Barbara H. Curtis Center

G.S. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: BARBARA H. CURTIS CENTER Facility ID: 92003664 Consultant: AMBER TELFAIR Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0226-118A Visit Date: 2/18/2026 Number Present: 50 Completed Date: 2/18/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 190 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 12:40 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced visit was to investigate allegations of violations of child care requirements at this child care facility. Adrienne Murrell, investigations consultant was also present. Julie Glasgow, Director, accompanied me during a walk-through of the facility. During the visit, I discussed the allegations with Ms. Glasgow, Charlecia Williams, educational coordinator, and additional staff members. Limited monitoring of child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1327 Accurate records were not maintained for all children. An infant's sleep chart record for February 13, 2026, and attendance records for that week were not completed correctly by staff members. G.S. 110-91(9) You may contact me Amber Telfair, Investigations Consultant, (919) 830-7551, amber.telfair@dhhs.nc.gov or Sheronda Harris, Central Investigations Supervisor, Sheronda.harris@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time. 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 .2703 · Violation

Name of Operation: BARBARA H. CURTIS CENTER Facility ID: 92003664 Consultant: MICHELE HIRSCH Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/12/2024 Number Present: 44 Completed Date: 6/12/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 203 Time In: 09:13 AM Time Out: 12:36 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with NC childcare requirements during your annual compliance monitoring visit. Your last annual compliance visit was conducted on July 13th, 2023. All staff and thirteen children’s records were reviewed today, your signature on the bottom of these forms serves as verification that the information provided is accurate and complete. The center currently operates with a 5- star license, operating at 30sq. ft. inside, & enhanced ratios. My visit was conducted with Julie Glasgow, Director, and center staff, during today’s visit. The children were observed participating in teacher directed & free play activities today both inside and outside Infant feedings, diaper changing and napping as well as personal care. During the walkthrough to obtain enrollment and conduct my observations I monitored for required posted documents (permit/restrictions, safe arrival and departure, EMC plan, first aid poster, activity plans, menus, allergies), interactions between staff and children, discipline, supervision, group sizes, space capacity, program requirements, equipment, and furnishing requirements both indoors and outdoors. The lunch to be served today was in compliance with USDA guidelines for children in childcare (codfish, roll, green beans, sliced pears and milk). While conducting the walkthrough of the outdoor environment I observed the fruit and vegetable gardens that the children help maintain and monitor. They are growing in the raised garden beds tomatoes, broccoli, kale, corn, raspberries, strawberries, and sunflowers. VERIFICATION OF RECORDS: *Last fire inspection= 9/27/2023 – and approved for daytime care *Sanitation inspection= 12/4/2023 *On 6/12/2024, I reviewed the NC Secretary of State’s website and observed Methodist Home for Children Inc. owner of the facility (Barbara H Curtis Center) listed as current-active. EPR plan last updated 10/12/2023 This facility is not approved to provide transportation. All transportation is provided by the enrolled parents *Fire drill- 5/24/2024 @ 10am and took 1m37sec *Lockdown drill- 4/26/2024 * Playground inspection- 4/2/2024 * Clean water for Carolina kids water testing completed and results received 3/12/2024 and a few low-cost changes are needed based on results. survey and information for lead paint and asbestos still need to be completed and results sent to me via email. *The following items of non-compliance were observed today. Violation Number Comment Rule 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. two staff did not renew their first aid training prior to their expiration. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. two staff did not renew their first aid training prior to their expiration. .1102(d) Violations of childcare requirements were cited during today's visit. A letter of corrective action is required by June 24th, 2024. The corrective action letters should have the facilities ID number item number how the violation was corrected and how you will keep in compliance in the future. Technical assistance/recommendations: Linking Criminal Background Checks – Staff need to log into the Criminal Background Check Portal on the DCDEE website and link to the facility license number. It is important to do this so staff at DCDEE can contact the center if a random criminal history check uncovers a staff member with a criminal charge or conviction working in a childcare facility. It is also a way for staff at the CBC Unit to keep you updated on the status of out-of-state checks if a new employee has a Provisional Qualification. Instructions on how to link to the facility were provided today. In the future, new staff need to link within five days of hire or transfer to your center. Review Criminal History Record Check Requirements for Child Care Centers in the NC Child Care Requirements 10A NCAC 09 .2703. Due within 3 Months - 1.CPR/First Aid: a. Must be approved agency b. Face-to-face only; no on-line or blended courses c. Counts towards Health & Safety Training d. Renew every two years before the expiration date on the certification card (does not count towards on-going training hours) e. At least one person with current CPR/First Aid must always be on-site. If transporting children a staff member with current CPR/First must be in the vehicle. Contact information: Michele Hirsch, DCDEE Licensing Consultant 1020 Lake Royale Louisburg, NC 27549 Michele.j.hirsch@dhhs.nc.gov 919-819-9364 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 .0514 · Violation

Name of Operation: BARBARA H. CURTIS CENTER Facility ID: 92003664 Consultant: PAMELIA CARMON Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0224-170A Visit Date: 2/20/2024 Number Present: 45 Completed Date: 2/20/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 85 Time In: 11:20 AM Time Out: 12:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced visit was to investigate allegations of violations of child care requirements at this child care facility. Julie Glasgow, Director accompanied me during a walk-through of the facility. During the visit, I discussed the allegations with Ms. Glasgow and additional staff members. Limited monitoring of child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 904 Child was handled roughly. Nevaeh Fogg, staff member slapped a four-year-old child on the face. .1803(a)(1) 1233 Each employee's personnel file did not contain a signed and dated statement that they received a job description and that they have received personnel and operational policies. Center management failed to train a staff member on the center's discipline policy prior to the staff member providing caregiving responsibilities. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(g) You may contact me Pamelia Carmon, Investigations Consultant at 919-280-2252, or pamelia.carmon@dhhs.nc.gov or Sheronda Harris, Investigations Supervisor at Sheronda.harris@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time. 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 .0514 · Violation

Name of Operation: BARBARA H. CURTIS CENTER Facility ID: 92003664 Consultant: KAREEMA KING Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/13/2023 Number Present: 43 Completed Date: 7/13/2023 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 97 Time In: 09:44 AM Time Out: 11:21 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance of applicable child care requirements during the facility’s annual compliance visit. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by the center’s Program Coordinator, C. Williams. LICENSE STATUS: Currently, this center operates with a 5-star rated license issued on March 2, 2020. REQUIRED INSPECTIONS: The last documented monthly fire drill was conducted on 04/11/23, the last documented monthly outdoor play inspection was conducted on 04/11/23, and there have been no quarterly shelter in place/lockdown drills conducted or documented this year. The last annual fire inspection was conducted on 09/19/22 and the last annual sanitation inspection was conducted on 12/12/22 with 5 demerits with a ‘Superior’ classification. I was accompanied by Ms. Williams, as I completed a general walk-through of the indoor and outdoor environment. During today’s visit, a total of forty-three (43) children were present. Children were observed during outdoor play, circle time, teacher directed activities, and completing routine tasks. Today’s meal was in compliance with the Meal Pattern requirements. During today's visit, a full assessment of the child care requirements was conducted. I reviewed a sample of children's records and reviewed four (4) new staff files. Additional staff files were not made available for my review, therefore I could not determine if the facility is in compliance with CPR, First Aid and SIDS training. I also observed valid CBC qualification letters for the four (4) new staff members. Health and safety training could not be monitored during today’s visit. This facility does not provide transportation; therefore, transportation requirements were not monitored. I observed all required postings and attendance logs. Any items not in compliance are listed in the violations section below. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to today’s visit, the 18-month compliance history for this facility was 100%. The following violations were cited during today's visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The last documented monthly fire drill occurred on 4/11/2023. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The last documented monthly playground inspection was conducted on 4/11/2023. .0605(q) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. The EMC plan was not reviewed with eight (8) staff members. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Two staff members had expired health questionnaires on file. .0701(a) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. During today's visit, a total of eleven (11) staff members were present. Only four (4) of the files were available for me to review. This included medical information for all staff, such as health questionnaires, medical reports and evidence of TB testing or screening. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Four employees did not have verification of the completion of First Aid training on file, and one employees' First Aid training expired on 7/10/23. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Four employees did not have verification of the completion of a CPR course on file, and one employees' CPR training expired on 7/10/23. .1102(d) 1061 One staff member had not completed training in playground safety. The completion of playground safety training by one staff member could not be verified during today's visit. .1102(e) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. Six employees did not have an annual staff evaluation and staff development plan on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One enrolled child did not have a medical exam or health assessment on file. GS110-91(1) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last documented shelter-in--place or lockdown drill was completed on 3/31/2022. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1825 All staff did not review the center's EPR Plan during orientation and/or on an annual basis with the trained staff. Documentation of the review was not maintained on file. Four staff members did not complete the annual EPR review. .0607(f) 1873 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with existing staff who care for children ages 0-5 within 30 days of adopting the policy. The prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma was not reviewed with three (3) employees. .0608 (d) In order to comply with the NC Laws and Rules any violations cited today must be corrected immediately. A compliance letter must be sent to me by July 31,2023. The letter must address each violation, explain how it has been corrected and how it will be maintained in the future. Please send the letter me at Kareema.King@dhhs.nc.gov and be sure to include the following: -Facility name -Facility ID number -Each item number TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/Reminders: ***Per North Carolina General Statute 110-91(9), all staff records, except financial records, must be made available for review for representatives of the Division. In addition, staff/training worksheets were not completed prior to my visit. You are encouraged to download a copy of the staff/training worksheet onto your computer so that you may update the form routinely. ***Medical statements, TB test results, and Staff Emergency information must be kept in a separate medical file, and accessible during a consultant visit. *** Monthly outdoor play inspections, monthly fire drills and quarterly lock down and/or shelter in place drills must be conducted and documented as required by the rule. Failure to complete the required inspections and/or drills places children in an unsafe environment. The willful, non-compliance of any child care rule can result in the recommendation of an Administrative Action against your facility. ***All communication from DCDEE will be sent via email. During today’s visit, I verified the center director’s email address. Please remember to contact your consultant with any changes to the facility’s contact information. *** The staff orientation documentation has been updated, and can be found by going on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s web site and clicking on the "Provider" tab and then clicking on the "Provider Documents" tab. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all 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 childcare law and rules. I explained that you have access to the online version of the Child Care Rule Book, as well as a hard copy of the rules. I recommend that you visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education website (ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov) on a regular basis to find out what's new in childcare. You could also find any needed Child Care forms by going on the web site and clicking on the "Provider" tab and then clicking on the "Provider Documents" tab. CONTACT INFORMATION: For questions regarding today’s visit, please contact me at 919-417-3784 or Kareema.king@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Teraesa Leak, at 919-971-7765 or a teraesa.leak@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0802 · Violation

Name of Operation: BARBARA H. CURTIS CENTER Facility ID: 92003664 Consultant: KAREEMA KING Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/13/2023 Number Present: 43 Completed Date: 7/13/2023 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 97 Time In: 09:44 AM Time Out: 11:21 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance of applicable child care requirements during the facility’s annual compliance visit. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by the center’s Program Coordinator, C. Williams. LICENSE STATUS: Currently, this center operates with a 5-star rated license issued on March 2, 2020. REQUIRED INSPECTIONS: The last documented monthly fire drill was conducted on 04/11/23, the last documented monthly outdoor play inspection was conducted on 04/11/23, and there have been no quarterly shelter in place/lockdown drills conducted or documented this year. The last annual fire inspection was conducted on 09/19/22 and the last annual sanitation inspection was conducted on 12/12/22 with 5 demerits with a ‘Superior’ classification. I was accompanied by Ms. Williams, as I completed a general walk-through of the indoor and outdoor environment. During today’s visit, a total of forty-three (43) children were present. Children were observed during outdoor play, circle time, teacher directed activities, and completing routine tasks. Today’s meal was in compliance with the Meal Pattern requirements. During today's visit, a full assessment of the child care requirements was conducted. I reviewed a sample of children's records and reviewed four (4) new staff files. Additional staff files were not made available for my review, therefore I could not determine if the facility is in compliance with CPR, First Aid and SIDS training. I also observed valid CBC qualification letters for the four (4) new staff members. Health and safety training could not be monitored during today’s visit. This facility does not provide transportation; therefore, transportation requirements were not monitored. I observed all required postings and attendance logs. Any items not in compliance are listed in the violations section below. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to today’s visit, the 18-month compliance history for this facility was 100%. The following violations were cited during today's visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The last documented monthly fire drill occurred on 4/11/2023. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The last documented monthly playground inspection was conducted on 4/11/2023. .0605(q) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. The EMC plan was not reviewed with eight (8) staff members. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Two staff members had expired health questionnaires on file. .0701(a) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. During today's visit, a total of eleven (11) staff members were present. Only four (4) of the files were available for me to review. This included medical information for all staff, such as health questionnaires, medical reports and evidence of TB testing or screening. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Four employees did not have verification of the completion of First Aid training on file, and one employees' First Aid training expired on 7/10/23. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Four employees did not have verification of the completion of a CPR course on file, and one employees' CPR training expired on 7/10/23. .1102(d) 1061 One staff member had not completed training in playground safety. The completion of playground safety training by one staff member could not be verified during today's visit. .1102(e) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. Six employees did not have an annual staff evaluation and staff development plan on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One enrolled child did not have a medical exam or health assessment on file. GS110-91(1) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last documented shelter-in--place or lockdown drill was completed on 3/31/2022. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1825 All staff did not review the center's EPR Plan during orientation and/or on an annual basis with the trained staff. Documentation of the review was not maintained on file. Four staff members did not complete the annual EPR review. .0607(f) 1873 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with existing staff who care for children ages 0-5 within 30 days of adopting the policy. The prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma was not reviewed with three (3) employees. .0608 (d) In order to comply with the NC Laws and Rules any violations cited today must be corrected immediately. A compliance letter must be sent to me by July 31,2023. The letter must address each violation, explain how it has been corrected and how it will be maintained in the future. Please send the letter me at Kareema.King@dhhs.nc.gov and be sure to include the following: -Facility name -Facility ID number -Each item number TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/Reminders: ***Per North Carolina General Statute 110-91(9), all staff records, except financial records, must be made available for review for representatives of the Division. In addition, staff/training worksheets were not completed prior to my visit. You are encouraged to download a copy of the staff/training worksheet onto your computer so that you may update the form routinely. ***Medical statements, TB test results, and Staff Emergency information must be kept in a separate medical file, and accessible during a consultant visit. *** Monthly outdoor play inspections, monthly fire drills and quarterly lock down and/or shelter in place drills must be conducted and documented as required by the rule. Failure to complete the required inspections and/or drills places children in an unsafe environment. The willful, non-compliance of any child care rule can result in the recommendation of an Administrative Action against your facility. ***All communication from DCDEE will be sent via email. During today’s visit, I verified the center director’s email address. Please remember to contact your consultant with any changes to the facility’s contact information. *** The staff orientation documentation has been updated, and can be found by going on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s web site and clicking on the "Provider" tab and then clicking on the "Provider Documents" tab. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all 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 childcare law and rules. I explained that you have access to the online version of the Child Care Rule Book, as well as a hard copy of the rules. I recommend that you visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education website (ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov) on a regular basis to find out what's new in childcare. You could also find any needed Child Care forms by going on the web site and clicking on the "Provider" tab and then clicking on the "Provider Documents" tab. CONTACT INFORMATION: For questions regarding today’s visit, please contact me at 919-417-3784 or Kareema.king@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Teraesa Leak, at 919-971-7765 or a teraesa.leak@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: BARBARA H. CURTIS CENTER Facility ID: 92003664 Consultant: KAREEMA KING Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/13/2023 Number Present: 43 Completed Date: 7/13/2023 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 97 Time In: 09:44 AM Time Out: 11:21 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance of applicable child care requirements during the facility’s annual compliance visit. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by the center’s Program Coordinator, C. Williams. LICENSE STATUS: Currently, this center operates with a 5-star rated license issued on March 2, 2020. REQUIRED INSPECTIONS: The last documented monthly fire drill was conducted on 04/11/23, the last documented monthly outdoor play inspection was conducted on 04/11/23, and there have been no quarterly shelter in place/lockdown drills conducted or documented this year. The last annual fire inspection was conducted on 09/19/22 and the last annual sanitation inspection was conducted on 12/12/22 with 5 demerits with a ‘Superior’ classification. I was accompanied by Ms. Williams, as I completed a general walk-through of the indoor and outdoor environment. During today’s visit, a total of forty-three (43) children were present. Children were observed during outdoor play, circle time, teacher directed activities, and completing routine tasks. Today’s meal was in compliance with the Meal Pattern requirements. During today's visit, a full assessment of the child care requirements was conducted. I reviewed a sample of children's records and reviewed four (4) new staff files. Additional staff files were not made available for my review, therefore I could not determine if the facility is in compliance with CPR, First Aid and SIDS training. I also observed valid CBC qualification letters for the four (4) new staff members. Health and safety training could not be monitored during today’s visit. This facility does not provide transportation; therefore, transportation requirements were not monitored. I observed all required postings and attendance logs. Any items not in compliance are listed in the violations section below. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to today’s visit, the 18-month compliance history for this facility was 100%. The following violations were cited during today's visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The last documented monthly fire drill occurred on 4/11/2023. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The last documented monthly playground inspection was conducted on 4/11/2023. .0605(q) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. The EMC plan was not reviewed with eight (8) staff members. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Two staff members had expired health questionnaires on file. .0701(a) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. During today's visit, a total of eleven (11) staff members were present. Only four (4) of the files were available for me to review. This included medical information for all staff, such as health questionnaires, medical reports and evidence of TB testing or screening. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Four employees did not have verification of the completion of First Aid training on file, and one employees' First Aid training expired on 7/10/23. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Four employees did not have verification of the completion of a CPR course on file, and one employees' CPR training expired on 7/10/23. .1102(d) 1061 One staff member had not completed training in playground safety. The completion of playground safety training by one staff member could not be verified during today's visit. .1102(e) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. Six employees did not have an annual staff evaluation and staff development plan on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One enrolled child did not have a medical exam or health assessment on file. GS110-91(1) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last documented shelter-in--place or lockdown drill was completed on 3/31/2022. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1825 All staff did not review the center's EPR Plan during orientation and/or on an annual basis with the trained staff. Documentation of the review was not maintained on file. Four staff members did not complete the annual EPR review. .0607(f) 1873 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with existing staff who care for children ages 0-5 within 30 days of adopting the policy. The prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma was not reviewed with three (3) employees. .0608 (d) In order to comply with the NC Laws and Rules any violations cited today must be corrected immediately. A compliance letter must be sent to me by July 31,2023. The letter must address each violation, explain how it has been corrected and how it will be maintained in the future. Please send the letter me at Kareema.King@dhhs.nc.gov and be sure to include the following: -Facility name -Facility ID number -Each item number TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/Reminders: ***Per North Carolina General Statute 110-91(9), all staff records, except financial records, must be made available for review for representatives of the Division. In addition, staff/training worksheets were not completed prior to my visit. You are encouraged to download a copy of the staff/training worksheet onto your computer so that you may update the form routinely. ***Medical statements, TB test results, and Staff Emergency information must be kept in a separate medical file, and accessible during a consultant visit. *** Monthly outdoor play inspections, monthly fire drills and quarterly lock down and/or shelter in place drills must be conducted and documented as required by the rule. Failure to complete the required inspections and/or drills places children in an unsafe environment. The willful, non-compliance of any child care rule can result in the recommendation of an Administrative Action against your facility. ***All communication from DCDEE will be sent via email. During today’s visit, I verified the center director’s email address. Please remember to contact your consultant with any changes to the facility’s contact information. *** The staff orientation documentation has been updated, and can be found by going on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s web site and clicking on the "Provider" tab and then clicking on the "Provider Documents" tab. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all 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 childcare law and rules. I explained that you have access to the online version of the Child Care Rule Book, as well as a hard copy of the rules. I recommend that you visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education website (ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov) on a regular basis to find out what's new in childcare. You could also find any needed Child Care forms by going on the web site and clicking on the "Provider" tab and then clicking on the "Provider Documents" tab. CONTACT INFORMATION: For questions regarding today’s visit, please contact me at 919-417-3784 or Kareema.king@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Teraesa Leak, at 919-971-7765 or a teraesa.leak@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: BARBARA H. CURTIS CENTER Facility ID: 92003664 Consultant: KAREEMA KING Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/13/2023 Number Present: 43 Completed Date: 7/13/2023 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 97 Time In: 09:44 AM Time Out: 11:21 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance of applicable child care requirements during the facility’s annual compliance visit. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by the center’s Program Coordinator, C. Williams. LICENSE STATUS: Currently, this center operates with a 5-star rated license issued on March 2, 2020. REQUIRED INSPECTIONS: The last documented monthly fire drill was conducted on 04/11/23, the last documented monthly outdoor play inspection was conducted on 04/11/23, and there have been no quarterly shelter in place/lockdown drills conducted or documented this year. The last annual fire inspection was conducted on 09/19/22 and the last annual sanitation inspection was conducted on 12/12/22 with 5 demerits with a ‘Superior’ classification. I was accompanied by Ms. Williams, as I completed a general walk-through of the indoor and outdoor environment. During today’s visit, a total of forty-three (43) children were present. Children were observed during outdoor play, circle time, teacher directed activities, and completing routine tasks. Today’s meal was in compliance with the Meal Pattern requirements. During today's visit, a full assessment of the child care requirements was conducted. I reviewed a sample of children's records and reviewed four (4) new staff files. Additional staff files were not made available for my review, therefore I could not determine if the facility is in compliance with CPR, First Aid and SIDS training. I also observed valid CBC qualification letters for the four (4) new staff members. Health and safety training could not be monitored during today’s visit. This facility does not provide transportation; therefore, transportation requirements were not monitored. I observed all required postings and attendance logs. Any items not in compliance are listed in the violations section below. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to today’s visit, the 18-month compliance history for this facility was 100%. The following violations were cited during today's visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The last documented monthly fire drill occurred on 4/11/2023. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The last documented monthly playground inspection was conducted on 4/11/2023. .0605(q) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. The EMC plan was not reviewed with eight (8) staff members. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Two staff members had expired health questionnaires on file. .0701(a) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. During today's visit, a total of eleven (11) staff members were present. Only four (4) of the files were available for me to review. This included medical information for all staff, such as health questionnaires, medical reports and evidence of TB testing or screening. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Four employees did not have verification of the completion of First Aid training on file, and one employees' First Aid training expired on 7/10/23. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Four employees did not have verification of the completion of a CPR course on file, and one employees' CPR training expired on 7/10/23. .1102(d) 1061 One staff member had not completed training in playground safety. The completion of playground safety training by one staff member could not be verified during today's visit. .1102(e) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. Six employees did not have an annual staff evaluation and staff development plan on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One enrolled child did not have a medical exam or health assessment on file. GS110-91(1) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last documented shelter-in--place or lockdown drill was completed on 3/31/2022. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1825 All staff did not review the center's EPR Plan during orientation and/or on an annual basis with the trained staff. Documentation of the review was not maintained on file. Four staff members did not complete the annual EPR review. .0607(f) 1873 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with existing staff who care for children ages 0-5 within 30 days of adopting the policy. The prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma was not reviewed with three (3) employees. .0608 (d) In order to comply with the NC Laws and Rules any violations cited today must be corrected immediately. A compliance letter must be sent to me by July 31,2023. The letter must address each violation, explain how it has been corrected and how it will be maintained in the future. Please send the letter me at Kareema.King@dhhs.nc.gov and be sure to include the following: -Facility name -Facility ID number -Each item number TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/Reminders: ***Per North Carolina General Statute 110-91(9), all staff records, except financial records, must be made available for review for representatives of the Division. In addition, staff/training worksheets were not completed prior to my visit. You are encouraged to download a copy of the staff/training worksheet onto your computer so that you may update the form routinely. ***Medical statements, TB test results, and Staff Emergency information must be kept in a separate medical file, and accessible during a consultant visit. *** Monthly outdoor play inspections, monthly fire drills and quarterly lock down and/or shelter in place drills must be conducted and documented as required by the rule. Failure to complete the required inspections and/or drills places children in an unsafe environment. The willful, non-compliance of any child care rule can result in the recommendation of an Administrative Action against your facility. ***All communication from DCDEE will be sent via email. During today’s visit, I verified the center director’s email address. Please remember to contact your consultant with any changes to the facility’s contact information. *** The staff orientation documentation has been updated, and can be found by going on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s web site and clicking on the "Provider" tab and then clicking on the "Provider Documents" tab. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all 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 childcare law and rules. I explained that you have access to the online version of the Child Care Rule Book, as well as a hard copy of the rules. I recommend that you visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education website (ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov) on a regular basis to find out what's new in childcare. You could also find any needed Child Care forms by going on the web site and clicking on the "Provider" tab and then clicking on the "Provider Documents" tab. CONTACT INFORMATION: For questions regarding today’s visit, please contact me at 919-417-3784 or Kareema.king@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Teraesa Leak, at 919-971-7765 or a teraesa.leak@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times