A Quality DAP Child Care Center

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: A QUALITY DAP CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 60003389 Consultant: LASHAWNDA BERRY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/14/2025 Number Present: 9 Completed Date: 3/14/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 155 Time In: 09:05 AM Time Out: 11:40 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. The center operates with a Four-Star license and an 18-month compliance history score of 92%, effective June 21, 2018. The restrictions include: First and Second Shift; Meets enhanced ratios. Upon arrival, I was greeted by C. Moore, Owner. I discussed with Ms. Moore the Annual Compliance Monitoring guidelines. I completed the walkthrough of the center alone and C. Moore and M. Moore assisted me with the visit. The following items were posted within the center/ classrooms: Daily schedules, activity plans, staff/child ratio worksheets, emergency numbers, emergency procedures, arrival/ departure procedures, summary of law and menus. Indoor Learning Environment: Staff/child ratio, supervision, capacity, group size and space were observed in compliance today. Children were observed engaged during breakfast and transitions. There were nine (9) children present today. There are twelve (12) children enrolled in the center. The center is only providing care for first shift currently. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environment was monitored today and not in compliance. Inspections: The outdoor inspections and fire drills were monitored. The last fire drill was conducted on 3/5/25. The centers last shelter in place/ lockdown drill was conducted on 1/2/25. The last monthly playground inspection was conducted on 3/5/25. The center last had a sanitation inspection on 1/27/25. The center received 4 demerits and received a superior classification. The inspection was completed by the Mecklenburg County Health Department. The center last had a fire inspection on 1/27/25. Transportation: The center does not provide transportation. Nutrition: Meals met nutritional value during today’s visit. Files: Children records and staff files were monitored today and in compliance. Staff files were monitored today and in compliance. There were violations cited during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. There were children that did not have departure times on the sign in/out form. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In space #1, I observed an electrical outlet not in use without a safety cover. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 815 Electrical cords were accessible to infants and toddlers. In space #1, I observed 2 electrical outlets accessible to infants and toddlers. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(f) Violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be emailed to me by 3/28/2025, stating how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter or e-mail. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Please email me a signed copy of the letter to Lashawnda.Berry@dhhs.nc.gov Technical Assistance: 1.Inspections: After each sanitation and fire inspection you must send a copy of the report to you Child Care consultant within one week. *I encouraged the Administrator to stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the “What’s New” tab for important updates impacting childcare in North Carolina. Rated License: Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). The provider was able to ask questions and did not have any at this time. If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me by email at: Lashawnda.berry@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 704-242-0960. Thank you for your assistance! Lashawnda Berry PO Box 550424 Gastonia, NC 28054 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: A QUALITY DAP CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 60003389 Consultant: LASHAWNDA BERRY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/14/2025 Number Present: 9 Completed Date: 3/14/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 155 Time In: 09:05 AM Time Out: 11:40 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. The center operates with a Four-Star license and an 18-month compliance history score of 92%, effective June 21, 2018. The restrictions include: First and Second Shift; Meets enhanced ratios. Upon arrival, I was greeted by C. Moore, Owner. I discussed with Ms. Moore the Annual Compliance Monitoring guidelines. I completed the walkthrough of the center alone and C. Moore and M. Moore assisted me with the visit. The following items were posted within the center/ classrooms: Daily schedules, activity plans, staff/child ratio worksheets, emergency numbers, emergency procedures, arrival/ departure procedures, summary of law and menus. Indoor Learning Environment: Staff/child ratio, supervision, capacity, group size and space were observed in compliance today. Children were observed engaged during breakfast and transitions. There were nine (9) children present today. There are twelve (12) children enrolled in the center. The center is only providing care for first shift currently. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environment was monitored today and not in compliance. Inspections: The outdoor inspections and fire drills were monitored. The last fire drill was conducted on 3/5/25. The centers last shelter in place/ lockdown drill was conducted on 1/2/25. The last monthly playground inspection was conducted on 3/5/25. The center last had a sanitation inspection on 1/27/25. The center received 4 demerits and received a superior classification. The inspection was completed by the Mecklenburg County Health Department. The center last had a fire inspection on 1/27/25. Transportation: The center does not provide transportation. Nutrition: Meals met nutritional value during today’s visit. Files: Children records and staff files were monitored today and in compliance. Staff files were monitored today and in compliance. There were violations cited during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. There were children that did not have departure times on the sign in/out form. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In space #1, I observed an electrical outlet not in use without a safety cover. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 815 Electrical cords were accessible to infants and toddlers. In space #1, I observed 2 electrical outlets accessible to infants and toddlers. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(f) Violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be emailed to me by 3/28/2025, stating how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter or e-mail. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Please email me a signed copy of the letter to Lashawnda.Berry@dhhs.nc.gov Technical Assistance: 1.Inspections: After each sanitation and fire inspection you must send a copy of the report to you Child Care consultant within one week. *I encouraged the Administrator to stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the “What’s New” tab for important updates impacting childcare in North Carolina. Rated License: Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). The provider was able to ask questions and did not have any at this time. If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me by email at: Lashawnda.berry@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 704-242-0960. Thank you for your assistance! Lashawnda Berry PO Box 550424 Gastonia, NC 28054 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: A QUALITY DAP CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 60003389 Consultant: LASHAWNDA BERRY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/23/2025 Number Present: 9 Completed Date: 1/23/2025 Age: From 0 To 7 Total Minutes: 85 Time In: 04:05 PM Time Out: 05:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s routine unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance with child care requirements. The center currently has a Four-Star rated license, the 18-month compliance history score is 88%. The center license and Summary of the Law was prominently posted. I was greeted by K. Moore and C. Moore, Administrators. I informed them both the reason for my visit. I began the walkthrough of the center and K. Moore assisted me with the rest of the visit. Permit information-the program operates with a Four- Star license, issued June 21, 2018. The center has seven (7) points for education, two (2) points for program standards and one (1) quality point. License restriction include: First and Second Shift; Meets enhanced ratios The program is still located at: 2025 Ashley Road, Charlotte, NC 28208. The center had nine (9) children present and twelve (12) children enrolled. The following items were monitored: Supervision, S/C Ratio, Storage of Hazardous Substances, Storage of Medication, Adequate Approved Space, Program Records, License Posted and Permit Restrictions. The center has hired one (1) new staff members since their last visit. The center’s last fire drill was documented on 1/2/25. The center’s last lockdown drill was on 1/2/25. The last sanitation inspection was completed on 7/16/24 with six (6) demerits, receiving a superior rating. The center playground inspections were monitored and in compliance. There were six (6) violations cited during todays visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In space #1, I observed an electrical outlet not in use without a safety cover. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 815 Electrical cords were accessible to infants and toddlers. In space #1, I observed a cord to a lamp accessible to infants. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(f) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. One new staff member (MD) did not have documentation of completing a health questionnaire. .0701(a) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One new staff member (MD) did not have documentation of reviewing the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy. .0608(d)(1-4) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. One new staff member (MD) did not have a medical report and TB test/ Health questionnaire in a medical file. .0701(d) 9995 A violation was found for which there is no item number.(e) Hot water used for cleaning and sanitizing food utensils and laundry shall be provided at a minimum temperature of 120 degrees Fahrenheit (49 degrees Celsius) at the point of use. Water in areas accessible to children shall be tempered between 80 degrees Fahrenheit (27 degrees Celsius) and 110 degrees Fahrenheit (43 degrees Celsius). For hand wash lavatories used exclusively by school-age children, the 80 degrees Fahrenheit (27 degrees Celsius) minimum temperature requirement shall not apply. Hot water in an area accessible to any child, which is in excess of 120 degrees Fahrenheit (49 degrees Celsius), shall be considered a burn hazard. Child care centers serving only school-age children are not required to provide hot water in areas accessible to children. In the event of the loss of hot water, the person in charge shall immediately contact the local health department.15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e ). During the walk-through of the facility, the kitchen door was observed open and accessible to the children. This was corrected during the visit. Violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be emailed to me by 2/6/25, stating how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter or e-mail. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Please email me a signed copy of the letter to Lashawnda.Berry@dhhs.nc.gov Rated License: Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). The provider had the opportunity to ask questions and did not have any at this time. If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me by email at: Lashawnda.berry@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 704-242-0960. Thank you for your assistance! Lashawnda Berry PO Box 550424 Gastonia, NC 28054 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: A QUALITY DAP CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 60003389 Consultant: LASHAWNDA BERRY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/13/2024 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 6/13/2024 Age: From 1 To 3 Total Minutes: 80 Time In: 12:10 PM Time Out: 01:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s routine unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance with child care requirements. The center currently has a Four-Star rated license, the 18-month compliance history score is 92%. The center license and Summary of the Law was prominently posted. I was greeted by C. Moore, Director. I informed Ms. Moore the reason for my visit. I began the walkthrough of the center alone and Ms. Moore assisted me with the visit. Permit information-the program operates with a Four- Star license, issued June 21, 2018. The center has seven (7) points for education, two (2) points for program standards and one (1) quality point. License restriction include: First and Second Shift; Meets enhanced ratios. The program is still located at: 2025 Ashley Road, Charlotte, NC, 28208 . The phone number is (980) 406-3373. The center had two (2) children present and nine (9) children enrolled. The center is only providing care for first shift. The following items were monitored: Supervision, S/C Ratio, Storage of Hazardous Substances, Storage of Medication, Adequate Approved Space, Program Records, License Posted and Permit Restrictions. The center has not hired any new staff members since their last visit. The center’s last fire drill was documented for 3/2/2024. The center’s last lockdown drill was on 11/2/2023. The last sanitation inspection was completed on 1/10/2024 with 5 demerits, receiving a superior rating. The center playground inspections were monitored and not in compliance, the center was missing a playground inspection for April and May 2024. The outdoor learning environment was monitored during todays visit, due to it not being monitored during the centers last visit. The OLE was in compliance. There were three (3) violations cited during todays visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. The children present today did not have arrival and departure times for the last week. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The center did not have documentation of completing a monthly fire drill for April 2024 and May 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The center did not have documentation of completing a playground inspection for April 2024 and May 2024. .0605(q) Violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be emailed to me by 6/27/24, stating how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter or e-mail. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Please email me a signed copy of the letter to Lashawnda.Berry@dhhs.nc.gov The provider had the opportunity to ask questions and did not have any at this time. If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me by email at Lashawnda.berry@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 704-242-0960. Thank you for your assistance! Lashawnda Berry PO Box 550424 Gastonia, NC 28054 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: A QUALITY DAP CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 60003389 Consultant: LASHAWNDA BERRY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/19/2024 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 3/19/2024 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 200 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:20 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. The center operates with a Four-Star license and an 18-month compliance history score of 96%, effective June 21, 2018. The restrictions include: First and Second Shift; Meets enhanced ratios. I was greeted by Owner/ Director C. Moore. I discussed with Mrs. Moore the Annual Compliance Monitoring guidelines. The following items were posted within the center/ classrooms: Daily schedules, activity plans, staff/child ratio worksheets, emergency numbers, emergency procedures, arrival/ departure procedures, summary of law and menus. Indoor Learning Environment: Staff/child ratio, supervision, capacity, group size and space were observed in compliance today. Children were observed engaged in multi-play opportunities. Teachers were observed nurturing and engaged interactions with children. There were four (4) children present today. There are eleven (11) children enrolled in the center for first shift. There are two children enrolled in the center for second shift. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environment was not monitored, the center is currently not using the playground due to the center repairing the fence. I will monitor the playground at the next visit. Inspections: The outdoor inspections and fire drills were monitored. The last fire drill was conducted on 3/2/24. The centers last documented shelter in place drill was conducted on 11/2/23. The last monthly playground inspection was conducted on 3/2/2024. The center last had a sanitation inspection on 1/10/2024. The center received 5 demerits and received superior classification. The inspection was completed by the Mecklenburg County Health Department. The center last had a fire inspection on 1/26/24. Transportation: The center does not provide transportation. Nutrition: Meals met nutritional value during today’s visit. Files: Children records were monitored today and in compliance. Staff files were monitored today and not in compliance. There were ten (10) violations cited during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 606 Running water, soap and individual sanitary towels, or other approved hand-drying devices were not supplied at each lavatory. The center did not have soap in the bathroom upon my arrival. 15A NCAC 18A .2818(b) & (d) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In space #1, I observed an electrical power strip with three outlets not in use without safety covers. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. Four out of four staff members did not have documentation of reviewing the EMC plan annually. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Four out of four staff members did not have documentation of the annual health questionnaire. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. Four out of four staff members did not have documentation of annual updated emergency information. .0701(a) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Four out of four staff members did not have documentation of completing the required number of on-going training. .1103(a) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. Four out of four staff members did not have documentation of the annual staff evaluation and annual staff development plan. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The centers last documented shelter in place drill was on 11/2/23. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1824 The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. Four out of four staff members did not have documentation of reviewing the EPR plan annually. .0607(e) 9999 A violation was found for which there is no item number. During the walk-through of the center, the kitchen door was observed open and accessible to the children. Violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be emailed to me by 4/2/2024, stating how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter or e-mail. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Please email me a signed copy of the letter to Lashawnda.Berry@dhhs.nc.gov Technical Assistance: 1. Today I discussed with Mrs. Moore setting up a technical assistance visit. The visit will allow me to answer any questions the provider has at a time convenient for us both, Mrs. Moore, agreed to reach out to me to set up a TA visit. The provider was able to ask questions and did not have any at this time. If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me by email at Lashawnda.berry@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 704-242-0960. Thank you for your assistance! Lashawnda Berry PO Box 550424 Gastonia, NC 28055 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0514 · Violation

Name of Operation: A QUALITY DAP CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 60003389 Consultant: LASHAWNDA BERRY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/19/2024 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 3/19/2024 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 200 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:20 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. The center operates with a Four-Star license and an 18-month compliance history score of 96%, effective June 21, 2018. The restrictions include: First and Second Shift; Meets enhanced ratios. I was greeted by Owner/ Director C. Moore. I discussed with Mrs. Moore the Annual Compliance Monitoring guidelines. The following items were posted within the center/ classrooms: Daily schedules, activity plans, staff/child ratio worksheets, emergency numbers, emergency procedures, arrival/ departure procedures, summary of law and menus. Indoor Learning Environment: Staff/child ratio, supervision, capacity, group size and space were observed in compliance today. Children were observed engaged in multi-play opportunities. Teachers were observed nurturing and engaged interactions with children. There were four (4) children present today. There are eleven (11) children enrolled in the center for first shift. There are two children enrolled in the center for second shift. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environment was not monitored, the center is currently not using the playground due to the center repairing the fence. I will monitor the playground at the next visit. Inspections: The outdoor inspections and fire drills were monitored. The last fire drill was conducted on 3/2/24. The centers last documented shelter in place drill was conducted on 11/2/23. The last monthly playground inspection was conducted on 3/2/2024. The center last had a sanitation inspection on 1/10/2024. The center received 5 demerits and received superior classification. The inspection was completed by the Mecklenburg County Health Department. The center last had a fire inspection on 1/26/24. Transportation: The center does not provide transportation. Nutrition: Meals met nutritional value during today’s visit. Files: Children records were monitored today and in compliance. Staff files were monitored today and not in compliance. There were ten (10) violations cited during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 606 Running water, soap and individual sanitary towels, or other approved hand-drying devices were not supplied at each lavatory. The center did not have soap in the bathroom upon my arrival. 15A NCAC 18A .2818(b) & (d) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In space #1, I observed an electrical power strip with three outlets not in use without safety covers. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. Four out of four staff members did not have documentation of reviewing the EMC plan annually. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Four out of four staff members did not have documentation of the annual health questionnaire. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. Four out of four staff members did not have documentation of annual updated emergency information. .0701(a) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Four out of four staff members did not have documentation of completing the required number of on-going training. .1103(a) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. Four out of four staff members did not have documentation of the annual staff evaluation and annual staff development plan. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The centers last documented shelter in place drill was on 11/2/23. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1824 The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. Four out of four staff members did not have documentation of reviewing the EPR plan annually. .0607(e) 9999 A violation was found for which there is no item number. During the walk-through of the center, the kitchen door was observed open and accessible to the children. Violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be emailed to me by 4/2/2024, stating how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter or e-mail. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Please email me a signed copy of the letter to Lashawnda.Berry@dhhs.nc.gov Technical Assistance: 1. Today I discussed with Mrs. Moore setting up a technical assistance visit. The visit will allow me to answer any questions the provider has at a time convenient for us both, Mrs. Moore, agreed to reach out to me to set up a TA visit. The provider was able to ask questions and did not have any at this time. If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me by email at Lashawnda.berry@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 704-242-0960. Thank you for your assistance! Lashawnda Berry PO Box 550424 Gastonia, NC 28055 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0802 · Violation

Name of Operation: A QUALITY DAP CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 60003389 Consultant: LASHAWNDA BERRY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/19/2024 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 3/19/2024 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 200 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:20 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. The center operates with a Four-Star license and an 18-month compliance history score of 96%, effective June 21, 2018. The restrictions include: First and Second Shift; Meets enhanced ratios. I was greeted by Owner/ Director C. Moore. I discussed with Mrs. Moore the Annual Compliance Monitoring guidelines. The following items were posted within the center/ classrooms: Daily schedules, activity plans, staff/child ratio worksheets, emergency numbers, emergency procedures, arrival/ departure procedures, summary of law and menus. Indoor Learning Environment: Staff/child ratio, supervision, capacity, group size and space were observed in compliance today. Children were observed engaged in multi-play opportunities. Teachers were observed nurturing and engaged interactions with children. There were four (4) children present today. There are eleven (11) children enrolled in the center for first shift. There are two children enrolled in the center for second shift. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environment was not monitored, the center is currently not using the playground due to the center repairing the fence. I will monitor the playground at the next visit. Inspections: The outdoor inspections and fire drills were monitored. The last fire drill was conducted on 3/2/24. The centers last documented shelter in place drill was conducted on 11/2/23. The last monthly playground inspection was conducted on 3/2/2024. The center last had a sanitation inspection on 1/10/2024. The center received 5 demerits and received superior classification. The inspection was completed by the Mecklenburg County Health Department. The center last had a fire inspection on 1/26/24. Transportation: The center does not provide transportation. Nutrition: Meals met nutritional value during today’s visit. Files: Children records were monitored today and in compliance. Staff files were monitored today and not in compliance. There were ten (10) violations cited during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 606 Running water, soap and individual sanitary towels, or other approved hand-drying devices were not supplied at each lavatory. The center did not have soap in the bathroom upon my arrival. 15A NCAC 18A .2818(b) & (d) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In space #1, I observed an electrical power strip with three outlets not in use without safety covers. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. Four out of four staff members did not have documentation of reviewing the EMC plan annually. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Four out of four staff members did not have documentation of the annual health questionnaire. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. Four out of four staff members did not have documentation of annual updated emergency information. .0701(a) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Four out of four staff members did not have documentation of completing the required number of on-going training. .1103(a) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. Four out of four staff members did not have documentation of the annual staff evaluation and annual staff development plan. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The centers last documented shelter in place drill was on 11/2/23. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1824 The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. Four out of four staff members did not have documentation of reviewing the EPR plan annually. .0607(e) 9999 A violation was found for which there is no item number. During the walk-through of the center, the kitchen door was observed open and accessible to the children. Violations must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be emailed to me by 4/2/2024, stating how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter or e-mail. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Please email me a signed copy of the letter to Lashawnda.Berry@dhhs.nc.gov Technical Assistance: 1. Today I discussed with Mrs. Moore setting up a technical assistance visit. The visit will allow me to answer any questions the provider has at a time convenient for us both, Mrs. Moore, agreed to reach out to me to set up a TA visit. The provider was able to ask questions and did not have any at this time. If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me by email at Lashawnda.berry@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 704-242-0960. Thank you for your assistance! Lashawnda Berry PO Box 550424 Gastonia, NC 28055 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times