Wages Bryan Sutton Child Development Center

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: WAGES BRYAN SUTTON CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 96000311 Consultant: TAMEKA JOHNSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/6/2024 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 8/6/2024 Age: From 1 To 3 Total Minutes: 90 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 11:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during your routine unannounced visit. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by the center lead, K. Baker. S. Miller arrived a short time later. I was accompanied by Ms. Baker as we completed a general walk through of the indoor environment, which consisted of eight (8) classrooms, a kitchen, and the outdoor environment. The children were observed during breakfast, circle time, free choice activities, and completing routine care tasks. Today’s meal was in compliance with the Meal Patterns. LICENSE STATUS: Currently this center operates with a five-star license issued June 27, 2023. ANNUAL INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was completed on April 18, 2024, and received a 'Superior' classification with 6 demerits. The last fire inspection was conducted on August 22, 2023. The last documented fire drill was conducted on January 18, 2024. The last documented outdoor play inspection was conducted on July 3, 2024. The last documented lock down/shelter in place drill was conducted on July 31, 2024. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted. The monitoring included: supervision of children, staff/child ratio, storage of hazardous substances, storage of medicine, adequate/ approved space, posted license, license restrictions, attendance logs and program records. The following violations were observed, documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current activity plan was not completed in Classroom A. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 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. Plastic bags were accessible in two classroom with children under three years of age. .0604(q) The violations cited during today’s visit were corrected therefore, a compliance letter is not needed. Prior to today’s visit, the 18-month compliance history for this facility was 94%. Technical Assistance/ Consultation: During today’s visit, I observed plastic bags accessible to children in two classrooms with children under three years of age. As a reminder, plastic bag materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed cannot be accessible. Your fire inspection will expire on August 22, 2024. Please contact your local fire inspector within 30 days of the due date to request an inspection be completed. Submit your fire inspection to me within seven days of receiving the report. Please continue to visit the DCDEE website for the latest information and updates. If I can be of any assistance, I can be reached at 252-326-1867 or by email tameka.b.johnson@dhhs.nc.gov 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 .1801 · Violation

Name of Operation: WAGES BRYAN SUTTON CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 96000311 Consultant: TAMEKA JOHNSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0324-232L Visit Date: 3/20/2024 Number Present: 0 Completed Date: 3/28/2024 Age: From 0 To 0 Total Minutes: 45 Time In: 08:30 AM Time Out: 09:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to investigate a complaint received by the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) on March 18, 2024. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by the lead teacher K. Baker. Ms. Baker stated that the director, S. Miller, was on her way. Ms. Miller arrived a short time later. Limited monitoring of the child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. The license was posted. I was accompanied by Ms. Miller as I completed a general walk-through of the indoor and outdoor environment. Children have not yet arrived at the time of the visit. During today’s visit, I discussed the allegations with the director and one additional caregiver. They were both given the opportunity to share their perspective regarding the information surrounding the allegations. *Allegations: There is a concern that children were not adequately supervised, and an injury occurred. On March 13, 2024, a three year old child had a forehead injury that happened on the playground designated for preschool children. The caregiver stated that the child walked up to her with his hand covering his forehead. The caregiver stated that she did not see the injury occur. Ms. Miller stated that there were three classrooms on the playground totaling twenty eight (28) children. Typically, there are two classrooms scheduled to play on the playground for preschool children. During the timeframe when the child walked up to the caregiver, she had a total of 9 children present on the playground. Two of the children were inside the classroom with the other caregiver. During my review of the video footage for the morning of the date in question, I observed six caregivers on the playground designated for preschool aged children. I observed the caregivers interacting with the children and moving around the playground. Around 11:10 am, all the classes except one exit the playground. One teacher is observed sitting at the table facing the play structures interacting with four (4) children. The teacher is observed counting how many children she has outside from the table. Some children are on the porch which has a video blind spot. After reviewing the footage, I did not observe the injury of the child. Based on my observations and statements made by the staff, the allegation that children were not adequately supervised is SUBSTANTIATED. The following violations were cited during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. On March 13, 2024, a child was not adequately supervised while on the playground and an injury occurred. .1801(a)(1-5) Failure to comply with the Child Care Requirements puts children’s health and safety at risk. As a result of the supervision violation, a return visit will be made within two (2) weeks to ensure that compliance has been maintained. In addition to a return visit, in order to comply with the NC Laws and Rules, a compliance letter must be submitted to me by April 11, 2024. The compliance letter must address each violation, explain how it has been corrected, and how it will be maintained in the future. If the compliance letter is not received by the date listed a return visit will be made to the child care center. Please send this to tameka.b.johnson@dhhs.nc.gov and include the following: Facility name Facility ID number Each item number Technical assistance/ Consultation: Please review child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .1801(a) (1-5) regarding supervision. Having more than one classroom outside at a time can cause a challenge when supervising children. A caregiver left alone to care for children should be up an actively supervising. Active supervision requires focused attention and intentional observation of children at all times. Caregivers position themselves so that they can observe all of the children: watching, counting, and listening at all times. They also use their knowledge of each child’s development to anticipate what they will do, then get involved and redirect when necessary. Children should never be left unattended. Caregivers should continuously scan the entire environment to know where everyone is and what they are doing. Specific sounds or the absence of sound may signify a reason for concern. By listening closely to children, you can immediately identify signs of potential danger. Assist in creating positive play experiences by being proactive, watching for environment or equipment risks, and responding to unsafe play behaviors and unsafe equipment use. Thank you for your time today. Please contact me at tameka.b.johnson@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 252-326-1867 with any questions or If I can provide additional assistance. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: WAGES BRYAN SUTTON CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 96000311 Consultant: TAMEKA JOHNSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/6/2024 Number Present: 75 Completed Date: 2/6/2024 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 95 Time In: 09:40 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during your annual compliance visit. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by M. Walker, Family Social Worker for the center. S. Miller arrived a short time later. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored today. I was accompanied by Ms. Miller as we completed a general walk through of the indoor environment, which consisted of eight (8) classrooms, kitchen, and the outdoor environment. The children were observed during breakfast, circle time, free choice activities, and completing routine care tasks. Today’s meal was in compliance with the Meal Patterns. LICENSE STATUS: Currently this center operates with a five-star license issued June 27, 2023. ANNUAL INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was completed on September 27, 2023, and received a 'Superior' classification with 8 demerits. The last fire inspection was conducted on August 22, 2023. The last documented fire drill was conducted on January 18, 2024. The last documented outdoor play inspection was conducted on January 10, 2024. The last documented lock down/shelter in place drill was conducted on January 30, 2024. During today’s visit, a full assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted. I observed all required postings and attendance logs. I reviewed a sample of children’s records, staff files and all applicable program records. The following violations were observed, documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. An outlet cover was missing from an outlet in one classroom. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A bottle of liquid white out was stored in an unlocked cabinet. .2820(b) The violations cited during today’s visit were corrected therefore, a compliance letter is not needed. Prior to today’s visit, the 18-month compliance history for this facility was 97%. Technical Assistance/ Consultation: During today’s visit I observed one bottle of liquid white out stored in a cabinet that was not locked. The warning label states highly flammable liquid vapor and may be fatal if swallowed. The liquid white out should be stored in a locked cabinet. Ms. Stephanie brought the bottle of white out to the office and stated that she would order the white out tape. As a reminder, read warning labels to ensure that you maintain compliance at all times. Please continue to visit the DCDEE website for the latest information and updates. If I can be of any assistance, I can be reached at 252-326-1867 or by email tameka.b.johnson@dhhs.nc.gov. 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