6demerits

CHRIST LUTHERAN CHILDREN'S CENTER

4519 PROVIDENCE RD, Charlotte, NC 28226

Child Care · NC permit/State ID 2060420074

Latest result6 demerits

Last inspectedOct 20, 2026

Inspections on record22

On record sinceNov 21, 2013

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

Score history

Nov 21, 2013Lower is betterOct 20, 2026

Inspections & violations

Oct 20, 2026 6 demerits · 4 violations

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

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 in C106 at 118F and in C105 at 119F. Needs to be 80-110F. The Director had water adjusted to 88F. The Director has scheduled a plumber to install mixing valves on all sinks that do not have them this week. REPEAT.

#17 · Hot water in excess of 120ºF not allowed in areas accessible to children

General comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) Hot water that exceeds 120 degrees Fahrenheit is a burn hazard and shall not be provided in areas accessible to children. Observed hot water at food prep sinks in 3 upstairs classrooms at 120F. CDI - Water heater was adjusted and water temperature dropped to 89F. The operator has scheduled to have mixing valves installed on all sinks that do not already have them this week.

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

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2816 (b) (1) Child care operators, as defined under G.S. 110-86(7), shall test, once every three years, all water outlets used for drinking or food preparation. Samples shall also be collected and tested within 30 calendar days of completion of any renovations or repairs that may impact the facility's drinking water infrastructure, such as repair or replacement of all or part of drinking water service lines or faucets, at impacted outlets. The operator shall provide documentation of testing results for review by the Department during each unannounced routine sanitation inspection. Observed the facility is past due by 3 days for lead testing for drinking and food prep water. Needs to complete water testing. Facility is in progress for water testing.

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

15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a). In child care centers lavatories shall not be used for storage. Observed milk in ice bath stored in food prep handsink in C106. Lavatories shall not be used for storage.

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May 13, 2026 4 demerits · 2 violations

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

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 reach 119F at food prep sink in C109 and C108. Observed hot water reach 117F food prep sink in infant room. Director has been keeping a temperature log and trying to keep the temperature regulated but the mixing valves seem to be slipping after adjustment. REPEAT.

#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836

15A NCAC 18A .2821 (d). Mats shall be of a waterproof, washable material at least two inches thick. Observed mats in TK room are less than 2 inches thick. Needs to be at least two inches thick.

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Nov 5, 2025 0 demerits · 1 violation

#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 reach 116F at food prep sink in C104 and C108. Observed hot water reach 113F at C 105 food prep sink. Water temperature would drop as water continued to run. EHS suggested facility to check mixing valves. Only 3 of the approximately 18 sinks tested out of temperature. Points will be deducted if facility is out of compliance at any sinks on the next inspection.

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May 23, 2025 0 demerits · 0 violations

Inspector comments: No violations were observed during time of inspection. Report emailed to: Meg@christlutheranchildrenscenter.org Kaye.Dunlap@dhhs.nc.gov

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Nov 19, 2024 0 demerits · 0 violations

Inspector comments: No violations observed during time of visit. Director, Meg Semm, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following: Meg@christlutheranchildrenscenter.org Kaye.Dunlap@dhhs.nc.gov

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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May 3, 2024 4 demerits · 2 violations

Inspector comments: *NOTE: Director, Meg Simmsm, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following: Meg@christlutheranchildrenscenter.org Kaye.Dunlap@dhhs.nc.gov

#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 loose toilet seat in the restroom between classes C108-C109 and C213-C215.

#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836

15A NCAC 18A .2825 (b).Walls and ceilings in rooms in which food is stored, handled, or prepared, utensil-washing rooms, and toilet rooms shall be nonabsorbent. Acoustic and other absorbent ceiling material may be used where ventilation in the room precludes the possibility of grease and moisture absorption by the acoustic or other material. Observed absorbent ceiling tiles in restrooms throughout center without ventilation properly working during time of inspection. EHS will follow up with Supervisor and get back to center. 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 stairwell. EHS advises center to ensure no active leak is occurring and to have stained ceiling tiles replaced. Observed piece of ceiling tile missing near ceiling fan in classroom C213.

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