24-01 · Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance

The red and yellow climber had some screws that had come loose and one section of the climber needed to be closed. In addition, the big climber had 4 ends caps that had come undone and would need to be reattached

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

11-13 · General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook

It was noted during a previous revisit that the facility was waiting on permits from the City of Hallandale. During this revisit, the facility had obtained all the building permits required to complete the necessary repairs to the roof and classroom ceiling. The Facility indicated that they wanted to complete the repairs with a coat of latex paint, CCLE indicated that the use of this paint and due to it strong smell children would not be able to be present in the room till all paint has dried

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

11-13 · General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook

It was noted during a previous inspection that the roof was leaking and this was reported by the director on 10/3/23, when the director self reported the incident to CCLE and an inspection was conducted documenting this incident. The facility took necessary precautions by calling the fire department and local code enforcement who conducted test to make sure the facility was safe to operate, in addition that part of the facility has been closed off to children. During this revisit the facility has kept that section of the building closed to children as the exterior roof has been repaired and water can no longer leak inside. Local building code enforcement has been notified and will be conducting an inspection on November 7th to approve the repairs and conduct the 40 year inspection of the building, at which point the interior ceiling drywall will be installed. An extension has been granted to complete all repairs

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

11-13 · General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook

The facility self reported to CCLE that when they arrived early morning on Monday 10/02/23 they found a section of ceiling drywall had fallen in the back classroom. Since this occurred during the weekend no children were present. The facility took the necessary precaution and closed off that section of the building, in so doing they notified the fire department and building code services to assess the situation. It was determined that rain water and termites had cause enough damage that extensive repairs would have to be made. Currently the facility is waiting for building permit to begin repairs. In the mean time all children are being taught in the facility's other rooms and all room are being kept in ration. CCLE will conduct revisits as progress is made with the repairs

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

46-06 · Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-9, Ordinance and DCF Handbook

A transportation log was not observed for the van or for the personal vehicle being used

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.

46-10 · Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-9, Ordinance and DCF Handbook

During this complaint investigation the owner/director indicated that the driver did not have a current CPR certification

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

01-01 · Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-4, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs. 402.3055 and

A complaint was received that alleged a driver was not background screened. Findings: Members of the administration were interviewed, and they confirmed that the driver was from another location and was not background screened (a tutoring center owned by the owner) and was assisting the tutoring center as they were closed by bringing 3 children to the preschool for 3 days. It was further confirmed that the driver only picks up children for the tutoring location and is only a driver. The provider admitted that the driver was alone with the children on the vehicle. A Class I Notice of Violation is being issued

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

45-04 · Vehicle Requirements Group: Secs. 7-6.01 and 7-9, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs

Findings: During the course of this investigation it was brought to the attention of CCLE that the director/owner used her personal vehicle to transport children. All vehicles transporting children shall have a first aid kit

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

45-05 · Vehicle Requirements Group: Secs. 7-6.01 and 7-9, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs

Findings: During the course of this investigation it was brought to the attention of CCLE that the director/owner used her personal vehicle to transport children. All vehicles transporting children shall have a fire extinguisher

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.

45-08 · Vehicle Requirements Group: Secs. 7-6.01 and 7-9, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs

Findings: During the course of this investigation it was brought to the attention of CCLE that the director/owner used her personal vehicle to transport children. In addition, the facility used a van that was not approved by CCLE for use. Neither of these vehicles have a child safety alarm device installed. The DCF Child Care Facility handbook was updated in October 2021 and the facility is being cited for the following section: 2.5.4 (F) 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

Corrected Corrected by Feb 15, 2023

Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.

46-02 · Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-9, Ordinance and DCF Handbook

During the course of this investigation it was determined by CCLE that the driver did not have a current driver's physical on file

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.

39-03 · Health Examinations/Health Maintenance Group: Sec. 7-8.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook

5 children were found with expired immunization records

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.