6demerits

SOUTH CHARLOTTE BAPTIST ACADEMY

12416 LANCASTER HY, Pineville, NC 28134

Child Care · NC permit/State ID 2060421101

Latest result6 demerits

Last inspectedOct 28, 2026

Inspections on record30

On record sinceDec 2, 2013

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

Score history

Dec 2, 2013Lower is betterOct 28, 2026

Inspections & violations

Oct 28, 2026 6 demerits · 1 violation

Inspector comments: Facility remains on provisional due to reasonable request (in person) for extension. Please remember to request extensions via email at renada.ervin@mecknc.gov. Re-inspection within 7days.

#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. Facility has not collected water. Bottles are at facility. Pastor stated water will be collected over the weekend as staff varies on start times during the week making collecting the water difficult. Disapproved classification would be placed on facility if not rectified within 7 days.

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Oct 23, 2026 10 demerits · 2 violations

#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. Facility listed as not reported on Clean water for Carolina kids website. Provide test results or enroll, order water bottles, and submit samples for testing.

#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 heavy urine smell in bathrooms in both classrooms. Suggest checking seal around toilet base.

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May 11, 2026 4 demerits · 1 violation

#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 sinks reach 105-110F but then rapidly go back down to below 80F. Water in 4K classroom sitting at 70F. Ensure hot water is between 80-110F.

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Oct 27, 2025 2 demerits · 2 violations

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

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 water testing for lead not complete. Facility still awaiting results.

#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 children’s personal items hanging on hooks coming into contact with each other. Ensure personal items are not touching each other.

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Apr 2, 2025 4 demerits · 2 violations

Inspector comments: No points deducted: Facility has enrolled and requested water bottles at Clean water for Carolina kids.

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

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. Observed dial thermometer for use. Per rule, a thin probe thermometer is required.

#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 .2818 (a). Lavatories shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed pink residue around drain of hand sink in class K4. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed strong urine smell in restroom of class K3. Director stated the pastor is in process of replacing floor tiles in restrooms. Suggests changing toilet ring. May be the cause if smells.

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Mar 27, 2025 14 demerits · 5 violations

Inspector comments: Follow up inspection within 7 days. Please reach out to me if an extension is needed.

#19 · Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836 −2

15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).Drinking fountains, if provided, shall be separate from handwash lavatories and kept clean. Observed pink residue on spout on hallway water fountain.

#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 water last tested on 3/1/22. Water has to be tested every 3 years. Visit cleanwaterforuskids.org to re-enroll and request bottles for sampling.

#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

15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a). Lavatories shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed strong urine smell in restroom in K4 classroom.

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

15A NCAC 18A .2812 (i) An approved disinfectant shall be provided for cleaning purposes. When a chlorine solution is prepared by a child care center employee for use as an approved disinfectant, then the solution shall be prepared for use within 24 hours, and a testing method shall be used to ensure compliance with the prescribed chlorine concentration (500 -800 ppm). Observed disinfectant 200ppm in K4. Director stated that they are using chlorox wipes as a disinfectant instead of the spray solution. Suggested removing spray or make to proper concentration. Keep only 1 disinfectant out and the other has to be behind lock and key. Repeat.

#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820 −6

15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed chemical cabinet unlocked in K3 classroom. Lock was opened with the key inserted.

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Nov 5, 2024 3 demerits · 2 violations

#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 at sink in classroom for classroom 1 and in kitchen. Needs soap.

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

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed liquid white out stored unlocked in classroom 1. Needs to be locked.

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Dec 7, 2023 3 demerits · 4 violations

Inspector comments: Mr. Nate Rideout was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to center at the following: Nate.rideout@Scbacademy.org

#5 · Food properly stored, thawed, prepared, cooked, cooled, handled, served, transported, packaged and identified; only supervised children in kitchen; water from a handwash lavatory not consumed or used for bottle warming:. 2804, .2806, .2808, .2836

15A NCAC 18A .2806 (a) Once pre-packaged food has been opened, the food shall be stored in clean, resealable bags or containers made of plastic or glass that are tightly covered and manufactured for the purpose of food storage. Observed opened package of tortilla chips resealed with tape in kitchen.

#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 sanitizers stored below 5 feet on top of microwave in cafeteria.

#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 minor stained ceiling tile in 4’s sleep room near exit door. EHS advises center to ensure no active leak is occurring and to have stained ceiling tile replaced.

#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. EHS emailed center new required template procedure.

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