Crescent Head Start

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: CRESCENT HEAD START Facility ID: 39000247 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/25/2024 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 9/25/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 90 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 10:40 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 applicable childcare requirements during the facility's Routine Unannounced visit. Upon my arrival I was greeted by Ms. Sanders and Ms. Wright who assisted me during today’s visit. I completed a general walkthrough of the indoor area. The children in care were observed in circle time, centers, toileting and washing hands. Currently this facility operates with a Five (5) Star license that was issued August 2nd, 2024. The fire inspection was completed 3/8/24. The sanitation inspection was conducted on 1/24/24. The last fire drill conducted was 9/17/24. The last shelter in place and lock down drill was9/17/24. The last playground inspection conducted was 9/18/24. During today’s visit, partial assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements was conducted. The following items were observed in compliance during today's visit: license posted, and restrictions followed, summary of law posted, supervision, staff: child ratio within compliance, First Aid/CPR training current. Daily schedules posted, activity plans posted, menus posted, allergies posted, and criminal record checks completed, Storage of hazardous materials were in compliance. One violation was observed, documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter one child care provider A. Wright did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check. The letter for A. Wright expired 8/1/24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 10-9-24, 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 considered legal documentation. 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 compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. 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. Mail or email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant (202 Edinburgh Street) Stem, NC 27581 Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical Assistance Criminal Background checks are to be redone every 5 years. Background screenings are needed to provide a safe program environment, support children’s health and safety and are important for preventing child maltreatment in early care and education programs. Background screenings can help by identifying applicants with unsafe backgrounds and risk factors, such as a history of violent behaviors or drug use.1Interviews allow programs to get to know potential staff, identify their strengths, competencies, and any risk factors. Background screening for current staff allows programs to watch for potential threats to child health and safety and address them accordingly. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. 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: CRESCENT HEAD START Facility ID: 39000247 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/25/2024 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 9/25/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 90 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 10:40 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 applicable childcare requirements during the facility's Routine Unannounced visit. Upon my arrival I was greeted by Ms. Sanders and Ms. Wright who assisted me during today’s visit. I completed a general walkthrough of the indoor area. The children in care were observed in circle time, centers, toileting and washing hands. Currently this facility operates with a Five (5) Star license that was issued August 2nd, 2024. The fire inspection was completed 3/8/24. The sanitation inspection was conducted on 1/24/24. The last fire drill conducted was 9/17/24. The last shelter in place and lock down drill was9/17/24. The last playground inspection conducted was 9/18/24. During today’s visit, partial assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements was conducted. The following items were observed in compliance during today's visit: license posted, and restrictions followed, summary of law posted, supervision, staff: child ratio within compliance, First Aid/CPR training current. Daily schedules posted, activity plans posted, menus posted, allergies posted, and criminal record checks completed, Storage of hazardous materials were in compliance. One violation was observed, documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter one child care provider A. Wright did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check. The letter for A. Wright expired 8/1/24. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 10-9-24, 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 considered legal documentation. 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 compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. 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. Mail or email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant (202 Edinburgh Street) Stem, NC 27581 Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical Assistance Criminal Background checks are to be redone every 5 years. Background screenings are needed to provide a safe program environment, support children’s health and safety and are important for preventing child maltreatment in early care and education programs. Background screenings can help by identifying applicants with unsafe backgrounds and risk factors, such as a history of violent behaviors or drug use.1Interviews allow programs to get to know potential staff, identify their strengths, competencies, and any risk factors. Background screening for current staff allows programs to watch for potential threats to child health and safety and address them accordingly. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. 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 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: CRESCENT HEAD START Facility ID: 39000247 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/21/2024 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 2/21/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 165 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp w/Rated Lic Assess Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance unannounced visit. Ms. S. Sanders, the lead teacher, assisted me during the visit. Your program currently operates with a Five-Star issued June 8th, 2018. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was one hundred percent (98%) as of 2/21/24. 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 compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on (2/20/24) and FRANKLIN VANCE WARREN OPPORTUNITY INC was listed as current- active. A full assessment and walk-through of the facility was completed today. The following was observed: license posted, and restrictions followed, summary of law posted, attendance taken daily, emergency medical care plan posted, activity plans posted, daily schedule posted, menus posted, allergies posted, storage of hazardous materials and substances, CPR/First Aid and training completed as required, and Criminal Record Checks completed as required. I also observed children in the indoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children throughout the facility were participating in morning snack, brushing teeth, group time, centers, transitions, and personal care routines. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. I reviewed all staff files during today’s visit. A Staff and Training Worksheet was e-mailed to Ms. D. Floyd prior to today’s visit. I received the Staff and Training Worksheet and reviewed it for compliance before today’s visit. A sampling of Children’s files (ten percent of enrollment) was reviewed today. Emergency drill log: Shelter and lock down drills on 12/15/24. Next one due in March 2024. Fire drill: 2/12/24. Fire Inspection: 3/8/23. Sanitation Inspection: 1/29/24. Playground checklist. The last documented playground checklist was on 12/15/23. The staff did provide a document of a playground check in January 2024, but it was not on the playground inspection checklist provided by the division. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. One violation was cited during today’s visit. However, it was corrected during today’s visit. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure compliance. Violation Number Comment Rule 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Monthly playground inspections were not documented on the playground inspection checklist since 12/15/23. .0605(q) Staff Reminders Ms. Wright’s Criminal background will expire on August 1st, 2024. Ms. Wright and Ms. Sanders First Aid and CPR will expire on August 30th, 2024. Please plan to get these things done before they expire. Staff please upload education into WORKS as soon as possible. Technical Assistance SECTION .0600 - SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS 10A NCAC 09 .0601 SAFE ENVIRONMENT (a) A safe indoor and outdoor environment shall be provided for the children in care in accordance with rules in this Section. (b) All equipment and furnishings shall be in good repair. All commercially manufactured equipment and furnishings shall be assembled and installed according to procedures specified by the manufacturer. For equipment and furnishings purchased after September 1, 2017, the manufacturer's instructions shall be kept on file or electronically accessible, if available. (c) Equipment and furnishings shall be sturdy, stable, and free of hazards that may injure children including sharp edges, lead based or peeling paint, rust, loose nails, splinters, protrusions (excluding nuts and bolts on sides of fences), and pinch and crush points. (d) All equipment and furnishings not meeting the requirements of Paragraphs (b) and (c) of this Rule shall be removed from the premises immediately or made inaccessible to the children. (e) Each child care center shall provide equipment and furnishings that are child-size or that can be adapted use by children. Chairs and tables shall be of appropriate height for the children who will be using them. (f) Each child care center shall be free of lead poisoning hazards as defined in G.S. 130A-131.7(7). 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (p) Once a day, prior to initial use, the indoor and outdoor premises shall be checked for debris, vandalism, and broken equipment. Debris shall be removed and disposed of. 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS (q) Following completion of playground safety training as required by Rule .1102(e) of this Chapter, a monthly playground inspection shall be conducted by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. A trained administrator or staff person shall make a record of each inspection using a playground inspection checklist provided by the Division. The checklist shall be signed by the person who conducts the inspection and shall be maintained for 12 months in the center's files for review by a representative of the Division. The playground inspection checklist may be found online at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/providers/credent.asp. The playground inspection includes a checklist of items related to safety, surfacing, and equipment quality. Rated License Information The facility is in cohort 1. Preparation Year: July 1, 2023-June 30, 2024. Reassessment Year: July 1, 2024-June 30, 2025. If possible, we will align the reassessment with your annual compliance visit timeframe. Once you are ready to have the assessment done, please complete the request form I left with you today. You were provided with an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Both are available on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ , on the home page under the ‘Services’ tab. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/ . Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: CRESCENT HEAD START Facility ID: 39000247 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/21/2024 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 2/21/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 165 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp w/Rated Lic Assess Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance unannounced visit. Ms. S. Sanders, the lead teacher, assisted me during the visit. Your program currently operates with a Five-Star issued June 8th, 2018. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was one hundred percent (98%) as of 2/21/24. 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 compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on (2/20/24) and FRANKLIN VANCE WARREN OPPORTUNITY INC was listed as current- active. A full assessment and walk-through of the facility was completed today. The following was observed: license posted, and restrictions followed, summary of law posted, attendance taken daily, emergency medical care plan posted, activity plans posted, daily schedule posted, menus posted, allergies posted, storage of hazardous materials and substances, CPR/First Aid and training completed as required, and Criminal Record Checks completed as required. I also observed children in the indoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children throughout the facility were participating in morning snack, brushing teeth, group time, centers, transitions, and personal care routines. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. I reviewed all staff files during today’s visit. A Staff and Training Worksheet was e-mailed to Ms. D. Floyd prior to today’s visit. I received the Staff and Training Worksheet and reviewed it for compliance before today’s visit. A sampling of Children’s files (ten percent of enrollment) was reviewed today. Emergency drill log: Shelter and lock down drills on 12/15/24. Next one due in March 2024. Fire drill: 2/12/24. Fire Inspection: 3/8/23. Sanitation Inspection: 1/29/24. Playground checklist. The last documented playground checklist was on 12/15/23. The staff did provide a document of a playground check in January 2024, but it was not on the playground inspection checklist provided by the division. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. One violation was cited during today’s visit. However, it was corrected during today’s visit. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure compliance. Violation Number Comment Rule 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Monthly playground inspections were not documented on the playground inspection checklist since 12/15/23. .0605(q) Staff Reminders Ms. Wright’s Criminal background will expire on August 1st, 2024. Ms. Wright and Ms. Sanders First Aid and CPR will expire on August 30th, 2024. Please plan to get these things done before they expire. Staff please upload education into WORKS as soon as possible. Technical Assistance SECTION .0600 - SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS 10A NCAC 09 .0601 SAFE ENVIRONMENT (a) A safe indoor and outdoor environment shall be provided for the children in care in accordance with rules in this Section. (b) All equipment and furnishings shall be in good repair. All commercially manufactured equipment and furnishings shall be assembled and installed according to procedures specified by the manufacturer. For equipment and furnishings purchased after September 1, 2017, the manufacturer's instructions shall be kept on file or electronically accessible, if available. (c) Equipment and furnishings shall be sturdy, stable, and free of hazards that may injure children including sharp edges, lead based or peeling paint, rust, loose nails, splinters, protrusions (excluding nuts and bolts on sides of fences), and pinch and crush points. (d) All equipment and furnishings not meeting the requirements of Paragraphs (b) and (c) of this Rule shall be removed from the premises immediately or made inaccessible to the children. (e) Each child care center shall provide equipment and furnishings that are child-size or that can be adapted use by children. Chairs and tables shall be of appropriate height for the children who will be using them. (f) Each child care center shall be free of lead poisoning hazards as defined in G.S. 130A-131.7(7). 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (p) Once a day, prior to initial use, the indoor and outdoor premises shall be checked for debris, vandalism, and broken equipment. Debris shall be removed and disposed of. 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS (q) Following completion of playground safety training as required by Rule .1102(e) of this Chapter, a monthly playground inspection shall be conducted by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. A trained administrator or staff person shall make a record of each inspection using a playground inspection checklist provided by the Division. The checklist shall be signed by the person who conducts the inspection and shall be maintained for 12 months in the center's files for review by a representative of the Division. The playground inspection checklist may be found online at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/providers/credent.asp. The playground inspection includes a checklist of items related to safety, surfacing, and equipment quality. Rated License Information The facility is in cohort 1. Preparation Year: July 1, 2023-June 30, 2024. Reassessment Year: July 1, 2024-June 30, 2025. If possible, we will align the reassessment with your annual compliance visit timeframe. Once you are ready to have the assessment done, please complete the request form I left with you today. You were provided with an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Both are available on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ , on the home page under the ‘Services’ tab. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/ . Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. 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 .0605 · Violation

Name of Operation: CRESCENT HEAD START Facility ID: 39000247 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/21/2024 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 2/21/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 165 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp w/Rated Lic Assess Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance unannounced visit. Ms. S. Sanders, the lead teacher, assisted me during the visit. Your program currently operates with a Five-Star issued June 8th, 2018. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was one hundred percent (98%) as of 2/21/24. 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 compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on (2/20/24) and FRANKLIN VANCE WARREN OPPORTUNITY INC was listed as current- active. A full assessment and walk-through of the facility was completed today. The following was observed: license posted, and restrictions followed, summary of law posted, attendance taken daily, emergency medical care plan posted, activity plans posted, daily schedule posted, menus posted, allergies posted, storage of hazardous materials and substances, CPR/First Aid and training completed as required, and Criminal Record Checks completed as required. I also observed children in the indoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children throughout the facility were participating in morning snack, brushing teeth, group time, centers, transitions, and personal care routines. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. I reviewed all staff files during today’s visit. A Staff and Training Worksheet was e-mailed to Ms. D. Floyd prior to today’s visit. I received the Staff and Training Worksheet and reviewed it for compliance before today’s visit. A sampling of Children’s files (ten percent of enrollment) was reviewed today. Emergency drill log: Shelter and lock down drills on 12/15/24. Next one due in March 2024. Fire drill: 2/12/24. Fire Inspection: 3/8/23. Sanitation Inspection: 1/29/24. Playground checklist. The last documented playground checklist was on 12/15/23. The staff did provide a document of a playground check in January 2024, but it was not on the playground inspection checklist provided by the division. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. One violation was cited during today’s visit. However, it was corrected during today’s visit. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure compliance. Violation Number Comment Rule 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Monthly playground inspections were not documented on the playground inspection checklist since 12/15/23. .0605(q) Staff Reminders Ms. Wright’s Criminal background will expire on August 1st, 2024. Ms. Wright and Ms. Sanders First Aid and CPR will expire on August 30th, 2024. Please plan to get these things done before they expire. Staff please upload education into WORKS as soon as possible. Technical Assistance SECTION .0600 - SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS 10A NCAC 09 .0601 SAFE ENVIRONMENT (a) A safe indoor and outdoor environment shall be provided for the children in care in accordance with rules in this Section. (b) All equipment and furnishings shall be in good repair. All commercially manufactured equipment and furnishings shall be assembled and installed according to procedures specified by the manufacturer. For equipment and furnishings purchased after September 1, 2017, the manufacturer's instructions shall be kept on file or electronically accessible, if available. (c) Equipment and furnishings shall be sturdy, stable, and free of hazards that may injure children including sharp edges, lead based or peeling paint, rust, loose nails, splinters, protrusions (excluding nuts and bolts on sides of fences), and pinch and crush points. (d) All equipment and furnishings not meeting the requirements of Paragraphs (b) and (c) of this Rule shall be removed from the premises immediately or made inaccessible to the children. (e) Each child care center shall provide equipment and furnishings that are child-size or that can be adapted use by children. Chairs and tables shall be of appropriate height for the children who will be using them. (f) Each child care center shall be free of lead poisoning hazards as defined in G.S. 130A-131.7(7). 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (p) Once a day, prior to initial use, the indoor and outdoor premises shall be checked for debris, vandalism, and broken equipment. Debris shall be removed and disposed of. 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS (q) Following completion of playground safety training as required by Rule .1102(e) of this Chapter, a monthly playground inspection shall be conducted by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. A trained administrator or staff person shall make a record of each inspection using a playground inspection checklist provided by the Division. The checklist shall be signed by the person who conducts the inspection and shall be maintained for 12 months in the center's files for review by a representative of the Division. The playground inspection checklist may be found online at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/providers/credent.asp. The playground inspection includes a checklist of items related to safety, surfacing, and equipment quality. Rated License Information The facility is in cohort 1. Preparation Year: July 1, 2023-June 30, 2024. Reassessment Year: July 1, 2024-June 30, 2025. If possible, we will align the reassessment with your annual compliance visit timeframe. Once you are ready to have the assessment done, please complete the request form I left with you today. You were provided with an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Both are available on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ , on the home page under the ‘Services’ tab. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/ . Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. 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: CRESCENT HEAD START Facility ID: 39000247 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/21/2024 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 2/21/2024 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 165 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp w/Rated Lic Assess Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance unannounced visit. Ms. S. Sanders, the lead teacher, assisted me during the visit. Your program currently operates with a Five-Star issued June 8th, 2018. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was one hundred percent (98%) as of 2/21/24. 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 compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on (2/20/24) and FRANKLIN VANCE WARREN OPPORTUNITY INC was listed as current- active. A full assessment and walk-through of the facility was completed today. The following was observed: license posted, and restrictions followed, summary of law posted, attendance taken daily, emergency medical care plan posted, activity plans posted, daily schedule posted, menus posted, allergies posted, storage of hazardous materials and substances, CPR/First Aid and training completed as required, and Criminal Record Checks completed as required. I also observed children in the indoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children throughout the facility were participating in morning snack, brushing teeth, group time, centers, transitions, and personal care routines. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. I reviewed all staff files during today’s visit. A Staff and Training Worksheet was e-mailed to Ms. D. Floyd prior to today’s visit. I received the Staff and Training Worksheet and reviewed it for compliance before today’s visit. A sampling of Children’s files (ten percent of enrollment) was reviewed today. Emergency drill log: Shelter and lock down drills on 12/15/24. Next one due in March 2024. Fire drill: 2/12/24. Fire Inspection: 3/8/23. Sanitation Inspection: 1/29/24. Playground checklist. The last documented playground checklist was on 12/15/23. The staff did provide a document of a playground check in January 2024, but it was not on the playground inspection checklist provided by the division. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. One violation was cited during today’s visit. However, it was corrected during today’s visit. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure compliance. Violation Number Comment Rule 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Monthly playground inspections were not documented on the playground inspection checklist since 12/15/23. .0605(q) Staff Reminders Ms. Wright’s Criminal background will expire on August 1st, 2024. Ms. Wright and Ms. Sanders First Aid and CPR will expire on August 30th, 2024. Please plan to get these things done before they expire. Staff please upload education into WORKS as soon as possible. Technical Assistance SECTION .0600 - SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS 10A NCAC 09 .0601 SAFE ENVIRONMENT (a) A safe indoor and outdoor environment shall be provided for the children in care in accordance with rules in this Section. (b) All equipment and furnishings shall be in good repair. All commercially manufactured equipment and furnishings shall be assembled and installed according to procedures specified by the manufacturer. For equipment and furnishings purchased after September 1, 2017, the manufacturer's instructions shall be kept on file or electronically accessible, if available. (c) Equipment and furnishings shall be sturdy, stable, and free of hazards that may injure children including sharp edges, lead based or peeling paint, rust, loose nails, splinters, protrusions (excluding nuts and bolts on sides of fences), and pinch and crush points. (d) All equipment and furnishings not meeting the requirements of Paragraphs (b) and (c) of this Rule shall be removed from the premises immediately or made inaccessible to the children. (e) Each child care center shall provide equipment and furnishings that are child-size or that can be adapted use by children. Chairs and tables shall be of appropriate height for the children who will be using them. (f) Each child care center shall be free of lead poisoning hazards as defined in G.S. 130A-131.7(7). 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (p) Once a day, prior to initial use, the indoor and outdoor premises shall be checked for debris, vandalism, and broken equipment. Debris shall be removed and disposed of. 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS (q) Following completion of playground safety training as required by Rule .1102(e) of this Chapter, a monthly playground inspection shall be conducted by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. A trained administrator or staff person shall make a record of each inspection using a playground inspection checklist provided by the Division. The checklist shall be signed by the person who conducts the inspection and shall be maintained for 12 months in the center's files for review by a representative of the Division. The playground inspection checklist may be found online at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/providers/credent.asp. The playground inspection includes a checklist of items related to safety, surfacing, and equipment quality. Rated License Information The facility is in cohort 1. Preparation Year: July 1, 2023-June 30, 2024. Reassessment Year: July 1, 2024-June 30, 2025. If possible, we will align the reassessment with your annual compliance visit timeframe. Once you are ready to have the assessment done, please complete the request form I left with you today. You were provided with an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Both are available on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ , on the home page under the ‘Services’ tab. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/ . Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. 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 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: CRESCENT HEAD START Facility ID: 39000247 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/25/2023 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 9/25/2023 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 105 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 11:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a routine unannounced visit. Ms. Sanders and Ms. Wright assisted me with the visit today. Your program currently operates with a Five-Star issued June 8th, 2018. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was 100% as of 9/25/23. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children throughout the facility were participating in group time, free play in activity areas, transitions, and personal care routines. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. Fire (3/8/23) and sanitation (3/14/23) inspections remain current. The last fire drill was conducted on 9/12/23. Shelter and lock down drills are due by 9/30/23. The outdoor check list is due by 9/30/23. One violation was cited during today’s visit; the provider did ask questions about the topics below to ensure the facility stays in compliance. Violation Number Comment Rule 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions.Part of the outdoor play area was not enclosed by a fence with a minium height of 4 feet.Parts of the top of the fence that is less than 6 feet was not free from protrusions. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 10-9-23, 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 considered legal documentation. 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 compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. 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. Mail or email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant (202 Edinburgh Street) Stem, NC 27581 Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical Assistance SECTION .0600 - SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS 10A NCAC 09 .0601 SAFE ENVIRONMENT (b) All equipment and furnishings shall be in good repair. (c) Equipment and furnishings shall be sturdy, stable, and free of hazards that may injure children including sharp edges, lead based or peeling paint, rust, loose nails, splinters, protrusions (excluding nuts and bolts on sides of fences), and pinch and crush points. 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS (i) The outdoor play area shall be protected by a fence. The height shall be a minimum of four feet and the top of the fence shall be free of protrusions. The requirement disallowing protrusions on the tops of fences shall not apply to fences six feet high or above. For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at 919-939-7519 or via email at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. 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 .0605 · Violation

Name of Operation: CRESCENT HEAD START Facility ID: 39000247 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/25/2023 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 9/25/2023 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 105 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 11:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a routine unannounced visit. Ms. Sanders and Ms. Wright assisted me with the visit today. Your program currently operates with a Five-Star issued June 8th, 2018. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was 100% as of 9/25/23. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children throughout the facility were participating in group time, free play in activity areas, transitions, and personal care routines. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. Fire (3/8/23) and sanitation (3/14/23) inspections remain current. The last fire drill was conducted on 9/12/23. Shelter and lock down drills are due by 9/30/23. The outdoor check list is due by 9/30/23. One violation was cited during today’s visit; the provider did ask questions about the topics below to ensure the facility stays in compliance. Violation Number Comment Rule 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions.Part of the outdoor play area was not enclosed by a fence with a minium height of 4 feet.Parts of the top of the fence that is less than 6 feet was not free from protrusions. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 10-9-23, 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 considered legal documentation. 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 compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. 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. Mail or email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant (202 Edinburgh Street) Stem, NC 27581 Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical Assistance SECTION .0600 - SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS 10A NCAC 09 .0601 SAFE ENVIRONMENT (b) All equipment and furnishings shall be in good repair. (c) Equipment and furnishings shall be sturdy, stable, and free of hazards that may injure children including sharp edges, lead based or peeling paint, rust, loose nails, splinters, protrusions (excluding nuts and bolts on sides of fences), and pinch and crush points. 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS (i) The outdoor play area shall be protected by a fence. The height shall be a minimum of four feet and the top of the fence shall be free of protrusions. The requirement disallowing protrusions on the tops of fences shall not apply to fences six feet high or above. For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at 919-939-7519 or via email at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: CRESCENT HEAD START Facility ID: 39000247 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/25/2023 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 9/25/2023 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 105 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 11:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a routine unannounced visit. Ms. Sanders and Ms. Wright assisted me with the visit today. Your program currently operates with a Five-Star issued June 8th, 2018. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was 100% as of 9/25/23. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children throughout the facility were participating in group time, free play in activity areas, transitions, and personal care routines. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. Fire (3/8/23) and sanitation (3/14/23) inspections remain current. The last fire drill was conducted on 9/12/23. Shelter and lock down drills are due by 9/30/23. The outdoor check list is due by 9/30/23. One violation was cited during today’s visit; the provider did ask questions about the topics below to ensure the facility stays in compliance. Violation Number Comment Rule 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions.Part of the outdoor play area was not enclosed by a fence with a minium height of 4 feet.Parts of the top of the fence that is less than 6 feet was not free from protrusions. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 10-9-23, 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 considered legal documentation. 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 compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. 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. Mail or email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant (202 Edinburgh Street) Stem, NC 27581 Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical Assistance SECTION .0600 - SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS 10A NCAC 09 .0601 SAFE ENVIRONMENT (b) All equipment and furnishings shall be in good repair. (c) Equipment and furnishings shall be sturdy, stable, and free of hazards that may injure children including sharp edges, lead based or peeling paint, rust, loose nails, splinters, protrusions (excluding nuts and bolts on sides of fences), and pinch and crush points. 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS (i) The outdoor play area shall be protected by a fence. The height shall be a minimum of four feet and the top of the fence shall be free of protrusions. The requirement disallowing protrusions on the tops of fences shall not apply to fences six feet high or above. For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at 919-939-7519 or via email at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. 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: CRESCENT HEAD START Facility ID: 39000247 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/25/2023 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 9/25/2023 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 105 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 11:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a routine unannounced visit. Ms. Sanders and Ms. Wright assisted me with the visit today. Your program currently operates with a Five-Star issued June 8th, 2018. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was 100% as of 9/25/23. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children throughout the facility were participating in group time, free play in activity areas, transitions, and personal care routines. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. Fire (3/8/23) and sanitation (3/14/23) inspections remain current. The last fire drill was conducted on 9/12/23. Shelter and lock down drills are due by 9/30/23. The outdoor check list is due by 9/30/23. One violation was cited during today’s visit; the provider did ask questions about the topics below to ensure the facility stays in compliance. Violation Number Comment Rule 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions.Part of the outdoor play area was not enclosed by a fence with a minium height of 4 feet.Parts of the top of the fence that is less than 6 feet was not free from protrusions. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 10-9-23, 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 considered legal documentation. 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 compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. 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. Mail or email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant (202 Edinburgh Street) Stem, NC 27581 Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical Assistance SECTION .0600 - SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS 10A NCAC 09 .0601 SAFE ENVIRONMENT (b) All equipment and furnishings shall be in good repair. (c) Equipment and furnishings shall be sturdy, stable, and free of hazards that may injure children including sharp edges, lead based or peeling paint, rust, loose nails, splinters, protrusions (excluding nuts and bolts on sides of fences), and pinch and crush points. 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS (i) The outdoor play area shall be protected by a fence. The height shall be a minimum of four feet and the top of the fence shall be free of protrusions. The requirement disallowing protrusions on the tops of fences shall not apply to fences six feet high or above. For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at 919-939-7519 or via email at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. 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