18-12 · Bedding and Linens

LC observed Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. Bedding being next to the toilet, along with the bedding in which the children laying down had missing legs to the bed. In which the children laid down unevenly. TA Bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. All bedding and linens must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at least once a week, and before use by another child.Bedding and linens shall not be stored in the bathroom, unless stored in cabinets

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

23-01 · Fire Drills

LS observed the facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. TA To ensure the safety of children in care, facilities are required to receive yearly fire inspections by a certified fire inspector, and they must perform monthly drills/exercises to practice fire, inclement weather and lockdown procedures. Frequent practice of emergency procedures will facilitate a calm and competent reaction in response to an actual emergency, should it occur. Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must be documented and maintained on file at the program. Last fire drill was conducted on 4/12/2024, One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route was done on 4/12/2024, One fire drill during napping/sleeping times was done on 2/13/2024, and One fire drill in the presence and at the request of the licensing authority was done on 2/13/2024, One emergency LOCKDOWN drill was done on 4/11/2024, and One emergency INCLEMENT WEATHER drill was done on pending. Fire inspection 8/4/2023 Fire extinguisher 2/2024

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

32-03 · Outdoor Equipment

LS observed the play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that playground. The tricycles in the playground had missing seats, no pedals along with having a sharp object in which is hazarded to the children. Along with the storage area in the playground being broken and on the floor. TA All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentation of maintenance inspections must be maintained for 12 months. All equipment used in the outdoor play area must be constructed and maintained according to manufacturers recommendations and allow for water drainage. Any open containers with water must be emptied immediately after use, i.e. pots, toys, or other equipment that collects water

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

45-02 · Background Screening Documents

LC observed Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. Personnel was in the infant classroom, when asked she stated she used to work there and was the owners mother. Not in the system. 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. A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for each personnel. If awaiting Out-of-State criminal history results, a copy of the DCF email informing of the individuals eligibility for a provisional hire status must be in the personnel file

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

03-01 · Ratio Sufficient

1 Teacher 7 Children - VPK (1:20) 0 Staff 10 Children - Two (1:11) - Therapist was present. 1 Staff 11 Children - SA (1:25) FSC observed a two-year-old classroom during nap time with a therapist which can't be used in staff to child ratio. 2.4.2 Nap time Supervision During nap time, staff must be within sight and hearing of all the children. All other staff required to meet the staff-to-child ratio must be within the building on the same floor and available to be summoned if needed to ensure the safety of the children. Nap time supervision does not apply to children up to 24 months of age, who must have direct supervision at all times

Corrected Corrected by Feb 13, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

23-01 · Fire Drills

As per the conversation with the fire department an annual fire inspection was done on 6/29/23. The fire inspection report was not on site for review. 3.8.2 Fire Safety A. Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A- 36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must be documented and maintained on file at the program. Last fire drill was conducted on [2/5/24], One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route was done on [1/9/24], One fire drill during napping/sleeping times was done on [2/13/24], and One fire drill in the presence and at the request of the licensing authority was done on [2/13/24], One emergency LOCKDOWN drill was done on [6/22/23], and One emergency INCLEMENT WEATHER drill was done on [ 6/23/23]. Fire Inspection - 6/29/23 Fire Extinguisher - 5/23

Corrected Corrected by Feb 13, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.