ALLIANCE CENTER FOR EDUCATION-ARCHDALE

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (j) (1) Each refrigerator shall be provided with a numerically scaled indicating thermometer that is accurate to ± 3 degrees Fahrenheit and located to measure the air temperature in the warmest part of the refrigerator. Recording thermometers that are accurate to ± 3 degrees Fahrenheit may be used in lieu of indicating thermometers.- Observed double door refrigerator in the kitchen without thermometer inside. Obtain a refrigerator thermometer and put it in the warmest part inside the refrigerator.

15A NCAC 18A .2812 (g) A testing method or equipment shall be used in accordance with the product manufacturer's instructions to test the strengths of sanitizing solutions to ensure the prescribed concentrations are met.- Observed sanitizer solution in spray bottle measure at 500 ppm. Provide correct chlorine sanitizer concentration between 50-200 ppm at anytime.

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2809 (3) Other surfaces that do not come into contact with food shall be kept clean and in good repair.- Observed refrigerator in the kitchen need cleaning and keep clean.

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 solution in spray bottle measured at about 250 ppm. Ensure to provide correct concentration of disinfectant solution between 500- 800 ppm at anytime.

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b) (c). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. A locked kitchen is not considered to be a locked storage room or cabinet for the purpose of this rule- Observed cleaning chemical in kitchen not in lock cabinet/storage. Keep all hazardous items in lock at all times. NOTE: **Lock storage rooms and cabinets shall include those which are unlocked with a combination lock, electric or magnetic device, key pad, key, or equivalent locking device, keep/store keys at least 5ft or higher at all time**

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 bottle on a desk in break room, and sanitizer solution spray bottle hanging on a hook in room 4 less than 5ft. Keep all non hazardous items at 5ft or higher at all times.

General Comment: 5A NCAC 18A .2831 (c). For outdoor toys and play equipment, including all structures accessible to children, the following shall apply: (1) Equipment and toys shall be kept clean, in good repair, and free of peeling, flaking, or chalking paint, rust, and corrosion; and (2) A sandbox used in outdoor play shall be constructed to allow for drainage of water and shall be covered when not in use and kept clean. - Observed disrepair structures under the big tree out in the playground need repair or remove. Keep all playground equipment in good repair and safe.

15A NCAC 18A .2810 (f). Water from a handwash lavatory shall not be used for bottle warming or to prepare formula, mix dry cereals, or other foods. Through discussion with staff. Water is taken from the hand sink for children to rinse with after brushing teeth. Use a pitcher of water from 3-comp sink in kitchen or water fountains.

15A NCAC 18A .2812 (g) A testing method or equipment shall be used in accordance with the product manufacturer's instructions to test the strengths of sanitizing solutions to ensure the prescribed concentrations are met. Observed weak sanitizer in classroom. Follow directions on test strip for accuracy

15A NCAC 18A .2809 (3) Other surfaces that do not come into contact with food shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed rolling food bins with cracked lid. Replace lid.

15A NCAC 18A .2814 (a) In child care centers, food-contact surfaces, equipment, utensils, and single service articles shall be protected from contamination. Observed box of opened plastic ware with building materials thrown in the box.

15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).. The water pressure of a drinking fountain shall be regulated so that an individual's mouth does not come in contact with the nozzle and so that water does not splash on the floor. Observed water pressure too high on one drinking fountain.

15A NCAC 18A .2818 (e) Handwash signs shall be posted at every handwash lavatory area. The signs shall instruct children and child care center employees to wash their hands in accordance with Rule .2803. Observed a couple missing hand wash signs included in kitchen.

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 an unapproved disinfectant in use in room with diaper changing table. Disinfectant is not approved for use on diaper changing table because of the 10 minute contact time. Use a bleach water disinfectant solution for the changing table.

15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed toothpaste not locked in room 10. Hallway 1st aid kit (by fire doors) still had its ointments, wipes and medications inside. Go through all 1st aid kits to make sure no hazardous items are still in them. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b).Hazardous products shall be stored in its original container or in another labeled container. Observed 2 spray bottle that were not labeled with contents. Sanitizer spray bottle that stated it was a quat sanitizer instead of bleach sanitizer. 15A NCAC 18A. 2820(e) A locked kitchen is not considered to be a locked storage room or cabinet for the purposes of this Rule. Observed hazardous items in kitchen not stored separately in a locked area or cabinet. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b)Toxic substances shall be stored below or separate from medications and food. Observed bleach stored above food in kitchen.

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 sticky tape residue on furniture throughout.

15A NCAC 18A .2831 (i) Grass, fruit and vegetable gardens, vines on fences, and other vegetation shall be maintained to prevent the harboring and breeding of pests. Observed overgrowth of vegetation in back of playground.

15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a). Child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, shall be kept clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. Observed soffits where wood was replaced needs painting.