Description: BANNER ELK PRE-KINDERGARTEN is a Five Star Center License in BANNER ELK NC, with a maximum capacity of 18 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of 3 through 5. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.
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| Date | Type | Violations | Rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-01-05 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2024-01-05 | Violation | 714 | .0605(g) |
| Openings in equipment, steps, decks, handrails, and fencing were not less than 3 1/2 inches or greater than 9 inches. Opening at the base of the double fence between playgrounds measured eight (8) inches. | |||
| 2024-01-05 | Violation | 812 | 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) |
| Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Two (2) electrical outlets were uncovered on the power strip that is in use on the stage in the gym. Two (2) electrical outlets were observed in the hallway outside of the gym exit door. Electrical outlets were uncovered under the bathroom sinks. One (1) electrical outlet was uncovered at the lunch table in the cafeteria. | |||
| 2024-01-05 | Violation | 840 | .2820(b) |
| 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. One (1) container of clorox wipes and one (1) can of Lysol aerosol spray was located on the stage in the gym when the children were engaged in gross motor play. | |||
| 2023-03-06 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2023-02-09 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2023-02-09 | Violation | 1041 | G.S. 110-90.2(b) |
| Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. The bus driver MS did not have a Criminal Background Check in order to transport preschool children. | |||
| 2023-02-09 | Violation | 1757 | G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) |
| A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Bus driver MS did not have a qualifying letter on file for review. | |||
| 2023-01-25 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2023-01-25 | Violation | 1041 | G.S. 110-90.2(b) |
| Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. The bus driver MS did not have a Criminal Background Check in order to transport preschool children. | |||
| 2023-01-25 | Violation | 1757 | G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) |
| A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. New bus driver did not have a qualification letter. This is required since the driver counts in ratio during transportation. | |||
| 2023-01-25 | Violation | 1851 | .0604(j) |
| The operator did not notify the parent of each child enrolled in writing of the smoking and tobacco restriction. Verification of no tobacco restriction was not on file. | |||
| 2022-11-01 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2022-11-01 | Violation | 504 | 15A NCAC 18A .2806 |
| Perishable foods were not stored to protect against spoilage. Goldfish and other snacks were opened and not in an air tight container. | |||
| 2022-11-01 | Violation | 826 | .0605(i) |
| Gates to the fenced outdoor play area did not remain closed while children occupied the area. At least two gates were open on the playground as well as an area of the fence that needs to be repaired. | |||
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