5demerits

PINEVILLE NAZARENE DAY CARE

8614 PINEVILLE-MATTHEWS RD, Charlotte, NC 28226

Child Care · NC permit/State ID 2060420314

Latest result5 demerits

Last inspectedOct 5, 2026

Inspections on record28

On record sinceNov 6, 2013

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

Score history

Nov 6, 2013Lower is betterOct 5, 2026

Inspections & violations

Oct 5, 2026 5 demerits · 2 violations

Inspector comments: Facility has re-enrolled with Clean water for Carolina kids and bottles have been received via ups express. Samples sent. Mrs. Kitty present during inspection.

#2 · Proper handwashing procedure: .2803, .2836 −5

15A NCAC 18A.2803 (e). Handwashing procedures shall include: (1) using liquid soap and tempered water; (2) rubbing hands vigorously with soap and tempered water for 15 seconds; (3) washing all surfaces of the hands, to include the backs of hands, palms, wrists, under fingernails and between fingers; (4) rinsing the hands under tempered water for 10 seconds; (5) drying hands with a paper towel or other hand-drying device; and (6) turning off faucet with a paper towel or other method without recontaminating hands. Observed teacher not using paper towels or a barrier to turn off faucet in room 100. Please follow proper handwashing procedure.

#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 (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 water stained ceiling tiles near window in 4s class.

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Sep 30, 2026 12 demerits · 4 violations

#15 · Hot water supplied and maintained in the kitchen: .2815, .2836 −6

15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) (e) Hot water used for cleaning and sanitizing utensils and laundry shall be provided at a minimum temperature of 120 degrees Fahrenheit at the point of use. Observed hot water 103F in kitchen.

#20 · No identified lead poisoning hazards in accordance with NCGS 130A-131.7(7): .2816 −6

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 lead water testing expired in June. Needs to have water tested.

#27 · Free of storage and in good repair; cleaning and disinfecting solutions labeled; approved diapering methods used; diaper changing and handwashing signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836

15A NCAC 18A .2819 (d) Use approved diapering methods as follows: 1) gather supplies, 2) wear disposable gloves (if needed), 3) use a disposable moist towelette to clean child, wiping front to back, 4) dispose of gloves if used and soiled towelettes, 5) wiping the employee's hands and the child's hands with a separate disposable towelette, 6) slide clean diaper under child and apply diapering products if needed using approved methods, 7) fasten diaper and place clothing on child, 8) wash child's hands, 9) and 10) clean and disinfect diapering surface using approved methods, 11) employee washes their hands. Observed teacher not wiping front to back (only). Observed wiping back and forth with 1 wipe. Diapering procedure states front to back (one wipe per swipe).

#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820

15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed off aerosol spray stored with sunscreen on shelf in room 100. Keep all hazardous items stored behind lock and key.

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Mar 24, 2026 0 demerits · 0 violations

Inspector comments: No violations observed.

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Sep 9, 2025 0 demerits · 0 violations

Inspector comments: No violations observed.

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Mar 6, 2025 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 at all hand sinks throughout center below 80F. Ensure hot water is between 80-110F.

#28 · Medications properly stored: .2820

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (d).Medications, including prescription and non-prescription items, shall be stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container and shall not be stored above food. Observed teething medicine and Motrin stored in container on shelf in Tod 2 room. Ensure all medications are stored behind lock and key.

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Jul 29, 2024 16 demerits · 5 violations

#1 · Handwashing when required: .2803, .2836 −5

15A NCAC 18A .2803 (a) and (c), .2836 (15).Child care center employees and children shall wash their hands when required. Observed children not washing hands upon arrival to classroom.

#22 · Soap, approved hand drying devices, toilet tissue paper available: .2817, .2818, .2836 −3

15A NCAC 18A .2818 (d). Liquid soap and disposable towels or other hand-drying devices shall be provided at every handwash lavatory area. Observed no soap in bathroom in 2’s room.

#25 · Diapering surfaces cleaned and disinfected after each use: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836

15A NCAC 18A .2819 (d). (9), Diapering surfaces shall be cleaned, prior to disinfection, by spraying the entire diapering surface with detergent solution and wiping clean, using disposable paper towels. Observed no soapy water cleaning. Disinfectant sprayed and immediately wiped off. Refer to diaper changing sign

15A NCAC 18A .2819 (d) Use approved diapering methods as follows: 1) gather supplies, 2) wear disposable gloves (if needed), 3) use a disposable moist towelette to clean child, wiping front to back, 4) dispose of gloves if used and soiled towelettes, 5) wiping the employee's hands and the child's hands with a separate disposable towelette, 6) slide clean diaper under child and apply diapering products if needed using approved methods, 7) fasten diaper and place clothing on child, 8) wash child's hands, 9) and 10) clean and disinfect diapering surface using approved methods, 11) employee washes their hands. Observed gloves remained on until child fully dressed. Follow posted procedures

#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4

15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a) Toys, equipment, furniture, and any other items accessible to the children shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed table that slides open with debris. Cracked doors on firehouse toy. Tape debris on contact paper. Tape covering hole on kid’s table.

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Jul 22, 2024 8 demerits · 4 violations

Inspector comments: Will reinspect within 7 calendar days (next Monday at the latest).

#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 −2

15A NCAC 18A .2807 (h) Metal stem-type, thin probe, numerically scaled indicating product thermometers, accurate to ± 3 degrees Fahrenheit shall be used to ensure the maintenance of the internal cooking temperatures of all potentially hazardous foods required under this Rule. Repeat-Observed no digital thermometer

#10 · Food contact surfaces properly washed, rinsed, sanitized and air dried; single-service articles not re-used: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814

15A NCAC 18A .2812 (e) Multi-service articles, including highchair feeding trays, shall be washed, rinsed and sanitized in the child care center kitchen after each use. Through discussion with staff, high chair tray is being W/R/S in classroom.

#28 · Medications properly stored: .2820 −6

15A NCAC 18A .2820 (d).Medications, including prescription and non-prescription items, shall be stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container and shall not be stored above food. Repeat-Observed aspirin, burn gel, triple antibiotic ointment, cold packs stored unlocked. Check first aid kits and outside bags for items that need to be locked up

#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820

15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed insect repellant, air freshener dispersal unit unlocked. Emailing hazardous items handout.

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Jan 10, 2024 18 demerits · 10 violations

#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836

#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 classrooms <80F.

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

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 gate removed at 2-comp sink. Keurig coffee with multiple cup reservoir accessible near 2 comp sink. Gate is required to make 2-comp sink inaccessible.

#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2

15A NCAC 18A .2812 (i) Provide a testing method for chlorine disinfectant to ensure compliance with prescribed chlorine concentration. Observed no disinfectant test strips.

15A NCAC 18A .2819 (d) Use approved diapering methods as follows: 1) gather supplies, 2) wear disposable gloves (if needed), 3) use a disposable moist towelette to clean child, wiping front to back, 4) dispose of gloves if used and soiled towelettes, 5) wiping the employee's hands and the child's hands with a separate disposable towelette, 6) slide clean diaper under child and apply diapering products if needed using approved methods, 7) fasten diaper and place clothing on child, 8) wash child's hands, 9) and 10) clean and disinfect diapering surface using approved methods, 11) employee washes their hands. Observed 2 diaper changed with steps missing. Review posted procedures. One diaper changing table didn’t have sign. Gave sign handout.

#28 · Medications properly stored: .2820

15A NCAC 18A .2820 (d).Medications, including prescription and non-prescription items, shall be stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container and shall not be stored above food. Observed Hydrocortisone cream unlocked with the diaper creams. This is a medication and must be locked.

#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3

15A NCAC 18A .2820 (c). Non-aerosol sanitizing solutions, approved disinfectants, detergent solutions, hand antiseptics, and hand lotions shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use by storing the items 5 ft above the floor or behind lock and key. Observed hand sanitizer (lobby), purse and diaper cream less than 5 feet (toddler 1).

#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2

15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f) A child's coats, hats, bags, and other items or accessories belonging to a child that are stored using cubicles, lockers, or coat hooks shall not come into contact with stored items belonging to other children. Observed coat hooks <12 inches apart. Coats touching other children’s items.

#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836 −3

15A NCAC 18A .2821 (f).Linens shall be kept clean, in good repair, and stored with the mat or cot that the linens are assigned to or stored apart from the mattress or cot in a manner that keeps the linens used for each child separate from the linens belonging to other children. Observed blankets touching cot stacked above it.

#42 · Designated area for sick children; maintained as required; written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events: .2827, .2836

15A NCAC 18A .2827 (d). The child care center shall have written procedures that employees shall follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the center. The procedures shall address the specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, children, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. Gave handout.

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Feb 20, 2023 0 demerits · 0 violations

Inspector comments: NOTE: water tested for lead in September 2020. Water is to be tested every 3 years.

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Sep 16, 2022 0 demerits · details not yet loaded