GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: NEW BEGINNINGS FAMILY CHILD CARE Facility ID: 43000509 Consultant: TANYA HERRING Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 4/30/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 4/30/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 130 Time In: 09:20 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Compliance Follow-Up Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements after violations regarding capacity and supervision were cited and documented during the annual compliance visit conducted on April 24, 2025. Licensing Supervisor, Teraesa Leak accompanied me during the visit. Upon our arrival, we were greeted by the owner/operator, M. Richardson. Limited monitoring of the child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. The license was posted. I observed all required postings and attendance logs. A total of five (5) children were present during today’s visit. I observed the children finishing their breakfast and participating in free choice play. Ms. Richardson stated that all violations have been corrected and submitted a legible copy of the compliance verification letter, which had originally been emailed on April 29, 2025. The following violations were monitored for compliance during today’s visit: Item #102- There were five (5) children present during today’s visit. However, attendance records observed during today’s visit determined that on April 28, 2025, a total of six (6) children were present between 7:00am and 8:20am. Therefore, an additional violation was documented. Item #543-A 2 year old child was observed watching an iPad tablet with another child. An additional violation was documented but the violation was corrected during the visit. Item #706-All hazardous products including products dispensed from an aerosol can were stored in a locked storage. An additional violation was not documented. Item #726-All children were observed in the designated space and supervised by the operator. Therefore, an additional violation was not documented. Item #806- Compliance could not be determined during today’s visit, as breakfast had concluded prior to our arrival. An additional violation was not documented. Item #816-The children’s hands were not washed after eating their morning breakfast. An additional violation was documented. Item #910-A health assessment for an enrolled child R. D. was on file. Therefore, an additional violation was not documented. Item #921-Daily attendance records including arrival and departure times were maintained on file for all enrolled children. Therefore, an additional violation was not documented. Item #1701- The operator has submitted a compliance letter stating how compliance will be maintained regarding falsification. An additional violation was not documented. Item #1810-A signed acknowledgement that the parents received the safe sleep policy for enrolled child R. D. was on file. An additional violation was not documented. Item #1828-All six (6) enrolled children had documentation that the operational policies were discussed with the parents on file. Therefore, an additional violation was not documented. Item #1919-The operator stated that she has ordered a First Aid information poster. Therefore, compliance with this violation is pending. Item #1922-Plastic bags were not observed during today’s visit, therefore an additional violation was not documented. Item #1948-Visual checks were completed at least every 15 minutes and documentation was on file. An additional violation was not documented. The following violations were documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 102 Number of preschool children exceeded five children, including the provider's own preschool children. Attendance records observed during today’s visit determined that on April 28, 2025, a total of six (6) children were present between 7:00am and 8:20am. GS 110-91(7)(b) 543 Screen time was not prohibited for children under the age of three. The operator did not offer alternative activities for children under the age of three years. A 2 year old child was observed watching an iPad tablet with another child .1718(c) 816 Each child's hands were not washed before and after eating. The children’s hands were not washed after eating their morning breakfast. .1725(a)(7)(B) COMPLIANCE LETTER: All violations must be corrected immediately. A compliance letter is due to me within two (2) weeks of today’s visit. By May 14, 2025, please send me a letter addressing each violation, how the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. 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 Due to the nature of today’s violation, a return visit will occur in the near future to ensure that compliance has been maintained. In addition, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may recommend an Administrative Action against your facility. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: During today’s visit, we provided technical assistance to support the operator in developing a schedule that ensures no more than six (6) enrolled children are present at the same time, in accordance with licensed capacity requirements. Ms. Richardson stated that one enrolled child, a 4-year-old, leaves the Family Child Care Home (FCCH) daily at 8:30 a.m. to attend a preschool program at another facility. This arrangement allows the operator to accept a sixth child, a 1-year-old, who is enrolled from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. However, the 1-year-old has been arriving before 8:30 a.m., which results in the FCCH operating over its licensed capacity. We informed Ms. Richardson that to maintain compliance, the enrollment schedule for the 1-year-old must be adjusted to 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The child may not attend the FCCH until this revised schedule can be implemented. We emphasized that failure to maintain compliance with capacity limits may jeopardize the operator’s license to provide child care. HANDWASHING: Hand hygiene is the most important way to reduce the spread of infection. Deficiencies in hand washing have contributed to many outbreaks of infectious diseases among children and caregivers. Proper handwashing involves completing all the steps in the hand washing procedures before preparing, serving, or eating food, after using the bathroom, after diaper changes, and after any activity that may have exposed your hands to dirt and germs. For more information on handwashing, diapering procedures, and First Aid posters, visit healthychildcarenc.org at http://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions, please contact me at tanya.herring@dhhs.nc.gov or at 910-624-4171. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Teraesa Leak at teraesa.leak@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-971-7765. 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 .1724 · Violation

Name of Operation: NEW BEGINNINGS FAMILY CHILD CARE Facility ID: 43000509 Consultant: TANYA HERRING Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 4/24/2025 Number Present: 6 Completed Date: 4/24/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 155 Time In: 10:40 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home 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 to your family child care home (FCCH). The annual compliance monitoring checklist for FCCH was used to note requirements monitored today. Upon arrival, I was greeted by the owner/operator, M. Richardson. I was unaccompanied as I completed a general walk-through of the indoor and outdoor environments. A total of six (6) children were present during today’s visit. I observed the children participating in free choice play, completing routine care tasks, and eating lunch. I also observed the caregiver interacting in a positive and nurturing manner with the children. Today’s lunch was in compliance with the Meal Pattern requirements. LICENSE STATUS: This FCCH currently operates with a four-star rated license issued on September 27, 2017. REQUIRED DRILLS/INSPECTIONS: The last annual compliance visit was completed on May 8, 2024. The most recent documented monthly fire drill was conducted on March 6, 2025, the most recent documented quarterly lockdown/shelter-in-place drill was conducted on March 10, 2025, and the most recent documented monthly playground inspection was completed on April 4, 2025. During today’s visit, a full assessment of the child care requirements was conducted. I observed all required postings, attendance logs and safe sleep logs. I monitored program/space requirements, equipment and furnishings, capacity & supervision, storage and/or administering of medication, outdoor area & equipment, the operator’s file, and children’s records. The operator is in compliance with the required trainings, including CPR, First Aid, and SIDS. The qualification letter for Ms. Richardson was on file and available for me to review. The operator stated she does not have any pets, nor does she provide transportation. She also stated she does not have an additional caregiver. The Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers form and the Operator’s Statements of Responsibility form were completed during today’s visit. The following violations were observed and documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 102 Number of preschool children exceeded five children, including the provider's own preschool children. Six (6) preschool children ages 0-4 years old were present during today’s visit. The operator is licensed to care for five (5) preschool children. GS 110-91(7)(b) 543 Screen time was not prohibited for children under the age of three. The operator did not offer alternative activities for children under the age of three years. Three (3) children under the age of two years old were watching a children’s animated program on television during the visit. .1718(c) 706 Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care. Two (2) cans of air freshener dispensed from aerosol cans, and various cleaning agents, including Lysol wipes were stored in an unlocked closet. .1719 (a)(7) 726 Children were sleeping or napping in a room with a closed door between the child and the supervising staff. A 4-year-old child was sleeping or napping in a room with a closed door between the child and the caregiver. .1711(a)(4)(D) 806 Operator did not wash his/her hands before and after handling food and feeding the children. The operator did not wash her hands before preparing lunch. .1725(a)(7)(A) 816 Each child's hands were not washed before and after eating. Children hands were not washed before they were served lunch. .1725(a)(7)(B) 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. A health assessment for an enrolled child R. D. was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 921 Operator did not maintain accurate daily attendance records including documentation of arrival and departure for all children in care, including the operator's own preschool children. The operator did not complete the daily attendance records as children arrived during the day. .1721(e)(6) 1701 The operator made efforts to falsify information. During today’s visit, the operator submitted safe sleep charts reflecting the times of documented safe sleep checks that had not occurred. Additionally, when asked about the number of children present during today’s visit, the operator stated that only five (5) children were present. A 6th child was discovered prior to the conclusion of the visit. GS 110-91(14) 1810 Operator did not retain the safe sleep acknowledgement in the child's records as long as the child was enrolled. An enrolled child, R.D. did not have a signed acknowledgement that the safe sleep policy was given to the parents on file. 10A NCAC 09 .1724(c) 1828 The Family Child Care Home operator did not discuss the operational policies with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance. Six (6) enrolled children did not have documentation that the operational policies were discussed with the parents on file. 10A NCAC 09. 1715(b) 1919 A First Aid Information sheet, complete with required information, was not posted for quick referral by staff. A first aid information form or poster was not posted or available for quick reference. .1719(a )(14) 1922 Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three. Grocery bags and Ziploc bags used for clothing were stored in cubbies and accessible to children under the age of three. .1719(a)(18) 1948 Sleeping infants, ages 12 months and younger were not visually checked every 15 minutes. The operator did not visually check on the sleeping infant every 15 minutes as required by the rule. .1724(a)(7) COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to today’s visit, the 18-month compliance history for this FCCH 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 May 8, 2025, please send me a letter addressing each violation, how the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. 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 Capacity and supervision violations are particularly serious as these types of violations have a direct impact on the safety of the children while in your care and must be corrected immediately. Due to the nature of the violations cited during today’s visit, a follow-up visit will occur in the near future to ensure compliance has been maintained. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: FALSIFICATION: I arrived at the family child care home at 10:40am. The home is a one-story ranch style house, with an open floor plan. Upon my arrival, I observed four (4) preschool children in the living room, watching television. Three of the four children were sitting in highchairs while the fourth child was sitting on the couch. I began my walk-though of the home, beginning in the primary space, to monitor for required postings. In this space is where I observed the fifth child, an infant under the age of 12 months, sleeping in a pack and play. I completed the remainder of my indoor walk-through at 10:58am and requested safe sleep logs at that time. Ms. Richardson produced safe sleep logs for today’s date that reflected that visual checks had been completed at 10:45am, 11:00am, and 11:15am. Ms. Richardson was not in primary space during that time and therefore, could not have completed the visual checks as required. Additionally, the logs were completed for times that had not yet occurred. When I asked Ms. Richardson how she was able to complete and document the visual checks that had not yet occurred, Ms. Richardson stated that she was familiar with the sleeping infants schedule and routines. I explained that you must visually check on the sleeping infants at least every 15 minutes as required by Child Care Rule .1724 (a)(7). This means that the caregiver will physically check on the sleeping infant to ensure that the infant is breathing. Additionally, you must document these visual checks and maintain the documentation on file for a minimum of thirty (30) days. These rules are extremely important and have been established to help reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) while infants are in child care facilities. As I was completing my review of the children’s files and the enrollment records for the Family Child Care Home (FCCH), the operator informed me that she currently has six (6) preschool-age children enrolled in the program. However, she noted that only five (5) preschool-age children were present at the time of my visit. While I was reviewing the operator’s file, I observed a child walk out of a bedroom and join the other children during free choice play. This child was not one of the four (4) preschool children that I observed upon my arrival. I then asked Ms. Richardson who the child was, and Ms. Richardson stated that it was K.A, the child whom Ms. Richardson had previously stated was not present today. I reminded Ms. Richardson that I had previously asked about the number of children present and that I was told that K.A was not present today. Ms. Richardson explained that the child does not normally attend her program as she is enrolled in another program in the area. You could not provide an explanation as to why the 6th child was present. I explained to you that your license only allows you to provide care for five (5) preschool children and (3) school-aged children, including children of your own. I again asked Ms. Richardson if there were any additional children present, and Ms. Richardson stated that there were none. I explained to you that any attempt to falsify information to a representative of the Division of Child Development and Early Education, including misrepresentation or untruths, such as hiding children to meet capacity and/or enrollment requirements could result in the recommendation of an Administrative Action against your family child care home. STORAGE OF HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS: Indoor and outdoor learning environments designated for children must be free of any potential safety hazards including the covering of electrical outlets, the storage of hazardous products and plastic bags which may lead to choking and/or suffocation. HANDWASHING: Hand hygiene is the most important way to reduce the spread of infection. Deficiencies in hand washing have contributed to many outbreaks of infectious diseases among children and caregivers. Proper handwashing involves completing all the steps in the hand washing procedures before preparing, serving, or eating food, after using the bathroom, after diaper changes, and after any activity that may have exposed your hands to dirt and germs. For more information on handwashing, diapering procedures, and First Aid posters, visit healthychildcarenc.org at http://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions, please contact me at tanya.herring@dhhs.nc.gov or at 910-624-4171. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Teraesa Leak at teraesa.leak@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-971-7765. 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. 1715 · Violation

Name of Operation: NEW BEGINNINGS FAMILY CHILD CARE Facility ID: 43000509 Consultant: TANYA HERRING Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 4/24/2025 Number Present: 6 Completed Date: 4/24/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 155 Time In: 10:40 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home 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 to your family child care home (FCCH). The annual compliance monitoring checklist for FCCH was used to note requirements monitored today. Upon arrival, I was greeted by the owner/operator, M. Richardson. I was unaccompanied as I completed a general walk-through of the indoor and outdoor environments. A total of six (6) children were present during today’s visit. I observed the children participating in free choice play, completing routine care tasks, and eating lunch. I also observed the caregiver interacting in a positive and nurturing manner with the children. Today’s lunch was in compliance with the Meal Pattern requirements. LICENSE STATUS: This FCCH currently operates with a four-star rated license issued on September 27, 2017. REQUIRED DRILLS/INSPECTIONS: The last annual compliance visit was completed on May 8, 2024. The most recent documented monthly fire drill was conducted on March 6, 2025, the most recent documented quarterly lockdown/shelter-in-place drill was conducted on March 10, 2025, and the most recent documented monthly playground inspection was completed on April 4, 2025. During today’s visit, a full assessment of the child care requirements was conducted. I observed all required postings, attendance logs and safe sleep logs. I monitored program/space requirements, equipment and furnishings, capacity & supervision, storage and/or administering of medication, outdoor area & equipment, the operator’s file, and children’s records. The operator is in compliance with the required trainings, including CPR, First Aid, and SIDS. The qualification letter for Ms. Richardson was on file and available for me to review. The operator stated she does not have any pets, nor does she provide transportation. She also stated she does not have an additional caregiver. The Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers form and the Operator’s Statements of Responsibility form were completed during today’s visit. The following violations were observed and documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 102 Number of preschool children exceeded five children, including the provider's own preschool children. Six (6) preschool children ages 0-4 years old were present during today’s visit. The operator is licensed to care for five (5) preschool children. GS 110-91(7)(b) 543 Screen time was not prohibited for children under the age of three. The operator did not offer alternative activities for children under the age of three years. Three (3) children under the age of two years old were watching a children’s animated program on television during the visit. .1718(c) 706 Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care. Two (2) cans of air freshener dispensed from aerosol cans, and various cleaning agents, including Lysol wipes were stored in an unlocked closet. .1719 (a)(7) 726 Children were sleeping or napping in a room with a closed door between the child and the supervising staff. A 4-year-old child was sleeping or napping in a room with a closed door between the child and the caregiver. .1711(a)(4)(D) 806 Operator did not wash his/her hands before and after handling food and feeding the children. The operator did not wash her hands before preparing lunch. .1725(a)(7)(A) 816 Each child's hands were not washed before and after eating. Children hands were not washed before they were served lunch. .1725(a)(7)(B) 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. A health assessment for an enrolled child R. D. was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 921 Operator did not maintain accurate daily attendance records including documentation of arrival and departure for all children in care, including the operator's own preschool children. The operator did not complete the daily attendance records as children arrived during the day. .1721(e)(6) 1701 The operator made efforts to falsify information. During today’s visit, the operator submitted safe sleep charts reflecting the times of documented safe sleep checks that had not occurred. Additionally, when asked about the number of children present during today’s visit, the operator stated that only five (5) children were present. A 6th child was discovered prior to the conclusion of the visit. GS 110-91(14) 1810 Operator did not retain the safe sleep acknowledgement in the child's records as long as the child was enrolled. An enrolled child, R.D. did not have a signed acknowledgement that the safe sleep policy was given to the parents on file. 10A NCAC 09 .1724(c) 1828 The Family Child Care Home operator did not discuss the operational policies with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance. Six (6) enrolled children did not have documentation that the operational policies were discussed with the parents on file. 10A NCAC 09. 1715(b) 1919 A First Aid Information sheet, complete with required information, was not posted for quick referral by staff. A first aid information form or poster was not posted or available for quick reference. .1719(a )(14) 1922 Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three. Grocery bags and Ziploc bags used for clothing were stored in cubbies and accessible to children under the age of three. .1719(a)(18) 1948 Sleeping infants, ages 12 months and younger were not visually checked every 15 minutes. The operator did not visually check on the sleeping infant every 15 minutes as required by the rule. .1724(a)(7) COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to today’s visit, the 18-month compliance history for this FCCH 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 May 8, 2025, please send me a letter addressing each violation, how the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. 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 Capacity and supervision violations are particularly serious as these types of violations have a direct impact on the safety of the children while in your care and must be corrected immediately. Due to the nature of the violations cited during today’s visit, a follow-up visit will occur in the near future to ensure compliance has been maintained. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: FALSIFICATION: I arrived at the family child care home at 10:40am. The home is a one-story ranch style house, with an open floor plan. Upon my arrival, I observed four (4) preschool children in the living room, watching television. Three of the four children were sitting in highchairs while the fourth child was sitting on the couch. I began my walk-though of the home, beginning in the primary space, to monitor for required postings. In this space is where I observed the fifth child, an infant under the age of 12 months, sleeping in a pack and play. I completed the remainder of my indoor walk-through at 10:58am and requested safe sleep logs at that time. Ms. Richardson produced safe sleep logs for today’s date that reflected that visual checks had been completed at 10:45am, 11:00am, and 11:15am. Ms. Richardson was not in primary space during that time and therefore, could not have completed the visual checks as required. Additionally, the logs were completed for times that had not yet occurred. When I asked Ms. Richardson how she was able to complete and document the visual checks that had not yet occurred, Ms. Richardson stated that she was familiar with the sleeping infants schedule and routines. I explained that you must visually check on the sleeping infants at least every 15 minutes as required by Child Care Rule .1724 (a)(7). This means that the caregiver will physically check on the sleeping infant to ensure that the infant is breathing. Additionally, you must document these visual checks and maintain the documentation on file for a minimum of thirty (30) days. These rules are extremely important and have been established to help reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) while infants are in child care facilities. As I was completing my review of the children’s files and the enrollment records for the Family Child Care Home (FCCH), the operator informed me that she currently has six (6) preschool-age children enrolled in the program. However, she noted that only five (5) preschool-age children were present at the time of my visit. While I was reviewing the operator’s file, I observed a child walk out of a bedroom and join the other children during free choice play. This child was not one of the four (4) preschool children that I observed upon my arrival. I then asked Ms. Richardson who the child was, and Ms. Richardson stated that it was K.A, the child whom Ms. Richardson had previously stated was not present today. I reminded Ms. Richardson that I had previously asked about the number of children present and that I was told that K.A was not present today. Ms. Richardson explained that the child does not normally attend her program as she is enrolled in another program in the area. You could not provide an explanation as to why the 6th child was present. I explained to you that your license only allows you to provide care for five (5) preschool children and (3) school-aged children, including children of your own. I again asked Ms. Richardson if there were any additional children present, and Ms. Richardson stated that there were none. I explained to you that any attempt to falsify information to a representative of the Division of Child Development and Early Education, including misrepresentation or untruths, such as hiding children to meet capacity and/or enrollment requirements could result in the recommendation of an Administrative Action against your family child care home. STORAGE OF HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS: Indoor and outdoor learning environments designated for children must be free of any potential safety hazards including the covering of electrical outlets, the storage of hazardous products and plastic bags which may lead to choking and/or suffocation. HANDWASHING: Hand hygiene is the most important way to reduce the spread of infection. Deficiencies in hand washing have contributed to many outbreaks of infectious diseases among children and caregivers. Proper handwashing involves completing all the steps in the hand washing procedures before preparing, serving, or eating food, after using the bathroom, after diaper changes, and after any activity that may have exposed your hands to dirt and germs. For more information on handwashing, diapering procedures, and First Aid posters, visit healthychildcarenc.org at http://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions, please contact me at tanya.herring@dhhs.nc.gov or at 910-624-4171. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Teraesa Leak at teraesa.leak@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-971-7765. 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 09.1721 · Violation

Name of Operation: NEW BEGINNINGS FAMILY CHILD CARE Facility ID: 43000509 Consultant: TANYA HERRING Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 4/24/2025 Number Present: 6 Completed Date: 4/24/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 155 Time In: 10:40 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home 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 to your family child care home (FCCH). The annual compliance monitoring checklist for FCCH was used to note requirements monitored today. Upon arrival, I was greeted by the owner/operator, M. Richardson. I was unaccompanied as I completed a general walk-through of the indoor and outdoor environments. A total of six (6) children were present during today’s visit. I observed the children participating in free choice play, completing routine care tasks, and eating lunch. I also observed the caregiver interacting in a positive and nurturing manner with the children. Today’s lunch was in compliance with the Meal Pattern requirements. LICENSE STATUS: This FCCH currently operates with a four-star rated license issued on September 27, 2017. REQUIRED DRILLS/INSPECTIONS: The last annual compliance visit was completed on May 8, 2024. The most recent documented monthly fire drill was conducted on March 6, 2025, the most recent documented quarterly lockdown/shelter-in-place drill was conducted on March 10, 2025, and the most recent documented monthly playground inspection was completed on April 4, 2025. During today’s visit, a full assessment of the child care requirements was conducted. I observed all required postings, attendance logs and safe sleep logs. I monitored program/space requirements, equipment and furnishings, capacity & supervision, storage and/or administering of medication, outdoor area & equipment, the operator’s file, and children’s records. The operator is in compliance with the required trainings, including CPR, First Aid, and SIDS. The qualification letter for Ms. Richardson was on file and available for me to review. The operator stated she does not have any pets, nor does she provide transportation. She also stated she does not have an additional caregiver. The Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers form and the Operator’s Statements of Responsibility form were completed during today’s visit. The following violations were observed and documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 102 Number of preschool children exceeded five children, including the provider's own preschool children. Six (6) preschool children ages 0-4 years old were present during today’s visit. The operator is licensed to care for five (5) preschool children. GS 110-91(7)(b) 543 Screen time was not prohibited for children under the age of three. The operator did not offer alternative activities for children under the age of three years. Three (3) children under the age of two years old were watching a children’s animated program on television during the visit. .1718(c) 706 Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care. Two (2) cans of air freshener dispensed from aerosol cans, and various cleaning agents, including Lysol wipes were stored in an unlocked closet. .1719 (a)(7) 726 Children were sleeping or napping in a room with a closed door between the child and the supervising staff. A 4-year-old child was sleeping or napping in a room with a closed door between the child and the caregiver. .1711(a)(4)(D) 806 Operator did not wash his/her hands before and after handling food and feeding the children. The operator did not wash her hands before preparing lunch. .1725(a)(7)(A) 816 Each child's hands were not washed before and after eating. Children hands were not washed before they were served lunch. .1725(a)(7)(B) 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. A health assessment for an enrolled child R. D. was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 921 Operator did not maintain accurate daily attendance records including documentation of arrival and departure for all children in care, including the operator's own preschool children. The operator did not complete the daily attendance records as children arrived during the day. .1721(e)(6) 1701 The operator made efforts to falsify information. During today’s visit, the operator submitted safe sleep charts reflecting the times of documented safe sleep checks that had not occurred. Additionally, when asked about the number of children present during today’s visit, the operator stated that only five (5) children were present. A 6th child was discovered prior to the conclusion of the visit. GS 110-91(14) 1810 Operator did not retain the safe sleep acknowledgement in the child's records as long as the child was enrolled. An enrolled child, R.D. did not have a signed acknowledgement that the safe sleep policy was given to the parents on file. 10A NCAC 09 .1724(c) 1828 The Family Child Care Home operator did not discuss the operational policies with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance. Six (6) enrolled children did not have documentation that the operational policies were discussed with the parents on file. 10A NCAC 09. 1715(b) 1919 A First Aid Information sheet, complete with required information, was not posted for quick referral by staff. A first aid information form or poster was not posted or available for quick reference. .1719(a )(14) 1922 Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three. Grocery bags and Ziploc bags used for clothing were stored in cubbies and accessible to children under the age of three. .1719(a)(18) 1948 Sleeping infants, ages 12 months and younger were not visually checked every 15 minutes. The operator did not visually check on the sleeping infant every 15 minutes as required by the rule. .1724(a)(7) COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to today’s visit, the 18-month compliance history for this FCCH 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 May 8, 2025, please send me a letter addressing each violation, how the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. 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 Capacity and supervision violations are particularly serious as these types of violations have a direct impact on the safety of the children while in your care and must be corrected immediately. Due to the nature of the violations cited during today’s visit, a follow-up visit will occur in the near future to ensure compliance has been maintained. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: FALSIFICATION: I arrived at the family child care home at 10:40am. The home is a one-story ranch style house, with an open floor plan. Upon my arrival, I observed four (4) preschool children in the living room, watching television. Three of the four children were sitting in highchairs while the fourth child was sitting on the couch. I began my walk-though of the home, beginning in the primary space, to monitor for required postings. In this space is where I observed the fifth child, an infant under the age of 12 months, sleeping in a pack and play. I completed the remainder of my indoor walk-through at 10:58am and requested safe sleep logs at that time. Ms. Richardson produced safe sleep logs for today’s date that reflected that visual checks had been completed at 10:45am, 11:00am, and 11:15am. Ms. Richardson was not in primary space during that time and therefore, could not have completed the visual checks as required. Additionally, the logs were completed for times that had not yet occurred. When I asked Ms. Richardson how she was able to complete and document the visual checks that had not yet occurred, Ms. Richardson stated that she was familiar with the sleeping infants schedule and routines. I explained that you must visually check on the sleeping infants at least every 15 minutes as required by Child Care Rule .1724 (a)(7). This means that the caregiver will physically check on the sleeping infant to ensure that the infant is breathing. Additionally, you must document these visual checks and maintain the documentation on file for a minimum of thirty (30) days. These rules are extremely important and have been established to help reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) while infants are in child care facilities. As I was completing my review of the children’s files and the enrollment records for the Family Child Care Home (FCCH), the operator informed me that she currently has six (6) preschool-age children enrolled in the program. However, she noted that only five (5) preschool-age children were present at the time of my visit. While I was reviewing the operator’s file, I observed a child walk out of a bedroom and join the other children during free choice play. This child was not one of the four (4) preschool children that I observed upon my arrival. I then asked Ms. Richardson who the child was, and Ms. Richardson stated that it was K.A, the child whom Ms. Richardson had previously stated was not present today. I reminded Ms. Richardson that I had previously asked about the number of children present and that I was told that K.A was not present today. Ms. Richardson explained that the child does not normally attend her program as she is enrolled in another program in the area. You could not provide an explanation as to why the 6th child was present. I explained to you that your license only allows you to provide care for five (5) preschool children and (3) school-aged children, including children of your own. I again asked Ms. Richardson if there were any additional children present, and Ms. Richardson stated that there were none. I explained to you that any attempt to falsify information to a representative of the Division of Child Development and Early Education, including misrepresentation or untruths, such as hiding children to meet capacity and/or enrollment requirements could result in the recommendation of an Administrative Action against your family child care home. STORAGE OF HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS: Indoor and outdoor learning environments designated for children must be free of any potential safety hazards including the covering of electrical outlets, the storage of hazardous products and plastic bags which may lead to choking and/or suffocation. HANDWASHING: Hand hygiene is the most important way to reduce the spread of infection. Deficiencies in hand washing have contributed to many outbreaks of infectious diseases among children and caregivers. Proper handwashing involves completing all the steps in the hand washing procedures before preparing, serving, or eating food, after using the bathroom, after diaper changes, and after any activity that may have exposed your hands to dirt and germs. For more information on handwashing, diapering procedures, and First Aid posters, visit healthychildcarenc.org at http://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions, please contact me at tanya.herring@dhhs.nc.gov or at 910-624-4171. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Teraesa Leak at teraesa.leak@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-971-7765. 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

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: NEW BEGINNINGS FAMILY CHILD CARE Facility ID: 43000509 Consultant: TANYA HERRING Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 4/24/2025 Number Present: 6 Completed Date: 4/24/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 155 Time In: 10:40 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home 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 to your family child care home (FCCH). The annual compliance monitoring checklist for FCCH was used to note requirements monitored today. Upon arrival, I was greeted by the owner/operator, M. Richardson. I was unaccompanied as I completed a general walk-through of the indoor and outdoor environments. A total of six (6) children were present during today’s visit. I observed the children participating in free choice play, completing routine care tasks, and eating lunch. I also observed the caregiver interacting in a positive and nurturing manner with the children. Today’s lunch was in compliance with the Meal Pattern requirements. LICENSE STATUS: This FCCH currently operates with a four-star rated license issued on September 27, 2017. REQUIRED DRILLS/INSPECTIONS: The last annual compliance visit was completed on May 8, 2024. The most recent documented monthly fire drill was conducted on March 6, 2025, the most recent documented quarterly lockdown/shelter-in-place drill was conducted on March 10, 2025, and the most recent documented monthly playground inspection was completed on April 4, 2025. During today’s visit, a full assessment of the child care requirements was conducted. I observed all required postings, attendance logs and safe sleep logs. I monitored program/space requirements, equipment and furnishings, capacity & supervision, storage and/or administering of medication, outdoor area & equipment, the operator’s file, and children’s records. The operator is in compliance with the required trainings, including CPR, First Aid, and SIDS. The qualification letter for Ms. Richardson was on file and available for me to review. The operator stated she does not have any pets, nor does she provide transportation. She also stated she does not have an additional caregiver. The Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers form and the Operator’s Statements of Responsibility form were completed during today’s visit. The following violations were observed and documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 102 Number of preschool children exceeded five children, including the provider's own preschool children. Six (6) preschool children ages 0-4 years old were present during today’s visit. The operator is licensed to care for five (5) preschool children. GS 110-91(7)(b) 543 Screen time was not prohibited for children under the age of three. The operator did not offer alternative activities for children under the age of three years. Three (3) children under the age of two years old were watching a children’s animated program on television during the visit. .1718(c) 706 Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care. Two (2) cans of air freshener dispensed from aerosol cans, and various cleaning agents, including Lysol wipes were stored in an unlocked closet. .1719 (a)(7) 726 Children were sleeping or napping in a room with a closed door between the child and the supervising staff. A 4-year-old child was sleeping or napping in a room with a closed door between the child and the caregiver. .1711(a)(4)(D) 806 Operator did not wash his/her hands before and after handling food and feeding the children. The operator did not wash her hands before preparing lunch. .1725(a)(7)(A) 816 Each child's hands were not washed before and after eating. Children hands were not washed before they were served lunch. .1725(a)(7)(B) 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. A health assessment for an enrolled child R. D. was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 921 Operator did not maintain accurate daily attendance records including documentation of arrival and departure for all children in care, including the operator's own preschool children. The operator did not complete the daily attendance records as children arrived during the day. .1721(e)(6) 1701 The operator made efforts to falsify information. During today’s visit, the operator submitted safe sleep charts reflecting the times of documented safe sleep checks that had not occurred. Additionally, when asked about the number of children present during today’s visit, the operator stated that only five (5) children were present. A 6th child was discovered prior to the conclusion of the visit. GS 110-91(14) 1810 Operator did not retain the safe sleep acknowledgement in the child's records as long as the child was enrolled. An enrolled child, R.D. did not have a signed acknowledgement that the safe sleep policy was given to the parents on file. 10A NCAC 09 .1724(c) 1828 The Family Child Care Home operator did not discuss the operational policies with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance. Six (6) enrolled children did not have documentation that the operational policies were discussed with the parents on file. 10A NCAC 09. 1715(b) 1919 A First Aid Information sheet, complete with required information, was not posted for quick referral by staff. A first aid information form or poster was not posted or available for quick reference. .1719(a )(14) 1922 Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three. Grocery bags and Ziploc bags used for clothing were stored in cubbies and accessible to children under the age of three. .1719(a)(18) 1948 Sleeping infants, ages 12 months and younger were not visually checked every 15 minutes. The operator did not visually check on the sleeping infant every 15 minutes as required by the rule. .1724(a)(7) COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to today’s visit, the 18-month compliance history for this FCCH 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 May 8, 2025, please send me a letter addressing each violation, how the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. 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 Capacity and supervision violations are particularly serious as these types of violations have a direct impact on the safety of the children while in your care and must be corrected immediately. Due to the nature of the violations cited during today’s visit, a follow-up visit will occur in the near future to ensure compliance has been maintained. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: FALSIFICATION: I arrived at the family child care home at 10:40am. The home is a one-story ranch style house, with an open floor plan. Upon my arrival, I observed four (4) preschool children in the living room, watching television. Three of the four children were sitting in highchairs while the fourth child was sitting on the couch. I began my walk-though of the home, beginning in the primary space, to monitor for required postings. In this space is where I observed the fifth child, an infant under the age of 12 months, sleeping in a pack and play. I completed the remainder of my indoor walk-through at 10:58am and requested safe sleep logs at that time. Ms. Richardson produced safe sleep logs for today’s date that reflected that visual checks had been completed at 10:45am, 11:00am, and 11:15am. Ms. Richardson was not in primary space during that time and therefore, could not have completed the visual checks as required. Additionally, the logs were completed for times that had not yet occurred. When I asked Ms. Richardson how she was able to complete and document the visual checks that had not yet occurred, Ms. Richardson stated that she was familiar with the sleeping infants schedule and routines. I explained that you must visually check on the sleeping infants at least every 15 minutes as required by Child Care Rule .1724 (a)(7). This means that the caregiver will physically check on the sleeping infant to ensure that the infant is breathing. Additionally, you must document these visual checks and maintain the documentation on file for a minimum of thirty (30) days. These rules are extremely important and have been established to help reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) while infants are in child care facilities. As I was completing my review of the children’s files and the enrollment records for the Family Child Care Home (FCCH), the operator informed me that she currently has six (6) preschool-age children enrolled in the program. However, she noted that only five (5) preschool-age children were present at the time of my visit. While I was reviewing the operator’s file, I observed a child walk out of a bedroom and join the other children during free choice play. This child was not one of the four (4) preschool children that I observed upon my arrival. I then asked Ms. Richardson who the child was, and Ms. Richardson stated that it was K.A, the child whom Ms. Richardson had previously stated was not present today. I reminded Ms. Richardson that I had previously asked about the number of children present and that I was told that K.A was not present today. Ms. Richardson explained that the child does not normally attend her program as she is enrolled in another program in the area. You could not provide an explanation as to why the 6th child was present. I explained to you that your license only allows you to provide care for five (5) preschool children and (3) school-aged children, including children of your own. I again asked Ms. Richardson if there were any additional children present, and Ms. Richardson stated that there were none. I explained to you that any attempt to falsify information to a representative of the Division of Child Development and Early Education, including misrepresentation or untruths, such as hiding children to meet capacity and/or enrollment requirements could result in the recommendation of an Administrative Action against your family child care home. STORAGE OF HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS: Indoor and outdoor learning environments designated for children must be free of any potential safety hazards including the covering of electrical outlets, the storage of hazardous products and plastic bags which may lead to choking and/or suffocation. HANDWASHING: Hand hygiene is the most important way to reduce the spread of infection. Deficiencies in hand washing have contributed to many outbreaks of infectious diseases among children and caregivers. Proper handwashing involves completing all the steps in the hand washing procedures before preparing, serving, or eating food, after using the bathroom, after diaper changes, and after any activity that may have exposed your hands to dirt and germs. For more information on handwashing, diapering procedures, and First Aid posters, visit healthychildcarenc.org at http://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions, please contact me at tanya.herring@dhhs.nc.gov or at 910-624-4171. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Teraesa Leak at teraesa.leak@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-971-7765. 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 .1720 · Violation

Name of Operation: NEW BEGINNINGS FAMILY CHILD CARE Facility ID: 43000509 Consultant: TANYA HERRING Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 10/29/2024 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 10/29/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 86 Time In: 12:19 PM Time Out: 01:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements during a routine unannounced visit to your family child care home (FCCH). Upon my arrival, I was greeted by the owner/operator, M. Richardson. I was unaccompanied as I completed a general walk-through of the indoor and outdoor environments. A total of four (4) children were present during today’s visit. I observed the children having lunch and the caregiver engaging in positive and nurturing interactions with the children while they were eating. Today’s lunch was in compliance with the Meal Pattern requirements. LICENSE STATUS: This FCCH currently operates with a four-star rated license issued on September 27, 2017. REQUIRED DRILLS/INSPECTIONS: The last annual compliance visit was completed on May 8, 2024. The last documented monthly fire drill was conducted on October 4, 2024, the last documented quarterly lockdown/shelter-in-place drill was conducted on September 3, 2024, and the last documented monthly playground inspection was completed on October 4, 2024. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of the child care requirements was conducted. I monitored all required postings, storage of medication and hazardous products, attendance logs, and safe sleep logs, toys, and materials. Ms. Richardson is in compliance with the required training including CPR, First Aid, and SIDS. The qualification letter for Ms. Richardson was in compliance. The operator stated she does not have any pets, nor does she provide transportation. She also stated she does not have an additional caregiver. The Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers form was completed. The following violations were observed and documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 706 Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care. Under the sink in the kitchen where children are served meals, I observed bulk dish detergent, aerosol cans of Lysol, Microban, and air freshener, floor cleaner, and Clorox wipes. .1719 (a)(7) 903 When medication is administered, authorization for the operator to administer the specific medication according to the parent's or health care professional's instructions was not on file and available. One child was missing an authorization form to administer topical ointment. 10A NCAC 09 .1720(c)(1&2) & .1721(a)(4) 929 Developmentally appropriate activities for the ages of children in care, were not provided as planned on the written schedule and activity plan. The operator did not have a current activity plan. G.S.110-91(12) & .1718(a)(6) 1821 Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of 30 days. The caregiver did not document visual checks on the sleeping infant aged 12 months or younger and documents were not maintained for a minimum of 30 days. .1724(a)(8)&(f) 1922 Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three. A plastic trash bag containing extra toys was accessible to children under the age of three. .1719(a)(18) 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 November 12, 2024, send me a letter addressing each violation, how the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. 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, the safe sleep logs were not completed and maintained on file as required in the child cares rules. These rules are extremely important and have been established to help reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) while infants are in child care facilities. Caregivers must check on sleeping infants at least every 15 minutes as required by Child Care Rule .1724 (a)(7). STORAGE OF HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS: All products 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. Plastic bags must be inaccessible to children under the age of 3 years old. Products are considered inaccessible to children when stored at a minimum vertical distance of five feet above the floor. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions, please contact me at tanya.herring@dhhs.nc.gov or at 910-624-4171. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Teraesa Leak at teraesa.leak@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-971-7765. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

G.S.110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: NEW BEGINNINGS FAMILY CHILD CARE Facility ID: 43000509 Consultant: TANYA HERRING Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 10/29/2024 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 10/29/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 86 Time In: 12:19 PM Time Out: 01:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements during a routine unannounced visit to your family child care home (FCCH). Upon my arrival, I was greeted by the owner/operator, M. Richardson. I was unaccompanied as I completed a general walk-through of the indoor and outdoor environments. A total of four (4) children were present during today’s visit. I observed the children having lunch and the caregiver engaging in positive and nurturing interactions with the children while they were eating. Today’s lunch was in compliance with the Meal Pattern requirements. LICENSE STATUS: This FCCH currently operates with a four-star rated license issued on September 27, 2017. REQUIRED DRILLS/INSPECTIONS: The last annual compliance visit was completed on May 8, 2024. The last documented monthly fire drill was conducted on October 4, 2024, the last documented quarterly lockdown/shelter-in-place drill was conducted on September 3, 2024, and the last documented monthly playground inspection was completed on October 4, 2024. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of the child care requirements was conducted. I monitored all required postings, storage of medication and hazardous products, attendance logs, and safe sleep logs, toys, and materials. Ms. Richardson is in compliance with the required training including CPR, First Aid, and SIDS. The qualification letter for Ms. Richardson was in compliance. The operator stated she does not have any pets, nor does she provide transportation. She also stated she does not have an additional caregiver. The Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers form was completed. The following violations were observed and documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 706 Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care. Under the sink in the kitchen where children are served meals, I observed bulk dish detergent, aerosol cans of Lysol, Microban, and air freshener, floor cleaner, and Clorox wipes. .1719 (a)(7) 903 When medication is administered, authorization for the operator to administer the specific medication according to the parent's or health care professional's instructions was not on file and available. One child was missing an authorization form to administer topical ointment. 10A NCAC 09 .1720(c)(1&2) & .1721(a)(4) 929 Developmentally appropriate activities for the ages of children in care, were not provided as planned on the written schedule and activity plan. The operator did not have a current activity plan. G.S.110-91(12) & .1718(a)(6) 1821 Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of 30 days. The caregiver did not document visual checks on the sleeping infant aged 12 months or younger and documents were not maintained for a minimum of 30 days. .1724(a)(8)&(f) 1922 Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three. A plastic trash bag containing extra toys was accessible to children under the age of three. .1719(a)(18) 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 November 12, 2024, send me a letter addressing each violation, how the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. 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, the safe sleep logs were not completed and maintained on file as required in the child cares rules. These rules are extremely important and have been established to help reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) while infants are in child care facilities. Caregivers must check on sleeping infants at least every 15 minutes as required by Child Care Rule .1724 (a)(7). STORAGE OF HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS: All products 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. Plastic bags must be inaccessible to children under the age of 3 years old. Products are considered inaccessible to children when stored at a minimum vertical distance of five feet above the floor. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions, please contact me at tanya.herring@dhhs.nc.gov or at 910-624-4171. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Teraesa Leak at teraesa.leak@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-971-7765. 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