10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: DUNN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Facility ID: 43000553 Consultant: TANYA HERRING Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/11/2024 Number Present: 26 Completed Date: 9/11/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 315 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 03:00 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 applicable child care requirements during your annual compliance visit. The annual compliance monitoring checklist for Child Care Centers was used to note requirements monitored today. Upon our arrival, I checked in at the front office and was greeted by the assistant principal, K. Tew. She stated the principal, Ms. Dunkins, was not on campus at the time. I was unaccompanied as I completed a general walk through of the facility which consisted of two (2) classrooms and the outdoor learning environment. NC PreK requirements were also monitored during today’s visit. The children were observed participating in free choice and outdoor play. Today’s lunch and snack were in compliance with the Meal Pattern requirements. LICENSE STATUS: This center currently operates with a five (5) star rated license issued on September 12, 2023. REQUIRED INSPECTIONS/DRILLS: The last annual compliance visit was conducted on September 20, 2023. The last annual fire inspection was completed on March 12, 2024, and the last annual sanitation inspection was completed on August 15, 2024. The last documented monthly fire drill was conducted on August 22, 2024, the last documented quarterly emergency drill was a lockdown drill conducted on August 28, 2024, and the most recent playground inspection was completed on April 10, 2024. During today’s visit, a full assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted. I observed all required postings, and attendance logs. I monitored equipment and furnishings, staff/child ratios & supervision, and outdoor area and equipment. I reviewed all the staff’s files, a sample of the children’s records, and all applicable program records. This facility does not offer transportation. The following violations were observed during today’s 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. Electrical outlets in the classroom and cafeteria were not covered with a safety plug. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. Four (4) aerosol cans of disinfectant spray, one (1) aerosol can of air freshener, four (4) containers of Lysol and Clorox wipes, and one (1) container of Tide laundry detergent pods were stored in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children. .2820(b) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The last documented monthly playground inspection was completed on 04-10-2024. .0605(q) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. The emergency medical care plan was not reviewed annually with three (3) staff members. 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 (4) staff members did not have a current health questionnaire on file. .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. Three (3) staff members did not have a current Emergency Information form on file. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One (1) staff member did not complete a Criminal Background Check prior to the first date of employment. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). The qualification letter for the administrator expired on 08-28-24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1303 Application was not signed by the parent. The application for one enrolled child was not signed by a parent. 10A NCAC 09 .0801(a) 1314 Emergency information did not name childs health care professional. One child’s application did not have the preferred choice of health care professional. .0802(c)(2) 1317 Authorization for emergency medical care information was not signed by child's parent. One child’s application was not signed by the parents providing authorization to seek emergency medical care. .0802(d) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A valid qualification letter was not on file for two (2) staff members. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1834 Application did not have a medical action plan attached for any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services. One child with epilepsy did not have a medical action plan on file. .0801(b) 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. The SBS/AHT policy was not reviewed with three (3) staff members prior to the first day of providing care for children. .0608(d)(1-4) 1895 A center operated by a local education agency had not completed (a) through (e) of .0607 or the critical incident training and School Risk Management Plan, as set forth by DPI. Critical Incident training and the School Risk Management Plan were not reviewed annually, and documentation was not on file for four (4) staff members. .0607(h) COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to today’s visit, the 18-month compliance history for this facility was 100%. COMPLIANCE LETTER: All violations must be corrected immediately. A compliance letter is due to me within two (2) weeks of today’s visit. By September 25, 2024, please send me a letter addressing each violation, how the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. In addition, the administrator, Ms. Dunkins, must submit a copy of her qualification letter within 15 days of today’s visit. In your letter, be sure to include your facility name, facility ID number and each item number for the violation cited. You may submit the letter to me electronically at tanya.herring@dhhs.nc.gov. If you elect to mail your letter, please ensure that you allow sufficient time so that the letter reaches me on time. My mailing address is: Tanya Herring 2201 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-2200 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: During today’s visit, I observed Sharonda McClean working in a licensed classroom. Ms. McClean has not yet been qualified to work with children and no qualification letter has been issued. I stated to the administrator that per North Carolina G.S. 110-90.2(b) a criminal record check shall be completed prior to employment. In addition, a valid qualification letter must be on file and available for review at the facility as stated in Child Care Requirement .2703(e). I stated that Ms. McClean must leave the classroom and may not return until a valid qualification letter is obtained. Please remember to submit a copy to me as part of your corrective action letter. In addition, the qualification letter for Calvetta Dunkins, administrator, expired on August 28, 2024. I stated to the administrator that she has fifteen (15) days from today’s visit to submit the necessary documents to obtain a new qualification letter. If no letter has been obtained, Ms. Dunkins may not return until such time that a new qualification letter is submitted. As a reminder, criminal background check qualification letters are valid for five years from the date of issuance. Child care providers may apply for the 5-year renewal six (6) months prior to the expiration. STORAGE OF HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS: The spaces used for children must be free of potential safety hazards. It is important to complete a daily classroom check prior to the children arriving for the start of the day. During today’s visit, I observed aerosol cans, Tide pods laundry detergent, and Lysol wipes stored in an unlocked cabinet. All products dispensed from in an aerosol dispenser, and substances which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled must be stored in a locked area when not in use. Locked areas or storage are those unlocked with a combination, electronic, or magnetic device, key, or equivalent locking device. You must ensure that the keys are not left in the lock and inaccessible to children. I also observed hand sanitizer on the counter near the sink and behind the teacher’s desk in both classrooms. Hand sanitizer must be a minimum vertical distance of five (5) feet above the floor, making it inaccessible to children. As a reminder, hand sanitizer must never be used in lieu of handwashing unless soap and water is inaccessible. Thank you for your time. If you have any questions, please contact me at tanya.herring@dhhs.nc.gov or at 910-624-4171. 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

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10A NCAC 09 .0801 · Violation

Name of Operation: DUNN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Facility ID: 43000553 Consultant: TANYA HERRING Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/11/2024 Number Present: 26 Completed Date: 9/11/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 315 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 03:00 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 applicable child care requirements during your annual compliance visit. The annual compliance monitoring checklist for Child Care Centers was used to note requirements monitored today. Upon our arrival, I checked in at the front office and was greeted by the assistant principal, K. Tew. She stated the principal, Ms. Dunkins, was not on campus at the time. I was unaccompanied as I completed a general walk through of the facility which consisted of two (2) classrooms and the outdoor learning environment. NC PreK requirements were also monitored during today’s visit. The children were observed participating in free choice and outdoor play. Today’s lunch and snack were in compliance with the Meal Pattern requirements. LICENSE STATUS: This center currently operates with a five (5) star rated license issued on September 12, 2023. REQUIRED INSPECTIONS/DRILLS: The last annual compliance visit was conducted on September 20, 2023. The last annual fire inspection was completed on March 12, 2024, and the last annual sanitation inspection was completed on August 15, 2024. The last documented monthly fire drill was conducted on August 22, 2024, the last documented quarterly emergency drill was a lockdown drill conducted on August 28, 2024, and the most recent playground inspection was completed on April 10, 2024. During today’s visit, a full assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted. I observed all required postings, and attendance logs. I monitored equipment and furnishings, staff/child ratios & supervision, and outdoor area and equipment. I reviewed all the staff’s files, a sample of the children’s records, and all applicable program records. This facility does not offer transportation. The following violations were observed during today’s 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. Electrical outlets in the classroom and cafeteria were not covered with a safety plug. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. Four (4) aerosol cans of disinfectant spray, one (1) aerosol can of air freshener, four (4) containers of Lysol and Clorox wipes, and one (1) container of Tide laundry detergent pods were stored in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children. .2820(b) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The last documented monthly playground inspection was completed on 04-10-2024. .0605(q) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. The emergency medical care plan was not reviewed annually with three (3) staff members. 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 (4) staff members did not have a current health questionnaire on file. .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. Three (3) staff members did not have a current Emergency Information form on file. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One (1) staff member did not complete a Criminal Background Check prior to the first date of employment. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). The qualification letter for the administrator expired on 08-28-24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1303 Application was not signed by the parent. The application for one enrolled child was not signed by a parent. 10A NCAC 09 .0801(a) 1314 Emergency information did not name childs health care professional. One child’s application did not have the preferred choice of health care professional. .0802(c)(2) 1317 Authorization for emergency medical care information was not signed by child's parent. One child’s application was not signed by the parents providing authorization to seek emergency medical care. .0802(d) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A valid qualification letter was not on file for two (2) staff members. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1834 Application did not have a medical action plan attached for any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services. One child with epilepsy did not have a medical action plan on file. .0801(b) 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. The SBS/AHT policy was not reviewed with three (3) staff members prior to the first day of providing care for children. .0608(d)(1-4) 1895 A center operated by a local education agency had not completed (a) through (e) of .0607 or the critical incident training and School Risk Management Plan, as set forth by DPI. Critical Incident training and the School Risk Management Plan were not reviewed annually, and documentation was not on file for four (4) staff members. .0607(h) COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to today’s visit, the 18-month compliance history for this facility was 100%. COMPLIANCE LETTER: All violations must be corrected immediately. A compliance letter is due to me within two (2) weeks of today’s visit. By September 25, 2024, please send me a letter addressing each violation, how the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. In addition, the administrator, Ms. Dunkins, must submit a copy of her qualification letter within 15 days of today’s visit. In your letter, be sure to include your facility name, facility ID number and each item number for the violation cited. You may submit the letter to me electronically at tanya.herring@dhhs.nc.gov. If you elect to mail your letter, please ensure that you allow sufficient time so that the letter reaches me on time. My mailing address is: Tanya Herring 2201 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-2200 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: During today’s visit, I observed Sharonda McClean working in a licensed classroom. Ms. McClean has not yet been qualified to work with children and no qualification letter has been issued. I stated to the administrator that per North Carolina G.S. 110-90.2(b) a criminal record check shall be completed prior to employment. In addition, a valid qualification letter must be on file and available for review at the facility as stated in Child Care Requirement .2703(e). I stated that Ms. McClean must leave the classroom and may not return until a valid qualification letter is obtained. Please remember to submit a copy to me as part of your corrective action letter. In addition, the qualification letter for Calvetta Dunkins, administrator, expired on August 28, 2024. I stated to the administrator that she has fifteen (15) days from today’s visit to submit the necessary documents to obtain a new qualification letter. If no letter has been obtained, Ms. Dunkins may not return until such time that a new qualification letter is submitted. As a reminder, criminal background check qualification letters are valid for five years from the date of issuance. Child care providers may apply for the 5-year renewal six (6) months prior to the expiration. STORAGE OF HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS: The spaces used for children must be free of potential safety hazards. It is important to complete a daily classroom check prior to the children arriving for the start of the day. During today’s visit, I observed aerosol cans, Tide pods laundry detergent, and Lysol wipes stored in an unlocked cabinet. All products dispensed from in an aerosol dispenser, and substances which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled must be stored in a locked area when not in use. Locked areas or storage are those unlocked with a combination, electronic, or magnetic device, key, or equivalent locking device. You must ensure that the keys are not left in the lock and inaccessible to children. I also observed hand sanitizer on the counter near the sink and behind the teacher’s desk in both classrooms. Hand sanitizer must be a minimum vertical distance of five (5) feet above the floor, making it inaccessible to children. As a reminder, hand sanitizer must never be used in lieu of handwashing unless soap and water is inaccessible. Thank you for your time. If you have any questions, please contact me at tanya.herring@dhhs.nc.gov or at 910-624-4171. 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: DUNN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Facility ID: 43000553 Consultant: TANYA HERRING Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/11/2024 Number Present: 26 Completed Date: 9/11/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 315 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 03:00 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 applicable child care requirements during your annual compliance visit. The annual compliance monitoring checklist for Child Care Centers was used to note requirements monitored today. Upon our arrival, I checked in at the front office and was greeted by the assistant principal, K. Tew. She stated the principal, Ms. Dunkins, was not on campus at the time. I was unaccompanied as I completed a general walk through of the facility which consisted of two (2) classrooms and the outdoor learning environment. NC PreK requirements were also monitored during today’s visit. The children were observed participating in free choice and outdoor play. Today’s lunch and snack were in compliance with the Meal Pattern requirements. LICENSE STATUS: This center currently operates with a five (5) star rated license issued on September 12, 2023. REQUIRED INSPECTIONS/DRILLS: The last annual compliance visit was conducted on September 20, 2023. The last annual fire inspection was completed on March 12, 2024, and the last annual sanitation inspection was completed on August 15, 2024. The last documented monthly fire drill was conducted on August 22, 2024, the last documented quarterly emergency drill was a lockdown drill conducted on August 28, 2024, and the most recent playground inspection was completed on April 10, 2024. During today’s visit, a full assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted. I observed all required postings, and attendance logs. I monitored equipment and furnishings, staff/child ratios & supervision, and outdoor area and equipment. I reviewed all the staff’s files, a sample of the children’s records, and all applicable program records. This facility does not offer transportation. The following violations were observed during today’s 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. Electrical outlets in the classroom and cafeteria were not covered with a safety plug. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. Four (4) aerosol cans of disinfectant spray, one (1) aerosol can of air freshener, four (4) containers of Lysol and Clorox wipes, and one (1) container of Tide laundry detergent pods were stored in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children. .2820(b) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The last documented monthly playground inspection was completed on 04-10-2024. .0605(q) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. The emergency medical care plan was not reviewed annually with three (3) staff members. 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 (4) staff members did not have a current health questionnaire on file. .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. Three (3) staff members did not have a current Emergency Information form on file. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One (1) staff member did not complete a Criminal Background Check prior to the first date of employment. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). The qualification letter for the administrator expired on 08-28-24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1303 Application was not signed by the parent. The application for one enrolled child was not signed by a parent. 10A NCAC 09 .0801(a) 1314 Emergency information did not name childs health care professional. One child’s application did not have the preferred choice of health care professional. .0802(c)(2) 1317 Authorization for emergency medical care information was not signed by child's parent. One child’s application was not signed by the parents providing authorization to seek emergency medical care. .0802(d) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A valid qualification letter was not on file for two (2) staff members. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1834 Application did not have a medical action plan attached for any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services. One child with epilepsy did not have a medical action plan on file. .0801(b) 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. The SBS/AHT policy was not reviewed with three (3) staff members prior to the first day of providing care for children. .0608(d)(1-4) 1895 A center operated by a local education agency had not completed (a) through (e) of .0607 or the critical incident training and School Risk Management Plan, as set forth by DPI. Critical Incident training and the School Risk Management Plan were not reviewed annually, and documentation was not on file for four (4) staff members. .0607(h) COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to today’s visit, the 18-month compliance history for this facility was 100%. COMPLIANCE LETTER: All violations must be corrected immediately. A compliance letter is due to me within two (2) weeks of today’s visit. By September 25, 2024, please send me a letter addressing each violation, how the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. In addition, the administrator, Ms. Dunkins, must submit a copy of her qualification letter within 15 days of today’s visit. In your letter, be sure to include your facility name, facility ID number and each item number for the violation cited. You may submit the letter to me electronically at tanya.herring@dhhs.nc.gov. If you elect to mail your letter, please ensure that you allow sufficient time so that the letter reaches me on time. My mailing address is: Tanya Herring 2201 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-2200 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: During today’s visit, I observed Sharonda McClean working in a licensed classroom. Ms. McClean has not yet been qualified to work with children and no qualification letter has been issued. I stated to the administrator that per North Carolina G.S. 110-90.2(b) a criminal record check shall be completed prior to employment. In addition, a valid qualification letter must be on file and available for review at the facility as stated in Child Care Requirement .2703(e). I stated that Ms. McClean must leave the classroom and may not return until a valid qualification letter is obtained. Please remember to submit a copy to me as part of your corrective action letter. In addition, the qualification letter for Calvetta Dunkins, administrator, expired on August 28, 2024. I stated to the administrator that she has fifteen (15) days from today’s visit to submit the necessary documents to obtain a new qualification letter. If no letter has been obtained, Ms. Dunkins may not return until such time that a new qualification letter is submitted. As a reminder, criminal background check qualification letters are valid for five years from the date of issuance. Child care providers may apply for the 5-year renewal six (6) months prior to the expiration. STORAGE OF HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS: The spaces used for children must be free of potential safety hazards. It is important to complete a daily classroom check prior to the children arriving for the start of the day. During today’s visit, I observed aerosol cans, Tide pods laundry detergent, and Lysol wipes stored in an unlocked cabinet. All products dispensed from in an aerosol dispenser, and substances which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled must be stored in a locked area when not in use. Locked areas or storage are those unlocked with a combination, electronic, or magnetic device, key, or equivalent locking device. You must ensure that the keys are not left in the lock and inaccessible to children. I also observed hand sanitizer on the counter near the sink and behind the teacher’s desk in both classrooms. Hand sanitizer must be a minimum vertical distance of five (5) feet above the floor, making it inaccessible to children. As a reminder, hand sanitizer must never be used in lieu of handwashing unless soap and water is inaccessible. Thank you for your time. If you have any questions, please contact me at tanya.herring@dhhs.nc.gov or at 910-624-4171. 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

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: DUNN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Facility ID: 43000553 Consultant: TANYA HERRING Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/11/2024 Number Present: 26 Completed Date: 9/11/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 315 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 03:00 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 applicable child care requirements during your annual compliance visit. The annual compliance monitoring checklist for Child Care Centers was used to note requirements monitored today. Upon our arrival, I checked in at the front office and was greeted by the assistant principal, K. Tew. She stated the principal, Ms. Dunkins, was not on campus at the time. I was unaccompanied as I completed a general walk through of the facility which consisted of two (2) classrooms and the outdoor learning environment. NC PreK requirements were also monitored during today’s visit. The children were observed participating in free choice and outdoor play. Today’s lunch and snack were in compliance with the Meal Pattern requirements. LICENSE STATUS: This center currently operates with a five (5) star rated license issued on September 12, 2023. REQUIRED INSPECTIONS/DRILLS: The last annual compliance visit was conducted on September 20, 2023. The last annual fire inspection was completed on March 12, 2024, and the last annual sanitation inspection was completed on August 15, 2024. The last documented monthly fire drill was conducted on August 22, 2024, the last documented quarterly emergency drill was a lockdown drill conducted on August 28, 2024, and the most recent playground inspection was completed on April 10, 2024. During today’s visit, a full assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted. I observed all required postings, and attendance logs. I monitored equipment and furnishings, staff/child ratios & supervision, and outdoor area and equipment. I reviewed all the staff’s files, a sample of the children’s records, and all applicable program records. This facility does not offer transportation. The following violations were observed during today’s 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. Electrical outlets in the classroom and cafeteria were not covered with a safety plug. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. Four (4) aerosol cans of disinfectant spray, one (1) aerosol can of air freshener, four (4) containers of Lysol and Clorox wipes, and one (1) container of Tide laundry detergent pods were stored in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children. .2820(b) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The last documented monthly playground inspection was completed on 04-10-2024. .0605(q) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. The emergency medical care plan was not reviewed annually with three (3) staff members. 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 (4) staff members did not have a current health questionnaire on file. .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. Three (3) staff members did not have a current Emergency Information form on file. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One (1) staff member did not complete a Criminal Background Check prior to the first date of employment. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). The qualification letter for the administrator expired on 08-28-24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1303 Application was not signed by the parent. The application for one enrolled child was not signed by a parent. 10A NCAC 09 .0801(a) 1314 Emergency information did not name childs health care professional. One child’s application did not have the preferred choice of health care professional. .0802(c)(2) 1317 Authorization for emergency medical care information was not signed by child's parent. One child’s application was not signed by the parents providing authorization to seek emergency medical care. .0802(d) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A valid qualification letter was not on file for two (2) staff members. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1834 Application did not have a medical action plan attached for any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services. One child with epilepsy did not have a medical action plan on file. .0801(b) 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. The SBS/AHT policy was not reviewed with three (3) staff members prior to the first day of providing care for children. .0608(d)(1-4) 1895 A center operated by a local education agency had not completed (a) through (e) of .0607 or the critical incident training and School Risk Management Plan, as set forth by DPI. Critical Incident training and the School Risk Management Plan were not reviewed annually, and documentation was not on file for four (4) staff members. .0607(h) COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to today’s visit, the 18-month compliance history for this facility was 100%. COMPLIANCE LETTER: All violations must be corrected immediately. A compliance letter is due to me within two (2) weeks of today’s visit. By September 25, 2024, please send me a letter addressing each violation, how the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. In addition, the administrator, Ms. Dunkins, must submit a copy of her qualification letter within 15 days of today’s visit. In your letter, be sure to include your facility name, facility ID number and each item number for the violation cited. You may submit the letter to me electronically at tanya.herring@dhhs.nc.gov. If you elect to mail your letter, please ensure that you allow sufficient time so that the letter reaches me on time. My mailing address is: Tanya Herring 2201 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-2200 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: During today’s visit, I observed Sharonda McClean working in a licensed classroom. Ms. McClean has not yet been qualified to work with children and no qualification letter has been issued. I stated to the administrator that per North Carolina G.S. 110-90.2(b) a criminal record check shall be completed prior to employment. In addition, a valid qualification letter must be on file and available for review at the facility as stated in Child Care Requirement .2703(e). I stated that Ms. McClean must leave the classroom and may not return until a valid qualification letter is obtained. Please remember to submit a copy to me as part of your corrective action letter. In addition, the qualification letter for Calvetta Dunkins, administrator, expired on August 28, 2024. I stated to the administrator that she has fifteen (15) days from today’s visit to submit the necessary documents to obtain a new qualification letter. If no letter has been obtained, Ms. Dunkins may not return until such time that a new qualification letter is submitted. As a reminder, criminal background check qualification letters are valid for five years from the date of issuance. Child care providers may apply for the 5-year renewal six (6) months prior to the expiration. STORAGE OF HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS: The spaces used for children must be free of potential safety hazards. It is important to complete a daily classroom check prior to the children arriving for the start of the day. During today’s visit, I observed aerosol cans, Tide pods laundry detergent, and Lysol wipes stored in an unlocked cabinet. All products dispensed from in an aerosol dispenser, and substances which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled must be stored in a locked area when not in use. Locked areas or storage are those unlocked with a combination, electronic, or magnetic device, key, or equivalent locking device. You must ensure that the keys are not left in the lock and inaccessible to children. I also observed hand sanitizer on the counter near the sink and behind the teacher’s desk in both classrooms. Hand sanitizer must be a minimum vertical distance of five (5) feet above the floor, making it inaccessible to children. As a reminder, hand sanitizer must never be used in lieu of handwashing unless soap and water is inaccessible. Thank you for your time. If you have any questions, please contact me at tanya.herring@dhhs.nc.gov or at 910-624-4171. 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