10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: CROFT COMMUNITY ASEP Facility ID: 60002977 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/24/2024 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 10/24/2024 Age: From 5 To 7 Total Minutes: 185 Time In: 01:35 PM Time Out: 04:40 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. I was greeted by Site Coordinator, Ms. Pauline Spears, and I explained the purpose of the visit. I observed two (2) groups of children. The children arrived to the ASEP at 3:15 p.m. After arrival the children, used the restrooms and washed hands. After arrival, the children participated in the following centers: Writing, Homework, Math, Reading, Science, and Career Development; a cozy area was available. The materials in the centers were in good repair. After play in the gym, the children washed their hands for snack and staff provided adequate supervision. The following posted menu items were served: Educational Crackers, 100% Apple Juice; 1% Milk. After snack the children washed their hands. The facility has a Four-Star Rated License issued April 7, 2017. The last annual compliance visit was conducted November 6, 2023. The sanitation inspection was completed July 22, 2024, with a Demerit Score of seven (7) The fire inspection was conducted April 23, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-seven (97) percent as of October 23, 2024. The facility was monitored today with the Child Care Center Monitoring Checklist and the Child Care Center Item Number Listing. A copy of the checklist was provided to Ms. Spears after the visit. The following was observed posted: Current License, NC Summary of Child Care Law, Schedule, Activity Plan, First Aid Sheet, and Emergency Numbers. Monthly Fire Drills, Shelter-in-Place/Lockdown Drills, Playground Inspections, the Emergency Medical Care Plan, Incident log, and the Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) Plan (Crisis Plan) were observed. The fire drills and shelter-in-place/lockdown drills met compliance; the outdoor play inspections met compliance. The daily attendance and arrival and departure times were reviewed and met compliance. Soap, paper towels, and toilet paper were available in the bathroom for use. The toys and equipment were in good repair. In the kitchen, there was a working thermometer in the refrigerator. Electrical outlets were not covered in the gym and a violation was cited. Staff files were monitored and compliance was met. The children’s files were monitored today and the files met compliance. The program is not using the outdoor play area. Toys were available to support gross motor play, and the toys were in good repair; compliance was met. There are no children enrolled with allergies, and there are no children with medication. One (1) violation was cited. 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. Electrical outlets in the gym were uncovered. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) Reminders: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -On June 12, 2023 Governor Cooper signed Session Law 2023-40; Senate Bill 291. This law extends the hold harmless status for facilities operating with a star rated license until June 30, 2024. Additionally, it extends the reduced percentage of lead teachers that must meet the point levels from 75% to 50% until June 30, 2026. Scales are voluntary at this time. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. -The program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once. -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children must have safety outlets covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c). -Staff K.S. must provide copies of ongoing training certificates, fifteen (15) hours, by November 6, 2024. Staff must maintain annual ongoing training hours. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, (704-962-7854), Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, (704-594-0147), Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .1103 · Violation

Name of Operation: CROFT COMMUNITY ASEP Facility ID: 60002977 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/24/2024 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 10/24/2024 Age: From 5 To 7 Total Minutes: 185 Time In: 01:35 PM Time Out: 04:40 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. I was greeted by Site Coordinator, Ms. Pauline Spears, and I explained the purpose of the visit. I observed two (2) groups of children. The children arrived to the ASEP at 3:15 p.m. After arrival the children, used the restrooms and washed hands. After arrival, the children participated in the following centers: Writing, Homework, Math, Reading, Science, and Career Development; a cozy area was available. The materials in the centers were in good repair. After play in the gym, the children washed their hands for snack and staff provided adequate supervision. The following posted menu items were served: Educational Crackers, 100% Apple Juice; 1% Milk. After snack the children washed their hands. The facility has a Four-Star Rated License issued April 7, 2017. The last annual compliance visit was conducted November 6, 2023. The sanitation inspection was completed July 22, 2024, with a Demerit Score of seven (7) The fire inspection was conducted April 23, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-seven (97) percent as of October 23, 2024. The facility was monitored today with the Child Care Center Monitoring Checklist and the Child Care Center Item Number Listing. A copy of the checklist was provided to Ms. Spears after the visit. The following was observed posted: Current License, NC Summary of Child Care Law, Schedule, Activity Plan, First Aid Sheet, and Emergency Numbers. Monthly Fire Drills, Shelter-in-Place/Lockdown Drills, Playground Inspections, the Emergency Medical Care Plan, Incident log, and the Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) Plan (Crisis Plan) were observed. The fire drills and shelter-in-place/lockdown drills met compliance; the outdoor play inspections met compliance. The daily attendance and arrival and departure times were reviewed and met compliance. Soap, paper towels, and toilet paper were available in the bathroom for use. The toys and equipment were in good repair. In the kitchen, there was a working thermometer in the refrigerator. Electrical outlets were not covered in the gym and a violation was cited. Staff files were monitored and compliance was met. The children’s files were monitored today and the files met compliance. The program is not using the outdoor play area. Toys were available to support gross motor play, and the toys were in good repair; compliance was met. There are no children enrolled with allergies, and there are no children with medication. One (1) violation was cited. 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. Electrical outlets in the gym were uncovered. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) Reminders: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -On June 12, 2023 Governor Cooper signed Session Law 2023-40; Senate Bill 291. This law extends the hold harmless status for facilities operating with a star rated license until June 30, 2024. Additionally, it extends the reduced percentage of lead teachers that must meet the point levels from 75% to 50% until June 30, 2026. Scales are voluntary at this time. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. -The program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once. -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children must have safety outlets covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c). -Staff K.S. must provide copies of ongoing training certificates, fifteen (15) hours, by November 6, 2024. Staff must maintain annual ongoing training hours. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, (704-962-7854), Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, (704-594-0147), Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .1725 · Violation

Name of Operation: CROFT COMMUNITY ASEP Facility ID: 60002977 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/24/2024 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 10/24/2024 Age: From 5 To 7 Total Minutes: 185 Time In: 01:35 PM Time Out: 04:40 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. I was greeted by Site Coordinator, Ms. Pauline Spears, and I explained the purpose of the visit. I observed two (2) groups of children. The children arrived to the ASEP at 3:15 p.m. After arrival the children, used the restrooms and washed hands. After arrival, the children participated in the following centers: Writing, Homework, Math, Reading, Science, and Career Development; a cozy area was available. The materials in the centers were in good repair. After play in the gym, the children washed their hands for snack and staff provided adequate supervision. The following posted menu items were served: Educational Crackers, 100% Apple Juice; 1% Milk. After snack the children washed their hands. The facility has a Four-Star Rated License issued April 7, 2017. The last annual compliance visit was conducted November 6, 2023. The sanitation inspection was completed July 22, 2024, with a Demerit Score of seven (7) The fire inspection was conducted April 23, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-seven (97) percent as of October 23, 2024. The facility was monitored today with the Child Care Center Monitoring Checklist and the Child Care Center Item Number Listing. A copy of the checklist was provided to Ms. Spears after the visit. The following was observed posted: Current License, NC Summary of Child Care Law, Schedule, Activity Plan, First Aid Sheet, and Emergency Numbers. Monthly Fire Drills, Shelter-in-Place/Lockdown Drills, Playground Inspections, the Emergency Medical Care Plan, Incident log, and the Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) Plan (Crisis Plan) were observed. The fire drills and shelter-in-place/lockdown drills met compliance; the outdoor play inspections met compliance. The daily attendance and arrival and departure times were reviewed and met compliance. Soap, paper towels, and toilet paper were available in the bathroom for use. The toys and equipment were in good repair. In the kitchen, there was a working thermometer in the refrigerator. Electrical outlets were not covered in the gym and a violation was cited. Staff files were monitored and compliance was met. The children’s files were monitored today and the files met compliance. The program is not using the outdoor play area. Toys were available to support gross motor play, and the toys were in good repair; compliance was met. There are no children enrolled with allergies, and there are no children with medication. One (1) violation was cited. 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. Electrical outlets in the gym were uncovered. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) Reminders: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -On June 12, 2023 Governor Cooper signed Session Law 2023-40; Senate Bill 291. This law extends the hold harmless status for facilities operating with a star rated license until June 30, 2024. Additionally, it extends the reduced percentage of lead teachers that must meet the point levels from 75% to 50% until June 30, 2026. Scales are voluntary at this time. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. -The program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once. -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children must have safety outlets covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c). -Staff K.S. must provide copies of ongoing training certificates, fifteen (15) hours, by November 6, 2024. Staff must maintain annual ongoing training hours. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, (704-962-7854), Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, (704-594-0147), Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: CROFT COMMUNITY ASEP Facility ID: 60002977 Consultant: DEANNA MATTHEWS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/24/2024 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 10/24/2024 Age: From 5 To 7 Total Minutes: 185 Time In: 01:35 PM Time Out: 04:40 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. I was greeted by Site Coordinator, Ms. Pauline Spears, and I explained the purpose of the visit. I observed two (2) groups of children. The children arrived to the ASEP at 3:15 p.m. After arrival the children, used the restrooms and washed hands. After arrival, the children participated in the following centers: Writing, Homework, Math, Reading, Science, and Career Development; a cozy area was available. The materials in the centers were in good repair. After play in the gym, the children washed their hands for snack and staff provided adequate supervision. The following posted menu items were served: Educational Crackers, 100% Apple Juice; 1% Milk. After snack the children washed their hands. The facility has a Four-Star Rated License issued April 7, 2017. The last annual compliance visit was conducted November 6, 2023. The sanitation inspection was completed July 22, 2024, with a Demerit Score of seven (7) The fire inspection was conducted April 23, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-seven (97) percent as of October 23, 2024. The facility was monitored today with the Child Care Center Monitoring Checklist and the Child Care Center Item Number Listing. A copy of the checklist was provided to Ms. Spears after the visit. The following was observed posted: Current License, NC Summary of Child Care Law, Schedule, Activity Plan, First Aid Sheet, and Emergency Numbers. Monthly Fire Drills, Shelter-in-Place/Lockdown Drills, Playground Inspections, the Emergency Medical Care Plan, Incident log, and the Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) Plan (Crisis Plan) were observed. The fire drills and shelter-in-place/lockdown drills met compliance; the outdoor play inspections met compliance. The daily attendance and arrival and departure times were reviewed and met compliance. Soap, paper towels, and toilet paper were available in the bathroom for use. The toys and equipment were in good repair. In the kitchen, there was a working thermometer in the refrigerator. Electrical outlets were not covered in the gym and a violation was cited. Staff files were monitored and compliance was met. The children’s files were monitored today and the files met compliance. The program is not using the outdoor play area. Toys were available to support gross motor play, and the toys were in good repair; compliance was met. There are no children enrolled with allergies, and there are no children with medication. One (1) violation was cited. 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. Electrical outlets in the gym were uncovered. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) Reminders: -Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. -On June 12, 2023 Governor Cooper signed Session Law 2023-40; Senate Bill 291. This law extends the hold harmless status for facilities operating with a star rated license until June 30, 2024. Additionally, it extends the reduced percentage of lead teachers that must meet the point levels from 75% to 50% until June 30, 2026. Scales are voluntary at this time. The following Technical Assistance (TA) was provided: -Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third editions. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. -The program continues to test child care centers for lead in water at every tap used for drinking or cooking every three years (15A NCAC 18A .2816) and requires family child care homes to have testing completed by January 1, 2025 (10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)). The program also reviews child care facilities’ documentation and other information to determine and coordinate any steps needed to identify and eliminate lead-based paint and asbestos hazards (10A NCAC 41C.1001-1007). Licensed child care centers operating within a public school (i.e., afterschool programs, Head Starts, Pre-K, etc.) should coordinate with school staff to complete the lead in water section of the program so the entire school can be tested at once. -CBC Provider Portal Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires or Residents Technical Assistance Guidance: • As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. • The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. •Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. • Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children must have safety outlets covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c). -Staff K.S. must provide copies of ongoing training certificates, fifteen (15) hours, by November 6, 2024. Staff must maintain annual ongoing training hours. Refer to Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103. The visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy was provided to you. Contact me at Deanna Matthews, Child Care Consultant, (704-962-7854), Deanna.Matthews@dhhs.nc.gov or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, (704-594-0147), Michele.Sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.