Tori Tots And Friends

10A NCAC 09 .1102 · Violation

Name of Operation: TORI TOTS AND FRIENDS Facility ID: 45000280 Consultant: DAWN MCCRARY Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 11/25/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 11/25/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 100 Time In: 09:20 AM Time Out: 11:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computer generated visit summary report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator and signed by me, Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator, during the visit. Bridget Owen, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me during today’s visit. A signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Today, Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator, was available to answer questions and provide information. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. This facility operates with a four (4) star child care license issued 9/16/19. The facility earned three (3) points for staff education; seven (7) points for program standards and one (1) quality point. The restrictions are: First and Second Shift; Maximum of 5 preschool children at any time; Children in care on ground level only; No more than two infants under 1 year of age. Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator, was available to answer questions. Ms. Fox is not required, as sole proprietorship, to be registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State. The facility’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-six (96) percentage as of 11/24/25. Upon arrival, We introduced our presence to Ms. Fox. Five (5) children were present. The children were interacting with Ms. Fox while having free play in the indoor play area. The outdoor area offers space for vigorous play, climbing, sand and water, dramatic play and a shaded area. The indoor space has adequate materials for hands-on, interesting play to meet all developmental domains. The children’s files were monitored for child care requirements. Ms. Fox’s file was monitored for child care requirements. The environment indoors and outdoors was safe, in good condition and sanitary. The lunch served today was corn dogs, potatoes, green beans, bananas and milk. All interactions were positive and nurturing. Supervision was adequate. There are no new child care providers at this facility. The Operator’s and any other residents of the home’s CBC qualifying letters were on file and valid. Ms. Fox has valid ITS-SIDS training and CPR and FA training. The last annual compliance visit was: 12/12/24. The last fire drill was practiced on 11/13/25. The smoke detectors are in good operating order. The last lockdown and shelter-in-place drill was practiced 10/13/25. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and is current. The last outdoor safety checklist was completed: 11/13/25. The facility’s approved curriculum is Creative Curriculum. The FCCH and Centers Located in A Residence Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers form was completed and signed by Ms. Fox, Owner/Operator, during the visit. The FCCH and Centers Located in a Residence Operator’s Statements of Responsibility document was completed during the visit. The over the counter medication on site was monitored for child care requirements. The required lead in water, lead paint and asbestos testing has been completed for this program with no hazards detected. The program does provide transportation. The expiration date of the inspection for the vehicle is 8/30/26. The expiration date of insurance for the vehicle is 2/23/26. Ms. Fox requested to increase her FCCH’s capacity to meet Session Law 2025-36. The new capacity options in statute provide three options for family child care home operators to provide care for one of the following groups of children, including the operator's own preschool-age children and excluding the operator's own school-age children up to 13 years of age: • A maximum of eight children, with no more than five children who are from birth to 5 years of age, plus three school-age children. • A maximum of three children from birth to 24 months of age, plus three children from 2 to 5 years of age and three school-age children up to 13 years of age, for a total of nine children. • A maximum of 10 children if all children are older than 24 months of age. As children “age up”, the operator will need to be sure they limit the number of infants and one-year olds to no more than three. Once all children turn age two, the FCCH operator can transition to capacity option three; ten children ages two and above. If there are no restrictions from zoning or HOA, a capacity of ten should be noted with an age range of 0-12. This will allow FCCH Operators flexibility in which capacity option they meet as the ages of children they serve, and days of the week children attend, may vary. An approved zoning letter was provided during today’s visit. Per Session Law 2025-36, Ms. Fox’s FCCH was monitored for, and meets the following requirements to increase capacity: 1. All children are cared for on ground level of exit discharge. 2. At least one five point 2-A; 10-B:C type extinguisher for every 2500 square feet of floor area. At least one fire extinguisher within forty feet travel distance from each room and area used by children. The fire extinguisher is located on the wall beside the kitchen. 3. An Emergency Preparedness Plan with the criteria for the plan, practice drills, and ongoing review of the plan was on-site. The EPR plan was updated 8/4/25. 4. Electrically operated carbon monoxide detectors in all rooms where children sleep and receive care. Carbon monoxide detectors were verified in the bathroom, in the main learning and sleeping area, in the kitchen, in the room used for summer, school-age care, and in the room used for shelter-in-place and occasional screen time. 5. Electrically operated smoke alarm in all rooms where children sleep and in adjacent areas used by children. Based on today’s monitoring, and the required documentation received, a new permit with the capacity increase will be issued. Ms. Fox stated that she will not increase capacity until the new permit is received. I used the Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, and Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09). Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ QRIS discussion A Technical Assistance (TA) visit will be conducted in Spring 2026. Ms. Fox stated she believes she is interested in pathway 2. The following violations were documented during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1847 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The ABCMS system was monitored and verified that a facility roster has not been completed in ABCMS for this facility. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) Technical assistance provided as follows 1847-A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The ABCMS system was monitored and verified that a facility roster has not been completed in ABCMS for this facility. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-6401 and someone will assist you. Providers needing assistance with the Provider Portal can utilize the ABCMS Provider Portal Technical Assistance document to associate staff or household members, make payments, and create rosters. Achieving Compliance: Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month comptafliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Signed statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 12/9/2025. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: dawn.mccrary@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Dawn McCrary PO Box 397 Penrose, NC 28766. Please call me at 828-556-3088, or email dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation provided as follows Plan to have a new nasal spray provided for O.F. as the expiration date is faded due to leakage. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify me, may result in a violation of child care requirements. As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.556.3088, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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 .1703 · Violation

Name of Operation: TORI TOTS AND FRIENDS Facility ID: 45000280 Consultant: DAWN MCCRARY Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 11/25/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 11/25/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 100 Time In: 09:20 AM Time Out: 11:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computer generated visit summary report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator and signed by me, Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator, during the visit. Bridget Owen, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me during today’s visit. A signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Today, Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator, was available to answer questions and provide information. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. This facility operates with a four (4) star child care license issued 9/16/19. The facility earned three (3) points for staff education; seven (7) points for program standards and one (1) quality point. The restrictions are: First and Second Shift; Maximum of 5 preschool children at any time; Children in care on ground level only; No more than two infants under 1 year of age. Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator, was available to answer questions. Ms. Fox is not required, as sole proprietorship, to be registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State. The facility’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-six (96) percentage as of 11/24/25. Upon arrival, We introduced our presence to Ms. Fox. Five (5) children were present. The children were interacting with Ms. Fox while having free play in the indoor play area. The outdoor area offers space for vigorous play, climbing, sand and water, dramatic play and a shaded area. The indoor space has adequate materials for hands-on, interesting play to meet all developmental domains. The children’s files were monitored for child care requirements. Ms. Fox’s file was monitored for child care requirements. The environment indoors and outdoors was safe, in good condition and sanitary. The lunch served today was corn dogs, potatoes, green beans, bananas and milk. All interactions were positive and nurturing. Supervision was adequate. There are no new child care providers at this facility. The Operator’s and any other residents of the home’s CBC qualifying letters were on file and valid. Ms. Fox has valid ITS-SIDS training and CPR and FA training. The last annual compliance visit was: 12/12/24. The last fire drill was practiced on 11/13/25. The smoke detectors are in good operating order. The last lockdown and shelter-in-place drill was practiced 10/13/25. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and is current. The last outdoor safety checklist was completed: 11/13/25. The facility’s approved curriculum is Creative Curriculum. The FCCH and Centers Located in A Residence Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers form was completed and signed by Ms. Fox, Owner/Operator, during the visit. The FCCH and Centers Located in a Residence Operator’s Statements of Responsibility document was completed during the visit. The over the counter medication on site was monitored for child care requirements. The required lead in water, lead paint and asbestos testing has been completed for this program with no hazards detected. The program does provide transportation. The expiration date of the inspection for the vehicle is 8/30/26. The expiration date of insurance for the vehicle is 2/23/26. Ms. Fox requested to increase her FCCH’s capacity to meet Session Law 2025-36. The new capacity options in statute provide three options for family child care home operators to provide care for one of the following groups of children, including the operator's own preschool-age children and excluding the operator's own school-age children up to 13 years of age: • A maximum of eight children, with no more than five children who are from birth to 5 years of age, plus three school-age children. • A maximum of three children from birth to 24 months of age, plus three children from 2 to 5 years of age and three school-age children up to 13 years of age, for a total of nine children. • A maximum of 10 children if all children are older than 24 months of age. As children “age up”, the operator will need to be sure they limit the number of infants and one-year olds to no more than three. Once all children turn age two, the FCCH operator can transition to capacity option three; ten children ages two and above. If there are no restrictions from zoning or HOA, a capacity of ten should be noted with an age range of 0-12. This will allow FCCH Operators flexibility in which capacity option they meet as the ages of children they serve, and days of the week children attend, may vary. An approved zoning letter was provided during today’s visit. Per Session Law 2025-36, Ms. Fox’s FCCH was monitored for, and meets the following requirements to increase capacity: 1. All children are cared for on ground level of exit discharge. 2. At least one five point 2-A; 10-B:C type extinguisher for every 2500 square feet of floor area. At least one fire extinguisher within forty feet travel distance from each room and area used by children. The fire extinguisher is located on the wall beside the kitchen. 3. An Emergency Preparedness Plan with the criteria for the plan, practice drills, and ongoing review of the plan was on-site. The EPR plan was updated 8/4/25. 4. Electrically operated carbon monoxide detectors in all rooms where children sleep and receive care. Carbon monoxide detectors were verified in the bathroom, in the main learning and sleeping area, in the kitchen, in the room used for summer, school-age care, and in the room used for shelter-in-place and occasional screen time. 5. Electrically operated smoke alarm in all rooms where children sleep and in adjacent areas used by children. Based on today’s monitoring, and the required documentation received, a new permit with the capacity increase will be issued. Ms. Fox stated that she will not increase capacity until the new permit is received. I used the Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, and Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09). Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ QRIS discussion A Technical Assistance (TA) visit will be conducted in Spring 2026. Ms. Fox stated she believes she is interested in pathway 2. The following violations were documented during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1847 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The ABCMS system was monitored and verified that a facility roster has not been completed in ABCMS for this facility. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) Technical assistance provided as follows 1847-A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The ABCMS system was monitored and verified that a facility roster has not been completed in ABCMS for this facility. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-6401 and someone will assist you. Providers needing assistance with the Provider Portal can utilize the ABCMS Provider Portal Technical Assistance document to associate staff or household members, make payments, and create rosters. Achieving Compliance: Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month comptafliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Signed statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 12/9/2025. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: dawn.mccrary@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Dawn McCrary PO Box 397 Penrose, NC 28766. Please call me at 828-556-3088, or email dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation provided as follows Plan to have a new nasal spray provided for O.F. as the expiration date is faded due to leakage. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify me, may result in a violation of child care requirements. As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.556.3088, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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 .2830 · Violation

Name of Operation: TORI TOTS AND FRIENDS Facility ID: 45000280 Consultant: DAWN MCCRARY Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 11/25/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 11/25/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 100 Time In: 09:20 AM Time Out: 11:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computer generated visit summary report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator and signed by me, Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator, during the visit. Bridget Owen, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me during today’s visit. A signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Today, Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator, was available to answer questions and provide information. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. This facility operates with a four (4) star child care license issued 9/16/19. The facility earned three (3) points for staff education; seven (7) points for program standards and one (1) quality point. The restrictions are: First and Second Shift; Maximum of 5 preschool children at any time; Children in care on ground level only; No more than two infants under 1 year of age. Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator, was available to answer questions. Ms. Fox is not required, as sole proprietorship, to be registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State. The facility’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-six (96) percentage as of 11/24/25. Upon arrival, We introduced our presence to Ms. Fox. Five (5) children were present. The children were interacting with Ms. Fox while having free play in the indoor play area. The outdoor area offers space for vigorous play, climbing, sand and water, dramatic play and a shaded area. The indoor space has adequate materials for hands-on, interesting play to meet all developmental domains. The children’s files were monitored for child care requirements. Ms. Fox’s file was monitored for child care requirements. The environment indoors and outdoors was safe, in good condition and sanitary. The lunch served today was corn dogs, potatoes, green beans, bananas and milk. All interactions were positive and nurturing. Supervision was adequate. There are no new child care providers at this facility. The Operator’s and any other residents of the home’s CBC qualifying letters were on file and valid. Ms. Fox has valid ITS-SIDS training and CPR and FA training. The last annual compliance visit was: 12/12/24. The last fire drill was practiced on 11/13/25. The smoke detectors are in good operating order. The last lockdown and shelter-in-place drill was practiced 10/13/25. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and is current. The last outdoor safety checklist was completed: 11/13/25. The facility’s approved curriculum is Creative Curriculum. The FCCH and Centers Located in A Residence Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers form was completed and signed by Ms. Fox, Owner/Operator, during the visit. The FCCH and Centers Located in a Residence Operator’s Statements of Responsibility document was completed during the visit. The over the counter medication on site was monitored for child care requirements. The required lead in water, lead paint and asbestos testing has been completed for this program with no hazards detected. The program does provide transportation. The expiration date of the inspection for the vehicle is 8/30/26. The expiration date of insurance for the vehicle is 2/23/26. Ms. Fox requested to increase her FCCH’s capacity to meet Session Law 2025-36. The new capacity options in statute provide three options for family child care home operators to provide care for one of the following groups of children, including the operator's own preschool-age children and excluding the operator's own school-age children up to 13 years of age: • A maximum of eight children, with no more than five children who are from birth to 5 years of age, plus three school-age children. • A maximum of three children from birth to 24 months of age, plus three children from 2 to 5 years of age and three school-age children up to 13 years of age, for a total of nine children. • A maximum of 10 children if all children are older than 24 months of age. As children “age up”, the operator will need to be sure they limit the number of infants and one-year olds to no more than three. Once all children turn age two, the FCCH operator can transition to capacity option three; ten children ages two and above. If there are no restrictions from zoning or HOA, a capacity of ten should be noted with an age range of 0-12. This will allow FCCH Operators flexibility in which capacity option they meet as the ages of children they serve, and days of the week children attend, may vary. An approved zoning letter was provided during today’s visit. Per Session Law 2025-36, Ms. Fox’s FCCH was monitored for, and meets the following requirements to increase capacity: 1. All children are cared for on ground level of exit discharge. 2. At least one five point 2-A; 10-B:C type extinguisher for every 2500 square feet of floor area. At least one fire extinguisher within forty feet travel distance from each room and area used by children. The fire extinguisher is located on the wall beside the kitchen. 3. An Emergency Preparedness Plan with the criteria for the plan, practice drills, and ongoing review of the plan was on-site. The EPR plan was updated 8/4/25. 4. Electrically operated carbon monoxide detectors in all rooms where children sleep and receive care. Carbon monoxide detectors were verified in the bathroom, in the main learning and sleeping area, in the kitchen, in the room used for summer, school-age care, and in the room used for shelter-in-place and occasional screen time. 5. Electrically operated smoke alarm in all rooms where children sleep and in adjacent areas used by children. Based on today’s monitoring, and the required documentation received, a new permit with the capacity increase will be issued. Ms. Fox stated that she will not increase capacity until the new permit is received. I used the Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, and Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09). Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ QRIS discussion A Technical Assistance (TA) visit will be conducted in Spring 2026. Ms. Fox stated she believes she is interested in pathway 2. The following violations were documented during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1847 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The ABCMS system was monitored and verified that a facility roster has not been completed in ABCMS for this facility. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) Technical assistance provided as follows 1847-A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The ABCMS system was monitored and verified that a facility roster has not been completed in ABCMS for this facility. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-6401 and someone will assist you. Providers needing assistance with the Provider Portal can utilize the ABCMS Provider Portal Technical Assistance document to associate staff or household members, make payments, and create rosters. Achieving Compliance: Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month comptafliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Signed statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 12/9/2025. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: dawn.mccrary@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Dawn McCrary PO Box 397 Penrose, NC 28766. Please call me at 828-556-3088, or email dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation provided as follows Plan to have a new nasal spray provided for O.F. as the expiration date is faded due to leakage. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify me, may result in a violation of child care requirements. As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.556.3088, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: TORI TOTS AND FRIENDS Facility ID: 45000280 Consultant: DAWN MCCRARY Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 11/25/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 11/25/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 100 Time In: 09:20 AM Time Out: 11:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computer generated visit summary report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator and signed by me, Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator, during the visit. Bridget Owen, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me during today’s visit. A signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Today, Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator, was available to answer questions and provide information. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. This facility operates with a four (4) star child care license issued 9/16/19. The facility earned three (3) points for staff education; seven (7) points for program standards and one (1) quality point. The restrictions are: First and Second Shift; Maximum of 5 preschool children at any time; Children in care on ground level only; No more than two infants under 1 year of age. Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator, was available to answer questions. Ms. Fox is not required, as sole proprietorship, to be registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State. The facility’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-six (96) percentage as of 11/24/25. Upon arrival, We introduced our presence to Ms. Fox. Five (5) children were present. The children were interacting with Ms. Fox while having free play in the indoor play area. The outdoor area offers space for vigorous play, climbing, sand and water, dramatic play and a shaded area. The indoor space has adequate materials for hands-on, interesting play to meet all developmental domains. The children’s files were monitored for child care requirements. Ms. Fox’s file was monitored for child care requirements. The environment indoors and outdoors was safe, in good condition and sanitary. The lunch served today was corn dogs, potatoes, green beans, bananas and milk. All interactions were positive and nurturing. Supervision was adequate. There are no new child care providers at this facility. The Operator’s and any other residents of the home’s CBC qualifying letters were on file and valid. Ms. Fox has valid ITS-SIDS training and CPR and FA training. The last annual compliance visit was: 12/12/24. The last fire drill was practiced on 11/13/25. The smoke detectors are in good operating order. The last lockdown and shelter-in-place drill was practiced 10/13/25. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and is current. The last outdoor safety checklist was completed: 11/13/25. The facility’s approved curriculum is Creative Curriculum. The FCCH and Centers Located in A Residence Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers form was completed and signed by Ms. Fox, Owner/Operator, during the visit. The FCCH and Centers Located in a Residence Operator’s Statements of Responsibility document was completed during the visit. The over the counter medication on site was monitored for child care requirements. The required lead in water, lead paint and asbestos testing has been completed for this program with no hazards detected. The program does provide transportation. The expiration date of the inspection for the vehicle is 8/30/26. The expiration date of insurance for the vehicle is 2/23/26. Ms. Fox requested to increase her FCCH’s capacity to meet Session Law 2025-36. The new capacity options in statute provide three options for family child care home operators to provide care for one of the following groups of children, including the operator's own preschool-age children and excluding the operator's own school-age children up to 13 years of age: • A maximum of eight children, with no more than five children who are from birth to 5 years of age, plus three school-age children. • A maximum of three children from birth to 24 months of age, plus three children from 2 to 5 years of age and three school-age children up to 13 years of age, for a total of nine children. • A maximum of 10 children if all children are older than 24 months of age. As children “age up”, the operator will need to be sure they limit the number of infants and one-year olds to no more than three. Once all children turn age two, the FCCH operator can transition to capacity option three; ten children ages two and above. If there are no restrictions from zoning or HOA, a capacity of ten should be noted with an age range of 0-12. This will allow FCCH Operators flexibility in which capacity option they meet as the ages of children they serve, and days of the week children attend, may vary. An approved zoning letter was provided during today’s visit. Per Session Law 2025-36, Ms. Fox’s FCCH was monitored for, and meets the following requirements to increase capacity: 1. All children are cared for on ground level of exit discharge. 2. At least one five point 2-A; 10-B:C type extinguisher for every 2500 square feet of floor area. At least one fire extinguisher within forty feet travel distance from each room and area used by children. The fire extinguisher is located on the wall beside the kitchen. 3. An Emergency Preparedness Plan with the criteria for the plan, practice drills, and ongoing review of the plan was on-site. The EPR plan was updated 8/4/25. 4. Electrically operated carbon monoxide detectors in all rooms where children sleep and receive care. Carbon monoxide detectors were verified in the bathroom, in the main learning and sleeping area, in the kitchen, in the room used for summer, school-age care, and in the room used for shelter-in-place and occasional screen time. 5. Electrically operated smoke alarm in all rooms where children sleep and in adjacent areas used by children. Based on today’s monitoring, and the required documentation received, a new permit with the capacity increase will be issued. Ms. Fox stated that she will not increase capacity until the new permit is received. I used the Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, and Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09). Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ QRIS discussion A Technical Assistance (TA) visit will be conducted in Spring 2026. Ms. Fox stated she believes she is interested in pathway 2. The following violations were documented during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1847 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The ABCMS system was monitored and verified that a facility roster has not been completed in ABCMS for this facility. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) Technical assistance provided as follows 1847-A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The ABCMS system was monitored and verified that a facility roster has not been completed in ABCMS for this facility. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-6401 and someone will assist you. Providers needing assistance with the Provider Portal can utilize the ABCMS Provider Portal Technical Assistance document to associate staff or household members, make payments, and create rosters. Achieving Compliance: Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month comptafliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Signed statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 12/9/2025. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: dawn.mccrary@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Dawn McCrary PO Box 397 Penrose, NC 28766. Please call me at 828-556-3088, or email dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation provided as follows Plan to have a new nasal spray provided for O.F. as the expiration date is faded due to leakage. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify me, may result in a violation of child care requirements. As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.556.3088, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: TORI TOTS AND FRIENDS Facility ID: 45000280 Consultant: DAWN MCCRARY Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 11/25/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 11/25/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 100 Time In: 09:20 AM Time Out: 11:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computer generated visit summary report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator and signed by me, Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant and also signed by Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator, during the visit. Bridget Owen, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me during today’s visit. A signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Today, Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator, was available to answer questions and provide information. The indoor and outdoor areas were monitored today, including supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, discipline, nutrition and routine caregiving activities. This facility operates with a four (4) star child care license issued 9/16/19. The facility earned three (3) points for staff education; seven (7) points for program standards and one (1) quality point. The restrictions are: First and Second Shift; Maximum of 5 preschool children at any time; Children in care on ground level only; No more than two infants under 1 year of age. Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator, was available to answer questions. Ms. Fox is not required, as sole proprietorship, to be registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State. The facility’s compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-six (96) percentage as of 11/24/25. Upon arrival, We introduced our presence to Ms. Fox. Five (5) children were present. The children were interacting with Ms. Fox while having free play in the indoor play area. The outdoor area offers space for vigorous play, climbing, sand and water, dramatic play and a shaded area. The indoor space has adequate materials for hands-on, interesting play to meet all developmental domains. The children’s files were monitored for child care requirements. Ms. Fox’s file was monitored for child care requirements. The environment indoors and outdoors was safe, in good condition and sanitary. The lunch served today was corn dogs, potatoes, green beans, bananas and milk. All interactions were positive and nurturing. Supervision was adequate. There are no new child care providers at this facility. The Operator’s and any other residents of the home’s CBC qualifying letters were on file and valid. Ms. Fox has valid ITS-SIDS training and CPR and FA training. The last annual compliance visit was: 12/12/24. The last fire drill was practiced on 11/13/25. The smoke detectors are in good operating order. The last lockdown and shelter-in-place drill was practiced 10/13/25. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and is current. The last outdoor safety checklist was completed: 11/13/25. The facility’s approved curriculum is Creative Curriculum. The FCCH and Centers Located in A Residence Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers form was completed and signed by Ms. Fox, Owner/Operator, during the visit. The FCCH and Centers Located in a Residence Operator’s Statements of Responsibility document was completed during the visit. The over the counter medication on site was monitored for child care requirements. The required lead in water, lead paint and asbestos testing has been completed for this program with no hazards detected. The program does provide transportation. The expiration date of the inspection for the vehicle is 8/30/26. The expiration date of insurance for the vehicle is 2/23/26. Ms. Fox requested to increase her FCCH’s capacity to meet Session Law 2025-36. The new capacity options in statute provide three options for family child care home operators to provide care for one of the following groups of children, including the operator's own preschool-age children and excluding the operator's own school-age children up to 13 years of age: • A maximum of eight children, with no more than five children who are from birth to 5 years of age, plus three school-age children. • A maximum of three children from birth to 24 months of age, plus three children from 2 to 5 years of age and three school-age children up to 13 years of age, for a total of nine children. • A maximum of 10 children if all children are older than 24 months of age. As children “age up”, the operator will need to be sure they limit the number of infants and one-year olds to no more than three. Once all children turn age two, the FCCH operator can transition to capacity option three; ten children ages two and above. If there are no restrictions from zoning or HOA, a capacity of ten should be noted with an age range of 0-12. This will allow FCCH Operators flexibility in which capacity option they meet as the ages of children they serve, and days of the week children attend, may vary. An approved zoning letter was provided during today’s visit. Per Session Law 2025-36, Ms. Fox’s FCCH was monitored for, and meets the following requirements to increase capacity: 1. All children are cared for on ground level of exit discharge. 2. At least one five point 2-A; 10-B:C type extinguisher for every 2500 square feet of floor area. At least one fire extinguisher within forty feet travel distance from each room and area used by children. The fire extinguisher is located on the wall beside the kitchen. 3. An Emergency Preparedness Plan with the criteria for the plan, practice drills, and ongoing review of the plan was on-site. The EPR plan was updated 8/4/25. 4. Electrically operated carbon monoxide detectors in all rooms where children sleep and receive care. Carbon monoxide detectors were verified in the bathroom, in the main learning and sleeping area, in the kitchen, in the room used for summer, school-age care, and in the room used for shelter-in-place and occasional screen time. 5. Electrically operated smoke alarm in all rooms where children sleep and in adjacent areas used by children. Based on today’s monitoring, and the required documentation received, a new permit with the capacity increase will be issued. Ms. Fox stated that she will not increase capacity until the new permit is received. I used the Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing (DCDEE-0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, and Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09). Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ QRIS discussion A Technical Assistance (TA) visit will be conducted in Spring 2026. Ms. Fox stated she believes she is interested in pathway 2. The following violations were documented during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1847 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The ABCMS system was monitored and verified that a facility roster has not been completed in ABCMS for this facility. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) Technical assistance provided as follows 1847-A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The ABCMS system was monitored and verified that a facility roster has not been completed in ABCMS for this facility. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-6401 and someone will assist you. Providers needing assistance with the Provider Portal can utilize the ABCMS Provider Portal Technical Assistance document to associate staff or household members, make payments, and create rosters. Achieving Compliance: Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month comptafliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Signed statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by 12/9/2025. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or in the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: dawn.mccrary@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Dawn McCrary PO Box 397 Penrose, NC 28766. Please call me at 828-556-3088, or email dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive it by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt is within the designated timeline. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Consultation provided as follows Plan to have a new nasal spray provided for O.F. as the expiration date is faded due to leakage. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify me, may result in a violation of child care requirements. As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.556.3088, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: TORI TOTS AND FRIENDS Facility ID: 45000280 Consultant: DAWN MCCRARY Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 12/12/2024 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 12/12/2024 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 215 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: 03:10 PM Time Out: 03:35 PM List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by me, Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant and signed by Kanika Fox, Owner, during the visit. A signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Due to technology difficulties, Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant was unable to complete the visit without leaving for a stretch of time to obtain technological assistance. Ms. McCrary returned at 3:10pm to finish the visit. This facility operates with a four (4) star child care license issued 9/16/19. The facility earned three (3) points for staff education; seven (7) points for program standards and one (1) quality point. The restrictions are: First and Second Shift; Maximum of 5 preschool children at any time; Children in care on ground level only; No more than two infants under 1 year of age. Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator, was available to answer questions. Ms. Fox is not required, as a sole proprietorship, to be registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State. Upon arrival, I introduced my presence to Ms. Fox. The children were observed having free choice play in the outdoor learning environment. The outdoor area offers space for vigorous play, climbing, sand and water, dramatic play and a shaded area. The indoor space has adequate materials for hands-on, interesting play to meet all developmental domains. The children’s files were monitored for child care requirements. Ms. Fox’s file was monitored for child care requirements. The environment indoors and outdoors was safe, in good condition and sanitary. The lunch served today was peanut butter sandwiches, carrots, applesauce and milk. All interactions were positive and nurturing. Supervision was adequate. There are no new child care providers at this facility. The Operator’s and any other residents of the home’s CBC qualifying letters were on file and valid. Ms. Fox’s CPR and FA training is valid until 5/13/25. The last annual compliance visit was: 1/10/24. The last fire drill was practiced on 11/13/24. The smoke detector is in good operating order. The last shelter-in-place and lockdown drill was practiced 10/11/24. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and is current. The last outdoor safety checklist was completed: 11/13/24. The FCCH and Centers Located in A Residence Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers form was completed and signed by Ms. Fox, Owner/Operator, during the visit. The FCCH and Centers Located in a Residence Operator’s Statements of Responsibility document was completed during the visit. This facility does provide transportation. You stated that you do transport one- to ten-year-old children for drop off at the local Boys and Girl’s Club. I monitored one Ford Superwagon vehicle today. The expiration date of the inspection for the vehicle is 8/17/25. The expiration date of insurance for the vehicle is 2/23/25. I used the Division of Child Development and Early Education Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The following violation was 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. An aerosol sunscreen was stored in an unlocked cabinet. .1719 (a)(7) Technical assistance was provided as follows: 10A NCAC 09 .1719 REQUIREMENTS FOR A SAFE INDOOR/OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT. An aerosol sunscreen was stored in an unlocked cabinet. Reminder: a lock must be combination, key entry, or magnetic. Child proof latches are not considered locks. Achieving compliance All violations are required to be corrected immediately. However, if at any time you are unable to correct all violations within the specified time frame, please send a written statement regarding those violations that were corrected and include a specific plan for correction of the remaining violations. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during today’s visit would be considered as legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license may be issued. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by date here 12/26/24. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or on the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: dawn.mccrary@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Dawn McCrary PO Box 397 Penrose, NC 28766 Please call me at 828-556-3088, or email dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt within the designated timeline. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Falsification of any information may result in a revocation of your license. Due to Tropical Storm Helene, additional time is provided for the facility to achieve compliance for the following: 10A NCAC 09 .0304 ON-GOING REQUIREMENTS FOR A LICENSE Ms. Fox has completed 7.5 of the 10 required on-going training hours. Plan to complete the remaining hours as soon as possible. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Please note any violations cited today and during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Consultation is provided as follows: If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify me, may result in a violation of child care requirements. As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.556.3088, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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 .1102 · Violation

Name of Operation: TORI TOTS AND FRIENDS Facility ID: 45000280 Consultant: DAWN MCCRARY Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 12/12/2024 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 12/12/2024 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 215 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: 03:10 PM Time Out: 03:35 PM List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by me, Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant and signed by Kanika Fox, Owner, during the visit. A signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Due to technology difficulties, Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant was unable to complete the visit without leaving for a stretch of time to obtain technological assistance. Ms. McCrary returned at 3:10pm to finish the visit. This facility operates with a four (4) star child care license issued 9/16/19. The facility earned three (3) points for staff education; seven (7) points for program standards and one (1) quality point. The restrictions are: First and Second Shift; Maximum of 5 preschool children at any time; Children in care on ground level only; No more than two infants under 1 year of age. Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator, was available to answer questions. Ms. Fox is not required, as a sole proprietorship, to be registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State. Upon arrival, I introduced my presence to Ms. Fox. The children were observed having free choice play in the outdoor learning environment. The outdoor area offers space for vigorous play, climbing, sand and water, dramatic play and a shaded area. The indoor space has adequate materials for hands-on, interesting play to meet all developmental domains. The children’s files were monitored for child care requirements. Ms. Fox’s file was monitored for child care requirements. The environment indoors and outdoors was safe, in good condition and sanitary. The lunch served today was peanut butter sandwiches, carrots, applesauce and milk. All interactions were positive and nurturing. Supervision was adequate. There are no new child care providers at this facility. The Operator’s and any other residents of the home’s CBC qualifying letters were on file and valid. Ms. Fox’s CPR and FA training is valid until 5/13/25. The last annual compliance visit was: 1/10/24. The last fire drill was practiced on 11/13/24. The smoke detector is in good operating order. The last shelter-in-place and lockdown drill was practiced 10/11/24. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and is current. The last outdoor safety checklist was completed: 11/13/24. The FCCH and Centers Located in A Residence Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers form was completed and signed by Ms. Fox, Owner/Operator, during the visit. The FCCH and Centers Located in a Residence Operator’s Statements of Responsibility document was completed during the visit. This facility does provide transportation. You stated that you do transport one- to ten-year-old children for drop off at the local Boys and Girl’s Club. I monitored one Ford Superwagon vehicle today. The expiration date of the inspection for the vehicle is 8/17/25. The expiration date of insurance for the vehicle is 2/23/25. I used the Division of Child Development and Early Education Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The following violation was 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. An aerosol sunscreen was stored in an unlocked cabinet. .1719 (a)(7) Technical assistance was provided as follows: 10A NCAC 09 .1719 REQUIREMENTS FOR A SAFE INDOOR/OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT. An aerosol sunscreen was stored in an unlocked cabinet. Reminder: a lock must be combination, key entry, or magnetic. Child proof latches are not considered locks. Achieving compliance All violations are required to be corrected immediately. However, if at any time you are unable to correct all violations within the specified time frame, please send a written statement regarding those violations that were corrected and include a specific plan for correction of the remaining violations. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during today’s visit would be considered as legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license may be issued. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by date here 12/26/24. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or on the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: dawn.mccrary@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Dawn McCrary PO Box 397 Penrose, NC 28766 Please call me at 828-556-3088, or email dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt within the designated timeline. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Falsification of any information may result in a revocation of your license. Due to Tropical Storm Helene, additional time is provided for the facility to achieve compliance for the following: 10A NCAC 09 .0304 ON-GOING REQUIREMENTS FOR A LICENSE Ms. Fox has completed 7.5 of the 10 required on-going training hours. Plan to complete the remaining hours as soon as possible. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Please note any violations cited today and during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Consultation is provided as follows: If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify me, may result in a violation of child care requirements. As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.556.3088, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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 .1703 · Violation

Name of Operation: TORI TOTS AND FRIENDS Facility ID: 45000280 Consultant: DAWN MCCRARY Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 12/12/2024 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 12/12/2024 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 215 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: 03:10 PM Time Out: 03:35 PM List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by me, Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant and signed by Kanika Fox, Owner, during the visit. A signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Due to technology difficulties, Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant was unable to complete the visit without leaving for a stretch of time to obtain technological assistance. Ms. McCrary returned at 3:10pm to finish the visit. This facility operates with a four (4) star child care license issued 9/16/19. The facility earned three (3) points for staff education; seven (7) points for program standards and one (1) quality point. The restrictions are: First and Second Shift; Maximum of 5 preschool children at any time; Children in care on ground level only; No more than two infants under 1 year of age. Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator, was available to answer questions. Ms. Fox is not required, as a sole proprietorship, to be registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State. Upon arrival, I introduced my presence to Ms. Fox. The children were observed having free choice play in the outdoor learning environment. The outdoor area offers space for vigorous play, climbing, sand and water, dramatic play and a shaded area. The indoor space has adequate materials for hands-on, interesting play to meet all developmental domains. The children’s files were monitored for child care requirements. Ms. Fox’s file was monitored for child care requirements. The environment indoors and outdoors was safe, in good condition and sanitary. The lunch served today was peanut butter sandwiches, carrots, applesauce and milk. All interactions were positive and nurturing. Supervision was adequate. There are no new child care providers at this facility. The Operator’s and any other residents of the home’s CBC qualifying letters were on file and valid. Ms. Fox’s CPR and FA training is valid until 5/13/25. The last annual compliance visit was: 1/10/24. The last fire drill was practiced on 11/13/24. The smoke detector is in good operating order. The last shelter-in-place and lockdown drill was practiced 10/11/24. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and is current. The last outdoor safety checklist was completed: 11/13/24. The FCCH and Centers Located in A Residence Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers form was completed and signed by Ms. Fox, Owner/Operator, during the visit. The FCCH and Centers Located in a Residence Operator’s Statements of Responsibility document was completed during the visit. This facility does provide transportation. You stated that you do transport one- to ten-year-old children for drop off at the local Boys and Girl’s Club. I monitored one Ford Superwagon vehicle today. The expiration date of the inspection for the vehicle is 8/17/25. The expiration date of insurance for the vehicle is 2/23/25. I used the Division of Child Development and Early Education Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The following violation was 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. An aerosol sunscreen was stored in an unlocked cabinet. .1719 (a)(7) Technical assistance was provided as follows: 10A NCAC 09 .1719 REQUIREMENTS FOR A SAFE INDOOR/OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT. An aerosol sunscreen was stored in an unlocked cabinet. Reminder: a lock must be combination, key entry, or magnetic. Child proof latches are not considered locks. Achieving compliance All violations are required to be corrected immediately. However, if at any time you are unable to correct all violations within the specified time frame, please send a written statement regarding those violations that were corrected and include a specific plan for correction of the remaining violations. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during today’s visit would be considered as legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license may be issued. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by date here 12/26/24. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or on the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: dawn.mccrary@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Dawn McCrary PO Box 397 Penrose, NC 28766 Please call me at 828-556-3088, or email dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt within the designated timeline. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Falsification of any information may result in a revocation of your license. Due to Tropical Storm Helene, additional time is provided for the facility to achieve compliance for the following: 10A NCAC 09 .0304 ON-GOING REQUIREMENTS FOR A LICENSE Ms. Fox has completed 7.5 of the 10 required on-going training hours. Plan to complete the remaining hours as soon as possible. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Please note any violations cited today and during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Consultation is provided as follows: If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify me, may result in a violation of child care requirements. As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.556.3088, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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 .1719 · Violation

Name of Operation: TORI TOTS AND FRIENDS Facility ID: 45000280 Consultant: DAWN MCCRARY Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 12/12/2024 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 12/12/2024 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 215 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: 03:10 PM Time Out: 03:35 PM List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by me, Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant and signed by Kanika Fox, Owner, during the visit. A signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Due to technology difficulties, Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant was unable to complete the visit without leaving for a stretch of time to obtain technological assistance. Ms. McCrary returned at 3:10pm to finish the visit. This facility operates with a four (4) star child care license issued 9/16/19. The facility earned three (3) points for staff education; seven (7) points for program standards and one (1) quality point. The restrictions are: First and Second Shift; Maximum of 5 preschool children at any time; Children in care on ground level only; No more than two infants under 1 year of age. Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator, was available to answer questions. Ms. Fox is not required, as a sole proprietorship, to be registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State. Upon arrival, I introduced my presence to Ms. Fox. The children were observed having free choice play in the outdoor learning environment. The outdoor area offers space for vigorous play, climbing, sand and water, dramatic play and a shaded area. The indoor space has adequate materials for hands-on, interesting play to meet all developmental domains. The children’s files were monitored for child care requirements. Ms. Fox’s file was monitored for child care requirements. The environment indoors and outdoors was safe, in good condition and sanitary. The lunch served today was peanut butter sandwiches, carrots, applesauce and milk. All interactions were positive and nurturing. Supervision was adequate. There are no new child care providers at this facility. The Operator’s and any other residents of the home’s CBC qualifying letters were on file and valid. Ms. Fox’s CPR and FA training is valid until 5/13/25. The last annual compliance visit was: 1/10/24. The last fire drill was practiced on 11/13/24. The smoke detector is in good operating order. The last shelter-in-place and lockdown drill was practiced 10/11/24. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and is current. The last outdoor safety checklist was completed: 11/13/24. The FCCH and Centers Located in A Residence Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers form was completed and signed by Ms. Fox, Owner/Operator, during the visit. The FCCH and Centers Located in a Residence Operator’s Statements of Responsibility document was completed during the visit. This facility does provide transportation. You stated that you do transport one- to ten-year-old children for drop off at the local Boys and Girl’s Club. I monitored one Ford Superwagon vehicle today. The expiration date of the inspection for the vehicle is 8/17/25. The expiration date of insurance for the vehicle is 2/23/25. I used the Division of Child Development and Early Education Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The following violation was 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. An aerosol sunscreen was stored in an unlocked cabinet. .1719 (a)(7) Technical assistance was provided as follows: 10A NCAC 09 .1719 REQUIREMENTS FOR A SAFE INDOOR/OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT. An aerosol sunscreen was stored in an unlocked cabinet. Reminder: a lock must be combination, key entry, or magnetic. Child proof latches are not considered locks. Achieving compliance All violations are required to be corrected immediately. However, if at any time you are unable to correct all violations within the specified time frame, please send a written statement regarding those violations that were corrected and include a specific plan for correction of the remaining violations. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during today’s visit would be considered as legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license may be issued. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by date here 12/26/24. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or on the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: dawn.mccrary@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Dawn McCrary PO Box 397 Penrose, NC 28766 Please call me at 828-556-3088, or email dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt within the designated timeline. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Falsification of any information may result in a revocation of your license. Due to Tropical Storm Helene, additional time is provided for the facility to achieve compliance for the following: 10A NCAC 09 .0304 ON-GOING REQUIREMENTS FOR A LICENSE Ms. Fox has completed 7.5 of the 10 required on-going training hours. Plan to complete the remaining hours as soon as possible. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Please note any violations cited today and during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Consultation is provided as follows: If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify me, may result in a violation of child care requirements. As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.556.3088, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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 .2830 · Violation

Name of Operation: TORI TOTS AND FRIENDS Facility ID: 45000280 Consultant: DAWN MCCRARY Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 12/12/2024 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 12/12/2024 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 215 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: 03:10 PM Time Out: 03:35 PM List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by me, Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant and signed by Kanika Fox, Owner, during the visit. A signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Due to technology difficulties, Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant was unable to complete the visit without leaving for a stretch of time to obtain technological assistance. Ms. McCrary returned at 3:10pm to finish the visit. This facility operates with a four (4) star child care license issued 9/16/19. The facility earned three (3) points for staff education; seven (7) points for program standards and one (1) quality point. The restrictions are: First and Second Shift; Maximum of 5 preschool children at any time; Children in care on ground level only; No more than two infants under 1 year of age. Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator, was available to answer questions. Ms. Fox is not required, as a sole proprietorship, to be registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State. Upon arrival, I introduced my presence to Ms. Fox. The children were observed having free choice play in the outdoor learning environment. The outdoor area offers space for vigorous play, climbing, sand and water, dramatic play and a shaded area. The indoor space has adequate materials for hands-on, interesting play to meet all developmental domains. The children’s files were monitored for child care requirements. Ms. Fox’s file was monitored for child care requirements. The environment indoors and outdoors was safe, in good condition and sanitary. The lunch served today was peanut butter sandwiches, carrots, applesauce and milk. All interactions were positive and nurturing. Supervision was adequate. There are no new child care providers at this facility. The Operator’s and any other residents of the home’s CBC qualifying letters were on file and valid. Ms. Fox’s CPR and FA training is valid until 5/13/25. The last annual compliance visit was: 1/10/24. The last fire drill was practiced on 11/13/24. The smoke detector is in good operating order. The last shelter-in-place and lockdown drill was practiced 10/11/24. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and is current. The last outdoor safety checklist was completed: 11/13/24. The FCCH and Centers Located in A Residence Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers form was completed and signed by Ms. Fox, Owner/Operator, during the visit. The FCCH and Centers Located in a Residence Operator’s Statements of Responsibility document was completed during the visit. This facility does provide transportation. You stated that you do transport one- to ten-year-old children for drop off at the local Boys and Girl’s Club. I monitored one Ford Superwagon vehicle today. The expiration date of the inspection for the vehicle is 8/17/25. The expiration date of insurance for the vehicle is 2/23/25. I used the Division of Child Development and Early Education Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The following violation was 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. An aerosol sunscreen was stored in an unlocked cabinet. .1719 (a)(7) Technical assistance was provided as follows: 10A NCAC 09 .1719 REQUIREMENTS FOR A SAFE INDOOR/OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT. An aerosol sunscreen was stored in an unlocked cabinet. Reminder: a lock must be combination, key entry, or magnetic. Child proof latches are not considered locks. Achieving compliance All violations are required to be corrected immediately. However, if at any time you are unable to correct all violations within the specified time frame, please send a written statement regarding those violations that were corrected and include a specific plan for correction of the remaining violations. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during today’s visit would be considered as legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license may be issued. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by date here 12/26/24. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or on the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: dawn.mccrary@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Dawn McCrary PO Box 397 Penrose, NC 28766 Please call me at 828-556-3088, or email dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt within the designated timeline. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Falsification of any information may result in a revocation of your license. Due to Tropical Storm Helene, additional time is provided for the facility to achieve compliance for the following: 10A NCAC 09 .0304 ON-GOING REQUIREMENTS FOR A LICENSE Ms. Fox has completed 7.5 of the 10 required on-going training hours. Plan to complete the remaining hours as soon as possible. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Please note any violations cited today and during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Consultation is provided as follows: If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify me, may result in a violation of child care requirements. As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.556.3088, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: TORI TOTS AND FRIENDS Facility ID: 45000280 Consultant: DAWN MCCRARY Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 12/12/2024 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 12/12/2024 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 215 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: 03:10 PM Time Out: 03:35 PM List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by me, Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant and signed by Kanika Fox, Owner, during the visit. A signed copy of the visit summary was left on-site for you. Due to technology difficulties, Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant was unable to complete the visit without leaving for a stretch of time to obtain technological assistance. Ms. McCrary returned at 3:10pm to finish the visit. This facility operates with a four (4) star child care license issued 9/16/19. The facility earned three (3) points for staff education; seven (7) points for program standards and one (1) quality point. The restrictions are: First and Second Shift; Maximum of 5 preschool children at any time; Children in care on ground level only; No more than two infants under 1 year of age. Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator, was available to answer questions. Ms. Fox is not required, as a sole proprietorship, to be registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State. Upon arrival, I introduced my presence to Ms. Fox. The children were observed having free choice play in the outdoor learning environment. The outdoor area offers space for vigorous play, climbing, sand and water, dramatic play and a shaded area. The indoor space has adequate materials for hands-on, interesting play to meet all developmental domains. The children’s files were monitored for child care requirements. Ms. Fox’s file was monitored for child care requirements. The environment indoors and outdoors was safe, in good condition and sanitary. The lunch served today was peanut butter sandwiches, carrots, applesauce and milk. All interactions were positive and nurturing. Supervision was adequate. There are no new child care providers at this facility. The Operator’s and any other residents of the home’s CBC qualifying letters were on file and valid. Ms. Fox’s CPR and FA training is valid until 5/13/25. The last annual compliance visit was: 1/10/24. The last fire drill was practiced on 11/13/24. The smoke detector is in good operating order. The last shelter-in-place and lockdown drill was practiced 10/11/24. The Emergency Medical Care plan was posted and is current. The last outdoor safety checklist was completed: 11/13/24. The FCCH and Centers Located in A Residence Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers form was completed and signed by Ms. Fox, Owner/Operator, during the visit. The FCCH and Centers Located in a Residence Operator’s Statements of Responsibility document was completed during the visit. This facility does provide transportation. You stated that you do transport one- to ten-year-old children for drop off at the local Boys and Girl’s Club. I monitored one Ford Superwagon vehicle today. The expiration date of the inspection for the vehicle is 8/17/25. The expiration date of insurance for the vehicle is 2/23/25. I used the Division of Child Development and Early Education Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. Updated copies of these rules can be located on our website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ The following violation was 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. An aerosol sunscreen was stored in an unlocked cabinet. .1719 (a)(7) Technical assistance was provided as follows: 10A NCAC 09 .1719 REQUIREMENTS FOR A SAFE INDOOR/OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT. An aerosol sunscreen was stored in an unlocked cabinet. Reminder: a lock must be combination, key entry, or magnetic. Child proof latches are not considered locks. Achieving compliance All violations are required to be corrected immediately. However, if at any time you are unable to correct all violations within the specified time frame, please send a written statement regarding those violations that were corrected and include a specific plan for correction of the remaining violations. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during today’s visit would be considered as legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license may be issued. The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the following: • Facility name • Facility ID# • Date of visit • Violation item number • Statement of compliance I must receive your compliance statement by date here 12/26/24. Email the compliance letter on signed letterhead or on the email identifying your facility name, ID#, name and position to: dawn.mccrary@ dhhs.nc.gov or you can mail to: Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child Development and Early Education Attn: Dawn McCrary PO Box 397 Penrose, NC 28766 Please call me at 828-556-3088, or email dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov, if you need assistance. Please note: if mailing the letter of compliance, I must receive by the due date listed above. You will need to mail a compliance statement three to five days prior to the due date to ensure receipt within the designated timeline. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Falsification of any information may result in a revocation of your license. Due to Tropical Storm Helene, additional time is provided for the facility to achieve compliance for the following: 10A NCAC 09 .0304 ON-GOING REQUIREMENTS FOR A LICENSE Ms. Fox has completed 7.5 of the 10 required on-going training hours. Plan to complete the remaining hours as soon as possible. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Please note any violations cited today and during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Consultation is provided as follows: If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify me, may result in a violation of child care requirements. As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is the center operator’s responsibility to make sure each staff person has registered for a WORKS account, submit an official transcript (if applicable) and apply for a position for evaluation. This should be completed immediately upon hiring or at the latest, by the end of the six-week orientation process. Failure to maintain the same education point level may result in a violation of the above rule reference and may result in a reduction of stars. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 (c) If employment-related changes occur at a facility that result in the operator not complying with the standards in the Section for the star rating issued, the operator shall correct the noncompliance within 120 days. If the operator does not correct the noncompliance within 120 days, the operator shall notify the Division. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at dawn.mccrary@dhhs.nc.gov or 828.556.3088, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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 .1102 · Violation

Name of Operation: TORI TOTS AND FRIENDS Facility ID: 45000280 Consultant: DAWN MCCRARY Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 6/12/2024 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 6/12/2024 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 100 Time In: 10:20 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this routine unannounced visit was to conduct limited compliance monitoring and offer consultation to the program. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by me, Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant, and also signed by you, Owner/Operator, Kanika Fox, during the visit. A signed copy of the visit summary was left on site with you. This facility operates with a four (4) star child care license issued 9/16/19. The facility earned three (3) points for staff education; seven (7) points for program standards and one (1) quality point. The restrictions are: First and Second Shift; Maximum of 5 preschool children at any time; Children in care on ground level only; No more than two infants under 1 year of age. Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator, was available to assist with the visit. Ms. Fox is not required, as a sole proprietorship, to be registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State. Upon arrival, I introduced my presence to Ms. Fox. Four (4) children were observed having free choice play in the outdoor learning environment. The children were observed climbing, playing in sand and freely moving about. The indoor learning area has many opportunities for participating in all areas of development with interesting and appropriate materials. The outdoor learning environment has adequate room for gross motor play and portable materials to enhance play. All interactions were positive and appropriate. Supervision was adequate. The approved space was used for care of the children. The following items were monitored today: Supervision Staff Child Ratios CPR First Aid Special Training Criminal Record Checks Completed ITS-SIDS Training Emergency Medical Care Plan Administration of Medication Storage of Hazardous Substances Storage of Medication Adequate/Approved Space General Safety Discipline Program Records License Posted/ Permit Restrictions All required program postings were posted conspicuously in the classroom area. The ABCMS system was checked for all caregivers and residents. All qualification letters were valid. Ms. Fox has current CPR, First Aid, ITS SIDS, and other required trainings. No pets are on site. No medications were on site. The program does provide transportation. You stated that you do transport one- to ten-year-old children for drop off at the local Boys and Girl’s Club. I monitored one Ford Superwagon vehicle today. The expiration date of the inspection for the vehicle is 8/31/24. The expiration date of insurance for the vehicle is 8/23/24. I used the Division of Child Development and Early Education Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. The following violation was documented during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 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 bag containing tortillas was accessible in the space the children occupy to have meals. .1719(a)(18) Technical Assistance Provided 1922-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. 10A NCAC 09 .1719 REQUIREMENTS FOR A SAFE INDOOR/OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT (a) The operator of a family child care home (operator) shall provide a physically safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment that meets the developmental needs of children in care, including but not limited to the following: not have plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed accessible to children under three years of age. This includes materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and Styrofoam, except that Styrofoam plates may be used for food service and larger pieces of foam rubber may be used for supervised art activities; A plastic bag containing tortillas was accessible in the space the children occupy to have meals. The plastic bag of tortillas was moved to the top of the refrigerator during the visit. No further action is required. Consultation Provided as follows: We discussed the self-assessment for FCCHs. I provided a link in an email to you to assist with the process. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify me, may result in a violation of child care requirements. As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at dawn.mccrry@dhhs.nc.gov or 828-556-3088, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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 .1703 · Violation

Name of Operation: TORI TOTS AND FRIENDS Facility ID: 45000280 Consultant: DAWN MCCRARY Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 6/12/2024 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 6/12/2024 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 100 Time In: 10:20 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this routine unannounced visit was to conduct limited compliance monitoring and offer consultation to the program. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by me, Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant, and also signed by you, Owner/Operator, Kanika Fox, during the visit. A signed copy of the visit summary was left on site with you. This facility operates with a four (4) star child care license issued 9/16/19. The facility earned three (3) points for staff education; seven (7) points for program standards and one (1) quality point. The restrictions are: First and Second Shift; Maximum of 5 preschool children at any time; Children in care on ground level only; No more than two infants under 1 year of age. Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator, was available to assist with the visit. Ms. Fox is not required, as a sole proprietorship, to be registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State. Upon arrival, I introduced my presence to Ms. Fox. Four (4) children were observed having free choice play in the outdoor learning environment. The children were observed climbing, playing in sand and freely moving about. The indoor learning area has many opportunities for participating in all areas of development with interesting and appropriate materials. The outdoor learning environment has adequate room for gross motor play and portable materials to enhance play. All interactions were positive and appropriate. Supervision was adequate. The approved space was used for care of the children. The following items were monitored today: Supervision Staff Child Ratios CPR First Aid Special Training Criminal Record Checks Completed ITS-SIDS Training Emergency Medical Care Plan Administration of Medication Storage of Hazardous Substances Storage of Medication Adequate/Approved Space General Safety Discipline Program Records License Posted/ Permit Restrictions All required program postings were posted conspicuously in the classroom area. The ABCMS system was checked for all caregivers and residents. All qualification letters were valid. Ms. Fox has current CPR, First Aid, ITS SIDS, and other required trainings. No pets are on site. No medications were on site. The program does provide transportation. You stated that you do transport one- to ten-year-old children for drop off at the local Boys and Girl’s Club. I monitored one Ford Superwagon vehicle today. The expiration date of the inspection for the vehicle is 8/31/24. The expiration date of insurance for the vehicle is 8/23/24. I used the Division of Child Development and Early Education Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. The following violation was documented during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 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 bag containing tortillas was accessible in the space the children occupy to have meals. .1719(a)(18) Technical Assistance Provided 1922-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. 10A NCAC 09 .1719 REQUIREMENTS FOR A SAFE INDOOR/OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT (a) The operator of a family child care home (operator) shall provide a physically safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment that meets the developmental needs of children in care, including but not limited to the following: not have plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed accessible to children under three years of age. This includes materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and Styrofoam, except that Styrofoam plates may be used for food service and larger pieces of foam rubber may be used for supervised art activities; A plastic bag containing tortillas was accessible in the space the children occupy to have meals. The plastic bag of tortillas was moved to the top of the refrigerator during the visit. No further action is required. Consultation Provided as follows: We discussed the self-assessment for FCCHs. I provided a link in an email to you to assist with the process. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify me, may result in a violation of child care requirements. As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at dawn.mccrry@dhhs.nc.gov or 828-556-3088, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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 .1719 · Violation

Name of Operation: TORI TOTS AND FRIENDS Facility ID: 45000280 Consultant: DAWN MCCRARY Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 6/12/2024 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 6/12/2024 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 100 Time In: 10:20 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this routine unannounced visit was to conduct limited compliance monitoring and offer consultation to the program. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by me, Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant, and also signed by you, Owner/Operator, Kanika Fox, during the visit. A signed copy of the visit summary was left on site with you. This facility operates with a four (4) star child care license issued 9/16/19. The facility earned three (3) points for staff education; seven (7) points for program standards and one (1) quality point. The restrictions are: First and Second Shift; Maximum of 5 preschool children at any time; Children in care on ground level only; No more than two infants under 1 year of age. Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator, was available to assist with the visit. Ms. Fox is not required, as a sole proprietorship, to be registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State. Upon arrival, I introduced my presence to Ms. Fox. Four (4) children were observed having free choice play in the outdoor learning environment. The children were observed climbing, playing in sand and freely moving about. The indoor learning area has many opportunities for participating in all areas of development with interesting and appropriate materials. The outdoor learning environment has adequate room for gross motor play and portable materials to enhance play. All interactions were positive and appropriate. Supervision was adequate. The approved space was used for care of the children. The following items were monitored today: Supervision Staff Child Ratios CPR First Aid Special Training Criminal Record Checks Completed ITS-SIDS Training Emergency Medical Care Plan Administration of Medication Storage of Hazardous Substances Storage of Medication Adequate/Approved Space General Safety Discipline Program Records License Posted/ Permit Restrictions All required program postings were posted conspicuously in the classroom area. The ABCMS system was checked for all caregivers and residents. All qualification letters were valid. Ms. Fox has current CPR, First Aid, ITS SIDS, and other required trainings. No pets are on site. No medications were on site. The program does provide transportation. You stated that you do transport one- to ten-year-old children for drop off at the local Boys and Girl’s Club. I monitored one Ford Superwagon vehicle today. The expiration date of the inspection for the vehicle is 8/31/24. The expiration date of insurance for the vehicle is 8/23/24. I used the Division of Child Development and Early Education Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. The following violation was documented during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 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 bag containing tortillas was accessible in the space the children occupy to have meals. .1719(a)(18) Technical Assistance Provided 1922-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. 10A NCAC 09 .1719 REQUIREMENTS FOR A SAFE INDOOR/OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT (a) The operator of a family child care home (operator) shall provide a physically safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment that meets the developmental needs of children in care, including but not limited to the following: not have plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed accessible to children under three years of age. This includes materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and Styrofoam, except that Styrofoam plates may be used for food service and larger pieces of foam rubber may be used for supervised art activities; A plastic bag containing tortillas was accessible in the space the children occupy to have meals. The plastic bag of tortillas was moved to the top of the refrigerator during the visit. No further action is required. Consultation Provided as follows: We discussed the self-assessment for FCCHs. I provided a link in an email to you to assist with the process. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify me, may result in a violation of child care requirements. As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at dawn.mccrry@dhhs.nc.gov or 828-556-3088, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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 .2830 · Violation

Name of Operation: TORI TOTS AND FRIENDS Facility ID: 45000280 Consultant: DAWN MCCRARY Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 6/12/2024 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 6/12/2024 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 100 Time In: 10:20 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this routine unannounced visit was to conduct limited compliance monitoring and offer consultation to the program. A computerized generated report of today’s visit was completed, reviewed with you, and signed by me, Dawn McCrary, Child Care Consultant, and also signed by you, Owner/Operator, Kanika Fox, during the visit. A signed copy of the visit summary was left on site with you. This facility operates with a four (4) star child care license issued 9/16/19. The facility earned three (3) points for staff education; seven (7) points for program standards and one (1) quality point. The restrictions are: First and Second Shift; Maximum of 5 preschool children at any time; Children in care on ground level only; No more than two infants under 1 year of age. Kanika Fox, Owner/Operator, was available to assist with the visit. Ms. Fox is not required, as a sole proprietorship, to be registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State. Upon arrival, I introduced my presence to Ms. Fox. Four (4) children were observed having free choice play in the outdoor learning environment. The children were observed climbing, playing in sand and freely moving about. The indoor learning area has many opportunities for participating in all areas of development with interesting and appropriate materials. The outdoor learning environment has adequate room for gross motor play and portable materials to enhance play. All interactions were positive and appropriate. Supervision was adequate. The approved space was used for care of the children. The following items were monitored today: Supervision Staff Child Ratios CPR First Aid Special Training Criminal Record Checks Completed ITS-SIDS Training Emergency Medical Care Plan Administration of Medication Storage of Hazardous Substances Storage of Medication Adequate/Approved Space General Safety Discipline Program Records License Posted/ Permit Restrictions All required program postings were posted conspicuously in the classroom area. The ABCMS system was checked for all caregivers and residents. All qualification letters were valid. Ms. Fox has current CPR, First Aid, ITS SIDS, and other required trainings. No pets are on site. No medications were on site. The program does provide transportation. You stated that you do transport one- to ten-year-old children for drop off at the local Boys and Girl’s Club. I monitored one Ford Superwagon vehicle today. The expiration date of the inspection for the vehicle is 8/31/24. The expiration date of insurance for the vehicle is 8/23/24. I used the Division of Child Development and Early Education Family Child Care Home Item Number Listing as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements pertinent to this facility. For specific rule references, refer to Chapter 110 General Statues Child Care Facilities, Chapter nine (9) Child Care Rule (10A NCAC 09) and Section 2800 Sanitation of Child Care Center (15A NCAC 18A) for additional information. The following violation was documented during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 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 bag containing tortillas was accessible in the space the children occupy to have meals. .1719(a)(18) Technical Assistance Provided 1922-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. 10A NCAC 09 .1719 REQUIREMENTS FOR A SAFE INDOOR/OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT (a) The operator of a family child care home (operator) shall provide a physically safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment that meets the developmental needs of children in care, including but not limited to the following: not have plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed accessible to children under three years of age. This includes materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and Styrofoam, except that Styrofoam plates may be used for food service and larger pieces of foam rubber may be used for supervised art activities; A plastic bag containing tortillas was accessible in the space the children occupy to have meals. The plastic bag of tortillas was moved to the top of the refrigerator during the visit. No further action is required. Consultation Provided as follows: We discussed the self-assessment for FCCHs. I provided a link in an email to you to assist with the process. If you elect to change and/or alter any previously approved spaces used by children as indicated on the approved indoor and outdoor floor plan, you will need to contact me within thirty (30) days prior to the change. Failure to notify me, may result in a violation of child care requirements. As child care providers, you are a vital part in the prevention and intervention of child maltreatment! You may see potential indicators of maltreatment in the children under your care. Some children may even be more likely to disclose maltreatment to a child care provider than to a family member. It is required that all providers are aware of maltreatment indicators and to report any suspicions of maltreatment. Follow child care rules related to child maltreatment training: 10A NCAC 09 .1102(g) and 10A NCAC 09 .1703(a)(5) states the child care administrator, operator, and all staff members shall complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2830 MAINTAINING THE STAR RATING (a)A representative of the Division may make announced or unannounced visits to facilities to assess on-going compliance with the requirements of a star rating after it has been issued. It is your responsibility to understand the health and safety requirements in child care rule .1102. If the program is out of compliance in accordance with health and safety requirements, Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), it may affect subsidy funding. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/.It is your responsibility to understand the rules and laws that are applicable your program. All rules/laws cannot be verbally reviewed during any licensing visit. Please ask questions if you are having difficulty and would like additional technical assistance. I welcome your questions and want to be a resource for you. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at dawn.mccrry@dhhs.nc.gov or 828-556-3088, or Bonnie Mathis, Licensing Supervisor, at bonnie.mathis@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