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Home › FL › Bartow › Unlimited Potential Child Learning Center B/A
710 S Lb Brown Ave, Bartow FL 33830 · License #C10PO0367 · Center · Child Care Facility
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04-01 · Supervision
At the time of the inspection, information obtained revealed that the only teacher supervising the school age children was sleeping for a period of time while she was supposed to be watching children in care. It was advised by the dept. to ensure staff remains awake to maintain compliance of this standard. The noncompliance was resolved as the teacher was awake and all children were being adequately supervised during the commencement of the investigation. The allegations of the provider being on drugs were false which keeps that standard in compliance
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
23-02 · Fire Drills
At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed there facility did not have a posted fire safety inspection- current or outdated. At the time the provider sends the specialist a copy of the updated fire safety inspection, and the specialist observes the serviced fire extinguishers; the facility will return to compliance for this standard
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
23-05 · Fire Drills
At the time of inspection, a fire drill was conducted with the specialist using the fire panel, which sounded the alarm. The last three recorded fire drills: 6/23/25, 5/14/25, 4/7/25. The fire extinguishers at this facility have not been serviced since May 2024; the facility is scheduled for inspection 6/27/25. At that time the facility will return to compliance for this standard
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
37-02 · First Aid Requirements
At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed upon entering the facility that the staff in direct supervision of the children did not have First Aid certification. At that time the staff was the only staff member present. Within 10 minutes of the specialist arriving; the Director from the sister facility assisted with supervision, and upon the director leaving another staff member with First Aid training arrived to assist with the school age children. Resolving the issue while the specialist was still at the facility. The staff will need to have First Aid training and must have another staff member in direct supervision of the children until the certification is complete
Corrected Corrected by Jun 23, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
12-01 · Facility Environment
At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed vents in room 1 and room 1 bathroom that needs to be dusted and cleaned. An oscillating fan (that is in use) was caked in dust and needs to be cleaned. The facility has until the
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
12-02 · Facility Environment
At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed in the second hall boys bathroom the door on the closet was broken- making paint accessible to the children. These are school age children and they can reach and open exposed paint. There is also a broken door in the second hallway that is unhinged and is at risk of falling on someone who make walk through that area to go to a bathroom. The provider has until the
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
17-01 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed that the chains on the swings at the playground are severely rusted and in need of replacing. The facility has until the
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
23-08 · Fire Drills
At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed that the last fire drill at the facility documented was on 9/30/24. The date of this inspection is March 19, 2025. The provider has until their next inspection to show consistency in monthly, documented fire drills. This will return them back to compliance for this standard
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
24-18 · Food Preparation Area
At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed several boxes of snacks that were outdated. The boxes say the snacks should be used by December 2024; it is now March 2025. The snacks were removed and discarded at the time of inspection. Returning the facility back into compliance for this standard
Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
34-04 · Credentialed Staff
Spoke to the staff that is listed in the supplemental, and she stated a director has still not been added to this facility
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
06-01 · Driver's License, Physician Certification
At the time of the inspection, the staff that was transporting today did not have a current driver's physical in her file and an expired driver's license in her file. The provider went to the other facility and provided the physical and current driver's license during the inspection. The driver's name is listed in the supplemental. Counselor reviewed the drivers valid pediatric CPR/First Aid certification
Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
13-04 · Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
At the time of the inspection, two sharp knives were in a drawer in the kitchen accessible to children. The provider moved the knives out of the reach of children during the inspection. TA was provided to put up a gate or locks on the drawers
Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
33-01 · Training Requirements
At the time of the inspection, the owner listed in the supplemental was driving on today's date. The owner started the DCF 40 training on 11/27/19 but the training has not been completed. TA had been given on prior dates and now that the Owner is driving again today, the DCF 40-hour training must be completed. Extra time is being allotted due to the holidays
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
45-01 · Background Screening Documents
At the time of the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental did not have a completed 5131 in their file. TA was provided that all staff have to have a completed 5131
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.
34-04 · Credentialed Staff
Spoke the provider and a director has not been added yet. The provider stated they will be adding a director soon
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
12-02 · Facility Environment
At the time of the inspection, there are several areas of peeling paint in the large front room on the front wall, that are accessible to children. TA was provided to sand and paint these areas
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
07-06 · Vehicle Requirements
At the time of the inspection, the grey van had the wires pulled out that attached to the green button for the alarm system and it was not in working order. The white van the horn did not sound within 1 minute. TA was provided that the alarm must be in working order on both vans. Vehicle Alarm requirements: 1. The alarm system must be armed or activated automatically when the vehicles ignition is turned on. b. The alarm system must be designed and installed so that the vehicle horn, siren or other type of audio alarm will sound if the driver/staff member does not walk to the rear or, in the case of a passenger van, the side entry point of the vehicle, to manually shut off or deactivate the alarm. c. The time delay from the time the ignition is turned off after activation of the alarm system until the alarm sounds shall be no longer than one minute. d. The alarm must be audible from the distance of 500 feet from the vehicle. e. The alarm system must be installed so that the driver must walk to the back of the vehicle to reach the deactivation mechanism. Deactivation mechanisms installed in locations that do not require the driver to walk to the back of the vehicle and view all seating areas will not be acceptable Counselor reviewed a vehicle inspection which is current through 6/11/25 and 6/21/25. Counselor reviewed vehicle insurance which is valid through 5/23/25
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.
12-01 · Facility Environment
At the time of the inspection, the sink cabinet in the pink restroom and the drawer and also the cabinet in the kitchen where the pots and pans are stored are in need of cleaning. TA was provided to keep the cabinets and drawers throughout the facility clean
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
13-04 · Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
At the time of the inspection, there was one drawer with sharp knives accessible to children. The provider moved the knives out of the reach of children during the inspection
Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
23-06 · Fire Drills
At the time of the inspection, the last fire drill was conducted on 4/4/24. A fire drill was not completed in the month of May or June. A fire drill was conducted during the inspection with the Licensing Specialist
Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
24-24 · Food Preparation Area
At the time of the inspection, there were two large bags of frozen onion rings and two bags of French fries with no expiration date on the front or back of the bag. TA was provided that if the provider removes the original packaging the expiration date must be labeled on the food. The provider disposed of the unlabeled food during the inspection
Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
33-08 · Training Requirements
At the time of the inspection, the three staff listed in the supplemental had completed the required training but the certificates were not documented on the in-service log for the 23/24 in service year
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
01-03 · License Displayed/Citation Posted/Advertising
At the time of the re-inspection, the license number still had not been added to the front window signs
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
12-03 · Facility Environment
At the time of the re-inspection, the electrical cord to the TV still had not been secured to the wall
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
23-05 · Fire Drills
At the time of the re-inspection, both the fire extinguisher still had not been tagged or mounted
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
01-03 · Technical assistance was given to the provider to add the license number to both windows or the front door prior to the due date
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the signage in both front windows is missing the facility's license number. The facility has no other signage other than in the windows
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
05-03 · Technical assistance was given to the provider to continue to look for the logs. Lastly, the provider was reminded that transportation logs are to remain at the facility and only the current day/week should accompany the driver
At the time of the inspection, the provider uses 2 vehicles for transportation. The staff listed on the supplemental stated she has lost/misplaced her transportation logs and only has 2 weeks available for review
Corrected Corrected by Mar 28, 2024
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
05-04 · Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that: Prior to transporting children by vehicle, the transportation log must be recorded with each childs name, the date and time of departure and initialed by child care personnel verifying that all children were accounted for and that the log is complete. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, the driver of the vehicle must: a. Mark each child off the log as the child departs the vehicle; b. Conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle interior to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and c. Record, sign, and date the transportation log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the visual sweep was conducted. d. Ensure that a second child care personnel conducts a second visual sweep, signs and dates the transportation log verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the log is complete
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed transportation logs and observed on 3/28/24, there is no second sweep signature. Also, on 3/21/24, there is no departure or arrival times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.
23-06 · Technical assistance was given to the provider to start a new sheet for 2024 and conduct a fire drill prior to the due date
At the time of the inspection, the provider had difficulties finding the facility's fire drill log. Once located, the CCR counselor observed the last fire drill was completed on 9/5/23. No records of any fire drills since that date could be located
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
24-11 · Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a tight-fitting lid or a new trash can with a lid prior to the due date
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the garbage can near the kitchen/food prep area contained food and did not have a lid
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
07-06 · Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the alarm repaired/replaced prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that: a. The alarm system must be armed or activated automatically when the vehicles ignition is turned on. b. The alarm system must be designed and installed so that the vehicle horn, siren or other type of audio alarm will sound if the driver/staff member does not walk to the rear or, in the case of a passenger van, the side entry point of the vehicle, to manually shut off or deactivate the alarm. c. The time delay from the time the ignition is turned off after activation of the alarm system until the alarm sounds shall be no longer than one minute. d. The alarm must be audible from the distance of 500 feet from the vehicle. e. The alarm system must be installed so that the driver must walk to the back of the vehicle to reach the deactivation mechanism. Deactivation mechanisms installed in locations that do not require the driver to walk to the back of the vehicle and view all seating areas will not be acceptable
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed both of the facility's transportation vehicles. The van with tag # Y28-NDS alarm system activates, however, the alarm took almost 4 full minutes before an audible siren/horn was activated
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.
12-03 · Technical assistance was given to the provider to permanently mount the cord to the wall prior to the due date
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed a TV in the main front classroom with the power cord hanging and was accessible to the children
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
12-18 · Facility Environment
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed a missing electrical outlet cover in the first/main classroom. The provider installed the cover placing the facility back into compliance for this standard
Corrected Corrected by Mar 28, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
12-19 · Facility Environment
At the time of the inspection, the facility did not have a daily indoor checklist. A sample daily indoor checklist was reviewed and emailed to the provider on today's date for use going forward. The provider was reminded that indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log and any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
13-02 · Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed an opened can of paint and a used paintbrush located in an open closet in the bathroom the children use. The provider removed the items placing the facility back into compliance for this standard
Corrected Corrected by Mar 28, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
17-07 · Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair the fence prior to the due date
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the tension wire on the fencing located on the left was broken and the fence was loose and could pulled inwards or outwards
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
23-05 · Technical assistance was given to the provider to tag the current extinguishers or obtain tagged fire extinguishers rated at a minimum of 2A:10BC prior to the due date. The provider was also reminded that the fire extinguishers needs to be mounted permanently in the event of a collision
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the fire extinguisher located in both transportation vans was rated at 4A:60BC and was not tagged
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.
24-24 · Technical assistance was given to the provider that once removed from the original packaging, the foods must be labeled with either the manufacturers expiration date (if still in an opened package) or once opened, labeled with the date the package was opened
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed frozen waffles and pancakes in the freezer that were not sealed properly and/or labeled with type & date
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
32-04 · Technical assistance was given to the provider that these checks must be completed monthly, documented on the physical environment log, retained for 12 months and available for review by licensing
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed the facility's physical environment log and observed the facility last completed an inspection on 8/2/23
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
32-11 · Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain enough usable equipment suitable to each childs age and development and of a quantity for each to be involved in activities prior to the due date
At the time of the inspection, the facility had 22 children onsite and while outside, the only equipment the children had to use was a swing set with 4 swings. The remaining children were standing around, hanging by the fence, etc
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
34-04 · Credentialed Staff
Spoke to the provider and they still do not have a Director. The provider stated they have someone they are going to add but the staff is still working on requirements
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
12-01 · Facility Environment
At the time of the inspection, the tubs in both bathrooms are dirty, under the sink in the kitchen and a cabinet in the kitchen were dirty and under the sink in the blue bathroom was dirty. Also, the toilets in the pink and blue restrooms need to be cleaned around the base of the toilets. TA was provided to get all these areas cleaned
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
13-03 · Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
At the time of the inspection, the storage room in the kitchen was unlocked and there were many containers of cleaning supplies accessible to children. The provider locked the storage room during the inspection
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
23-06 · Fire Drills
At the time of the inspection, the last fire drill that was conducted was on 9/5/23 and one was not conducted in the month of October. A fire drill was conducted with the counselor at the time of the inspection, and the provider was reminded that they will still need to due one in the month of November
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
24-18 · Food Preparation Area
At the time of the inspection, there were two gallons of milk in the refrigerator that expired 11/13/23 and a large container of mayo that had expired 7/17/23. TA was provided to check the dates of all food and milk. The provider threw the items away during the inspection
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
33-10 · Training Requirements
The staff listed in the supplemental did not have transportation training and she was the driver today on 2 bus runs
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.
05-04 · Transportation
At the time of the inspection, the transportation logs were reviewed, and the log dated 8/25/23 and 8/29/23 PM did not have a second visual sweep signature. TA was provided 2.5.2 Transportation Log A. A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. The log must be retained on file at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. The log must include: 1. Each childs name, 2. The date and time of departure, 3. Time of arrival at the destination, 4. The signature of the driver (or in the case of travelling on foot, the signature of the child care personnel), and 5. The signature of a second child care personnel or person(s) authorized by the provider to verify the transportation log and that all children have arrived safely and left the vehicle (if applicable)
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.
12-01 · Facility Environment
At the time of the inspection, the area on both sides of the refrigerator is very dirty. TA was provided to clean the area on both sides of the refrigerator. Also, the seal on the refrigerator needs to be cleaned
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
12-02 · Facility Environment
At the inspection, the flooring is lifting at the back door and could be a tripping hazard. TA was provided to glue this flooring down or put a flooring trim over this area to secure it
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
13-03 · Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
At the time of the inspection, there was Lysol spray and pine fresh cleaning supplies accessible to children in the closet off the kitchen, there were disinfectant wipes on the countertop in the kitchen accessible to children and Odor ban and Lysol wipes in the bottom cabinet that was not locked in the kitchen. The provider moved all the cleaning supplies to the top shelf in the kitchen cabinet making this standard completed at the time of the inspection. TA was provided that all chemicals have to be out of reach of children at all times
Corrected Corrected by Aug 31, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
34-04 · Credentialed Staff
An email was received from the provider on August 2, 2023, the Director that is listed in the supplemental last day was August 4, 2023
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
46-03 · Daily Attendance
At the time of the inspection, there were 15 children signed in and 17 children present. The provider corrected the attendance at the time of the inspection
Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
12-04 · Facility Environment
At the time of the inspection, there were several knives in the unlocked kitchen drawer. The owner placed the knives on a top shelf out of the reach of children
Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
15-03 · Licensed Capacity
At the time of the inspection, there was 1 staff with 17 children in the front room and the room capacity is 16. Over capacity of 1. Another staff arrived and took 5 children into a classroom placing this standard completed at the time of the inspection
Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
23-02 · Fire Drills
Last year the fire inspection was conducted on 5/2/22 and expired 5/2/23. This year's fire inspection was completed on 6/16/23 placing this standard completed at the time of the inspection. Fire drills were conducted on a monthly basis and a fire drill was conducted with the counselor at the time of the inspection
Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
22-23 · Operable Phone
year. TA was provided those hours should have been completed on 6/30/23
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
46-03 · Daily Attendance
At the time of the inspection, there were 16 children present and only 8 children signed in. The provider corrected the attendance record at the time of the inspection
Corrected Corrected by Jun 29, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
06-01 · Driver's License, Physician Certification
At the time of the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental was driving one of the buses. She did not have a current driver's physical, the drivers physical was dated 06/30/21 and expired 6/30/22. Counselor reviewed the drivers(s) personnel records having a valid Florida Drivers License, an annual physical examination granting medical approval to drive, and valid pediatric CPR/First Aid certification. All necessary requirements were documented and are currently in compliance for one driver
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
23-04 · Fire Drills
At the time of the inspection, both fire extinguisher had expired. They are both dated April of 22 and are only good for 1 year. TA was provided to get them serviced right away
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.
17-06 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
The gate to the right when exiting the building had more than a 5-inch gap at the bottom. TA was provided to move the gate down because there can be no more than a 3" gap. Also, one part of the fencing has come unattached to the top bar, and this will need to be repaired. TA was provided to have the metal pulled up and secured at the top of the fencing
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
06-01 · Driver's License, Physician Certification
At the time of the inspection, the owner was driving one of the vans and he did not have a driver's physical. The other driver listed in the supplemental does not have a current driver's physicals
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.
07-03 · Vehicle Requirements
At the time of the inspection, both vehicle inspections have expired. One expired 1/6/23 and the other 3/24/23. Counselor reviewed vehicle insurance which is valid through 5/23/23. Counselor reviewed the vehicle safety alarm for the vehicle(s) used to transport children. All alarm mechanisms were in proper working order and in accordance with the alarm requirements
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.
14-04 · Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
When the counselor arrived, the one van was waiting outside because they were waiting on the other van to arrive for a key to unlock the front door of the facility. The air conditioner was put on and it read 82 degrees. The air conditioner has been on for over an hour and now the temperature in the classroom is 83 degrees. The provider was told to call the parents and to send the children home
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
17-03 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
At the time of the inspection, there is no shade structure. TA was provided that an umbrella or tarp will need to be added to the playground
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
36-01 · CPR Requirements
At the time of the inspection, the director left to do a bus pick up and the staff listed in the supplemental did not have current CPR, it had expired 3/5/23 and was left alone with the children. The director returned and she has current first CPR. This places this standard completed at the time of the inspection
Corrected Corrected by Mar 28, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
37-01 · First Aid Requirements
At the time of the inspection, the director left to do a bus pick up and the staff listed in the supplemental did not have current first aid, it had expired 3/5/23 and was left alone with the children. The director returned and she has current first aid. This places this standard completed at the time of the inspection
Corrected Corrected by Mar 28, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
12-02 · Facility Environment
At the time of the re-inspection, the three broken windows have still not been repaired or replaced. TA was provided to repair or replace the broken window
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
12-02 · Facility Environment
At the time of the re-inspection, the front window still has three broken windows. TA was provided to replace the three windows
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.