MYLA ACADEMY

15A NCAC 18A .2810 (a) (1) (2) When multi-service articles other than when highchair feeding trays are used onsite, each child care center shall have a either: (1) a dishwasher and two-compartment sink, or (2) a three-compartment sink of sufficient size and depth to submerge, wash, rinse and sanitize utensils. Observed multi use bowls in kitchen, and a container of multi-use utensils in infant room. Since there is only a 2-comp sink multi use articles (silverware, plates, bowls, cups) cannot be used. Disposable items must be used.

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 PIC said high chair trays are cleaned in place and sent to kitchen once per day. With rule change July 2023 high chair trays must go to kitchen for wash, rinse, sanitize after every use.

15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c) and 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (d) (10). Diapering surfaces shall be disinfected using an approved disinfectant by spraying the entire diapering surface with an approved disinfectant and allowing to remain on the surface for two minutes or as specified by the manufacturer, or air dry. Observed disinfectant wiped back off without letting it sit for 2 minutes first.

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 sitting on sign in table < 5 feet above the floor.

15A NCAC 18A .2821 (c). Beds, cots, and mats shall be assigned and labeled for use by an individual child and equipped with individual linens. Observed cots/mats not assigned in infant/toddler room. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (d). Mats shall be of a waterproof, washable material at least two inches thick. Observed mats <2 inches thick. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (e). When in use, cribs, cots, mats and play pens shall be placed at least 18 inches apart or separated by partitions that prevent physical contact between children. Observed < 18” separation of mats during nap time. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (f) Linens shall be large enough to cover the bed, cot, or mat's sleeping surface. Observed some children did not have sheets and were sleeping directly on mats surface.

15A NCAC 18A .2821 (g). Wash cloths, bibs, and burping cloths shall be laundered after each use. Each time a wash cloth, bib, or burping cloth is used, it shall be used for only one child. Observed wiping cloths being reused throughout day including diaper changing table. Non-disposable cloths can be used one time then need to go into laundry basket.

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.

15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a).In the child care center premises and outdoor learning environment. Debris, glass, dilapidated structures, and broken play equipment shall be removed from areas accessible to children. Wells, grease traps, cisterns, and utility equipment shall be made inaccessible to children. Observed protruding screw on landscape timber on back playground