10A NCAC 09 .1725 · Violation

Name of Operation: JANICE SMITH'S HOME CHILDCARE Facility ID: 04000185 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 8/5/2025 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 8/5/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced annual compliance with Rated License visit today was to monitor this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements. Today’s visit was with you, Ms. Janice Smith, owner. This facility currently operates with a four (4) star rated license effective October 30 2018. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Janice, who let me into the facility ad assisted me with the visit. The children were observed napping when I arrived, eating, reading books, and later during the visit they played in activity centers and the provider read a book to them. Children were served backed beans hotdog, bun, apple sauce milk and juice. One child napped in the living room, and two children napped in the activity center area. For snack children had grapes and water. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. INSPECTIONS: The last documented fire drill was conducted 8-1-25 The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 7-2-25 The last documented playground inspection was conducted 8/1/25 I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, transportation, safety, program, and management, children’s files, and staff files. The facility does not provide transportation. The provider stated when asked that there are no firearms on the premises. Due to inclement weather the outdoor environment was not monitored today. Consultant was unable to log in to regulatory due to internet issues. A handwritten summary was left with the provider. Violation Number Comment Rule 801 Bacteriological analysis indicating the water is free of bacteria had not been performed on a sample of water from each well used for the children's water supply every two years. Results were not kept on file in the home. Provider has not had her water tested. 10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)(1) 930 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 from the date of issuance). Provider letter expired in July 2025. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(n) & (o) 1831 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. Provider's Son did not have information on file, and was expired online. G.S. 110-90.2 (b) & (d) & .2703(e) .1702(b)(1) It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address or email below by August 20, 2025 The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the recurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: Technical assistance: Information on water testing was left with you as well as the information below. Rated License: Be on the lookout for emails concerning the upcoming webinars about the New Pathways to Stars. I will also host a provider meeting in September/October to further discuss. Below you will find information on some of the options associated with the pathways. *View www.ncrlap.org for more information. And continue to work with CCRI to work on your low scoring items to improve your Environmental rating scale scores. *Health Reminders for the FCCERS-3, this will help you understand the handwashing and sanitation requirements. * Work on the “Thinking More About Personal Care Routines FCCERS-3 “ and “Thinking More About Activities FCCERS-R” portion of the self-study. Criminal Background info: Live Scan is recommended. Submit the report(s), along with the Fingerprint Submission Release form to the Criminal Background Check Unit by uploading this information into ABCMS, within seven (7) days from the date the NC application is completed in the Portal: https://ncabcms.nc.gov/DCDEE/Applicant/ Mail to: DHHS Criminal Background Check Unit/Child Care Team 2201 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-2200 The criminal history report must reflect the applicant’s legal and current first and last name and must be consistent with the name used on their application. Record checks from local law enforcement or other criminal record agencies are not acceptable and will delay the process if submitted. An application for criminal background check review is not considered complete until the Criminal Background Check Unit receives all required valid out of state reports. What Happens if a New Charge or Conviction Occurs After Being Qualified? All child care providers and household members who have incurred any pending charges, indictments or convictions (other than minor traffic offenses) since the last qualification letter was issued by the DHHS Criminal Background Check Unit must notify the operator of such charges within five business days or before returning to work, whichever comes first. The operator must notify the Criminal Background Check Unit within one business day of being notified. 10A NCAC 09 .2703. Any new charges or convictions could result in a disqualification. In addition, if the individual has been placed on the Responsible Individual List (RIL), Child Maltreatment Registry (CMR), or the Sex Offender Registry (SOR), this will result in a disqualification. For any additional questions please contact the Child Care Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-6401 or Fax (919) 715-0987 or email at DHHS.CBC.Unit@dhhs.nc.gov Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. Water testing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wiRSJ3CSL7A Accrediting agencies: o NAEYC - https://www.naeyc.org/accreditation/higher-ed/accredited-programs o NAC - https://www.earlylearningleaders.org/accreditation/accredited-programs/ o NAFCC - https://nafcc.org/accreditation/nationally-accredited-fcc-educators-map/ o NECPA - https://necpa.net/programs o COGNIA - https://home.cognia.org/registry o AMS - https://amshq.org/Families/AMS-Member-Schools You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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10A NCAC 09 .2703 · Violation

Name of Operation: JANICE SMITH'S HOME CHILDCARE Facility ID: 04000185 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 8/5/2025 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 8/5/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced annual compliance with Rated License visit today was to monitor this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements. Today’s visit was with you, Ms. Janice Smith, owner. This facility currently operates with a four (4) star rated license effective October 30 2018. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Janice, who let me into the facility ad assisted me with the visit. The children were observed napping when I arrived, eating, reading books, and later during the visit they played in activity centers and the provider read a book to them. Children were served backed beans hotdog, bun, apple sauce milk and juice. One child napped in the living room, and two children napped in the activity center area. For snack children had grapes and water. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. INSPECTIONS: The last documented fire drill was conducted 8-1-25 The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 7-2-25 The last documented playground inspection was conducted 8/1/25 I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, transportation, safety, program, and management, children’s files, and staff files. The facility does not provide transportation. The provider stated when asked that there are no firearms on the premises. Due to inclement weather the outdoor environment was not monitored today. Consultant was unable to log in to regulatory due to internet issues. A handwritten summary was left with the provider. Violation Number Comment Rule 801 Bacteriological analysis indicating the water is free of bacteria had not been performed on a sample of water from each well used for the children's water supply every two years. Results were not kept on file in the home. Provider has not had her water tested. 10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)(1) 930 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 from the date of issuance). Provider letter expired in July 2025. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(n) & (o) 1831 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. Provider's Son did not have information on file, and was expired online. G.S. 110-90.2 (b) & (d) & .2703(e) .1702(b)(1) It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address or email below by August 20, 2025 The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the recurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: Technical assistance: Information on water testing was left with you as well as the information below. Rated License: Be on the lookout for emails concerning the upcoming webinars about the New Pathways to Stars. I will also host a provider meeting in September/October to further discuss. Below you will find information on some of the options associated with the pathways. *View www.ncrlap.org for more information. And continue to work with CCRI to work on your low scoring items to improve your Environmental rating scale scores. *Health Reminders for the FCCERS-3, this will help you understand the handwashing and sanitation requirements. * Work on the “Thinking More About Personal Care Routines FCCERS-3 “ and “Thinking More About Activities FCCERS-R” portion of the self-study. Criminal Background info: Live Scan is recommended. Submit the report(s), along with the Fingerprint Submission Release form to the Criminal Background Check Unit by uploading this information into ABCMS, within seven (7) days from the date the NC application is completed in the Portal: https://ncabcms.nc.gov/DCDEE/Applicant/ Mail to: DHHS Criminal Background Check Unit/Child Care Team 2201 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-2200 The criminal history report must reflect the applicant’s legal and current first and last name and must be consistent with the name used on their application. Record checks from local law enforcement or other criminal record agencies are not acceptable and will delay the process if submitted. An application for criminal background check review is not considered complete until the Criminal Background Check Unit receives all required valid out of state reports. What Happens if a New Charge or Conviction Occurs After Being Qualified? All child care providers and household members who have incurred any pending charges, indictments or convictions (other than minor traffic offenses) since the last qualification letter was issued by the DHHS Criminal Background Check Unit must notify the operator of such charges within five business days or before returning to work, whichever comes first. The operator must notify the Criminal Background Check Unit within one business day of being notified. 10A NCAC 09 .2703. Any new charges or convictions could result in a disqualification. In addition, if the individual has been placed on the Responsible Individual List (RIL), Child Maltreatment Registry (CMR), or the Sex Offender Registry (SOR), this will result in a disqualification. For any additional questions please contact the Child Care Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-6401 or Fax (919) 715-0987 or email at DHHS.CBC.Unit@dhhs.nc.gov Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. Water testing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wiRSJ3CSL7A Accrediting agencies: o NAEYC - https://www.naeyc.org/accreditation/higher-ed/accredited-programs o NAC - https://www.earlylearningleaders.org/accreditation/accredited-programs/ o NAFCC - https://nafcc.org/accreditation/nationally-accredited-fcc-educators-map/ o NECPA - https://necpa.net/programs o COGNIA - https://home.cognia.org/registry o AMS - https://amshq.org/Families/AMS-Member-Schools You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: JANICE SMITH'S HOME CHILDCARE Facility ID: 04000185 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 8/5/2025 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 8/5/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced annual compliance with Rated License visit today was to monitor this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements. Today’s visit was with you, Ms. Janice Smith, owner. This facility currently operates with a four (4) star rated license effective October 30 2018. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Janice, who let me into the facility ad assisted me with the visit. The children were observed napping when I arrived, eating, reading books, and later during the visit they played in activity centers and the provider read a book to them. Children were served backed beans hotdog, bun, apple sauce milk and juice. One child napped in the living room, and two children napped in the activity center area. For snack children had grapes and water. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. INSPECTIONS: The last documented fire drill was conducted 8-1-25 The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 7-2-25 The last documented playground inspection was conducted 8/1/25 I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, transportation, safety, program, and management, children’s files, and staff files. The facility does not provide transportation. The provider stated when asked that there are no firearms on the premises. Due to inclement weather the outdoor environment was not monitored today. Consultant was unable to log in to regulatory due to internet issues. A handwritten summary was left with the provider. Violation Number Comment Rule 801 Bacteriological analysis indicating the water is free of bacteria had not been performed on a sample of water from each well used for the children's water supply every two years. Results were not kept on file in the home. Provider has not had her water tested. 10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)(1) 930 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 from the date of issuance). Provider letter expired in July 2025. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(n) & (o) 1831 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. Provider's Son did not have information on file, and was expired online. G.S. 110-90.2 (b) & (d) & .2703(e) .1702(b)(1) It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address or email below by August 20, 2025 The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the recurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: Technical assistance: Information on water testing was left with you as well as the information below. Rated License: Be on the lookout for emails concerning the upcoming webinars about the New Pathways to Stars. I will also host a provider meeting in September/October to further discuss. Below you will find information on some of the options associated with the pathways. *View www.ncrlap.org for more information. And continue to work with CCRI to work on your low scoring items to improve your Environmental rating scale scores. *Health Reminders for the FCCERS-3, this will help you understand the handwashing and sanitation requirements. * Work on the “Thinking More About Personal Care Routines FCCERS-3 “ and “Thinking More About Activities FCCERS-R” portion of the self-study. Criminal Background info: Live Scan is recommended. Submit the report(s), along with the Fingerprint Submission Release form to the Criminal Background Check Unit by uploading this information into ABCMS, within seven (7) days from the date the NC application is completed in the Portal: https://ncabcms.nc.gov/DCDEE/Applicant/ Mail to: DHHS Criminal Background Check Unit/Child Care Team 2201 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-2200 The criminal history report must reflect the applicant’s legal and current first and last name and must be consistent with the name used on their application. Record checks from local law enforcement or other criminal record agencies are not acceptable and will delay the process if submitted. An application for criminal background check review is not considered complete until the Criminal Background Check Unit receives all required valid out of state reports. What Happens if a New Charge or Conviction Occurs After Being Qualified? All child care providers and household members who have incurred any pending charges, indictments or convictions (other than minor traffic offenses) since the last qualification letter was issued by the DHHS Criminal Background Check Unit must notify the operator of such charges within five business days or before returning to work, whichever comes first. The operator must notify the Criminal Background Check Unit within one business day of being notified. 10A NCAC 09 .2703. Any new charges or convictions could result in a disqualification. In addition, if the individual has been placed on the Responsible Individual List (RIL), Child Maltreatment Registry (CMR), or the Sex Offender Registry (SOR), this will result in a disqualification. For any additional questions please contact the Child Care Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-6401 or Fax (919) 715-0987 or email at DHHS.CBC.Unit@dhhs.nc.gov Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. Water testing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wiRSJ3CSL7A Accrediting agencies: o NAEYC - https://www.naeyc.org/accreditation/higher-ed/accredited-programs o NAC - https://www.earlylearningleaders.org/accreditation/accredited-programs/ o NAFCC - https://nafcc.org/accreditation/nationally-accredited-fcc-educators-map/ o NECPA - https://necpa.net/programs o COGNIA - https://home.cognia.org/registry o AMS - https://amshq.org/Families/AMS-Member-Schools You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 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: JANICE SMITH'S HOME CHILDCARE Facility ID: 04000185 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 8/5/2025 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 8/5/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced annual compliance with Rated License visit today was to monitor this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements. Today’s visit was with you, Ms. Janice Smith, owner. This facility currently operates with a four (4) star rated license effective October 30 2018. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Janice, who let me into the facility ad assisted me with the visit. The children were observed napping when I arrived, eating, reading books, and later during the visit they played in activity centers and the provider read a book to them. Children were served backed beans hotdog, bun, apple sauce milk and juice. One child napped in the living room, and two children napped in the activity center area. For snack children had grapes and water. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. INSPECTIONS: The last documented fire drill was conducted 8-1-25 The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 7-2-25 The last documented playground inspection was conducted 8/1/25 I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, transportation, safety, program, and management, children’s files, and staff files. The facility does not provide transportation. The provider stated when asked that there are no firearms on the premises. Due to inclement weather the outdoor environment was not monitored today. Consultant was unable to log in to regulatory due to internet issues. A handwritten summary was left with the provider. Violation Number Comment Rule 801 Bacteriological analysis indicating the water is free of bacteria had not been performed on a sample of water from each well used for the children's water supply every two years. Results were not kept on file in the home. Provider has not had her water tested. 10A NCAC 09 .1725(a)(1) 930 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 from the date of issuance). Provider letter expired in July 2025. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(n) & (o) 1831 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. Provider's Son did not have information on file, and was expired online. G.S. 110-90.2 (b) & (d) & .2703(e) .1702(b)(1) It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address or email below by August 20, 2025 The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the recurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: Technical assistance: Information on water testing was left with you as well as the information below. Rated License: Be on the lookout for emails concerning the upcoming webinars about the New Pathways to Stars. I will also host a provider meeting in September/October to further discuss. Below you will find information on some of the options associated with the pathways. *View www.ncrlap.org for more information. And continue to work with CCRI to work on your low scoring items to improve your Environmental rating scale scores. *Health Reminders for the FCCERS-3, this will help you understand the handwashing and sanitation requirements. * Work on the “Thinking More About Personal Care Routines FCCERS-3 “ and “Thinking More About Activities FCCERS-R” portion of the self-study. Criminal Background info: Live Scan is recommended. Submit the report(s), along with the Fingerprint Submission Release form to the Criminal Background Check Unit by uploading this information into ABCMS, within seven (7) days from the date the NC application is completed in the Portal: https://ncabcms.nc.gov/DCDEE/Applicant/ Mail to: DHHS Criminal Background Check Unit/Child Care Team 2201 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-2200 The criminal history report must reflect the applicant’s legal and current first and last name and must be consistent with the name used on their application. Record checks from local law enforcement or other criminal record agencies are not acceptable and will delay the process if submitted. An application for criminal background check review is not considered complete until the Criminal Background Check Unit receives all required valid out of state reports. What Happens if a New Charge or Conviction Occurs After Being Qualified? All child care providers and household members who have incurred any pending charges, indictments or convictions (other than minor traffic offenses) since the last qualification letter was issued by the DHHS Criminal Background Check Unit must notify the operator of such charges within five business days or before returning to work, whichever comes first. The operator must notify the Criminal Background Check Unit within one business day of being notified. 10A NCAC 09 .2703. Any new charges or convictions could result in a disqualification. In addition, if the individual has been placed on the Responsible Individual List (RIL), Child Maltreatment Registry (CMR), or the Sex Offender Registry (SOR), this will result in a disqualification. For any additional questions please contact the Child Care Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-6401 or Fax (919) 715-0987 or email at DHHS.CBC.Unit@dhhs.nc.gov Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. Water testing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wiRSJ3CSL7A Accrediting agencies: o NAEYC - https://www.naeyc.org/accreditation/higher-ed/accredited-programs o NAC - https://www.earlylearningleaders.org/accreditation/accredited-programs/ o NAFCC - https://nafcc.org/accreditation/nationally-accredited-fcc-educators-map/ o NECPA - https://necpa.net/programs o COGNIA - https://home.cognia.org/registry o AMS - https://amshq.org/Families/AMS-Member-Schools You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 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: JANICE SMITH'S HOME CHILDCARE Facility ID: 04000185 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 4/10/2025 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 4/10/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 110 Time In: 02:00 PM Time Out: 03:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s Routine unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance with childcare requirements. I was greeted by Ms. Janice Smith, who opened the door. After stating the purpose of my visit l proceeded with the walk-through of the facility. Upon arrival there was one child present and napping. During the visit two children arrived from the Head Start bus. Children walked into the living room washed hands and headed to the kitchen for snack. Ms. Janice, woke the other child and all three children sat at the table in the kitchen. Snack consisted of peanut butter crackers, milk and chips. Children were offered books to read while they waited for all children to finish eating. I conducted a walkthrough of the facility, and the following items were monitored: supervision, staff/child ratio, CPR/first aid, IT-SIDS, CBC qualification, Emergency Medical Care Plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, license posted, permit restrictions, safe arrival and departure, and all required posted documents. During this visit we discussed the grant that you received that will fix your broken closet door in the activity center area. The provider painted the activity space and received a printer, computer and other items to assist with her business. Violation Number Comment Rule 706 Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care. A bottle of glass cleaner was sitting on the bathroom counter near the soap dispenser. .1719 (a)(7) 1922 Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three. Plastic bags were accessible in the activity center room. .1719(a)(18) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Your compliance history was 100% prior to today’s visit. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. Technical Assistance: Provider received a new computer and printer, I assisted you with navigating the new system to discover and save the DCDEE website, and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project website. Consultant assisted provider in locating and printing documents from the DCDEE website that was needed for the facility. (provider printed an updated summary of rules, the law that she posted was from 2018. Rated License: Go to www.NCRLAP.org to learn more about the new rated license FCCERS-3 and free trainings. * Access the resources for your upcoming assessment at www.ncrlap.org. On the first page there is a section that allows you to access resources NC Additional Notes: FCCERS-3 Books in Poor Repair: FCCERS-3 Health Reminders for the FCCERS-R Language for learning: Infants and Toddlers (video) Summary of Lowest Scoring Items and Indicators for the FCCERS-R Using materials with non-mobile infants (video) Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: JANICE SMITH'S HOME CHILDCARE Facility ID: 04000185 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 8/7/2024 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 8/7/2024 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 195 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced e purpose of my unannounced annual compliance with Rated License visit today was to monitor this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements. Today’s visit was with you, Ms. Janice Smith, owner. This facility currently operates with a four (4) star rated license effective October 30 2018. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Janice, who let me into the facility ad assisted me with the visit. At arrival one toddler was asleep in a car seat, two children were napping in the livingroom, and one child was asleep in the activity center area. The children were observed napping, eating, reading books, and later during the visit they played in activity centers and the provider read a book to them. Children were served green beans , pasta, meatballs and tomato sauce, with milk and apple sauce . The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. INSPECTIONS: The last documented fire drill was conducted 7-17-24 The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 2-2-24 The last documented playground inspection was conducted na. The last compliance history was %. I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, transportation, safety, program, and management, children’s files, and staff files. The facility does not provide transportation. The provider stated when asked that there are no firearms on the premises. During this visit we discussed furthering your education and I checked WORKS on your behalf. You currently have seven additional college courses. Violation Number Comment Rule 705 All medicines, including refrigerated and unrefrigerated, were not kept in locked storage.peovoder had her personal and other residence medications with I n children's reach. (KIDS VITAMIN, pesto kids, cetrizine. .1719(a)(5) 714 Monthly check for hazards on the outdoor play area was not completed using a form supplied by the Division. There was no evidence of the m9st rece 10A NCAC .1721(e)(5)(A-F) 715 Electric fans were not mounted out of the reach of children or did not have a mesh guard on each fan. Fan was plalace in the formal living room on the floor where children were resting. 10 A NCAC .1719(a )(26) 906 Authorization to seek medical care in the parent's absence was not available.omr child)JK), did not have the emergency authorization completed .1721(a)(3)(I) 1854 The operator did not conduct a quarterly lockdown or shelter-in-place drill and or the drill record was incomplete. The last documented was on 2-2-24. .1719(a )(16) & .1721(e )(7) 1892 Application was not on file for each enrolled child, including his/her own preschool child(ren) who are not school-age. Application was on file but not signed by parents. .1721(a)(3) 1940 Hazardous cleaning supplies and other items that might be poisonous e.g. toxic plants, were not out of reach or in locked storage when children were in care. Lysol, air freshener, and disinfectant infectant spray were at in the sleep area, desk, bathroom, and kitchen. .1719(a)(6) 1985 While in the presence of children in care, the operator, additional caregiver, and/or substitutes did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming only food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements as outlined in the meal pattern guidelines. Skittles were on the television opened. .1706(g) Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below by August 21, 2024 The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in with all the applicable laws and rules. If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. Technical Assistance: Rated License: As outlined in Session Law 2021-127 - Senate Bill (SB); facilities who have been unable to hire/retain staff with the same educational levels in the current star rating are in a hold harmless state. Your facility meets these criteria and therefore will retain your current star rating until six months after Governor Cooper issues an order to rescind Executive Order No. 116 Declaration of a State of Emergency to Coordinate Response and Protective Actions to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19. This order has ended, and you are in the first Cohort. You will need to start preparing for your Environmental rating assessment this year. Please review the email sent prior today with more details. In the interim: Please contact your local Smart start to help assist you. And continue to work on your Self study to help you prepare. You stated that you are still working on the sections we discussed at the last routine unannounced visit. Environment: Please remember that plastic bags, grocery bags, medication, cleaning products, aerosol cans ect. can not be used to store things and can not be accessible to children under three. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. Practice the three W's: Wear, Wait, Wash •Wear a cloth face covering if you will be with other people •Wait 6 feet apart. Avoid close contact. •Wash your hands often You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@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

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Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .1718 · Violation

Name of Operation: JANICE SMITH'S HOME CHILDCARE Facility ID: 04000185 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 5/2/2024 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 5/2/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 68 Time In: 01:22 PM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s Routine unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance with childcare requirements. I was greeted by Ms. Janice Smith, who opened the door. After stating the purpose of my visit l proceeded with the walk-through of the facility. Upon arrival there were three children in the living room with a plate of food on the couch. Two other children were sitting in the kitchen eating pasta with tomato sauce, oranges, and milk. I conducted a walkthrough of the facility, and the following items were monitored: supervision, staff/child ratio, CPR/first aid, IT-SIDS, CBC qualification, Emergency Medical Care Plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, license posted, permit restrictions, safe arrival and departure, and all required posted documents. Violation Number Comment Rule 705 All medicines, including refrigerated and unrefrigerated, were not kept in locked storage. There were three prescription medication and one cold and allergy medication in the living room where the children were sitting. .1719(a)(5) 706 Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care. aerosol air fresheners were on the kitchen table, and in the living room. the kitchen table has additional cleaning supplies. .1719 (a)(7) 1922 Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and Styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three. Plastic bags were in the living room where the children napped and in the front living room on the left of the room near the television. In the dramatic play area, there were several pretend food toys that were still in the plastic the was on it when it was purchased. .1719(a)(18) 1948 Sleeping infants, ages 12 months and younger were not visually checked every 15 minutes. There was no evidence of visually check available for review. .1724(a)(7) 1962 Activity plans did not include activities intended to stimulate the developmental domains, in accordance with NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. There were no activity plan available for review. Provider stated she was still working on it with her son. 10A NCAC 09 .1718(a)(8)(A)(i-iv) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Technical Assistance: Rated License: As outlined in Session Law 2021-127 - Senate Bill (SB); facilities who have been unable to hire/retain staff with the same educational levels in the current star rating are in a hold harmless state. Your facility meets these criteria and therefore will retain your current star rating until six months after Governor Cooper issues an order to rescind Executive Order No. 116 Declaration of a State of Emergency to Coordinate Response and Protective Actions to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19. The state of emergency ended August 15, 2022. Your facility is in Cohort two. During the interim please contact the partnership to assist you with preparing for the Family Childcare Environmental Rating Scales (FCCERS). * Access the resources for your upcoming assessment at www.ncrlap.org. On the first page there is a section that allows you to access resources NC Additional Notes: FCCERS-R Books in Poor Repair: FCCERS-R Health Reminders for the FCCERS-R Language for learning: Infants and Toddlers (video) Summary of Lowest Scoring Items and Indicators for the FCCERS-R Using materials with non-mobile infants (video) You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: JANICE SMITH'S HOME CHILDCARE Facility ID: 04000185 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 5/2/2024 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 5/2/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 68 Time In: 01:22 PM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s Routine unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance with childcare requirements. I was greeted by Ms. Janice Smith, who opened the door. After stating the purpose of my visit l proceeded with the walk-through of the facility. Upon arrival there were three children in the living room with a plate of food on the couch. Two other children were sitting in the kitchen eating pasta with tomato sauce, oranges, and milk. I conducted a walkthrough of the facility, and the following items were monitored: supervision, staff/child ratio, CPR/first aid, IT-SIDS, CBC qualification, Emergency Medical Care Plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, license posted, permit restrictions, safe arrival and departure, and all required posted documents. Violation Number Comment Rule 705 All medicines, including refrigerated and unrefrigerated, were not kept in locked storage. There were three prescription medication and one cold and allergy medication in the living room where the children were sitting. .1719(a)(5) 706 Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care. aerosol air fresheners were on the kitchen table, and in the living room. the kitchen table has additional cleaning supplies. .1719 (a)(7) 1922 Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and Styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three. Plastic bags were in the living room where the children napped and in the front living room on the left of the room near the television. In the dramatic play area, there were several pretend food toys that were still in the plastic the was on it when it was purchased. .1719(a)(18) 1948 Sleeping infants, ages 12 months and younger were not visually checked every 15 minutes. There was no evidence of visually check available for review. .1724(a)(7) 1962 Activity plans did not include activities intended to stimulate the developmental domains, in accordance with NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. There were no activity plan available for review. Provider stated she was still working on it with her son. 10A NCAC 09 .1718(a)(8)(A)(i-iv) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Technical Assistance: Rated License: As outlined in Session Law 2021-127 - Senate Bill (SB); facilities who have been unable to hire/retain staff with the same educational levels in the current star rating are in a hold harmless state. Your facility meets these criteria and therefore will retain your current star rating until six months after Governor Cooper issues an order to rescind Executive Order No. 116 Declaration of a State of Emergency to Coordinate Response and Protective Actions to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19. The state of emergency ended August 15, 2022. Your facility is in Cohort two. During the interim please contact the partnership to assist you with preparing for the Family Childcare Environmental Rating Scales (FCCERS). * Access the resources for your upcoming assessment at www.ncrlap.org. On the first page there is a section that allows you to access resources NC Additional Notes: FCCERS-R Books in Poor Repair: FCCERS-R Health Reminders for the FCCERS-R Language for learning: Infants and Toddlers (video) Summary of Lowest Scoring Items and Indicators for the FCCERS-R Using materials with non-mobile infants (video) You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: JANICE SMITH'S HOME CHILDCARE Facility ID: 04000185 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 8/10/2023 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 8/10/2023 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 215 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 12:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced annual compliance with Rated License visit today was to monitor this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements. Today’s visit was with you, Ms. Janice Smith, owner. This facility currently operates with a four (4) star rated license effective October 30 2018. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Janice, who let me into the facility ad assisted me with the visit. At arrival two children were napping. Later during the visit two additional children arrived for a total of four children today. The children were observed napping, reading books, and later during the visit they played in activity centers and the provider read a book to them. Children were served green beans , pasta, meatballs and tomato sauce, with milk and Jello. INSPECTIONS: The last documented fire drill was conducted 8-04-2023. The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 3-08-2023. The last documented playground inspection was conducted 08-04-2023. The last compliance history was 91%. I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, transportation, safety, program, and management, children’s files, and staff files. The facility does not provide transportation. The provider stated when asked that there are no firearms on the premises. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. During this visit we discussed furthering your education and I checked WORKS on your behalf. Violation Number Comment Rule 706 Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care. Raid flying bug spray was left on the kitchen counter. WD 40 was outside on the picnic table. .1719 (a)(7) 716 Electrical outlets not in use were not covered. Outlets were uncovered behind a chair were children were sleeping and in the living room. 10A NCAC .1719(a)(27) 1854 The operator did not conduct a quarterly lockdown or shelter-in-place drill and or the drill record was incomplete. last documented was March 8, 2023, should have been conducted in June. .1719(a )(16) & .1721(e )(7) 1922 Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three. Plastic bags were stored under the bathroom sink, under the changing tables, the dramatic play food was still in plastic and accessible to children. .1719(a)(18) 1953 Operator did not ensure child's hands were washed upon arrival at the home each day. Two children arrived during the visit and they went straight to the kitchen to finish the meal they arrived with. .1725(a)(4) 2042 Swimming pool on the premises was not enclosed by a fence at least four feet high, or the fence was not locked, to prevent access by children. There was no fence, lock or cover. .1730(i) Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below by August 24, 2023 The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. Technical Assistance: Rated License: As outlined in Session Law 2021-127 - Senate Bill (SB); facilities who have been unable to hire/retain staff with the same educational levels in the current star rating are in a hold harmless state. Your facility meets these criteria and therefore will retain your current star rating until six months after Governor Cooper issues an order to rescind Executive Order No. 116 Declaration of a State of Emergency to Coordinate Response and Protective Actions to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19. This order has ended, and you are in the first Cohort. You will need to start preparing for your Environmental rating assessment this year. Please review the email sent prior today with more details. In the interim: Please contact your local Smart start to help assist you. And continue to work on your Self study to help you prepare. You stated that you are still working on the sections we discussed at the last routine unannounced visit. Environment: Please remember that plastic bags, grocery bags can not be used to store things and can not be accessible to children under three. Outside: if you are interested in keeping the pool, you must have it fenced Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. Practice the three W's: Wear, Wait, Wash •Wear a cloth face covering if you will be with other people •Wait 6 feet apart. Avoid close contact. •Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.