10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: Childcare Network #86 Facility ID: 09000158 Consultant: LEISA A. BENSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/4/2024 Number Present: 59 Completed Date: 6/4/2024 Age: From 0 To 8 Total Minutes: 530 Time In: 08:10 AM Time Out: 05:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to the first Temporary Time Period Visit. This program currently operates with a temporary license effective May 1, 2024, to November 1, 2024, because of a Change of Ownership. Applicable childcare requirements were discussed with Ms. Jeanette Owens, Assistant Administrator. Ms. Oga McEacherm, Administrator was not present because she was out of town for a work-related conference. Ms. Owens was not able to accompany me when I conducted the walkthrough of the facility indoors and outdoors because she was assisting teachers with their morning routines. The children observed today were interacting with assigned staff, playing in free choice areas such as fine motor materials, books, blocks, and dramatic play materials. The children were observed in whole group activities. The children were also observed eating lunch and during nap time. Children were adequately supervised by their assigned teachers. For lunch the children were served ravioli, cornbread muffins, sweet peas, apple sauce, and milk. Seven (7) staff files were reviewed including the administrator’s file. Three (3) children’s files were reviewed. In addition, required center program records were also monitored. It is the center’s responsibility to review all files to ensure they are complete and accurate. The indoor and outdoor spaces were measured during the visit. The Outdoor and Indoor Space Calculations were reviewed with Ms. Owens and she was given a copy for her records. During today’s visit, The Pre-Licensing Checklist for Child Care Centers was reviewed with Ms. Owen and a copy was given to her. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with Ms. Owens and computerized copy was given to her. Violation Number Comment Rule 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. The walls through out the center were not in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The large playhouse on playground 2 was not in good condition. The large climbing structure on playground 5 was not in good condition. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 802 Safe pick-up and delivery procedures were not communicated to parents and/or were not posted where they can be seen by the parents. This was not posted. This was corrected when it was posted during the visit. .1003(b) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On playground 5 there was not the required space between two climbing structures that were beside each other. The fire exit door in space 3 was deadbolted. The teacher had to turn the deadbolt several times for it to unlock; it was not in good repair. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 808 The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. Trash was observed on playground 5. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 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. Outlets were not covered including on power strips in space #7. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Paper that was contained in plastic wrapping was accessible to children one year of age, in space 3. This was corrected during the visit when the plastic was removed so it was not accessible to the children. .0604(q) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. A playground inspection was not documented for May 2024. .0605(q) 1030 Application for employment and date of birth was not on file for all staff. An application was not on file for one staff. This was corrected during the visit when the staff completed it and placed it in their file during the visit. .0302(d)(1)(A) 1123 All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards. The seats on the Blue Bus were not in good condition; some seats were torn allowing foam to be exposed. 10A NCAC 09 .1002(a) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. A photograph of each child that was transported was not on the vehicle when children were transported. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. This was not on file within 30 days of enrollment for one child enrolled. GS110-91(1) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. This was not on file for one child enrolled. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Areas of the resilient surfacing (mulch) on playground 5 measured less than 6 inches. .0605(k)(1-4) The violation/s documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by June 18, 2024, stating that all violation/s have been corrected. The letter can be emailed to me at leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov. If you state in the compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by June 18, 2024, must contact me with a purposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during today’s visit, may negatively affect your compliance score. As of today’s, visit your compliance history is 84%. You requested to be approved for transportation; however I cannot approve you for transportation until transportation requirements have been corrected. Rated License Assessment: On June 12th, Governor Cooper signed Senate Bill 291, extending the Child Care Hold Harmless legislation until June 30, 2024. Also, when a child care center undergoes a change of ownership, the agency will use previous points achieved from the facility’s last star rated license assessment to assign a star rating at the end of the temporary license. The previous facility’s points in each area earned: Staff Education: 7 out of 7 points Program Standards: 5 out of 7 points Quality Point: 1 out of 1 point They earned a total of 13 points which is a 5star license. This change in procedure supports the transitional process of resuming the star rated license through a cohort model. The new owner/facility will be expected to go through a star rated license reassessment during the cohort year established under the previous facility license. The previous facility’s rated license reassessment would have been completed by May 2023, and because of this your facility will fall under the second cohort. Your preparation year will be July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025. Your reassessment year will be July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026. Your assigned consultant at that time will reach out to you prior to the beginning of the preparation year of your assigned cohort and will provide guidance to assist you as you begin the process. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, each year, more than 200,000 children go to U.S. hospital emergency departments with injuries associated with playground equipment. In order to prevent these injuries it is crucial that the playgrounds are checked daily for potential hazards before children go out to play. On playground two (2) the large playhouse structure was not in good condition. It had areas that were cracked, there was a rusty screw that was protruding from the structure, the rubber mat was torn, and there was chipping paint. On playground five (5) the large climbing structure was not in good condition. The rubber material that coated the structure was torn in some areas. The caps at the top of the structure were cracked. Spacing between pieces of equipment must allow children to circulate around or fall from play structures without striking another structure, and permit adults to have easy access to the children who are using the equipment. There were two (2) climbing structures that were placed adjacent to each other. They measured five (5) feet and five (5) inches apart. One (1) structure from the platform to the ground measured thirty-seven (37) inches and the other structure measured forty-four (44) inches from the ground. For school agers (5-12 years), adjacent play structures, with a play surface over thirty (30) inches high, should be spaced at least nine (9) ft. apart. I reviewed the Playground Information to Use with the Environment Rating Scales with Ms. Owens and a copy was also given to her. This information is based on the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Public Playground Safety Handbook. The two (2) adjacent climbing structures measured five (5) feet and five (5) inches apart. 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 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: Childcare Network #86 Facility ID: 09000158 Consultant: LEISA A. BENSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/4/2024 Number Present: 59 Completed Date: 6/4/2024 Age: From 0 To 8 Total Minutes: 530 Time In: 08:10 AM Time Out: 05:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to the first Temporary Time Period Visit. This program currently operates with a temporary license effective May 1, 2024, to November 1, 2024, because of a Change of Ownership. Applicable childcare requirements were discussed with Ms. Jeanette Owens, Assistant Administrator. Ms. Oga McEacherm, Administrator was not present because she was out of town for a work-related conference. Ms. Owens was not able to accompany me when I conducted the walkthrough of the facility indoors and outdoors because she was assisting teachers with their morning routines. The children observed today were interacting with assigned staff, playing in free choice areas such as fine motor materials, books, blocks, and dramatic play materials. The children were observed in whole group activities. The children were also observed eating lunch and during nap time. Children were adequately supervised by their assigned teachers. For lunch the children were served ravioli, cornbread muffins, sweet peas, apple sauce, and milk. Seven (7) staff files were reviewed including the administrator’s file. Three (3) children’s files were reviewed. In addition, required center program records were also monitored. It is the center’s responsibility to review all files to ensure they are complete and accurate. The indoor and outdoor spaces were measured during the visit. The Outdoor and Indoor Space Calculations were reviewed with Ms. Owens and she was given a copy for her records. During today’s visit, The Pre-Licensing Checklist for Child Care Centers was reviewed with Ms. Owen and a copy was given to her. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with Ms. Owens and computerized copy was given to her. Violation Number Comment Rule 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. The walls through out the center were not in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The large playhouse on playground 2 was not in good condition. The large climbing structure on playground 5 was not in good condition. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 802 Safe pick-up and delivery procedures were not communicated to parents and/or were not posted where they can be seen by the parents. This was not posted. This was corrected when it was posted during the visit. .1003(b) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On playground 5 there was not the required space between two climbing structures that were beside each other. The fire exit door in space 3 was deadbolted. The teacher had to turn the deadbolt several times for it to unlock; it was not in good repair. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 808 The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. Trash was observed on playground 5. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 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. Outlets were not covered including on power strips in space #7. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Paper that was contained in plastic wrapping was accessible to children one year of age, in space 3. This was corrected during the visit when the plastic was removed so it was not accessible to the children. .0604(q) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. A playground inspection was not documented for May 2024. .0605(q) 1030 Application for employment and date of birth was not on file for all staff. An application was not on file for one staff. This was corrected during the visit when the staff completed it and placed it in their file during the visit. .0302(d)(1)(A) 1123 All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards. The seats on the Blue Bus were not in good condition; some seats were torn allowing foam to be exposed. 10A NCAC 09 .1002(a) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. A photograph of each child that was transported was not on the vehicle when children were transported. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. This was not on file within 30 days of enrollment for one child enrolled. GS110-91(1) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. This was not on file for one child enrolled. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Areas of the resilient surfacing (mulch) on playground 5 measured less than 6 inches. .0605(k)(1-4) The violation/s documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by June 18, 2024, stating that all violation/s have been corrected. The letter can be emailed to me at leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov. If you state in the compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by June 18, 2024, must contact me with a purposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during today’s visit, may negatively affect your compliance score. As of today’s, visit your compliance history is 84%. You requested to be approved for transportation; however I cannot approve you for transportation until transportation requirements have been corrected. Rated License Assessment: On June 12th, Governor Cooper signed Senate Bill 291, extending the Child Care Hold Harmless legislation until June 30, 2024. Also, when a child care center undergoes a change of ownership, the agency will use previous points achieved from the facility’s last star rated license assessment to assign a star rating at the end of the temporary license. The previous facility’s points in each area earned: Staff Education: 7 out of 7 points Program Standards: 5 out of 7 points Quality Point: 1 out of 1 point They earned a total of 13 points which is a 5star license. This change in procedure supports the transitional process of resuming the star rated license through a cohort model. The new owner/facility will be expected to go through a star rated license reassessment during the cohort year established under the previous facility license. The previous facility’s rated license reassessment would have been completed by May 2023, and because of this your facility will fall under the second cohort. Your preparation year will be July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025. Your reassessment year will be July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026. Your assigned consultant at that time will reach out to you prior to the beginning of the preparation year of your assigned cohort and will provide guidance to assist you as you begin the process. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, each year, more than 200,000 children go to U.S. hospital emergency departments with injuries associated with playground equipment. In order to prevent these injuries it is crucial that the playgrounds are checked daily for potential hazards before children go out to play. On playground two (2) the large playhouse structure was not in good condition. It had areas that were cracked, there was a rusty screw that was protruding from the structure, the rubber mat was torn, and there was chipping paint. On playground five (5) the large climbing structure was not in good condition. The rubber material that coated the structure was torn in some areas. The caps at the top of the structure were cracked. Spacing between pieces of equipment must allow children to circulate around or fall from play structures without striking another structure, and permit adults to have easy access to the children who are using the equipment. There were two (2) climbing structures that were placed adjacent to each other. They measured five (5) feet and five (5) inches apart. One (1) structure from the platform to the ground measured thirty-seven (37) inches and the other structure measured forty-four (44) inches from the ground. For school agers (5-12 years), adjacent play structures, with a play surface over thirty (30) inches high, should be spaced at least nine (9) ft. apart. I reviewed the Playground Information to Use with the Environment Rating Scales with Ms. Owens and a copy was also given to her. This information is based on the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Public Playground Safety Handbook. The two (2) adjacent climbing structures measured five (5) feet and five (5) inches apart. 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: Childcare Network #86 Facility ID: 09000158 Consultant: LEISA A. BENSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/4/2024 Number Present: 59 Completed Date: 6/4/2024 Age: From 0 To 8 Total Minutes: 530 Time In: 08:10 AM Time Out: 05:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to the first Temporary Time Period Visit. This program currently operates with a temporary license effective May 1, 2024, to November 1, 2024, because of a Change of Ownership. Applicable childcare requirements were discussed with Ms. Jeanette Owens, Assistant Administrator. Ms. Oga McEacherm, Administrator was not present because she was out of town for a work-related conference. Ms. Owens was not able to accompany me when I conducted the walkthrough of the facility indoors and outdoors because she was assisting teachers with their morning routines. The children observed today were interacting with assigned staff, playing in free choice areas such as fine motor materials, books, blocks, and dramatic play materials. The children were observed in whole group activities. The children were also observed eating lunch and during nap time. Children were adequately supervised by their assigned teachers. For lunch the children were served ravioli, cornbread muffins, sweet peas, apple sauce, and milk. Seven (7) staff files were reviewed including the administrator’s file. Three (3) children’s files were reviewed. In addition, required center program records were also monitored. It is the center’s responsibility to review all files to ensure they are complete and accurate. The indoor and outdoor spaces were measured during the visit. The Outdoor and Indoor Space Calculations were reviewed with Ms. Owens and she was given a copy for her records. During today’s visit, The Pre-Licensing Checklist for Child Care Centers was reviewed with Ms. Owen and a copy was given to her. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with Ms. Owens and computerized copy was given to her. Violation Number Comment Rule 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. The walls through out the center were not in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The large playhouse on playground 2 was not in good condition. The large climbing structure on playground 5 was not in good condition. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 802 Safe pick-up and delivery procedures were not communicated to parents and/or were not posted where they can be seen by the parents. This was not posted. This was corrected when it was posted during the visit. .1003(b) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On playground 5 there was not the required space between two climbing structures that were beside each other. The fire exit door in space 3 was deadbolted. The teacher had to turn the deadbolt several times for it to unlock; it was not in good repair. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 808 The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. Trash was observed on playground 5. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 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. Outlets were not covered including on power strips in space #7. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Paper that was contained in plastic wrapping was accessible to children one year of age, in space 3. This was corrected during the visit when the plastic was removed so it was not accessible to the children. .0604(q) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. A playground inspection was not documented for May 2024. .0605(q) 1030 Application for employment and date of birth was not on file for all staff. An application was not on file for one staff. This was corrected during the visit when the staff completed it and placed it in their file during the visit. .0302(d)(1)(A) 1123 All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards. The seats on the Blue Bus were not in good condition; some seats were torn allowing foam to be exposed. 10A NCAC 09 .1002(a) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. A photograph of each child that was transported was not on the vehicle when children were transported. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. This was not on file within 30 days of enrollment for one child enrolled. GS110-91(1) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. This was not on file for one child enrolled. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Areas of the resilient surfacing (mulch) on playground 5 measured less than 6 inches. .0605(k)(1-4) The violation/s documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by June 18, 2024, stating that all violation/s have been corrected. The letter can be emailed to me at leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov. If you state in the compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by June 18, 2024, must contact me with a purposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during today’s visit, may negatively affect your compliance score. As of today’s, visit your compliance history is 84%. You requested to be approved for transportation; however I cannot approve you for transportation until transportation requirements have been corrected. Rated License Assessment: On June 12th, Governor Cooper signed Senate Bill 291, extending the Child Care Hold Harmless legislation until June 30, 2024. Also, when a child care center undergoes a change of ownership, the agency will use previous points achieved from the facility’s last star rated license assessment to assign a star rating at the end of the temporary license. The previous facility’s points in each area earned: Staff Education: 7 out of 7 points Program Standards: 5 out of 7 points Quality Point: 1 out of 1 point They earned a total of 13 points which is a 5star license. This change in procedure supports the transitional process of resuming the star rated license through a cohort model. The new owner/facility will be expected to go through a star rated license reassessment during the cohort year established under the previous facility license. The previous facility’s rated license reassessment would have been completed by May 2023, and because of this your facility will fall under the second cohort. Your preparation year will be July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025. Your reassessment year will be July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026. Your assigned consultant at that time will reach out to you prior to the beginning of the preparation year of your assigned cohort and will provide guidance to assist you as you begin the process. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, each year, more than 200,000 children go to U.S. hospital emergency departments with injuries associated with playground equipment. In order to prevent these injuries it is crucial that the playgrounds are checked daily for potential hazards before children go out to play. On playground two (2) the large playhouse structure was not in good condition. It had areas that were cracked, there was a rusty screw that was protruding from the structure, the rubber mat was torn, and there was chipping paint. On playground five (5) the large climbing structure was not in good condition. The rubber material that coated the structure was torn in some areas. The caps at the top of the structure were cracked. Spacing between pieces of equipment must allow children to circulate around or fall from play structures without striking another structure, and permit adults to have easy access to the children who are using the equipment. There were two (2) climbing structures that were placed adjacent to each other. They measured five (5) feet and five (5) inches apart. One (1) structure from the platform to the ground measured thirty-seven (37) inches and the other structure measured forty-four (44) inches from the ground. For school agers (5-12 years), adjacent play structures, with a play surface over thirty (30) inches high, should be spaced at least nine (9) ft. apart. I reviewed the Playground Information to Use with the Environment Rating Scales with Ms. Owens and a copy was also given to her. This information is based on the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Public Playground Safety Handbook. The two (2) adjacent climbing structures measured five (5) feet and five (5) inches apart. 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 .1002 · Violation

Name of Operation: Childcare Network #86 Facility ID: 09000158 Consultant: LEISA A. BENSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/4/2024 Number Present: 59 Completed Date: 6/4/2024 Age: From 0 To 8 Total Minutes: 530 Time In: 08:10 AM Time Out: 05:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to the first Temporary Time Period Visit. This program currently operates with a temporary license effective May 1, 2024, to November 1, 2024, because of a Change of Ownership. Applicable childcare requirements were discussed with Ms. Jeanette Owens, Assistant Administrator. Ms. Oga McEacherm, Administrator was not present because she was out of town for a work-related conference. Ms. Owens was not able to accompany me when I conducted the walkthrough of the facility indoors and outdoors because she was assisting teachers with their morning routines. The children observed today were interacting with assigned staff, playing in free choice areas such as fine motor materials, books, blocks, and dramatic play materials. The children were observed in whole group activities. The children were also observed eating lunch and during nap time. Children were adequately supervised by their assigned teachers. For lunch the children were served ravioli, cornbread muffins, sweet peas, apple sauce, and milk. Seven (7) staff files were reviewed including the administrator’s file. Three (3) children’s files were reviewed. In addition, required center program records were also monitored. It is the center’s responsibility to review all files to ensure they are complete and accurate. The indoor and outdoor spaces were measured during the visit. The Outdoor and Indoor Space Calculations were reviewed with Ms. Owens and she was given a copy for her records. During today’s visit, The Pre-Licensing Checklist for Child Care Centers was reviewed with Ms. Owen and a copy was given to her. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with Ms. Owens and computerized copy was given to her. Violation Number Comment Rule 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. The walls through out the center were not in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The large playhouse on playground 2 was not in good condition. The large climbing structure on playground 5 was not in good condition. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 802 Safe pick-up and delivery procedures were not communicated to parents and/or were not posted where they can be seen by the parents. This was not posted. This was corrected when it was posted during the visit. .1003(b) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On playground 5 there was not the required space between two climbing structures that were beside each other. The fire exit door in space 3 was deadbolted. The teacher had to turn the deadbolt several times for it to unlock; it was not in good repair. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 808 The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. Trash was observed on playground 5. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 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. Outlets were not covered including on power strips in space #7. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Paper that was contained in plastic wrapping was accessible to children one year of age, in space 3. This was corrected during the visit when the plastic was removed so it was not accessible to the children. .0604(q) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. A playground inspection was not documented for May 2024. .0605(q) 1030 Application for employment and date of birth was not on file for all staff. An application was not on file for one staff. This was corrected during the visit when the staff completed it and placed it in their file during the visit. .0302(d)(1)(A) 1123 All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards. The seats on the Blue Bus were not in good condition; some seats were torn allowing foam to be exposed. 10A NCAC 09 .1002(a) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. A photograph of each child that was transported was not on the vehicle when children were transported. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. This was not on file within 30 days of enrollment for one child enrolled. GS110-91(1) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. This was not on file for one child enrolled. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Areas of the resilient surfacing (mulch) on playground 5 measured less than 6 inches. .0605(k)(1-4) The violation/s documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by June 18, 2024, stating that all violation/s have been corrected. The letter can be emailed to me at leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov. If you state in the compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by June 18, 2024, must contact me with a purposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during today’s visit, may negatively affect your compliance score. As of today’s, visit your compliance history is 84%. You requested to be approved for transportation; however I cannot approve you for transportation until transportation requirements have been corrected. Rated License Assessment: On June 12th, Governor Cooper signed Senate Bill 291, extending the Child Care Hold Harmless legislation until June 30, 2024. Also, when a child care center undergoes a change of ownership, the agency will use previous points achieved from the facility’s last star rated license assessment to assign a star rating at the end of the temporary license. The previous facility’s points in each area earned: Staff Education: 7 out of 7 points Program Standards: 5 out of 7 points Quality Point: 1 out of 1 point They earned a total of 13 points which is a 5star license. This change in procedure supports the transitional process of resuming the star rated license through a cohort model. The new owner/facility will be expected to go through a star rated license reassessment during the cohort year established under the previous facility license. The previous facility’s rated license reassessment would have been completed by May 2023, and because of this your facility will fall under the second cohort. Your preparation year will be July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025. Your reassessment year will be July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026. Your assigned consultant at that time will reach out to you prior to the beginning of the preparation year of your assigned cohort and will provide guidance to assist you as you begin the process. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, each year, more than 200,000 children go to U.S. hospital emergency departments with injuries associated with playground equipment. In order to prevent these injuries it is crucial that the playgrounds are checked daily for potential hazards before children go out to play. On playground two (2) the large playhouse structure was not in good condition. It had areas that were cracked, there was a rusty screw that was protruding from the structure, the rubber mat was torn, and there was chipping paint. On playground five (5) the large climbing structure was not in good condition. The rubber material that coated the structure was torn in some areas. The caps at the top of the structure were cracked. Spacing between pieces of equipment must allow children to circulate around or fall from play structures without striking another structure, and permit adults to have easy access to the children who are using the equipment. There were two (2) climbing structures that were placed adjacent to each other. They measured five (5) feet and five (5) inches apart. One (1) structure from the platform to the ground measured thirty-seven (37) inches and the other structure measured forty-four (44) inches from the ground. For school agers (5-12 years), adjacent play structures, with a play surface over thirty (30) inches high, should be spaced at least nine (9) ft. apart. I reviewed the Playground Information to Use with the Environment Rating Scales with Ms. Owens and a copy was also given to her. This information is based on the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Public Playground Safety Handbook. The two (2) adjacent climbing structures measured five (5) feet and five (5) inches apart. 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 .1003 · Violation

Name of Operation: Childcare Network #86 Facility ID: 09000158 Consultant: LEISA A. BENSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/4/2024 Number Present: 59 Completed Date: 6/4/2024 Age: From 0 To 8 Total Minutes: 530 Time In: 08:10 AM Time Out: 05:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to the first Temporary Time Period Visit. This program currently operates with a temporary license effective May 1, 2024, to November 1, 2024, because of a Change of Ownership. Applicable childcare requirements were discussed with Ms. Jeanette Owens, Assistant Administrator. Ms. Oga McEacherm, Administrator was not present because she was out of town for a work-related conference. Ms. Owens was not able to accompany me when I conducted the walkthrough of the facility indoors and outdoors because she was assisting teachers with their morning routines. The children observed today were interacting with assigned staff, playing in free choice areas such as fine motor materials, books, blocks, and dramatic play materials. The children were observed in whole group activities. The children were also observed eating lunch and during nap time. Children were adequately supervised by their assigned teachers. For lunch the children were served ravioli, cornbread muffins, sweet peas, apple sauce, and milk. Seven (7) staff files were reviewed including the administrator’s file. Three (3) children’s files were reviewed. In addition, required center program records were also monitored. It is the center’s responsibility to review all files to ensure they are complete and accurate. The indoor and outdoor spaces were measured during the visit. The Outdoor and Indoor Space Calculations were reviewed with Ms. Owens and she was given a copy for her records. During today’s visit, The Pre-Licensing Checklist for Child Care Centers was reviewed with Ms. Owen and a copy was given to her. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with Ms. Owens and computerized copy was given to her. Violation Number Comment Rule 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. The walls through out the center were not in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The large playhouse on playground 2 was not in good condition. The large climbing structure on playground 5 was not in good condition. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 802 Safe pick-up and delivery procedures were not communicated to parents and/or were not posted where they can be seen by the parents. This was not posted. This was corrected when it was posted during the visit. .1003(b) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On playground 5 there was not the required space between two climbing structures that were beside each other. The fire exit door in space 3 was deadbolted. The teacher had to turn the deadbolt several times for it to unlock; it was not in good repair. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 808 The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. Trash was observed on playground 5. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 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. Outlets were not covered including on power strips in space #7. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Paper that was contained in plastic wrapping was accessible to children one year of age, in space 3. This was corrected during the visit when the plastic was removed so it was not accessible to the children. .0604(q) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. A playground inspection was not documented for May 2024. .0605(q) 1030 Application for employment and date of birth was not on file for all staff. An application was not on file for one staff. This was corrected during the visit when the staff completed it and placed it in their file during the visit. .0302(d)(1)(A) 1123 All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards. The seats on the Blue Bus were not in good condition; some seats were torn allowing foam to be exposed. 10A NCAC 09 .1002(a) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. A photograph of each child that was transported was not on the vehicle when children were transported. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. This was not on file within 30 days of enrollment for one child enrolled. GS110-91(1) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. This was not on file for one child enrolled. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Areas of the resilient surfacing (mulch) on playground 5 measured less than 6 inches. .0605(k)(1-4) The violation/s documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by June 18, 2024, stating that all violation/s have been corrected. The letter can be emailed to me at leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov. If you state in the compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by June 18, 2024, must contact me with a purposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during today’s visit, may negatively affect your compliance score. As of today’s, visit your compliance history is 84%. You requested to be approved for transportation; however I cannot approve you for transportation until transportation requirements have been corrected. Rated License Assessment: On June 12th, Governor Cooper signed Senate Bill 291, extending the Child Care Hold Harmless legislation until June 30, 2024. Also, when a child care center undergoes a change of ownership, the agency will use previous points achieved from the facility’s last star rated license assessment to assign a star rating at the end of the temporary license. The previous facility’s points in each area earned: Staff Education: 7 out of 7 points Program Standards: 5 out of 7 points Quality Point: 1 out of 1 point They earned a total of 13 points which is a 5star license. This change in procedure supports the transitional process of resuming the star rated license through a cohort model. The new owner/facility will be expected to go through a star rated license reassessment during the cohort year established under the previous facility license. The previous facility’s rated license reassessment would have been completed by May 2023, and because of this your facility will fall under the second cohort. Your preparation year will be July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025. Your reassessment year will be July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026. Your assigned consultant at that time will reach out to you prior to the beginning of the preparation year of your assigned cohort and will provide guidance to assist you as you begin the process. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, each year, more than 200,000 children go to U.S. hospital emergency departments with injuries associated with playground equipment. In order to prevent these injuries it is crucial that the playgrounds are checked daily for potential hazards before children go out to play. On playground two (2) the large playhouse structure was not in good condition. It had areas that were cracked, there was a rusty screw that was protruding from the structure, the rubber mat was torn, and there was chipping paint. On playground five (5) the large climbing structure was not in good condition. The rubber material that coated the structure was torn in some areas. The caps at the top of the structure were cracked. Spacing between pieces of equipment must allow children to circulate around or fall from play structures without striking another structure, and permit adults to have easy access to the children who are using the equipment. There were two (2) climbing structures that were placed adjacent to each other. They measured five (5) feet and five (5) inches apart. One (1) structure from the platform to the ground measured thirty-seven (37) inches and the other structure measured forty-four (44) inches from the ground. For school agers (5-12 years), adjacent play structures, with a play surface over thirty (30) inches high, should be spaced at least nine (9) ft. apart. I reviewed the Playground Information to Use with the Environment Rating Scales with Ms. Owens and a copy was also given to her. This information is based on the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Public Playground Safety Handbook. The two (2) adjacent climbing structures measured five (5) feet and five (5) inches apart. 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. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: Childcare Network #86 Facility ID: 09000158 Consultant: LEISA A. BENSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/4/2024 Number Present: 59 Completed Date: 6/4/2024 Age: From 0 To 8 Total Minutes: 530 Time In: 08:10 AM Time Out: 05:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to the first Temporary Time Period Visit. This program currently operates with a temporary license effective May 1, 2024, to November 1, 2024, because of a Change of Ownership. Applicable childcare requirements were discussed with Ms. Jeanette Owens, Assistant Administrator. Ms. Oga McEacherm, Administrator was not present because she was out of town for a work-related conference. Ms. Owens was not able to accompany me when I conducted the walkthrough of the facility indoors and outdoors because she was assisting teachers with their morning routines. The children observed today were interacting with assigned staff, playing in free choice areas such as fine motor materials, books, blocks, and dramatic play materials. The children were observed in whole group activities. The children were also observed eating lunch and during nap time. Children were adequately supervised by their assigned teachers. For lunch the children were served ravioli, cornbread muffins, sweet peas, apple sauce, and milk. Seven (7) staff files were reviewed including the administrator’s file. Three (3) children’s files were reviewed. In addition, required center program records were also monitored. It is the center’s responsibility to review all files to ensure they are complete and accurate. The indoor and outdoor spaces were measured during the visit. The Outdoor and Indoor Space Calculations were reviewed with Ms. Owens and she was given a copy for her records. During today’s visit, The Pre-Licensing Checklist for Child Care Centers was reviewed with Ms. Owen and a copy was given to her. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with Ms. Owens and computerized copy was given to her. Violation Number Comment Rule 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. The walls through out the center were not in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The large playhouse on playground 2 was not in good condition. The large climbing structure on playground 5 was not in good condition. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 802 Safe pick-up and delivery procedures were not communicated to parents and/or were not posted where they can be seen by the parents. This was not posted. This was corrected when it was posted during the visit. .1003(b) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On playground 5 there was not the required space between two climbing structures that were beside each other. The fire exit door in space 3 was deadbolted. The teacher had to turn the deadbolt several times for it to unlock; it was not in good repair. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 808 The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. Trash was observed on playground 5. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 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. Outlets were not covered including on power strips in space #7. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Paper that was contained in plastic wrapping was accessible to children one year of age, in space 3. This was corrected during the visit when the plastic was removed so it was not accessible to the children. .0604(q) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. A playground inspection was not documented for May 2024. .0605(q) 1030 Application for employment and date of birth was not on file for all staff. An application was not on file for one staff. This was corrected during the visit when the staff completed it and placed it in their file during the visit. .0302(d)(1)(A) 1123 All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards. The seats on the Blue Bus were not in good condition; some seats were torn allowing foam to be exposed. 10A NCAC 09 .1002(a) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. A photograph of each child that was transported was not on the vehicle when children were transported. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. This was not on file within 30 days of enrollment for one child enrolled. GS110-91(1) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. This was not on file for one child enrolled. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Areas of the resilient surfacing (mulch) on playground 5 measured less than 6 inches. .0605(k)(1-4) The violation/s documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by June 18, 2024, stating that all violation/s have been corrected. The letter can be emailed to me at leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov. If you state in the compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by June 18, 2024, must contact me with a purposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during today’s visit, may negatively affect your compliance score. As of today’s, visit your compliance history is 84%. You requested to be approved for transportation; however I cannot approve you for transportation until transportation requirements have been corrected. Rated License Assessment: On June 12th, Governor Cooper signed Senate Bill 291, extending the Child Care Hold Harmless legislation until June 30, 2024. Also, when a child care center undergoes a change of ownership, the agency will use previous points achieved from the facility’s last star rated license assessment to assign a star rating at the end of the temporary license. The previous facility’s points in each area earned: Staff Education: 7 out of 7 points Program Standards: 5 out of 7 points Quality Point: 1 out of 1 point They earned a total of 13 points which is a 5star license. This change in procedure supports the transitional process of resuming the star rated license through a cohort model. The new owner/facility will be expected to go through a star rated license reassessment during the cohort year established under the previous facility license. The previous facility’s rated license reassessment would have been completed by May 2023, and because of this your facility will fall under the second cohort. Your preparation year will be July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025. Your reassessment year will be July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026. Your assigned consultant at that time will reach out to you prior to the beginning of the preparation year of your assigned cohort and will provide guidance to assist you as you begin the process. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, each year, more than 200,000 children go to U.S. hospital emergency departments with injuries associated with playground equipment. In order to prevent these injuries it is crucial that the playgrounds are checked daily for potential hazards before children go out to play. On playground two (2) the large playhouse structure was not in good condition. It had areas that were cracked, there was a rusty screw that was protruding from the structure, the rubber mat was torn, and there was chipping paint. On playground five (5) the large climbing structure was not in good condition. The rubber material that coated the structure was torn in some areas. The caps at the top of the structure were cracked. Spacing between pieces of equipment must allow children to circulate around or fall from play structures without striking another structure, and permit adults to have easy access to the children who are using the equipment. There were two (2) climbing structures that were placed adjacent to each other. They measured five (5) feet and five (5) inches apart. One (1) structure from the platform to the ground measured thirty-seven (37) inches and the other structure measured forty-four (44) inches from the ground. For school agers (5-12 years), adjacent play structures, with a play surface over thirty (30) inches high, should be spaced at least nine (9) ft. apart. I reviewed the Playground Information to Use with the Environment Rating Scales with Ms. Owens and a copy was also given to her. This information is based on the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Public Playground Safety Handbook. The two (2) adjacent climbing structures measured five (5) feet and five (5) inches apart. 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

GS110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: Childcare Network #86 Facility ID: 09000158 Consultant: LEISA A. BENSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/4/2024 Number Present: 59 Completed Date: 6/4/2024 Age: From 0 To 8 Total Minutes: 530 Time In: 08:10 AM Time Out: 05:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to the first Temporary Time Period Visit. This program currently operates with a temporary license effective May 1, 2024, to November 1, 2024, because of a Change of Ownership. Applicable childcare requirements were discussed with Ms. Jeanette Owens, Assistant Administrator. Ms. Oga McEacherm, Administrator was not present because she was out of town for a work-related conference. Ms. Owens was not able to accompany me when I conducted the walkthrough of the facility indoors and outdoors because she was assisting teachers with their morning routines. The children observed today were interacting with assigned staff, playing in free choice areas such as fine motor materials, books, blocks, and dramatic play materials. The children were observed in whole group activities. The children were also observed eating lunch and during nap time. Children were adequately supervised by their assigned teachers. For lunch the children were served ravioli, cornbread muffins, sweet peas, apple sauce, and milk. Seven (7) staff files were reviewed including the administrator’s file. Three (3) children’s files were reviewed. In addition, required center program records were also monitored. It is the center’s responsibility to review all files to ensure they are complete and accurate. The indoor and outdoor spaces were measured during the visit. The Outdoor and Indoor Space Calculations were reviewed with Ms. Owens and she was given a copy for her records. During today’s visit, The Pre-Licensing Checklist for Child Care Centers was reviewed with Ms. Owen and a copy was given to her. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with Ms. Owens and computerized copy was given to her. Violation Number Comment Rule 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. The walls through out the center were not in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The large playhouse on playground 2 was not in good condition. The large climbing structure on playground 5 was not in good condition. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 802 Safe pick-up and delivery procedures were not communicated to parents and/or were not posted where they can be seen by the parents. This was not posted. This was corrected when it was posted during the visit. .1003(b) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On playground 5 there was not the required space between two climbing structures that were beside each other. The fire exit door in space 3 was deadbolted. The teacher had to turn the deadbolt several times for it to unlock; it was not in good repair. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 808 The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. Trash was observed on playground 5. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 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. Outlets were not covered including on power strips in space #7. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Paper that was contained in plastic wrapping was accessible to children one year of age, in space 3. This was corrected during the visit when the plastic was removed so it was not accessible to the children. .0604(q) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. A playground inspection was not documented for May 2024. .0605(q) 1030 Application for employment and date of birth was not on file for all staff. An application was not on file for one staff. This was corrected during the visit when the staff completed it and placed it in their file during the visit. .0302(d)(1)(A) 1123 All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards. The seats on the Blue Bus were not in good condition; some seats were torn allowing foam to be exposed. 10A NCAC 09 .1002(a) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. A photograph of each child that was transported was not on the vehicle when children were transported. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. This was not on file within 30 days of enrollment for one child enrolled. GS110-91(1) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. This was not on file for one child enrolled. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Areas of the resilient surfacing (mulch) on playground 5 measured less than 6 inches. .0605(k)(1-4) The violation/s documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by June 18, 2024, stating that all violation/s have been corrected. The letter can be emailed to me at leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov. If you state in the compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by June 18, 2024, must contact me with a purposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during today’s visit, may negatively affect your compliance score. As of today’s, visit your compliance history is 84%. You requested to be approved for transportation; however I cannot approve you for transportation until transportation requirements have been corrected. Rated License Assessment: On June 12th, Governor Cooper signed Senate Bill 291, extending the Child Care Hold Harmless legislation until June 30, 2024. Also, when a child care center undergoes a change of ownership, the agency will use previous points achieved from the facility’s last star rated license assessment to assign a star rating at the end of the temporary license. The previous facility’s points in each area earned: Staff Education: 7 out of 7 points Program Standards: 5 out of 7 points Quality Point: 1 out of 1 point They earned a total of 13 points which is a 5star license. This change in procedure supports the transitional process of resuming the star rated license through a cohort model. The new owner/facility will be expected to go through a star rated license reassessment during the cohort year established under the previous facility license. The previous facility’s rated license reassessment would have been completed by May 2023, and because of this your facility will fall under the second cohort. Your preparation year will be July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025. Your reassessment year will be July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026. Your assigned consultant at that time will reach out to you prior to the beginning of the preparation year of your assigned cohort and will provide guidance to assist you as you begin the process. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, each year, more than 200,000 children go to U.S. hospital emergency departments with injuries associated with playground equipment. In order to prevent these injuries it is crucial that the playgrounds are checked daily for potential hazards before children go out to play. On playground two (2) the large playhouse structure was not in good condition. It had areas that were cracked, there was a rusty screw that was protruding from the structure, the rubber mat was torn, and there was chipping paint. On playground five (5) the large climbing structure was not in good condition. The rubber material that coated the structure was torn in some areas. The caps at the top of the structure were cracked. Spacing between pieces of equipment must allow children to circulate around or fall from play structures without striking another structure, and permit adults to have easy access to the children who are using the equipment. There were two (2) climbing structures that were placed adjacent to each other. They measured five (5) feet and five (5) inches apart. One (1) structure from the platform to the ground measured thirty-seven (37) inches and the other structure measured forty-four (44) inches from the ground. For school agers (5-12 years), adjacent play structures, with a play surface over thirty (30) inches high, should be spaced at least nine (9) ft. apart. I reviewed the Playground Information to Use with the Environment Rating Scales with Ms. Owens and a copy was also given to her. This information is based on the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Public Playground Safety Handbook. The two (2) adjacent climbing structures measured five (5) feet and five (5) inches apart. 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

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: Childcare Network #86 Facility ID: 09000158 Consultant: LEISA A. BENSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/4/2024 Number Present: 59 Completed Date: 6/4/2024 Age: From 0 To 8 Total Minutes: 530 Time In: 08:10 AM Time Out: 05:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to the first Temporary Time Period Visit. This program currently operates with a temporary license effective May 1, 2024, to November 1, 2024, because of a Change of Ownership. Applicable childcare requirements were discussed with Ms. Jeanette Owens, Assistant Administrator. Ms. Oga McEacherm, Administrator was not present because she was out of town for a work-related conference. Ms. Owens was not able to accompany me when I conducted the walkthrough of the facility indoors and outdoors because she was assisting teachers with their morning routines. The children observed today were interacting with assigned staff, playing in free choice areas such as fine motor materials, books, blocks, and dramatic play materials. The children were observed in whole group activities. The children were also observed eating lunch and during nap time. Children were adequately supervised by their assigned teachers. For lunch the children were served ravioli, cornbread muffins, sweet peas, apple sauce, and milk. Seven (7) staff files were reviewed including the administrator’s file. Three (3) children’s files were reviewed. In addition, required center program records were also monitored. It is the center’s responsibility to review all files to ensure they are complete and accurate. The indoor and outdoor spaces were measured during the visit. The Outdoor and Indoor Space Calculations were reviewed with Ms. Owens and she was given a copy for her records. During today’s visit, The Pre-Licensing Checklist for Child Care Centers was reviewed with Ms. Owen and a copy was given to her. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with Ms. Owens and computerized copy was given to her. Violation Number Comment Rule 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. The walls through out the center were not in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The large playhouse on playground 2 was not in good condition. The large climbing structure on playground 5 was not in good condition. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 802 Safe pick-up and delivery procedures were not communicated to parents and/or were not posted where they can be seen by the parents. This was not posted. This was corrected when it was posted during the visit. .1003(b) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On playground 5 there was not the required space between two climbing structures that were beside each other. The fire exit door in space 3 was deadbolted. The teacher had to turn the deadbolt several times for it to unlock; it was not in good repair. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 808 The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. Trash was observed on playground 5. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 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. Outlets were not covered including on power strips in space #7. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Paper that was contained in plastic wrapping was accessible to children one year of age, in space 3. This was corrected during the visit when the plastic was removed so it was not accessible to the children. .0604(q) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. A playground inspection was not documented for May 2024. .0605(q) 1030 Application for employment and date of birth was not on file for all staff. An application was not on file for one staff. This was corrected during the visit when the staff completed it and placed it in their file during the visit. .0302(d)(1)(A) 1123 All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards. The seats on the Blue Bus were not in good condition; some seats were torn allowing foam to be exposed. 10A NCAC 09 .1002(a) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. A photograph of each child that was transported was not on the vehicle when children were transported. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. This was not on file within 30 days of enrollment for one child enrolled. GS110-91(1) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. This was not on file for one child enrolled. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Areas of the resilient surfacing (mulch) on playground 5 measured less than 6 inches. .0605(k)(1-4) The violation/s documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by June 18, 2024, stating that all violation/s have been corrected. The letter can be emailed to me at leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov. If you state in the compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by June 18, 2024, must contact me with a purposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past eighteen (18) months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during today’s visit, may negatively affect your compliance score. As of today’s, visit your compliance history is 84%. You requested to be approved for transportation; however I cannot approve you for transportation until transportation requirements have been corrected. Rated License Assessment: On June 12th, Governor Cooper signed Senate Bill 291, extending the Child Care Hold Harmless legislation until June 30, 2024. Also, when a child care center undergoes a change of ownership, the agency will use previous points achieved from the facility’s last star rated license assessment to assign a star rating at the end of the temporary license. The previous facility’s points in each area earned: Staff Education: 7 out of 7 points Program Standards: 5 out of 7 points Quality Point: 1 out of 1 point They earned a total of 13 points which is a 5star license. This change in procedure supports the transitional process of resuming the star rated license through a cohort model. The new owner/facility will be expected to go through a star rated license reassessment during the cohort year established under the previous facility license. The previous facility’s rated license reassessment would have been completed by May 2023, and because of this your facility will fall under the second cohort. Your preparation year will be July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025. Your reassessment year will be July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026. Your assigned consultant at that time will reach out to you prior to the beginning of the preparation year of your assigned cohort and will provide guidance to assist you as you begin the process. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, each year, more than 200,000 children go to U.S. hospital emergency departments with injuries associated with playground equipment. In order to prevent these injuries it is crucial that the playgrounds are checked daily for potential hazards before children go out to play. On playground two (2) the large playhouse structure was not in good condition. It had areas that were cracked, there was a rusty screw that was protruding from the structure, the rubber mat was torn, and there was chipping paint. On playground five (5) the large climbing structure was not in good condition. The rubber material that coated the structure was torn in some areas. The caps at the top of the structure were cracked. Spacing between pieces of equipment must allow children to circulate around or fall from play structures without striking another structure, and permit adults to have easy access to the children who are using the equipment. There were two (2) climbing structures that were placed adjacent to each other. They measured five (5) feet and five (5) inches apart. One (1) structure from the platform to the ground measured thirty-seven (37) inches and the other structure measured forty-four (44) inches from the ground. For school agers (5-12 years), adjacent play structures, with a play surface over thirty (30) inches high, should be spaced at least nine (9) ft. apart. I reviewed the Playground Information to Use with the Environment Rating Scales with Ms. Owens and a copy was also given to her. This information is based on the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Public Playground Safety Handbook. The two (2) adjacent climbing structures measured five (5) feet and five (5) inches apart. 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