32-07 · Outdoor Equipment

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the playground in the school age playground around all climbers and the toddler playground around all climbers the mulch under the fall zones were not 6 inches in depth in that you were able to see the ground. The director advised that they were getting mulch over the weekend. The director was given October 14,2024, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.12.D.1- Outdoor Equipment. D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 39 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area

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 inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed the cabinet doors under the diaper changing table were not locked with the child lock and the cleaning supplies were stored under the cabinet. Licensing specialist locked the safety lock and asked staff to be sure to keep the lock fastened. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.2 Toxic/Hazardous Material/Firearms/Weapons A. All areas and surfaces accessible to children must be free from toxic substances, bio contaminants, and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including power tools, plastic bags, matches, candles, lighters, etc

Corrected Corrected by May 29, 2024

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

40-17 · Medication

At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed 2 diaper creams were expired. The creams were sent with the parent at pick up time. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H Medication. H. Medication that has expired or that is no longer being dispensed must be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded

Corrected Corrected by May 29, 2024

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

18-01 · Bedding and Linens

At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed children in the school age group sleeping at the tables with their heads on the tables, other school age children laying on the floor with a blanket and pillow but no mat and other school age children were on mats with blankets and pillows. TA Bedding and Linens Each child in care must be provided safe and sanitary bedding to be used when napping or sleeping

Corrected Corrected by Mar 25, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

35-04 · Communicable Disease Control

At the time of inspection, director stated that a child was sent home on March20 at noon with an itchy head. On March 21, 2024 the child returned to the school and the director checked his head for lice and was permitted to stay. On March 22, 2024 the child arrived at school with his head shaved. Parent told an agent of adjacent agency the child had lice. TA A child identified as having head lice must not be permitted to return until the following day, and then only if treatment has occurred and been verified. Verification of treatment may include a product box, box top, empty bottle, or signed statement by a parent that treatment has occurred

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

35-05 · Communicable Disease Control

At the time of inspection director stated that the facility did not treat the areas, equipment, toys or furnishings as they were not aware that the child had lice. On the day of inspection, the child was in the three-year-old class. TA The childcare facility must treat areas, equipment, toys, and furnishings with which the child has been in contact

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

39-03 · Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation

At the time of inspection, licensing specialist observed and photographed an incident report that was written on 3/22/24 for an incident that occurred on 3/21/24. TA Accident/Incident Notification A. All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the child is in care must be documented on the same day they occur. B. This documentation must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on the date of occurrence

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

39-05 · Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation

At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed a copy of the partially completed incident report from 3/22/24. Licensing specialist also observed and photographed another copy of an incomplete incident report from 11/15/23. TA Documentation must include the name of the affected party, date and time of the occurrence, description of the occurrence, actions taken and by whom, and appropriate signatures of program child care personnel and the custodial parent or legal guardian. Program childcare personnel signatures may include the director/childcare personnel that witnessed the incident, who were involved in the incident, and/or responded to the childs needs

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

44-04 · Personnel Records

At time of inspection, licensing specialist reviewed staff files and found 4 files did not have current signed Child Abuse Reporting forms

Corrected Corrected by Jan 12, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

33-03 · Training Requirements

At the time of inspection, licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and found one staff member did not start the introductory training. TA Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

33-01 · Training Requirements

At time of inspection, licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and found one staff member did not have the completed 40 hours of training within one year of starting their trainings. TA All 40 hour required training must be completed one year from the date the training began

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

45-07 · Background Screening Documents

At the time of inspection, licensing counselor reviewed staff files and found that one staff member retention date was 10/20/23 and new background screening was not completed. Staff member was sent out to have her fingerprints redone. TA Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

29-03 · Health and Sanitation

29.3 Child care personnel did not assist children with hand washing [after child handed teacher a small plastic baggie with a white substance in it during breakfast]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 Technical Assistance was provided. 3.10.1 Handwashing Child care personnel and children must wash their hands thoroughly with soap and running water, dry, and follow personal hygiene procedures for themselves and while assisting others. Examples of activities when handwashing is required include but are not limited to: before and after eating, immediately following outdoor play, after toileting, following the use of any cleaners or toxic chemicals, Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 37 before and after administering medication, and during food preparation and snack distribution. A. Child care personnel and children must follow the Centers for Disease Control guidelines for handwashing incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(u), F.A.C

Corrected Corrected by Oct 6, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

33-01 · Training Requirements

The counselor observed that Childcare personnel did not complete the 40-hour training. Counselor crossed reference files and this childcare personnel industry start date was on 2019. Couselor advised to director: 4.2 Training Requirements 4.2.1 Mandated Introductory Training Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the competency examination requirement. A. Part I Courses (30 Hours) Child care personnel must complete all of the following: ? Child Care Facility Rules and Regulations ? Health, Safety and Nutrition ? Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect ? Child Growth and Development ? Behavioral Observation and Screening B. Part II Courses (10 Hours) Child care personnel must also complete 10 hours of the following Part II courses: ? Special Needs Appropriate Practices (10 hours), or ? Understanding Developmentally Appropriate Practices (5 hours) and one of the following courses: 1. Infant and Toddler Appropriate Practices (5 hours) 2. Preschool Appropriate Practices (5 hours) 3. School- Age Appropriate Practices (5 hours) 4.2.2 Early Literacy Training Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of course completion, classroom transcript, or diploma

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

33-03 · Training Requirements

Counselor observed one childcare staff did not started the introductory course within 90 days of industry start date. Counselro advised to director: 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. This may be accomplished by classroom attendance in a Department-approved training course, acquiring an educational exemption from a Department-approved training course, beginning a Department-approved online child care training course, or by receiving results from a Department-approved competency examination. The child care program is responsible for obtaining training documentation from child care personnel

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

05-04 · Technical assistance was provided regarding the importance of promptly and accurately filling out transportation logs following the transportation of children. Per the CCF Handbook, Section 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) (p. 15)

During the inspection, licensing reviewed the program's transportation logs. There were several weeks worth of transportation logs (specifically in the months of December and January) that were missing the signature of the second staff member verifying the transportation log and that all children have arrived safely and left the vehicle. Provider stated that they always complete the second visual sweep as they have to submit photos of the empty vehicle to corporate headquarters. As corrective action, the program is to submit completed transportation logs to licensing for the next two weeks of transportation. Completed transportation logs must be submitted to licensing by the corrective action due date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.