32-07 · Outdoor Equipment

32-7: Licensing Specialist observed that the facility did not have enough mulch to meet the 6 inch depth requirement around the swing set, in that the depth of pea gravel was 4 inches. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, 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. 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. 2. If the ground cover in place is a unitary playground surface, then the unitary surfacing materials must be installed, maintained, or replaced according to manufacturers instructions. Unitary surfaces must be tested to and comply with ASTM F1292; documentation of test data must be retained at the facility and available for licensing to review. 3. If the play area was approved by the Department prior to January 1, 2020 and does not meet the 6-foot fall/use zone requirement, then the facility must submit a written notification, including photographs and layout of the play area, to the Department prior to or on April 1, 2020, notifying its intention to continue to operate using the prior approved play area. However, if the permanent or stationary playground equipment is moved or replaced then the standard would apply, and 6 feet of use zone must be provided. Any new equipment added would be required to have the 6 feet of use zone in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

32-08 · Outdoor Equipment

32-8: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the facility had a new climber (with a slide) installed on the outdoor playground. Licensing Specialist observed that the new climber did not have the 6 foot clearance around the perimeter of the equipment, in that climber had a depth of six inches of pea gravel however, one side of the climber was 4 feet 1 inch away from a green plastic climbing dinosaur and another side of the climber was 4 feet 6 inches away from an orange plastic climbing dinosaur. The other two sides of the climber had a 6 feet clearance. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

41-02 · Immunization Records

41-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 2 childrens files with expired immunizations. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Specific immunization requirements are included and detailed in the most current edition of the Immunization Guidelines-Florida Schools, Child Care Facilities and Family Day Care Homes as promulgated by the Florida Department of Health

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

44-04 · Personnel Records

During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 10 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 10 of the 10 employee records. 44-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 4 employees did not sign the child abuse and neglect form annually. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: A. A complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to Section 402.3055 (1)(b), F.S. B. Documentation of position and date of employment. C. CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

18-06 · Bedding and Linens

18-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 3 napping mats in the VPK classroom that had tears in the plastic, exposing the foam within. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance , CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D: Floor mats must be at least one-inch thick and covered with an impermeable surface

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

44-04 · Personnel Records

During the inspection, the director advised that there are currently 10 employees. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist monitored 10 of the 10 employee records. 44-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 5 Child Abuse and Neglect forms that were not signed annually by the employees. During the inspection, staff signed a new Child Abuse and Neglect form. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C: CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel

Corrected Corrected by Jun 24, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

17-02 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing

17-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the outdoor play area was not in good repair in that there was a metal piece connected to the fence had a screw sticking out, the white privacy fence has a hole in it, there was a bag of screws on the back porch and a piece of a climber on the ground. During the inspection, the bag of screws and the climber piece was removed from the playground. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

33-06 · Training Requirements

33-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel did not complete the 5 hour early literacy training within 12 months of their child care industry start date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, 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. Child care personnel must complete one of the following: A. One of the Departments online literacy courses available on the Departments website. B. One of the Departments approved literacy courses. A list of these courses can be obtained from the Departments website. (No additional courses will be approved by the Department.) C. One college level early literacy course (for credit or non-credit) if taken within the last five years

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

23-06 · Fire Drills

The last fire drill was conducted on 10/10/2023. During the inspection, a fire drill was conducted with Child Care Regulation. The fire extinguisher certification(s) are valid until 4/2024. The annual fire inspection was conducted on 5/3/2023. 23-6: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation advised that they were going to do a fire drill during the inspection. The director advised that when she conducts fire drills, she goes into the VPK classroom and pushes the smoke detector button. Child Care Regulation advised that the facility has to utilize the fire alarm system when conducting fire drills. During the inspection, a fire drill was conducted with Child Care Regulation utilizing the fire alarm system. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care. B. When the facilitys approved fire alarm alert system is activated or initiated, all adults and children must evacuate the facility. C. A current attendance record and parent contact information must accompany child care personnel out of the building during a drill or actual evacuation and be used to account for all children. The operator must maintain a written record of the fire drills showing the date, number of children and child care personnel in attendance, evacuation route used, and time taken for all individuals to evacuate the premises. Each fire drill record must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the fire drill. The fire drills conducted must include, at a minimum: 1. One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route, 2. One fire drill during napping/sleeping times, and 3. One fire drill in the presence and at the request of the licensing authority. This drill will be coordinated with the operator or designee

Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

41-02 · Immunization Records

41-2: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 1 childs records that did not have a current immunization on file. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Specific immunization requirements are included and detailed in the most current edition of the Immunization Guidelines-Florida Schools, Child Care Facilities and Family Day Care Homes as promulgated by the Florida Department of Health

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

39-05 · Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation

39-5: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed a number of accident/incident reports did not include either the date and time of the occurrence, the child care personnel signature or the custodial parent signature (20 incident/accident reports). During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, 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 child care personnel signatures may include the director/child care 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: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

18-06 · Bedding and Linens

18-6: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 3 napping mats that has tears exposing the foam within. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, Floor mats must be at least one-inch thick and covered with an impermeable surface

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.