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400 Winston Street, Wilkesboro NC 28697 · License #97000289 · Center · Child Care Center
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10A NCAC 09 .0302 · Violation
Name of Operation: HARVEST TIME CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Facility ID: 97000289 Consultant: KAREN YOUNG Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/6/2026 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 1/6/2026 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 130 Time In: 09:35 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this childcare center to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. This visit was conducted with Gene Shepherd, Administrator. Your GS 110 religious sponsored program currently operates with a Notice of Compliance. Restrictions include 1st shift daytime care. There is currently one classroom in operation at this center. The program’s compliance history was 91% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed staff/child interactions today. I observed children having morning snack, cleaning up from snack, and preparing for group time on the carpet. I observed materials and activities that were available to the children in the classrooms. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 1/15/25. A sanitation inspection was completed on 10/16/25 with a Superior classification and zero (0) demerits. The last fire inspection was conducted on 8/25/25. Program records and required postings were monitored. A fire drill was conducted on 12/15/25 at 9:00 am with one (1) minute and eight (8) seconds to be evacuated by G. Shepherd. A shelter in place drill was documented on 11/24/25 at 2:33 pm by G. Shepherd, but with no time documented for time to reach designated area and no signature of person conducting drill. An outdoor inspection was documented on 12/3/25 with two (2) items noted on the playground inspection sheet and repair on both items noted on 12/4/25. No new staff files, two (2) regular staff file and two (2) children’s records were monitored per DCDEE procedures. No nutrition requirements were monitored per DCDEE procedures since all food and drink for meals and snacks are brought from home daily. Storage of hazardous items was monitored today. Hazardous items were stored in locked closets. Storage and administration of medication were monitored. Medication authorization was monitored. Today I observed one Epi-pen for a nut allergy with required medication paperwork. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The lockdown and shelter in place records were incomplete, missing the time it took to get to the designated location and the signature of the person conducting the drill. Also the from being used was a family childcare form and not the childcare center emergency drill form. A copy of the center emergency drill form was provided for the administrator during the visit today. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before Tuesday, January 20, 2026. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation You may email the letter to: karen.young@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Karen Young P.O. Box 1012 Lewisville, NC 27023 If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action being taken by the DCDEE. Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action being taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance discussed during today’s visit related to violations: • According to childcare rule 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(8), the emergency drills are to have documentation of the date of the drill, what type of drill, the time of the drill, the time it took to reach the designated location, and the signature of the person conducting the drill. Note* if you are a childcare center then you will use the Emergency Drill Log & Report for Centers, not Family Childcare Homes. A clean copy of the Emergency Drill Log & Report for Childcare Centers was printed and provided to Mr. Shepherd during today's visit. Additional Information/Consultation: • You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. • Continue adding all your staff to the ABCMS portal as they are employed and or leave the facility. • The QRIS is being implemented. Go to DCDEE website and clink on “What’s New?” then click on QRIS Modernization to learn more about QRIS. You may click on each link to learn more about each pathway. Since you are a GS 110 religious sponsored program, you are not required to go through the QRIS. • You confirmed with me today that your email address is: htca.school@Yahoo.com. • Go to the DCDEE homepage and sign up for Raise NC Newsletter to get the most recent updates. • You had emailed me previously about a new administrator. Once your new administrator is on place, you may send me the information for next steps and forms to complete. • If you receive any subsidy payments for children in this classroom, your staff will need to complete the Health & Safety training every five (5) years per childcare rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102. • On-Going Professional Development In addition to the required Health and Safety Trainings, staff can access professional development training on the DCDEE website in Moodle under Early Childhood Professional Development in the categories of Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF), Orientation and Regulatory. Updated training modules are being added, including a Child Care Rule Rollout with new rules effective July 1, 2025, found under the Regulatory tab. Specifically, under the Orientation tab, I would encourage all staff to complete the training for “Child Development Module.” This training module provides a basic overview about child development and is designed to help early educators support infants, toddlers, and preschool children to reach their next developmental milestone. In addition to gaining introductory knowledge about child development, early educators will learn about the many resources and professional agencies available in North Carolina to help with promoting a responsive and engaging learning environment to support all children served. Upon completion, participants will receive one (1) contact hour credit (CHC). An individual NCID username and password is needed to access the DCDEE Moodle. If you experience problems with Moodle, contact dcdee_moodle_support@dhhs.nc.gov for assistance. For other training-related questions, please contact the Training and Program Development Consultant, Amia Eaton by calling (919) 814-6365 or emailing her at Amia.Eaton@dhhs.nc.gov At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Karen Young, Child Care Consultant (336) 207-2151 karen.young@dhhs.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ 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 .1102 · Violation
Name of Operation: HARVEST TIME CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Facility ID: 97000289 Consultant: KAREN YOUNG Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/6/2026 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 1/6/2026 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 130 Time In: 09:35 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this childcare center to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. This visit was conducted with Gene Shepherd, Administrator. Your GS 110 religious sponsored program currently operates with a Notice of Compliance. Restrictions include 1st shift daytime care. There is currently one classroom in operation at this center. The program’s compliance history was 91% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed staff/child interactions today. I observed children having morning snack, cleaning up from snack, and preparing for group time on the carpet. I observed materials and activities that were available to the children in the classrooms. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 1/15/25. A sanitation inspection was completed on 10/16/25 with a Superior classification and zero (0) demerits. The last fire inspection was conducted on 8/25/25. Program records and required postings were monitored. A fire drill was conducted on 12/15/25 at 9:00 am with one (1) minute and eight (8) seconds to be evacuated by G. Shepherd. A shelter in place drill was documented on 11/24/25 at 2:33 pm by G. Shepherd, but with no time documented for time to reach designated area and no signature of person conducting drill. An outdoor inspection was documented on 12/3/25 with two (2) items noted on the playground inspection sheet and repair on both items noted on 12/4/25. No new staff files, two (2) regular staff file and two (2) children’s records were monitored per DCDEE procedures. No nutrition requirements were monitored per DCDEE procedures since all food and drink for meals and snacks are brought from home daily. Storage of hazardous items was monitored today. Hazardous items were stored in locked closets. Storage and administration of medication were monitored. Medication authorization was monitored. Today I observed one Epi-pen for a nut allergy with required medication paperwork. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The lockdown and shelter in place records were incomplete, missing the time it took to get to the designated location and the signature of the person conducting the drill. Also the from being used was a family childcare form and not the childcare center emergency drill form. A copy of the center emergency drill form was provided for the administrator during the visit today. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before Tuesday, January 20, 2026. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation You may email the letter to: karen.young@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Karen Young P.O. Box 1012 Lewisville, NC 27023 If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action being taken by the DCDEE. Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action being taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance discussed during today’s visit related to violations: • According to childcare rule 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(8), the emergency drills are to have documentation of the date of the drill, what type of drill, the time of the drill, the time it took to reach the designated location, and the signature of the person conducting the drill. Note* if you are a childcare center then you will use the Emergency Drill Log & Report for Centers, not Family Childcare Homes. A clean copy of the Emergency Drill Log & Report for Childcare Centers was printed and provided to Mr. Shepherd during today's visit. Additional Information/Consultation: • You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. • Continue adding all your staff to the ABCMS portal as they are employed and or leave the facility. • The QRIS is being implemented. Go to DCDEE website and clink on “What’s New?” then click on QRIS Modernization to learn more about QRIS. You may click on each link to learn more about each pathway. Since you are a GS 110 religious sponsored program, you are not required to go through the QRIS. • You confirmed with me today that your email address is: htca.school@Yahoo.com. • Go to the DCDEE homepage and sign up for Raise NC Newsletter to get the most recent updates. • You had emailed me previously about a new administrator. Once your new administrator is on place, you may send me the information for next steps and forms to complete. • If you receive any subsidy payments for children in this classroom, your staff will need to complete the Health & Safety training every five (5) years per childcare rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102. • On-Going Professional Development In addition to the required Health and Safety Trainings, staff can access professional development training on the DCDEE website in Moodle under Early Childhood Professional Development in the categories of Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF), Orientation and Regulatory. Updated training modules are being added, including a Child Care Rule Rollout with new rules effective July 1, 2025, found under the Regulatory tab. Specifically, under the Orientation tab, I would encourage all staff to complete the training for “Child Development Module.” This training module provides a basic overview about child development and is designed to help early educators support infants, toddlers, and preschool children to reach their next developmental milestone. In addition to gaining introductory knowledge about child development, early educators will learn about the many resources and professional agencies available in North Carolina to help with promoting a responsive and engaging learning environment to support all children served. Upon completion, participants will receive one (1) contact hour credit (CHC). An individual NCID username and password is needed to access the DCDEE Moodle. If you experience problems with Moodle, contact dcdee_moodle_support@dhhs.nc.gov for assistance. For other training-related questions, please contact the Training and Program Development Consultant, Amia Eaton by calling (919) 814-6365 or emailing her at Amia.Eaton@dhhs.nc.gov At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Karen Young, Child Care Consultant (336) 207-2151 karen.young@dhhs.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ 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: HARVEST TIME CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Facility ID: 97000289 Consultant: KAREN YOUNG Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/6/2026 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 1/6/2026 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 130 Time In: 09:35 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this childcare center to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. This visit was conducted with Gene Shepherd, Administrator. Your GS 110 religious sponsored program currently operates with a Notice of Compliance. Restrictions include 1st shift daytime care. There is currently one classroom in operation at this center. The program’s compliance history was 91% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed staff/child interactions today. I observed children having morning snack, cleaning up from snack, and preparing for group time on the carpet. I observed materials and activities that were available to the children in the classrooms. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 1/15/25. A sanitation inspection was completed on 10/16/25 with a Superior classification and zero (0) demerits. The last fire inspection was conducted on 8/25/25. Program records and required postings were monitored. A fire drill was conducted on 12/15/25 at 9:00 am with one (1) minute and eight (8) seconds to be evacuated by G. Shepherd. A shelter in place drill was documented on 11/24/25 at 2:33 pm by G. Shepherd, but with no time documented for time to reach designated area and no signature of person conducting drill. An outdoor inspection was documented on 12/3/25 with two (2) items noted on the playground inspection sheet and repair on both items noted on 12/4/25. No new staff files, two (2) regular staff file and two (2) children’s records were monitored per DCDEE procedures. No nutrition requirements were monitored per DCDEE procedures since all food and drink for meals and snacks are brought from home daily. Storage of hazardous items was monitored today. Hazardous items were stored in locked closets. Storage and administration of medication were monitored. Medication authorization was monitored. Today I observed one Epi-pen for a nut allergy with required medication paperwork. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The lockdown and shelter in place records were incomplete, missing the time it took to get to the designated location and the signature of the person conducting the drill. Also the from being used was a family childcare form and not the childcare center emergency drill form. A copy of the center emergency drill form was provided for the administrator during the visit today. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before Tuesday, January 20, 2026. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation You may email the letter to: karen.young@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Karen Young P.O. Box 1012 Lewisville, NC 27023 If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action being taken by the DCDEE. Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action being taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance discussed during today’s visit related to violations: • According to childcare rule 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(8), the emergency drills are to have documentation of the date of the drill, what type of drill, the time of the drill, the time it took to reach the designated location, and the signature of the person conducting the drill. Note* if you are a childcare center then you will use the Emergency Drill Log & Report for Centers, not Family Childcare Homes. A clean copy of the Emergency Drill Log & Report for Childcare Centers was printed and provided to Mr. Shepherd during today's visit. Additional Information/Consultation: • You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. • Continue adding all your staff to the ABCMS portal as they are employed and or leave the facility. • The QRIS is being implemented. Go to DCDEE website and clink on “What’s New?” then click on QRIS Modernization to learn more about QRIS. You may click on each link to learn more about each pathway. Since you are a GS 110 religious sponsored program, you are not required to go through the QRIS. • You confirmed with me today that your email address is: htca.school@Yahoo.com. • Go to the DCDEE homepage and sign up for Raise NC Newsletter to get the most recent updates. • You had emailed me previously about a new administrator. Once your new administrator is on place, you may send me the information for next steps and forms to complete. • If you receive any subsidy payments for children in this classroom, your staff will need to complete the Health & Safety training every five (5) years per childcare rule 10A NCAC 09 .1102. • On-Going Professional Development In addition to the required Health and Safety Trainings, staff can access professional development training on the DCDEE website in Moodle under Early Childhood Professional Development in the categories of Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF), Orientation and Regulatory. Updated training modules are being added, including a Child Care Rule Rollout with new rules effective July 1, 2025, found under the Regulatory tab. Specifically, under the Orientation tab, I would encourage all staff to complete the training for “Child Development Module.” This training module provides a basic overview about child development and is designed to help early educators support infants, toddlers, and preschool children to reach their next developmental milestone. In addition to gaining introductory knowledge about child development, early educators will learn about the many resources and professional agencies available in North Carolina to help with promoting a responsive and engaging learning environment to support all children served. Upon completion, participants will receive one (1) contact hour credit (CHC). An individual NCID username and password is needed to access the DCDEE Moodle. If you experience problems with Moodle, contact dcdee_moodle_support@dhhs.nc.gov for assistance. For other training-related questions, please contact the Training and Program Development Consultant, Amia Eaton by calling (919) 814-6365 or emailing her at Amia.Eaton@dhhs.nc.gov At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Karen Young, Child Care Consultant (336) 207-2151 karen.young@dhhs.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation
Name of Operation: HARVEST TIME CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Facility ID: 97000289 Consultant: KAREN YOUNG Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/4/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 11/4/2025 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 91 Time In: 09:49 AM Time Out: 11:20 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a routine unannounced visit. This visit was conducted with Kandi Baumgardner Shepherd, Lead Teacher. Gene Shepherd, Administrator, was off property today. This religious sponsored program currently operates with a Notice of Compliance. Restrictions include 1st shift daytime care. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 10/31/25 and Harvest Time Ministries and Christian Academy, Inc. was listed as current and active. The program’s compliance history was 92% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. Today, the following items were monitored: • Supervision • Staff / Child Ratio • CPR / First Aid • Special Training • CBC Qualification • ITS – SIDS • 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 The license was observed, and the restrictions were found in compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed staff/child interactions today. I observed children having a story read to them and having free choice center play. No new staff were reported at this program. No medications were observed nor reported. There is one allergy to cashews. The children at this facility bring their own food, snacks and beverages to the school. Storage hazardous items was monitored today. A playground inspection was recorded 11/3/25 at 11:15 am. A fire drill was recorded 10/16/25 at 12:46 pm with forty-eight (48) seconds to evacuate by G. Shepherd. A lockdown and shelter in place emergency drill for the facility was recorded 8/27/25 with two (2) minutes, thirty-one (31) seconds to shelter-in-place and thirty-one (31) seconds to lockdown by G. Shepherd. The most recent fire inspection was on 8/25/25 by Inspector Absher. I observed a sanitation inspection was last conducted on 10/16/25 with zero (0) demerits earning a Superior classification. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. I observed the cement footing at the bottom of a pole on the playground that was not covered by grass or dirt and had sharp edges to it that could be a potential tripping hazard and a danger to the children and/or staff. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. Today I observed three (3) soap containers and one (1) hand sanitizer that were labeled with "Keep out of Reach of Children at the sink. These items were placed in an upper level cabinet, out of the children's reach, during the visit today. .2820(b) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before Monday, November 17, 2025. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action being taken by the DCDEE. You may email the letter to karen.young@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Karen Young P.O. Box 1012 Lewisville, NC 27023 Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action being taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance discussed during today’s visit: • Products with the “Keep out of Reach of Children” are to be stored out of reach of children or locked away. See Sanitation rule 15A NCAC 18A ,2820(b). • Cement footings should be covered with grass or dirt to prevent tripping hazards or a fall injury to children or staff from sharp edges on the cement. See Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0807. Additional Information/Consultation: • You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. • You confirmed with me today that your email address is: htca.school@yahoo.com. • Go to the DCDEE website and sign up for updates so that you will receive the most recent information. • On-Going Professional Development In addition to the required Health and Safety Trainings, staff can access professional development training on the DCDEE website in Moodle under Early Childhood Professional Development in the categories of Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF), Orientation and Regulatory. Updated training modules are being added, including a Child Care Rule Rollout with new rules effective July 1, 2025, found under the Regulatory tab. Specifically, under the Orientation tab, I would encourage all staff to complete the training for “Child Development Module.” This training module provides a basic overview about child development and is designed to help early educators support infants, toddlers, and preschool children to reach their next developmental milestone. In addition to gaining introductory knowledge about child development, early educators will learn about the many resources and professional agencies available in North Carolina to help with promoting a responsive and engaging learning environment to support all children served. Upon completion, participants will receive one (1) contact hour credit (CHC). An individual NCID username and password is needed to access the DCDEE Moodle. If you experience problems with Moodle, contact dcdee_moodle_support@dhhs.nc.gov for assistance. For other training-related questions, please contact the Training and Program Development Consultant, Amia Eaton by calling (919) 814-6365 or emailing her at Amia.Eaton@dhhs.nc.gov • Since you are a GS 110 religious sponsored program you will not be participating in the QRIS Pathways to the Stars. At the completion of the visit, a handwritten visit documentation was provided for you to sign. The typed visit summary was emailed to you this evening once my computer issue was resolved. Please sign at the bottom of page one (1) and scan page one (1) only back to me. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Karen Young, Child Care Consultant (336) 207-2151 kaern.young@dhhs.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
10A NCAC 09 .0807 · Violation
Name of Operation: HARVEST TIME CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Facility ID: 97000289 Consultant: KAREN YOUNG Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/4/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 11/4/2025 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 91 Time In: 09:49 AM Time Out: 11:20 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a routine unannounced visit. This visit was conducted with Kandi Baumgardner Shepherd, Lead Teacher. Gene Shepherd, Administrator, was off property today. This religious sponsored program currently operates with a Notice of Compliance. Restrictions include 1st shift daytime care. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 10/31/25 and Harvest Time Ministries and Christian Academy, Inc. was listed as current and active. The program’s compliance history was 92% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. Today, the following items were monitored: • Supervision • Staff / Child Ratio • CPR / First Aid • Special Training • CBC Qualification • ITS – SIDS • 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 The license was observed, and the restrictions were found in compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed staff/child interactions today. I observed children having a story read to them and having free choice center play. No new staff were reported at this program. No medications were observed nor reported. There is one allergy to cashews. The children at this facility bring their own food, snacks and beverages to the school. Storage hazardous items was monitored today. A playground inspection was recorded 11/3/25 at 11:15 am. A fire drill was recorded 10/16/25 at 12:46 pm with forty-eight (48) seconds to evacuate by G. Shepherd. A lockdown and shelter in place emergency drill for the facility was recorded 8/27/25 with two (2) minutes, thirty-one (31) seconds to shelter-in-place and thirty-one (31) seconds to lockdown by G. Shepherd. The most recent fire inspection was on 8/25/25 by Inspector Absher. I observed a sanitation inspection was last conducted on 10/16/25 with zero (0) demerits earning a Superior classification. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. I observed the cement footing at the bottom of a pole on the playground that was not covered by grass or dirt and had sharp edges to it that could be a potential tripping hazard and a danger to the children and/or staff. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. Today I observed three (3) soap containers and one (1) hand sanitizer that were labeled with "Keep out of Reach of Children at the sink. These items were placed in an upper level cabinet, out of the children's reach, during the visit today. .2820(b) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before Monday, November 17, 2025. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action being taken by the DCDEE. You may email the letter to karen.young@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Karen Young P.O. Box 1012 Lewisville, NC 27023 Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action being taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance discussed during today’s visit: • Products with the “Keep out of Reach of Children” are to be stored out of reach of children or locked away. See Sanitation rule 15A NCAC 18A ,2820(b). • Cement footings should be covered with grass or dirt to prevent tripping hazards or a fall injury to children or staff from sharp edges on the cement. See Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0807. Additional Information/Consultation: • You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. • You confirmed with me today that your email address is: htca.school@yahoo.com. • Go to the DCDEE website and sign up for updates so that you will receive the most recent information. • On-Going Professional Development In addition to the required Health and Safety Trainings, staff can access professional development training on the DCDEE website in Moodle under Early Childhood Professional Development in the categories of Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF), Orientation and Regulatory. Updated training modules are being added, including a Child Care Rule Rollout with new rules effective July 1, 2025, found under the Regulatory tab. Specifically, under the Orientation tab, I would encourage all staff to complete the training for “Child Development Module.” This training module provides a basic overview about child development and is designed to help early educators support infants, toddlers, and preschool children to reach their next developmental milestone. In addition to gaining introductory knowledge about child development, early educators will learn about the many resources and professional agencies available in North Carolina to help with promoting a responsive and engaging learning environment to support all children served. Upon completion, participants will receive one (1) contact hour credit (CHC). An individual NCID username and password is needed to access the DCDEE Moodle. If you experience problems with Moodle, contact dcdee_moodle_support@dhhs.nc.gov for assistance. For other training-related questions, please contact the Training and Program Development Consultant, Amia Eaton by calling (919) 814-6365 or emailing her at Amia.Eaton@dhhs.nc.gov • Since you are a GS 110 religious sponsored program you will not be participating in the QRIS Pathways to the Stars. At the completion of the visit, a handwritten visit documentation was provided for you to sign. The typed visit summary was emailed to you this evening once my computer issue was resolved. Please sign at the bottom of page one (1) and scan page one (1) only back to me. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Karen Young, Child Care Consultant (336) 207-2151 kaern.young@dhhs.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ 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: HARVEST TIME CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Facility ID: 97000289 Consultant: KAREN YOUNG Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/4/2025 Number Present: 5 Completed Date: 11/4/2025 Age: From 4 To 4 Total Minutes: 91 Time In: 09:49 AM Time Out: 11:20 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a routine unannounced visit. This visit was conducted with Kandi Baumgardner Shepherd, Lead Teacher. Gene Shepherd, Administrator, was off property today. This religious sponsored program currently operates with a Notice of Compliance. Restrictions include 1st shift daytime care. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 10/31/25 and Harvest Time Ministries and Christian Academy, Inc. was listed as current and active. The program’s compliance history was 92% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. Today, the following items were monitored: • Supervision • Staff / Child Ratio • CPR / First Aid • Special Training • CBC Qualification • ITS – SIDS • 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 The license was observed, and the restrictions were found in compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed staff/child interactions today. I observed children having a story read to them and having free choice center play. No new staff were reported at this program. No medications were observed nor reported. There is one allergy to cashews. The children at this facility bring their own food, snacks and beverages to the school. Storage hazardous items was monitored today. A playground inspection was recorded 11/3/25 at 11:15 am. A fire drill was recorded 10/16/25 at 12:46 pm with forty-eight (48) seconds to evacuate by G. Shepherd. A lockdown and shelter in place emergency drill for the facility was recorded 8/27/25 with two (2) minutes, thirty-one (31) seconds to shelter-in-place and thirty-one (31) seconds to lockdown by G. Shepherd. The most recent fire inspection was on 8/25/25 by Inspector Absher. I observed a sanitation inspection was last conducted on 10/16/25 with zero (0) demerits earning a Superior classification. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. I observed the cement footing at the bottom of a pole on the playground that was not covered by grass or dirt and had sharp edges to it that could be a potential tripping hazard and a danger to the children and/or staff. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. Today I observed three (3) soap containers and one (1) hand sanitizer that were labeled with "Keep out of Reach of Children at the sink. These items were placed in an upper level cabinet, out of the children's reach, during the visit today. .2820(b) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before Monday, November 17, 2025. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action being taken by the DCDEE. You may email the letter to karen.young@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Karen Young P.O. Box 1012 Lewisville, NC 27023 Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action being taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance discussed during today’s visit: • Products with the “Keep out of Reach of Children” are to be stored out of reach of children or locked away. See Sanitation rule 15A NCAC 18A ,2820(b). • Cement footings should be covered with grass or dirt to prevent tripping hazards or a fall injury to children or staff from sharp edges on the cement. See Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0807. Additional Information/Consultation: • You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. • You confirmed with me today that your email address is: htca.school@yahoo.com. • Go to the DCDEE website and sign up for updates so that you will receive the most recent information. • On-Going Professional Development In addition to the required Health and Safety Trainings, staff can access professional development training on the DCDEE website in Moodle under Early Childhood Professional Development in the categories of Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF), Orientation and Regulatory. Updated training modules are being added, including a Child Care Rule Rollout with new rules effective July 1, 2025, found under the Regulatory tab. Specifically, under the Orientation tab, I would encourage all staff to complete the training for “Child Development Module.” This training module provides a basic overview about child development and is designed to help early educators support infants, toddlers, and preschool children to reach their next developmental milestone. In addition to gaining introductory knowledge about child development, early educators will learn about the many resources and professional agencies available in North Carolina to help with promoting a responsive and engaging learning environment to support all children served. Upon completion, participants will receive one (1) contact hour credit (CHC). An individual NCID username and password is needed to access the DCDEE Moodle. If you experience problems with Moodle, contact dcdee_moodle_support@dhhs.nc.gov for assistance. For other training-related questions, please contact the Training and Program Development Consultant, Amia Eaton by calling (919) 814-6365 or emailing her at Amia.Eaton@dhhs.nc.gov • Since you are a GS 110 religious sponsored program you will not be participating in the QRIS Pathways to the Stars. At the completion of the visit, a handwritten visit documentation was provided for you to sign. The typed visit summary was emailed to you this evening once my computer issue was resolved. Please sign at the bottom of page one (1) and scan page one (1) only back to me. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Karen Young, Child Care Consultant (336) 207-2151 kaern.young@dhhs.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
10A NCAC 09 .0605 · Violation
Name of Operation: HARVEST TIME CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Facility ID: 97000289 Consultant: KAREN YOUNG Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/22/2024 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 8/22/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 155 Time In: 10:55 AM Time Out: 01:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a routine unannounced visit. Gene Shepherd, Director, assisted me with the visit. Your program currently operates with a GS 110-106 Notice of Compliance. Restrictions include 1st shift day time care. The program’s compliance history was 94% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. Today, the following items were monitored: • Supervision • Staff / Child Ratio • CPR / First Aid • Special Training • CBC Qualification • ITS – SIDS • 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 The license was observed, and the restrictions were found in compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Upon arrival, staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed positive interactions today. I observed children having free choice outdoor time and preparing for lunch and having lunches brought from home. Two (2) new staff were reported at this program, Files for new staff were reviewed. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, Playground Safety, ITS-SIDS, Special Training including Health and Safety Training and Criminal Background Checks. No medications were observed nor reported. Storage hazardous items was monitored today. A playground inspection was recorded 3/13/24 by K. Baumgardner. There were no inspections documented for the months of April or May of 20204. The program was out for the summer and opened back on 8/14/24. No playground inspection has been conducted for the month of August 2024. A fire drill was recorded 5/30/24. A shelter in place /lockdown drill for the facility was last recorded 2/29/24. There was no shelter-in-place or lockdown documented for the month of May 2024, three months later. The most recent fire inspection was on 5/3/24 by Robbie Bolin. I observed a sanitation inspection was last conducted on 1/25/24 earning a Superior classification with two (2) demerits. You stated that you do not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. I observed an unlocked closet in room 106 where hazardous items such as clorox and other hazardous items were found on the shelves. .2820(b) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. I observed no documentation for playground inspections for the months of April and May of 2024. The last playground inspection was documented on 3/13/24. A playground inspection is due for the month of August 2024 by August 31, 2024. .0605(q) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. Two (2) new staff have not received the EPR training and the plan posted needs to be revised as some staff listed on the EPR plan are no longer employed at this program. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. I observed no documentation for a lockdown/shelter-in-place for the month of May 2024, three (3) months after the 2/29/24 emergency drill. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before Thursday, September 5, 2024. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. You may email the letter to karen.young@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Karen Young P.O. Box 1012 Lewisville, NC 27023 Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance provided during today’s visit: • Hazardous items must be locked at all times. See Child Care Rule 15A NCAC 18A .2820(d). • Lock down and Shelter-in-place drills are to be conducted at least every three (3) months so that staff and children are aware of the procedures in the event of any emergency. See Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09. 0604(u), .0302(d)(8). • Playground Inspections are to be conducted every month for the safety of the children on the playground area. I observed no documentation of playground inspections for the months of April or May 2024. You still have time to complete and document an inspection for the month of August 2024. See Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605(q). • New staff must be trained on the Emergency Medical Care (EMC) Plan so that they are aware of and know who to contact in the event of a medical emergency. See Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a). Consultation during today’s visit: • You must give me a thirty (30) day notice for any change in location, address, or ownership status. • We discussed the importance of keeping hazardous items locked at all times to keep children safe. • We discussed the importance of conducting and documenting your lockdown and shelter-in-place drills so children and staff can practice procedures on what to do in the event of a true lockdown or shelter-in-place event. • We discussed the importance of conducting and documenting your playground safety inspections monthly to keep children safe on the playground. • We discussed the importance of training and getting any and all new staff acquainted with the EMC plan, so they are ready to contact proper agencies and authorities in the event of a true medical emergency. • New staff member E.B. is not to be in the classroom with children until her CBC letter is received. Please contact me once she has received her CBC. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Karen Young, Child Care Consultant (336) 207-2151 karen.young@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ 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 .0802 · Violation
Name of Operation: HARVEST TIME CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Facility ID: 97000289 Consultant: KAREN YOUNG Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/22/2024 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 8/22/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 155 Time In: 10:55 AM Time Out: 01:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a routine unannounced visit. Gene Shepherd, Director, assisted me with the visit. Your program currently operates with a GS 110-106 Notice of Compliance. Restrictions include 1st shift day time care. The program’s compliance history was 94% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. Today, the following items were monitored: • Supervision • Staff / Child Ratio • CPR / First Aid • Special Training • CBC Qualification • ITS – SIDS • 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 The license was observed, and the restrictions were found in compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Upon arrival, staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed positive interactions today. I observed children having free choice outdoor time and preparing for lunch and having lunches brought from home. Two (2) new staff were reported at this program, Files for new staff were reviewed. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, Playground Safety, ITS-SIDS, Special Training including Health and Safety Training and Criminal Background Checks. No medications were observed nor reported. Storage hazardous items was monitored today. A playground inspection was recorded 3/13/24 by K. Baumgardner. There were no inspections documented for the months of April or May of 20204. The program was out for the summer and opened back on 8/14/24. No playground inspection has been conducted for the month of August 2024. A fire drill was recorded 5/30/24. A shelter in place /lockdown drill for the facility was last recorded 2/29/24. There was no shelter-in-place or lockdown documented for the month of May 2024, three months later. The most recent fire inspection was on 5/3/24 by Robbie Bolin. I observed a sanitation inspection was last conducted on 1/25/24 earning a Superior classification with two (2) demerits. You stated that you do not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. I observed an unlocked closet in room 106 where hazardous items such as clorox and other hazardous items were found on the shelves. .2820(b) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. I observed no documentation for playground inspections for the months of April and May of 2024. The last playground inspection was documented on 3/13/24. A playground inspection is due for the month of August 2024 by August 31, 2024. .0605(q) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. Two (2) new staff have not received the EPR training and the plan posted needs to be revised as some staff listed on the EPR plan are no longer employed at this program. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. I observed no documentation for a lockdown/shelter-in-place for the month of May 2024, three (3) months after the 2/29/24 emergency drill. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before Thursday, September 5, 2024. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. You may email the letter to karen.young@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Karen Young P.O. Box 1012 Lewisville, NC 27023 Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance provided during today’s visit: • Hazardous items must be locked at all times. See Child Care Rule 15A NCAC 18A .2820(d). • Lock down and Shelter-in-place drills are to be conducted at least every three (3) months so that staff and children are aware of the procedures in the event of any emergency. See Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09. 0604(u), .0302(d)(8). • Playground Inspections are to be conducted every month for the safety of the children on the playground area. I observed no documentation of playground inspections for the months of April or May 2024. You still have time to complete and document an inspection for the month of August 2024. See Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605(q). • New staff must be trained on the Emergency Medical Care (EMC) Plan so that they are aware of and know who to contact in the event of a medical emergency. See Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a). Consultation during today’s visit: • You must give me a thirty (30) day notice for any change in location, address, or ownership status. • We discussed the importance of keeping hazardous items locked at all times to keep children safe. • We discussed the importance of conducting and documenting your lockdown and shelter-in-place drills so children and staff can practice procedures on what to do in the event of a true lockdown or shelter-in-place event. • We discussed the importance of conducting and documenting your playground safety inspections monthly to keep children safe on the playground. • We discussed the importance of training and getting any and all new staff acquainted with the EMC plan, so they are ready to contact proper agencies and authorities in the event of a true medical emergency. • New staff member E.B. is not to be in the classroom with children until her CBC letter is received. Please contact me once she has received her CBC. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Karen Young, Child Care Consultant (336) 207-2151 karen.young@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
10A NCAC 09. 0604 · Violation
Name of Operation: HARVEST TIME CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Facility ID: 97000289 Consultant: KAREN YOUNG Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/22/2024 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 8/22/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 155 Time In: 10:55 AM Time Out: 01:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a routine unannounced visit. Gene Shepherd, Director, assisted me with the visit. Your program currently operates with a GS 110-106 Notice of Compliance. Restrictions include 1st shift day time care. The program’s compliance history was 94% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. Today, the following items were monitored: • Supervision • Staff / Child Ratio • CPR / First Aid • Special Training • CBC Qualification • ITS – SIDS • 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 The license was observed, and the restrictions were found in compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Upon arrival, staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed positive interactions today. I observed children having free choice outdoor time and preparing for lunch and having lunches brought from home. Two (2) new staff were reported at this program, Files for new staff were reviewed. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, Playground Safety, ITS-SIDS, Special Training including Health and Safety Training and Criminal Background Checks. No medications were observed nor reported. Storage hazardous items was monitored today. A playground inspection was recorded 3/13/24 by K. Baumgardner. There were no inspections documented for the months of April or May of 20204. The program was out for the summer and opened back on 8/14/24. No playground inspection has been conducted for the month of August 2024. A fire drill was recorded 5/30/24. A shelter in place /lockdown drill for the facility was last recorded 2/29/24. There was no shelter-in-place or lockdown documented for the month of May 2024, three months later. The most recent fire inspection was on 5/3/24 by Robbie Bolin. I observed a sanitation inspection was last conducted on 1/25/24 earning a Superior classification with two (2) demerits. You stated that you do not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. I observed an unlocked closet in room 106 where hazardous items such as clorox and other hazardous items were found on the shelves. .2820(b) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. I observed no documentation for playground inspections for the months of April and May of 2024. The last playground inspection was documented on 3/13/24. A playground inspection is due for the month of August 2024 by August 31, 2024. .0605(q) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. Two (2) new staff have not received the EPR training and the plan posted needs to be revised as some staff listed on the EPR plan are no longer employed at this program. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. I observed no documentation for a lockdown/shelter-in-place for the month of May 2024, three (3) months after the 2/29/24 emergency drill. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before Thursday, September 5, 2024. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. You may email the letter to karen.young@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Karen Young P.O. Box 1012 Lewisville, NC 27023 Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance provided during today’s visit: • Hazardous items must be locked at all times. See Child Care Rule 15A NCAC 18A .2820(d). • Lock down and Shelter-in-place drills are to be conducted at least every three (3) months so that staff and children are aware of the procedures in the event of any emergency. See Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09. 0604(u), .0302(d)(8). • Playground Inspections are to be conducted every month for the safety of the children on the playground area. I observed no documentation of playground inspections for the months of April or May 2024. You still have time to complete and document an inspection for the month of August 2024. See Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605(q). • New staff must be trained on the Emergency Medical Care (EMC) Plan so that they are aware of and know who to contact in the event of a medical emergency. See Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a). Consultation during today’s visit: • You must give me a thirty (30) day notice for any change in location, address, or ownership status. • We discussed the importance of keeping hazardous items locked at all times to keep children safe. • We discussed the importance of conducting and documenting your lockdown and shelter-in-place drills so children and staff can practice procedures on what to do in the event of a true lockdown or shelter-in-place event. • We discussed the importance of conducting and documenting your playground safety inspections monthly to keep children safe on the playground. • We discussed the importance of training and getting any and all new staff acquainted with the EMC plan, so they are ready to contact proper agencies and authorities in the event of a true medical emergency. • New staff member E.B. is not to be in the classroom with children until her CBC letter is received. Please contact me once she has received her CBC. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Karen Young, Child Care Consultant (336) 207-2151 karen.young@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
GS 110-106 · Violation
Name of Operation: HARVEST TIME CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Facility ID: 97000289 Consultant: KAREN YOUNG Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/22/2024 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 8/22/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 155 Time In: 10:55 AM Time Out: 01:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a routine unannounced visit. Gene Shepherd, Director, assisted me with the visit. Your program currently operates with a GS 110-106 Notice of Compliance. Restrictions include 1st shift day time care. The program’s compliance history was 94% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. Today, the following items were monitored: • Supervision • Staff / Child Ratio • CPR / First Aid • Special Training • CBC Qualification • ITS – SIDS • 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 The license was observed, and the restrictions were found in compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Upon arrival, staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed positive interactions today. I observed children having free choice outdoor time and preparing for lunch and having lunches brought from home. Two (2) new staff were reported at this program, Files for new staff were reviewed. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, Playground Safety, ITS-SIDS, Special Training including Health and Safety Training and Criminal Background Checks. No medications were observed nor reported. Storage hazardous items was monitored today. A playground inspection was recorded 3/13/24 by K. Baumgardner. There were no inspections documented for the months of April or May of 20204. The program was out for the summer and opened back on 8/14/24. No playground inspection has been conducted for the month of August 2024. A fire drill was recorded 5/30/24. A shelter in place /lockdown drill for the facility was last recorded 2/29/24. There was no shelter-in-place or lockdown documented for the month of May 2024, three months later. The most recent fire inspection was on 5/3/24 by Robbie Bolin. I observed a sanitation inspection was last conducted on 1/25/24 earning a Superior classification with two (2) demerits. You stated that you do not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. I observed an unlocked closet in room 106 where hazardous items such as clorox and other hazardous items were found on the shelves. .2820(b) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. I observed no documentation for playground inspections for the months of April and May of 2024. The last playground inspection was documented on 3/13/24. A playground inspection is due for the month of August 2024 by August 31, 2024. .0605(q) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. Two (2) new staff have not received the EPR training and the plan posted needs to be revised as some staff listed on the EPR plan are no longer employed at this program. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. I observed no documentation for a lockdown/shelter-in-place for the month of May 2024, three (3) months after the 2/29/24 emergency drill. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before Thursday, September 5, 2024. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. You may email the letter to karen.young@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Karen Young P.O. Box 1012 Lewisville, NC 27023 Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance provided during today’s visit: • Hazardous items must be locked at all times. See Child Care Rule 15A NCAC 18A .2820(d). • Lock down and Shelter-in-place drills are to be conducted at least every three (3) months so that staff and children are aware of the procedures in the event of any emergency. See Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09. 0604(u), .0302(d)(8). • Playground Inspections are to be conducted every month for the safety of the children on the playground area. I observed no documentation of playground inspections for the months of April or May 2024. You still have time to complete and document an inspection for the month of August 2024. See Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605(q). • New staff must be trained on the Emergency Medical Care (EMC) Plan so that they are aware of and know who to contact in the event of a medical emergency. See Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a). Consultation during today’s visit: • You must give me a thirty (30) day notice for any change in location, address, or ownership status. • We discussed the importance of keeping hazardous items locked at all times to keep children safe. • We discussed the importance of conducting and documenting your lockdown and shelter-in-place drills so children and staff can practice procedures on what to do in the event of a true lockdown or shelter-in-place event. • We discussed the importance of conducting and documenting your playground safety inspections monthly to keep children safe on the playground. • We discussed the importance of training and getting any and all new staff acquainted with the EMC plan, so they are ready to contact proper agencies and authorities in the event of a true medical emergency. • New staff member E.B. is not to be in the classroom with children until her CBC letter is received. Please contact me once she has received her CBC. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Karen Young, Child Care Consultant (336) 207-2151 karen.young@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ 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: HARVEST TIME CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Facility ID: 97000289 Consultant: KAREN YOUNG Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/22/2024 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 8/22/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 155 Time In: 10:55 AM Time Out: 01:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a routine unannounced visit. Gene Shepherd, Director, assisted me with the visit. Your program currently operates with a GS 110-106 Notice of Compliance. Restrictions include 1st shift day time care. The program’s compliance history was 94% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. Today, the following items were monitored: • Supervision • Staff / Child Ratio • CPR / First Aid • Special Training • CBC Qualification • ITS – SIDS • 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 The license was observed, and the restrictions were found in compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. Upon arrival, staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed positive interactions today. I observed children having free choice outdoor time and preparing for lunch and having lunches brought from home. Two (2) new staff were reported at this program, Files for new staff were reviewed. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, Playground Safety, ITS-SIDS, Special Training including Health and Safety Training and Criminal Background Checks. No medications were observed nor reported. Storage hazardous items was monitored today. A playground inspection was recorded 3/13/24 by K. Baumgardner. There were no inspections documented for the months of April or May of 20204. The program was out for the summer and opened back on 8/14/24. No playground inspection has been conducted for the month of August 2024. A fire drill was recorded 5/30/24. A shelter in place /lockdown drill for the facility was last recorded 2/29/24. There was no shelter-in-place or lockdown documented for the month of May 2024, three months later. The most recent fire inspection was on 5/3/24 by Robbie Bolin. I observed a sanitation inspection was last conducted on 1/25/24 earning a Superior classification with two (2) demerits. You stated that you do not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. I observed an unlocked closet in room 106 where hazardous items such as clorox and other hazardous items were found on the shelves. .2820(b) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. I observed no documentation for playground inspections for the months of April and May of 2024. The last playground inspection was documented on 3/13/24. A playground inspection is due for the month of August 2024 by August 31, 2024. .0605(q) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. Two (2) new staff have not received the EPR training and the plan posted needs to be revised as some staff listed on the EPR plan are no longer employed at this program. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. I observed no documentation for a lockdown/shelter-in-place for the month of May 2024, three (3) months after the 2/29/24 emergency drill. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before Thursday, September 5, 2024. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. You may email the letter to karen.young@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Karen Young P.O. Box 1012 Lewisville, NC 27023 Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance provided during today’s visit: • Hazardous items must be locked at all times. See Child Care Rule 15A NCAC 18A .2820(d). • Lock down and Shelter-in-place drills are to be conducted at least every three (3) months so that staff and children are aware of the procedures in the event of any emergency. See Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09. 0604(u), .0302(d)(8). • Playground Inspections are to be conducted every month for the safety of the children on the playground area. I observed no documentation of playground inspections for the months of April or May 2024. You still have time to complete and document an inspection for the month of August 2024. See Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605(q). • New staff must be trained on the Emergency Medical Care (EMC) Plan so that they are aware of and know who to contact in the event of a medical emergency. See Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a). Consultation during today’s visit: • You must give me a thirty (30) day notice for any change in location, address, or ownership status. • We discussed the importance of keeping hazardous items locked at all times to keep children safe. • We discussed the importance of conducting and documenting your lockdown and shelter-in-place drills so children and staff can practice procedures on what to do in the event of a true lockdown or shelter-in-place event. • We discussed the importance of conducting and documenting your playground safety inspections monthly to keep children safe on the playground. • We discussed the importance of training and getting any and all new staff acquainted with the EMC plan, so they are ready to contact proper agencies and authorities in the event of a true medical emergency. • New staff member E.B. is not to be in the classroom with children until her CBC letter is received. Please contact me once she has received her CBC. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Karen Young, Child Care Consultant (336) 207-2151 karen.young@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation
Name of Operation: HARVEST TIME CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Facility ID: 97000289 Consultant: KAREN YOUNG Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/14/2023 Number Present: 13 Completed Date: 8/14/2023 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 145 Time In: 10:05 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a routine unannounced visit. Katie Baumgardner, lead teacher, assisted me with the visit. Your program currently operates with a Notie of Compliance. Restrictions include 1st shift only. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 8/14/23 and Harvest Time Ministries and Christian Academy Inc. was listed as current and active. The program’s compliance history was 98% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. Today, the following items were monitored: • Supervision • Staff / Child Ratio • CPR / First Aid • Special Training • CBC Qualification • ITS – SIDS • 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 The license was observed, and the restrictions were found in compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. I observed flying insects on the grassy play area. The grass needed mowing but was being cut during the visit today. The maintenance man was reminded to close and secure fence gates behind him. Upon arrival, staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed positive interactions today. I observed children having free choice play in the classroom. Two (2) new staff were reported at this program. Files for new staff were reviewed. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, Playground Safety, ITS-SIDS, Special Training including Health and Safety Training and Criminal Background Checks. It was observed that the substitute in the classroom today, Heather Louise Williams does not have a current Criminal Background Check on file. The new teacher assistant who was absent today does not have record of her TB screening /test on file. Ms. Baumgardner has thirteen (13) children present today with the youngest child being two (2) years old. Ms. Baumgardner may only have ten (10) children by herself according to the ratios for minimum standards of a GS 110-106 religious sponsored school. The two choices are to move another sub into this classroom who has a criminal background check in place or send four (4) children home as that Ms. Baumgardner is left with only ten (10) children by herself. After speaking to Mr. Logan (Administrator in charge, since Mr. Shepherd was off premises), they chose to place another staff member (F. K. CBC expires 5/26/26) in the classroom with K. Baumgardner who has a current CBC. H. W. is no longer in the preschool classroom. No medications were observed nor reported. Storage hazardous items was monitored today. I observed a Great Value Disinfectant Spray and a container of Clorox wipes in a high cabinet unlocked. A playground inspection was recorded 5/1/23. A fire drill was recorded 7/20/23 for staff only. A lock down and shelter in place drill for the facility was recorded 5/23/23. This GS 110-106 program does not operate in the summer months of June or July. The most recent fire inspection was not available for review today. Office assistant, Angela, called Wilkes County Fire Marshall during my visit today to get the date of the last inspection. He was to call her back with the date. Please scan the inspection to me once you receive a copy. I observed a sanitation inspection was last conducted on 1/26/23 earning a Superior classification with three (3) demerits. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. It was observed that no fire inspection was available for review during the visit. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. It was observed that two(2) hazardous items (clorox wipes, Great Value spray disinfectant) were found in an unlocked cabinet during the visit today. Lead teacher, K.B. locked the two (2) items in a closet during the visit today. This violation was corrected during the visit. .2820(b) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. It was observed that the new teacher assistant, H. B. did not have record of a TB test or screening on file. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. New substitute Heather Louise Williams did not have a Current Criminal Background CHeck on file prior to caring for children. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. It was observed that new substitute H. W. did not have record of completion of Shaken Baby Abusive Head Trauma prior to caring for children ages 0-5. .0608(d)(1-4) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before Monday, August 28, 2023. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. You may email the letter to karen.young@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Karen Young P.O. Box 1012 Lewisville, NC 27023 Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance provided during today’s visit: · You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. · You are not in a Cohort for license renewal since you are a GS 110-106 with a Notice of Compliance. · Keep a watch on the flying insects in the grassy area of the playground. · Remember to keep hazardous items locked that have the waring, “Keep out of Reach of children”. *Remember anyone working in the licensed preschool must have a current CBC letter on file prior to working in this preschool. * Remember to obtain a fire inpsection at least every twelve (12) months. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Karen Young, Child Care Consultant (336)207-2151 karen.young@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ 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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G.S. 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: HARVEST TIME CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Facility ID: 97000289 Consultant: KAREN YOUNG Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/14/2023 Number Present: 13 Completed Date: 8/14/2023 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 145 Time In: 10:05 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a routine unannounced visit. Katie Baumgardner, lead teacher, assisted me with the visit. Your program currently operates with a Notie of Compliance. Restrictions include 1st shift only. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 8/14/23 and Harvest Time Ministries and Christian Academy Inc. was listed as current and active. The program’s compliance history was 98% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. Today, the following items were monitored: • Supervision • Staff / Child Ratio • CPR / First Aid • Special Training • CBC Qualification • ITS – SIDS • 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 The license was observed, and the restrictions were found in compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. I observed flying insects on the grassy play area. The grass needed mowing but was being cut during the visit today. The maintenance man was reminded to close and secure fence gates behind him. Upon arrival, staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed positive interactions today. I observed children having free choice play in the classroom. Two (2) new staff were reported at this program. Files for new staff were reviewed. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, Playground Safety, ITS-SIDS, Special Training including Health and Safety Training and Criminal Background Checks. It was observed that the substitute in the classroom today, Heather Louise Williams does not have a current Criminal Background Check on file. The new teacher assistant who was absent today does not have record of her TB screening /test on file. Ms. Baumgardner has thirteen (13) children present today with the youngest child being two (2) years old. Ms. Baumgardner may only have ten (10) children by herself according to the ratios for minimum standards of a GS 110-106 religious sponsored school. The two choices are to move another sub into this classroom who has a criminal background check in place or send four (4) children home as that Ms. Baumgardner is left with only ten (10) children by herself. After speaking to Mr. Logan (Administrator in charge, since Mr. Shepherd was off premises), they chose to place another staff member (F. K. CBC expires 5/26/26) in the classroom with K. Baumgardner who has a current CBC. H. W. is no longer in the preschool classroom. No medications were observed nor reported. Storage hazardous items was monitored today. I observed a Great Value Disinfectant Spray and a container of Clorox wipes in a high cabinet unlocked. A playground inspection was recorded 5/1/23. A fire drill was recorded 7/20/23 for staff only. A lock down and shelter in place drill for the facility was recorded 5/23/23. This GS 110-106 program does not operate in the summer months of June or July. The most recent fire inspection was not available for review today. Office assistant, Angela, called Wilkes County Fire Marshall during my visit today to get the date of the last inspection. He was to call her back with the date. Please scan the inspection to me once you receive a copy. I observed a sanitation inspection was last conducted on 1/26/23 earning a Superior classification with three (3) demerits. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. It was observed that no fire inspection was available for review during the visit. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. It was observed that two(2) hazardous items (clorox wipes, Great Value spray disinfectant) were found in an unlocked cabinet during the visit today. Lead teacher, K.B. locked the two (2) items in a closet during the visit today. This violation was corrected during the visit. .2820(b) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. It was observed that the new teacher assistant, H. B. did not have record of a TB test or screening on file. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. New substitute Heather Louise Williams did not have a Current Criminal Background CHeck on file prior to caring for children. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. It was observed that new substitute H. W. did not have record of completion of Shaken Baby Abusive Head Trauma prior to caring for children ages 0-5. .0608(d)(1-4) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before Monday, August 28, 2023. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. You may email the letter to karen.young@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Karen Young P.O. Box 1012 Lewisville, NC 27023 Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance provided during today’s visit: · You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. · You are not in a Cohort for license renewal since you are a GS 110-106 with a Notice of Compliance. · Keep a watch on the flying insects in the grassy area of the playground. · Remember to keep hazardous items locked that have the waring, “Keep out of Reach of children”. *Remember anyone working in the licensed preschool must have a current CBC letter on file prior to working in this preschool. * Remember to obtain a fire inpsection at least every twelve (12) months. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Karen Young, Child Care Consultant (336)207-2151 karen.young@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
GS 110-106 · Violation
Name of Operation: HARVEST TIME CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Facility ID: 97000289 Consultant: KAREN YOUNG Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/14/2023 Number Present: 13 Completed Date: 8/14/2023 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 145 Time In: 10:05 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a routine unannounced visit. Katie Baumgardner, lead teacher, assisted me with the visit. Your program currently operates with a Notie of Compliance. Restrictions include 1st shift only. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 8/14/23 and Harvest Time Ministries and Christian Academy Inc. was listed as current and active. The program’s compliance history was 98% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. Today, the following items were monitored: • Supervision • Staff / Child Ratio • CPR / First Aid • Special Training • CBC Qualification • ITS – SIDS • 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 The license was observed, and the restrictions were found in compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. I observed flying insects on the grassy play area. The grass needed mowing but was being cut during the visit today. The maintenance man was reminded to close and secure fence gates behind him. Upon arrival, staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed positive interactions today. I observed children having free choice play in the classroom. Two (2) new staff were reported at this program. Files for new staff were reviewed. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, Playground Safety, ITS-SIDS, Special Training including Health and Safety Training and Criminal Background Checks. It was observed that the substitute in the classroom today, Heather Louise Williams does not have a current Criminal Background Check on file. The new teacher assistant who was absent today does not have record of her TB screening /test on file. Ms. Baumgardner has thirteen (13) children present today with the youngest child being two (2) years old. Ms. Baumgardner may only have ten (10) children by herself according to the ratios for minimum standards of a GS 110-106 religious sponsored school. The two choices are to move another sub into this classroom who has a criminal background check in place or send four (4) children home as that Ms. Baumgardner is left with only ten (10) children by herself. After speaking to Mr. Logan (Administrator in charge, since Mr. Shepherd was off premises), they chose to place another staff member (F. K. CBC expires 5/26/26) in the classroom with K. Baumgardner who has a current CBC. H. W. is no longer in the preschool classroom. No medications were observed nor reported. Storage hazardous items was monitored today. I observed a Great Value Disinfectant Spray and a container of Clorox wipes in a high cabinet unlocked. A playground inspection was recorded 5/1/23. A fire drill was recorded 7/20/23 for staff only. A lock down and shelter in place drill for the facility was recorded 5/23/23. This GS 110-106 program does not operate in the summer months of June or July. The most recent fire inspection was not available for review today. Office assistant, Angela, called Wilkes County Fire Marshall during my visit today to get the date of the last inspection. He was to call her back with the date. Please scan the inspection to me once you receive a copy. I observed a sanitation inspection was last conducted on 1/26/23 earning a Superior classification with three (3) demerits. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. It was observed that no fire inspection was available for review during the visit. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. It was observed that two(2) hazardous items (clorox wipes, Great Value spray disinfectant) were found in an unlocked cabinet during the visit today. Lead teacher, K.B. locked the two (2) items in a closet during the visit today. This violation was corrected during the visit. .2820(b) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. It was observed that the new teacher assistant, H. B. did not have record of a TB test or screening on file. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. New substitute Heather Louise Williams did not have a Current Criminal Background CHeck on file prior to caring for children. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. It was observed that new substitute H. W. did not have record of completion of Shaken Baby Abusive Head Trauma prior to caring for children ages 0-5. .0608(d)(1-4) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before Monday, August 28, 2023. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. You may email the letter to karen.young@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Karen Young P.O. Box 1012 Lewisville, NC 27023 Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance provided during today’s visit: · You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. · You are not in a Cohort for license renewal since you are a GS 110-106 with a Notice of Compliance. · Keep a watch on the flying insects in the grassy area of the playground. · Remember to keep hazardous items locked that have the waring, “Keep out of Reach of children”. *Remember anyone working in the licensed preschool must have a current CBC letter on file prior to working in this preschool. * Remember to obtain a fire inpsection at least every twelve (12) months. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Karen Young, Child Care Consultant (336)207-2151 karen.young@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ 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: HARVEST TIME CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Facility ID: 97000289 Consultant: KAREN YOUNG Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/14/2023 Number Present: 13 Completed Date: 8/14/2023 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 145 Time In: 10:05 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a routine unannounced visit. Katie Baumgardner, lead teacher, assisted me with the visit. Your program currently operates with a Notie of Compliance. Restrictions include 1st shift only. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 8/14/23 and Harvest Time Ministries and Christian Academy Inc. was listed as current and active. The program’s compliance history was 98% prior to today’s visit. All programs are required to maintain at least 75% compliance. Today, the following items were monitored: • Supervision • Staff / Child Ratio • CPR / First Aid • Special Training • CBC Qualification • ITS – SIDS • 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 The license was observed, and the restrictions were found in compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Indoor and outdoor areas were observed. I observed flying insects on the grassy play area. The grass needed mowing but was being cut during the visit today. The maintenance man was reminded to close and secure fence gates behind him. Upon arrival, staff/child ratio and space capacity were monitored as indicated on the attached worksheet. Supervision was adequate during the visit. I observed positive interactions today. I observed children having free choice play in the classroom. Two (2) new staff were reported at this program. Files for new staff were reviewed. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, Playground Safety, ITS-SIDS, Special Training including Health and Safety Training and Criminal Background Checks. It was observed that the substitute in the classroom today, Heather Louise Williams does not have a current Criminal Background Check on file. The new teacher assistant who was absent today does not have record of her TB screening /test on file. Ms. Baumgardner has thirteen (13) children present today with the youngest child being two (2) years old. Ms. Baumgardner may only have ten (10) children by herself according to the ratios for minimum standards of a GS 110-106 religious sponsored school. The two choices are to move another sub into this classroom who has a criminal background check in place or send four (4) children home as that Ms. Baumgardner is left with only ten (10) children by herself. After speaking to Mr. Logan (Administrator in charge, since Mr. Shepherd was off premises), they chose to place another staff member (F. K. CBC expires 5/26/26) in the classroom with K. Baumgardner who has a current CBC. H. W. is no longer in the preschool classroom. No medications were observed nor reported. Storage hazardous items was monitored today. I observed a Great Value Disinfectant Spray and a container of Clorox wipes in a high cabinet unlocked. A playground inspection was recorded 5/1/23. A fire drill was recorded 7/20/23 for staff only. A lock down and shelter in place drill for the facility was recorded 5/23/23. This GS 110-106 program does not operate in the summer months of June or July. The most recent fire inspection was not available for review today. Office assistant, Angela, called Wilkes County Fire Marshall during my visit today to get the date of the last inspection. He was to call her back with the date. Please scan the inspection to me once you receive a copy. I observed a sanitation inspection was last conducted on 1/26/23 earning a Superior classification with three (3) demerits. The program does not provide transportation. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. It was observed that no fire inspection was available for review during the visit. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. It was observed that two(2) hazardous items (clorox wipes, Great Value spray disinfectant) were found in an unlocked cabinet during the visit today. Lead teacher, K.B. locked the two (2) items in a closet during the visit today. This violation was corrected during the visit. .2820(b) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. It was observed that the new teacher assistant, H. B. did not have record of a TB test or screening on file. .0701(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. New substitute Heather Louise Williams did not have a Current Criminal Background CHeck on file prior to caring for children. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. It was observed that new substitute H. W. did not have record of completion of Shaken Baby Abusive Head Trauma prior to caring for children ages 0-5. .0608(d)(1-4) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. You must correct the violations cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before Monday, August 28, 2023. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. You may email the letter to karen.young@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: Karen Young P.O. Box 1012 Lewisville, NC 27023 Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance provided during today’s visit: · You must notify your consultant 30 days prior to changing the ownership status of your facility. · You are not in a Cohort for license renewal since you are a GS 110-106 with a Notice of Compliance. · Keep a watch on the flying insects in the grassy area of the playground. · Remember to keep hazardous items locked that have the waring, “Keep out of Reach of children”. *Remember anyone working in the licensed preschool must have a current CBC letter on file prior to working in this preschool. * Remember to obtain a fire inpsection at least every twelve (12) months. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Karen Young, Child Care Consultant (336)207-2151 karen.young@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ 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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