The EPR Plan did not include the location of the Ready to Go File and/or required information.

“The Ready to Go file was not available for review during the visit.”

Rule The EPR Plan did not include the location of the Ready to Go File and/or required information.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Aug 23, 2024. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

Activity plan did not reflect that children have at least four different activities daily, at least one of which is outdoors.

“The weekly activity plan was not completed out fully with at least four different activities including gross motor.”

Rule Activity plan did not reflect that children have at least four different activities daily, at least one of which is outdoors.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Feb 20, 2024. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care.

“Two aerosol cans were inaccessible but not in locked storage.”

Rule Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care.. Corrected during the inspection.

Health questionnaire was not completed annually.

“The operator and additional caregiver did not have a current health questionnaire on file.”

Rule Health questionnaire was not completed annually.. Corrected during the inspection.