07-02 · Vehicle Requirements

During the inspection, the director advised that currently there is one transportation vehicle 2015 Chevy Express 3500(144486) that was last inspected on 12/4/24 and is insured through Church Mutual with an effective date of 3/1/24. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the program's vehicle insurance documentation was not available for viewing the document that was onsite had expired 3/1/25. The director stated that this is not their normal bus that their bus was in the shop. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by removing the old vehicle and adding the new vehicle. The provider was able to provide proof of insurance for the new vehicle. The new vehicle is 2023 Chevy 3500 that was last inspected 7/19/2024 and is insured through Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company with an effective date of 3/1/25. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, D Vehicle Requirements: For the purpose of this section, vehicles refer to those owned, operated or regularly used by the child care program, and vehicles that provide transportation through a contract or agreement with an outside entity. Parents/guardians personal vehicles used for transporting during field trips are excluded from meeting the requirements of this sub-section. D. All childcare facilities must comply with the insurance requirements found in Section 316.615(4), F.S. Documentation shall be maintained at the facility

Corrected Corrected by Jun 18, 2025

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

07-05 · Vehicle Requirements

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the program's vehicle was monitored at time of inspection. The installed vehicle alarm was not in working condition in that it could not be heard from the distance of 500 feet from the vehicle. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by removing the old vehicle and adding the new vehicle. The new vehicle has a working alarm that can be heard from 500 feet away. The new vehicle is 2023 Chevy 3500 that was last inspected 7/19/2024 and is insured through Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company with an effective date of 3/1/25. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 - By January 1, 2022 all vehicles used by child care facilities to transport children must be equipped with a reliable alarm system approved by the Department which prompts the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle. 1. Approved alarm systems must meet the following criteria: 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. 2. List of approved alarm manufacturers may be found on the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. 3. Alarms must be installed and maintained according to the manufacturers recommendations. 4. Alarm systems installed according to the manufacturers instructions prior to October 1, 2021, will be deemed to satisfy this requirement if they meet the criteria set forth in 2.5.4.F.1. above. Under this allowance, the existing alarm system must always be properly maintained in working order. Should at any time the alarm system require replacement, the new system must be selected from the Departments approved list referenced in 2.5.4 F.2. above (p. 17)

Corrected Corrected by Jun 18, 2025

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

08-04 · Seat Belts/Child Restraints

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the burgundy seat belt in the 2nd to last seat on the driver side was not locking in. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by removing the old vehicle and adding the new vehicle. All the seat belts are in working condition. The new vehicle is 2023 Chevy 3500 that was last inspected 7/19/2024 and is insured through Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company with an effective date of 3/1/25. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 Seat Belt/Child Restraints: Each child, when transported, must be seated in a back seat in an individual factory installed seat belt or federally approved child safety restraint. The child safety restraint must be installed, secured and used in accordance with the manufacturers instructions and a copy of such instructions must be maintained (in the vehicle and/or on file). Child safety restraint must be replaced if they have been recalled, are past the manufacturers date of use expiration date, or have been involved in a crash that meets the U.S. Department of Transportation crash severity criteria or the manufacturers criteria for replacement of restraints after a crash, as referenced in Caring for Our Children Basics Health and Safety Foundations for Early Care and Education, which is incorporated by in 65C- 22.001(7)(v), F.A.C

Corrected Corrected by Jun 18, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

12-02 · Facility Environment

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed paint peeling in the following rooms: Game Room and Cafeteria the orange wall with the white board and the wall to the left under the star. Licensing Specialist observed in the library room the sports chairs were ripped and exposing the foam. Licensing Specialist observed in the computer lab the door stopper was pushed into the wall making a hole. The director was given until July 18, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.1 A.- General Health and Safety Requirements. A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

25-12 · Meals and Snacks

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the allergy list was not posted. The director was given until July 18, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, G Food Safety G. If a special diet is required for a child by a physician, a copy of the physicians order, a copy of the diet, and a sample meal plan for the special diet must be maintained in the childs file and followed. If the custodial parent or legal guardian notifies the program of any known food allergies, written documentation must be maintained in the childs file for as long as the child is in care. Special food restrictions must be shared with child care personnel posted in an easily seen location that is not readily visible by parents or nonchild care personnel and followed

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

39-15 · Medication

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was an EpiPen in a bookbag marked first aid sitting on the floor by the directors desk. The directors office was open and there were children walking in and out of the office. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by removing the EpiPen from the bookbag and putting it in a locked cabinet. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, G Medication G. All medication must have child resistant caps, if applicable, and must either be stored in a locked area or must be out of any childs reach. If medication is stored in the food preparation area, it must be stored in a manner to prevent contamination of food, food contact surfaces, or medication

Corrected Corrected by Jun 18, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.