10A NCAC 09 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: PRECIOUS BEGINNINGS CHILDCARE CENTER Facility ID: 35000162 Consultant: FELICIA FAISON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/5/2025 Number Present: 39 Completed Date: 3/5/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 140 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 11:35 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit today was to monitor compliance with child care requirements applicable to a routine unannounced visit. S. Jessup, administrator, was present and assisted with the visit. Currently, this center operates with a Three-Star license issued on February 4, 2021, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, two (2) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on July 30, 2024. The last sanitation inspection was completed June 6, 2024, earning a Superior rating. The last fire inspection was conducted December 6, 2024, and the facility was approved for daytime care only. Children were observed engaging in teacher directed group time, infant feeding, and free choice activity center play. Observed interactions between teachers and children were caring and nurturing in nature. You confirmed that no new staff have been hired since the last monitoring visit. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. The medication authorization form for the epi pen in space #4 expired January 29, 2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 849 Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. The epi pen stored for one (1) enrolled child in space #4 expired November 2024. .0803(12) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance can be mailed or emailed to me and must be received by March 19, 2025. If mailing, you must submit two (2) signed and dated copies. My mailing and email addresses are noted at the bottom. The letter of compliance must detail how the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any written information you submit regarding the correction of the violation is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all submitted information is accurate and truthful. If it is determined that submitted information was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 98% over an eighteen (18) month period. STAFF/CHILD INTERACTION: OBSERVATIONS Current schedules and activity plans were observed posted in each space. Due to inclement weather, rain and tornado watch, the children did not go outdoors during their scheduled times this morning. I observed age-appropriate materials and supplies available for children to use and to implement activities on the lesson plans. The theme for the week is “Dr. Seuss” and today was Wacky Wednesday as noted on most activity plans. Some children participated by dressing in “wacky” clothing such as mismatched prints, or inside out shirts. The group in space #4 were having group time during the visit. The teacher held up a card and had the children name the shape. They then played “color game” where the teacher held up a card with the example of a color. She then called on each child to name the color and then get up and point to an item in the classroom that was the same color. An infant in space #1 was held for a bottle feeding while others had tummy time and older infants sat at the table playing with puzzles. These activities will help the children build cognitive, fine motor, and gross motor skills. MEDICATION While monitoring space #4 I observed that the epi pen on-site for an enrolled child expired in November 2024. The medication authorization form also expired on January 29, 2024. No expired medication may be kept on-site to ensure expired medication is never administered. Medication authorization forms must be completed every six (6) months to ensure the information remains current and accurate as some children outgrow certain illnesses. Please be reminded that medical action plans must be updated annually by the child’s doctor or parents. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE & REMINDERS: Technical assistance was given regarding updating the staff and child ratio information sheets posted in classrooms to reflect the youngest child enrolled. As the age of children cared for in each space changes these sheets must be updated to reflect the correct staff child ratios for reference by substitute staff, parents and visitors. Ensure that lids for trashcans are easily accessed if removed so they can be placed back on the cans when needed. RATED LICENSE ASSESSMENT I reminded you that the hold harmless state has been extended related to the rated license assessments. You be updated as more information is available. Programs that were listed in cohorts 1 and 2 will only go through the Environment Rating Scales or rated license assessment if they volunteer to do so. I encourage you to refer to the NCRLAP website at https://ncrlap.org and Franklin-Granville-Vance Smart Start, for more information. You can find information on the new ECERS-3 that will be used from February 1, 2025, going forward, to assess applicable programs. There are webinars and books available for review and purchase. Please contact me if you have any questions. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all applicable laws and rules. The best way to do so is to periodically review the child care laws and rules. The current rule book dated November 1, 2024, is available at the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. There are also modules reviewing the new Child Care Rules available on Moodle, which can be found on the Division website. I recommend you frequently click the “What’s New” tab to stay informed of all updates on the DCDEE website. Please feel free to contact me at (984) 867-7089 or email at Felicia.faison@dhhs.nc.gov for questions and assistance. If needed my mailing address is PO Box 61161, Raleigh NC 27661. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at (252) 373-9809. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: PRECIOUS BEGINNINGS CHILDCARE CENTER Facility ID: 35000162 Consultant: FELICIA FAISON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/30/2024 Number Present: 51 Completed Date: 7/30/2024 Age: From 0 To 8 Total Minutes: 263 Time In: 09:12 AM Time Out: 01:35 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit today was to monitor compliance with child care requirements applicable to an annual compliance visit. You, S. Jessup, administrator, arrived shortly after the visit began and assisted with its completion. Currently, this center operates with a Three-Star license issued on February 4, 2021, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, two (2) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on August 9, 2023. The last sanitation inspection was completed June 6, 2024, earning a Superior rating. The last fire inspection was conducted December 12, 2023, and the facility was approved for daytime care only. Children were observed participating in outdoor play, activity center play and teacher directed art projects at tables. Interactions between teachers and children were observed to be nurturing in nature. FACILITY PROFILE This facility is owned by Summer’s PBCC, Inc. The corporation listed as owner of this facility is documented as current and active in the Secretary of State Database and is required to remain so per child care rules. I reviewed contact information for the owner and the facility with you and you verified the current information listed with DCDEE remains correct. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Three (3) outlets on a power strip near the mini fridge in space #1 were uncovered. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. The staff person hired 6/6/24 has a TB test on file dated 1/20/23. .0701(a) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. A child enrolled 1/3/23 did not have a medical exam completed until 2/15/23. GS110-91(1) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. A child enrolled 1/3/23 did not have an immunization report on file until 2/15/23. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance can be mailed or emailed to me and must be received by August 13, 2024. If mailing, you must submit two (2) signed and dated copies. My mailing and email addresses are noted at the bottom. The letter of compliance must detail how the violations were corrected. Please be aware any written information you submit regarding the correction of the violation is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all submitted information is accurate and truthful. If it is determined that submitted information was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 90% over an eighteen (18) month period. CHILDREN RECORDS I reviewed ten (10) percent or more of children’s records and a violation was documented. A child enrolled on 1/3/23 did not complete a health assessment until 2/15/23. The same child did not have an immunization report on file until 2/15/23. Children are required to have these completed forms on file within thirty (30) days of enrollment. This ensures they are medically cleared to participate in regular activities in early childhood education. We discussed requiring that medical reports and immunization records be on file within fifteen (15) days to ensure it is within the required thirty (30) days. Only if this works with= your program. STAFF RECORDS I also reviewed all new staff and ten (10) percent, or more, of remaining staff records and a violation was documented. The staff person hired 6/6/24 has a TB test on file that was completed 1/20/23. When staff are hired the TB screening/test and medical report cannot be more than twelve (12) months old. This ensures there have not been any medical changes since the last health assessment that may affect their ability to perform required caregiving activities/routines. SAFETY & HEALTH I observed three (3) uncovered outlets on a power strip by the mini fridge in space #1. All outlets, including those on power strips, must be covered when not in use no matter how high from the floor they are. This ensures children cannot access or use them improperly which could result in injury. When notified the teacher promptly placed covers on those outlets. Therefore, this violation was corrected during the visit. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE & REMINDERS Technical assistance given regarding having the mulch tilled and redistributed, especially at the slide exits. The surfacing appears slightly compacted but measures at least six inches in several areas. Continue to remind teachers to replace the lids to their trash cans if they ever have cause to remove them. This will ensure that they are not lost and that they have place to dispose of any bio-contaminated items such as tissues used to wipe noses or clean injuries, etc. I recommend that you keep a watch on your fence and monitor that it remains at the required four (4) foot height or higher in all sections. If the fence height falls below four (4) feet when measured a violation will be documented. Adding yellow tubing to the top of the fencing is one way to help meet the height requirement. Technical assistance discussed monitoring walls in each space and bathroom for signs of peeling paint or wallpaper. All walls should be in good repair and if the children began peeling the walls they attempt to eat the paint/paper. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all applicable laws and rules. The best way to do so is to periodically review the child care laws and rules. The current rule book dated January 1, 2024, is available at the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Modules reviewing the new Child Care Rules are now available on Moodle, which can be found on the Division website. I recommend you frequently click the “What’s New” tab to stay informed of all updates on the DCDEE website. Please feel free to contact me at (984) 867-7089 or email at Felicia.faison@dhhs.nc.gov for questions and assistance. If needed my mailing address is PO Box 61161, Raleigh NC 27661. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at (252) 373-9809. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: PRECIOUS BEGINNINGS CHILDCARE CENTER Facility ID: 35000162 Consultant: FELICIA FAISON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/30/2024 Number Present: 51 Completed Date: 7/30/2024 Age: From 0 To 8 Total Minutes: 263 Time In: 09:12 AM Time Out: 01:35 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit today was to monitor compliance with child care requirements applicable to an annual compliance visit. You, S. Jessup, administrator, arrived shortly after the visit began and assisted with its completion. Currently, this center operates with a Three-Star license issued on February 4, 2021, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, two (2) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on August 9, 2023. The last sanitation inspection was completed June 6, 2024, earning a Superior rating. The last fire inspection was conducted December 12, 2023, and the facility was approved for daytime care only. Children were observed participating in outdoor play, activity center play and teacher directed art projects at tables. Interactions between teachers and children were observed to be nurturing in nature. FACILITY PROFILE This facility is owned by Summer’s PBCC, Inc. The corporation listed as owner of this facility is documented as current and active in the Secretary of State Database and is required to remain so per child care rules. I reviewed contact information for the owner and the facility with you and you verified the current information listed with DCDEE remains correct. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Three (3) outlets on a power strip near the mini fridge in space #1 were uncovered. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. The staff person hired 6/6/24 has a TB test on file dated 1/20/23. .0701(a) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. A child enrolled 1/3/23 did not have a medical exam completed until 2/15/23. GS110-91(1) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. A child enrolled 1/3/23 did not have an immunization report on file until 2/15/23. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance can be mailed or emailed to me and must be received by August 13, 2024. If mailing, you must submit two (2) signed and dated copies. My mailing and email addresses are noted at the bottom. The letter of compliance must detail how the violations were corrected. Please be aware any written information you submit regarding the correction of the violation is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all submitted information is accurate and truthful. If it is determined that submitted information was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 90% over an eighteen (18) month period. CHILDREN RECORDS I reviewed ten (10) percent or more of children’s records and a violation was documented. A child enrolled on 1/3/23 did not complete a health assessment until 2/15/23. The same child did not have an immunization report on file until 2/15/23. Children are required to have these completed forms on file within thirty (30) days of enrollment. This ensures they are medically cleared to participate in regular activities in early childhood education. We discussed requiring that medical reports and immunization records be on file within fifteen (15) days to ensure it is within the required thirty (30) days. Only if this works with= your program. STAFF RECORDS I also reviewed all new staff and ten (10) percent, or more, of remaining staff records and a violation was documented. The staff person hired 6/6/24 has a TB test on file that was completed 1/20/23. When staff are hired the TB screening/test and medical report cannot be more than twelve (12) months old. This ensures there have not been any medical changes since the last health assessment that may affect their ability to perform required caregiving activities/routines. SAFETY & HEALTH I observed three (3) uncovered outlets on a power strip by the mini fridge in space #1. All outlets, including those on power strips, must be covered when not in use no matter how high from the floor they are. This ensures children cannot access or use them improperly which could result in injury. When notified the teacher promptly placed covers on those outlets. Therefore, this violation was corrected during the visit. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE & REMINDERS Technical assistance given regarding having the mulch tilled and redistributed, especially at the slide exits. The surfacing appears slightly compacted but measures at least six inches in several areas. Continue to remind teachers to replace the lids to their trash cans if they ever have cause to remove them. This will ensure that they are not lost and that they have place to dispose of any bio-contaminated items such as tissues used to wipe noses or clean injuries, etc. I recommend that you keep a watch on your fence and monitor that it remains at the required four (4) foot height or higher in all sections. If the fence height falls below four (4) feet when measured a violation will be documented. Adding yellow tubing to the top of the fencing is one way to help meet the height requirement. Technical assistance discussed monitoring walls in each space and bathroom for signs of peeling paint or wallpaper. All walls should be in good repair and if the children began peeling the walls they attempt to eat the paint/paper. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all applicable laws and rules. The best way to do so is to periodically review the child care laws and rules. The current rule book dated January 1, 2024, is available at the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Modules reviewing the new Child Care Rules are now available on Moodle, which can be found on the Division website. I recommend you frequently click the “What’s New” tab to stay informed of all updates on the DCDEE website. Please feel free to contact me at (984) 867-7089 or email at Felicia.faison@dhhs.nc.gov for questions and assistance. If needed my mailing address is PO Box 61161, Raleigh NC 27661. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at (252) 373-9809. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: PRECIOUS BEGINNINGS CHILDCARE CENTER Facility ID: 35000162 Consultant: FELICIA FAISON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/30/2024 Number Present: 51 Completed Date: 7/30/2024 Age: From 0 To 8 Total Minutes: 263 Time In: 09:12 AM Time Out: 01:35 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit today was to monitor compliance with child care requirements applicable to an annual compliance visit. You, S. Jessup, administrator, arrived shortly after the visit began and assisted with its completion. Currently, this center operates with a Three-Star license issued on February 4, 2021, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, two (2) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on August 9, 2023. The last sanitation inspection was completed June 6, 2024, earning a Superior rating. The last fire inspection was conducted December 12, 2023, and the facility was approved for daytime care only. Children were observed participating in outdoor play, activity center play and teacher directed art projects at tables. Interactions between teachers and children were observed to be nurturing in nature. FACILITY PROFILE This facility is owned by Summer’s PBCC, Inc. The corporation listed as owner of this facility is documented as current and active in the Secretary of State Database and is required to remain so per child care rules. I reviewed contact information for the owner and the facility with you and you verified the current information listed with DCDEE remains correct. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Three (3) outlets on a power strip near the mini fridge in space #1 were uncovered. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. The staff person hired 6/6/24 has a TB test on file dated 1/20/23. .0701(a) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. A child enrolled 1/3/23 did not have a medical exam completed until 2/15/23. GS110-91(1) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. A child enrolled 1/3/23 did not have an immunization report on file until 2/15/23. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance can be mailed or emailed to me and must be received by August 13, 2024. If mailing, you must submit two (2) signed and dated copies. My mailing and email addresses are noted at the bottom. The letter of compliance must detail how the violations were corrected. Please be aware any written information you submit regarding the correction of the violation is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all submitted information is accurate and truthful. If it is determined that submitted information was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 90% over an eighteen (18) month period. CHILDREN RECORDS I reviewed ten (10) percent or more of children’s records and a violation was documented. A child enrolled on 1/3/23 did not complete a health assessment until 2/15/23. The same child did not have an immunization report on file until 2/15/23. Children are required to have these completed forms on file within thirty (30) days of enrollment. This ensures they are medically cleared to participate in regular activities in early childhood education. We discussed requiring that medical reports and immunization records be on file within fifteen (15) days to ensure it is within the required thirty (30) days. Only if this works with= your program. STAFF RECORDS I also reviewed all new staff and ten (10) percent, or more, of remaining staff records and a violation was documented. The staff person hired 6/6/24 has a TB test on file that was completed 1/20/23. When staff are hired the TB screening/test and medical report cannot be more than twelve (12) months old. This ensures there have not been any medical changes since the last health assessment that may affect their ability to perform required caregiving activities/routines. SAFETY & HEALTH I observed three (3) uncovered outlets on a power strip by the mini fridge in space #1. All outlets, including those on power strips, must be covered when not in use no matter how high from the floor they are. This ensures children cannot access or use them improperly which could result in injury. When notified the teacher promptly placed covers on those outlets. Therefore, this violation was corrected during the visit. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE & REMINDERS Technical assistance given regarding having the mulch tilled and redistributed, especially at the slide exits. The surfacing appears slightly compacted but measures at least six inches in several areas. Continue to remind teachers to replace the lids to their trash cans if they ever have cause to remove them. This will ensure that they are not lost and that they have place to dispose of any bio-contaminated items such as tissues used to wipe noses or clean injuries, etc. I recommend that you keep a watch on your fence and monitor that it remains at the required four (4) foot height or higher in all sections. If the fence height falls below four (4) feet when measured a violation will be documented. Adding yellow tubing to the top of the fencing is one way to help meet the height requirement. Technical assistance discussed monitoring walls in each space and bathroom for signs of peeling paint or wallpaper. All walls should be in good repair and if the children began peeling the walls they attempt to eat the paint/paper. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all applicable laws and rules. The best way to do so is to periodically review the child care laws and rules. The current rule book dated January 1, 2024, is available at the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Modules reviewing the new Child Care Rules are now available on Moodle, which can be found on the Division website. I recommend you frequently click the “What’s New” tab to stay informed of all updates on the DCDEE website. Please feel free to contact me at (984) 867-7089 or email at Felicia.faison@dhhs.nc.gov for questions and assistance. If needed my mailing address is PO Box 61161, Raleigh NC 27661. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at (252) 373-9809. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: PRECIOUS BEGINNINGS CHILDCARE CENTER Facility ID: 35000162 Consultant: FELICIA FAISON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/9/2023 Number Present: 39 Completed Date: 8/9/2023 Age: From 0 To 12 Total Minutes: 288 Time In: 09:12 AM Time Out: 02:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit today was to monitor compliance with child care requirements applicable to an annual compliance visit. You, S. Jessup, administrator, arrived shortly after the visit began and assisted with its completion. Currently, this center operates with a Three-Star license issued on February 4, 2021, earning four (4) points in the Education Component, two (2) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on August 25, 2022. The last sanitation inspection was completed June 29, 2023, earning a Superior rating. The last fire inspection was conducted December 21, 2022, and the facility was approved for daytime care only. Children were observed participating in free choice activity center play and group time where the teacher reviewed health foods. I also observed the class for two (2) and three (3) year oldie's reviewing shapes along with a song. Observed interactions between teachers and children were nurturing in nature. FACILITY PROFILE This facility is owned by Summer’s PBCC, Inc. The corporation listed as owner of this facility is documented as current and active in the Secretary of State Database and is required to remain so per child care rules. I reviewed contact information for the owner and the facility with you and you verified the current information listed with DCDEE remains correct. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.There is a bolt missing from the top of bridge rail of the large play structure located on playground #2. A cracked plastic treasure chest lid and blue roof of a little tikes play house on playground #1 were cracked. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. The staff bathroom was unlocked, and an aerosol container of air freshener is stored in the room. .2820(b) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. The wood mulch surfacing is measuring below six (6) inches in several areas on playground #1 and #2. .0605(k)(1-4) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance can be mailed or emailed to me and must be received by August 23, 2023. If mailing, you must submit two (2) signed and dated copies. My mailing and email addresses are noted at the bottom. The letter of compliance must detail how the violations were corrected. Please be aware any written information you submit regarding the correction of the violation is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all submitted information is accurate and truthful. If it is determined that submitted information was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 85% over an eighteen (18) month period. CHILDREN RECORDS I reviewed ten (10) percent or more of children files, and they were found to be in compliance with Child Care Rules. STAFF RECORDS I also reviewed ten (10) percent, or more, and they were found to be in compliance. OUTDOOR AREA While monitoring the playgrounds I noted that there areas around the play equipment on playground #1 and #2 that measure 4.5 and five (5) inches. Technical assistance given regarding having the mulch tilled and redistributed. Then re-measuring to ensure it is at least six (6) inches deep as more mulch may need to be added if it does not. The surfacing appears compacted and has grass growing in some areas. I observed that there is a bolt missing on the left side of the bridge of the large play structure housed on playground #2. A replacement should be inserted to ensure the railing is secure and properly installed. I recommend children not play on the structure until it is replaced. Ensure that when staff check the playgrounds they remove all cracked storage bins, lids and any little tyke play equipment that may be damaged. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE & REMINDERS Please be reminded that the staff person hired 5/16/23 must complete the required CPR and First Aid training by August 16th. Technical assistance discussed that all classrooms have access to the lid that goes to their trashcans. There must be a plastic lined trash can available where bio-contaminants, such as tissue used to wipe a nose, may be disposed of. It may be a small, lidded trash can as well. I recommend that you keep a watch on your fence and monitor that it remains at the required four (4) foot height or higher in all sections. If the fence height falls below four (4) feet when measured a violation will be documented. Adding yellow tubing to the top of the fencing is one way to help meet the height requirement. The center’s EPR plan should be updated noting that I am the assigned Child Care Consultant now. Printing the cover page or page 28 will show the date of all reviews or revisions made to the plan as documentation. The plan is required to be at least reviewed annually even if no updates are required. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all applicable laws and rules. The best way to do so is to periodically review the child care laws and rules. The current rule book dated July 1, 2023, is available at the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Modules reviewing the new Child Care Rules are now available on Moodle, which can be found on the Division website. I recommend you frequently click the “What’s New” tab to stay informed of all updates on the DCDEE website. Please feel free to contact me at (984) 867-7089 or email at Felicia.faison@dhhs.nc.gov for questions and assistance. If needed my mailing address is PO Box 61161, Raleigh NC 27661. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at (252) 373-9809. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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