The GAC Academy LLC

18-04 · Bedding and Linens

During the complaint inspection, Licensing Specialist observed video footage of a child care personnel was changing a child on top of the cots. The director had the teacher sanitize all the cots. This is being marked completed at the time of the investigation. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.6.1 G- Bedding and Linens. G. 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

Corrected by Jul 12, 2024

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29-02 · Health and Sanitation

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed footage of a child care personnel did not wash her hands after she changed a child.. After the child care personnel finished changing the child she started taking the trash out. The director addressed the personnel about hand washing. This is being marked completed at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, A 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, 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 by Jul 12, 2024

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29-03 · Health and Sanitation

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed footage of a child care personnel did not assist the child in washing her hands. The personnel just picked the child up and put her down on the floor to go play. The director addressed the personnel about hand washing and assisting the children after diaper changes. This is being marked completed at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, A 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, 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 by Jul 12, 2024

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12-02 · Facility Environment

During the previous inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the following items: 1. hole in the wall by the exit door in the exercise room. 2. hole in the wall in the 3 year old room far left corner on the wall that is the same as the entrance door2. 3. hole in the wall in the kitchen on the white wall and where the phone jack is( the phone jack is dangling and exposing the wires). 4. The tile is broken by the green carpet in the exercise room. 5. The dry wall was peeling by the VPK A door in the exercise room. 6. The base board in the VPK B room by the sink is peeling and left a hole in the wall. 7. the transitioning strip is sticking up(broken) in the hallway outside of the toddler room. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the following items were not repaired: 1. hole in the wall by the exit door in the exercise room. 2. hole in the wall in the 3 year old room far left corner on the wall that is the same as the entrance door2. 3. hole in the wall in the kitchen where the phone jack is( the phone jack is dangling and exposing the wires). 4. The tile is broken by the green carpet in the exercise room. 5. The dry wall was peeling by the VPK A door in the exercise room. This is still non - compliant. The director was given until August 8, 2024, 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

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17-01 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing

During the previous inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed on the small playground the pole on the bottom of the fence by the facility was hanging. The license specialist observed the following on the big playground: 1.Tarp ripped. 2. White PCP pipe not secured (it rolls back and forth along with another piece of PCP pipe where children can stick their hands inside and get hurt) 3. Hole on playground by the left side by the fence closest to the facility. 4. Swing not connected correctly. The swing is dangling. Director stated that the hook part needed to be fixed. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist the following items not repaired: 1. White PCP pipe not secured (it rolls back and forth along with another piece of PCP pipe where children can stick their hands inside and get hurt). This is still non - compliant. The director was given until August 8, 2024, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.5 A- Outdoor Play Area. A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards

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17-07 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing

During the previous inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed on the playground fence on the big playground at the base of the fence had a gap more than 3 inches off the ground. The gap is located on the left side of the fence closest to the facility. The gap was 6 .75 inches. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the playground fence on the big playground at the base of the fence had a gap more than 3 inches off the ground. The gap is located on the left side of the fence closest to the facility was still not repaired. The gap was 6 .75 inches. This is still non - compliant. The The director was given until August 8, 2024, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.5 F- Outdoor Play Area. F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the buildings. If an outdoor play area was approved for usage by the Department prior to October 25, 2017, no new exits are required to be added to meet this standard. However, if outdoor play area fencing is changed then the standard would apply, and two exits must be provided

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03-01 · Ratio Sufficient

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 16 children on the playground with 2 teachers. The children ages were 1 year old's and 2 year old's. During the inspection the director had the 1 year old teacher bring her children back into their classroom. This brought the ratio back into compliance. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.3.1 B, Mixed Age Groups B. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children one year of age but under two years of age are included, one child care personnel must be responsible for no more than six children of any age group, at all times

Corrected by May 29, 2024

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12-02 · Facility Environment

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the following items: 1. hole in the wall by the exit door in the exercise room 2. hole in the wall in the 3 year old room far left corner on the wall that is the same as the entrance door 3. hole in the wall in the kitchen on the white wall and where the phone jack is( the phone jack is dangling and exposing the wires). 4. The tile is broken by the green carpet in the exercise room. 5. The dry wall was peeling by the VPK A door in the exercise room. 6. The base board in the VPK B room by the sink is peeling and left a hole in the wall. 7. the transitioning strip is sticking up(broken) in the hallway outside of the toddler room. The director was given until July 1, 2024, 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

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17-01 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the small playground the pole on the bottom of the fence by the facility was hanging. The license specialist observed the following on the big playground: 1. Tarp ripped 2. White PCP pipe not secured (it rolls back and forth along with another piece of PCP pipe where children can stick their hands inside and get hurt) 3. Hole on playground by the left side by the fence closest to the facility. 4. Swing not connected correctly. The swing is dangling. Director stated that the hook part needed to be fixed. The director was given until July 1, 2024, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.5 A- Outdoor Play Area. A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards

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17-07 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing

• During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the playground fence on the big playground at the base of the fence had a gap more than 3 inches off the ground. The gap is located on the left side of the fence closest to the facility. The gap was 6 .75 inches. The The director was given until July 1, 2024, to come into compliance with this standard. • During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.5 F- Outdoor Play Area. F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the buildings. If an outdoor play area was approved for usage by the Department prior to October 25, 2017, no new exits are required to be added to meet this standard. However, if outdoor play area fencing is changed then the standard would apply, and two exits must be provided

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04-01 · Supervision

Licensing Specialist observed video footage of a three-year-old child leaving the multipurpose room and going into the resource room, unsupervised, for six minutes and 36 seconds. "2.4 Supervision 2.4.1 General Supervision Requirements A. Child care personnel must position themselves in the outdoor play area so that all children can be observed and directly supervised. B. Child care personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never be left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location. C. Supervision standards apply at all times away from the child care facility, including during field trips, outdoor play, and when picking up or dropping off children at designated locations, such as bus stops, school, or a childs home. For school-age children, personnel must know where the children are and what they are doing at all times and capable of responding to emergencies including when children are separated from their group. D. At all times, lighting must allow child care personnel to see and supervise children while in care. E. A program is responsible for the supervision of a child until an authorized individual retrieves the child from the program. A child shall not be released to any person other than the person(s) authorized or in the manner authorized in writing by the custodial parent or legal guardians. All individuals authorized to pick up a child must be identified in writing prior to release by the custodial parent or legal guardian to the program, and the program must verify the individual picking up the child is authorized by using a picture form of identification. Each child transported must be dropped at the designated location as agreed upon by the provider and the custodial parent/legal guardian and released to an authorized individual. F. No person shall be an operator, owner, or employee of a child care facility while using or under the influence of narcotics, alcohol, or other drugs that impair a persons ability to provide safe care and supervision. G. In addition to the number of child care personnel required to meet the staff-to-child ratio, one additional adult must attend field trips away from the child care facility to help provide direct supervision. The individual could be a parent volunteer as long as that person is under direct and constant supervision of a screened and trained child care personnel. H. Children must receive supervision and care in accordance with their age and required needs and be accounted for at all times while bathing or toileting. I. When transporting children in a vehicle or on foot, a telephone or other means of instant communication must be available to child care personnel. Cellular phones, two-way radio devices, citizen band radios, and other means of instant communications are acceptable." The child was located and returned to the parent; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection

Corrected by Apr 1, 2024

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12-04 · Facility Environment

Licensing Specialist observed video footage that showed a three-year-old child, unsupervised, in the facility's resource room, exposed to grocery bags, garbage bags, a lot of plastic bins of various sizes (stuffed and overflowing and stacked hazardously), a tall wall cabinet without a lock (contents unknown), a full sized refrigerator and a mini fridge with freezer (contents unknown), cots stacked vertically (topple concern), a popcorn machine, and an exit to the exterior of the building that is not fenced in

Corrected by Apr 1, 2024

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12-07 · Facility Environment

Licensing Specialist observed that two of the bookshelves in the two-year-old class (left hallway, last class on the right) had backs coming off with staples exposed, causing a moderate potential for harm to the children. 3.1 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. B. It is the responsibility of the director/operator to ensure all areas and equipment of the facility are free from fire hazards, such as lint build up in heating and air vents, filters, exhaust fans, ceiling fans, and dryer vents. This includes grease build-up in ovens, stoves and food equipment. The bookshelves were moved so that the backs were not accessible to children in care. The facility will have the bookshelves repaired, replaces, or removed no later than February 9, 2024. Licensing Specialist will return after this date to confirm compliance

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25-02 · Meals and Snacks

Licensing Specialist observed that three-years-old children were given whole grapes at lunch time. 3.9.3, B. If a child care facility provides food to children in care, it must provide nutritious meals and snacks of a quantity and quality to help meet the daily nutritional needs of the children. The USDA MyPlate is to be used to determine which food groups to serve at each meal or snack serving size and age appropriateness of the selected foods for children. Copies of the USDA MyPlate dieting guidelines, incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(t), F.A.C. In addition, meals and snacks must contain at a minimum the meal and snack patterns shown for infants and children in the Child Care Food Program Meal Patterns which are incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001 (7)(r) and (s), F.A.C. C. Foods that are associated with young childrens choking incidents must not be served to children under 4 years of age, such as, but not limited to, whole/round hot dogs, popcorn, chips, pretzel nuggets, whole grapes, nuts, cheese cubes/sticks and any food that is of similar shape and size of the trachea/windpipe. Food for infants must be cut into pieces inch or smaller, food for toddlers must be cut into pieces inch or smaller to prevent choking. This applies to all food, even food provided by parents/guardians. A staff cut the grapes to an appropriate size; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection

Corrected by Jan 30, 2024

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29-16 · Health and Sanitation

Licensing Specialist observed that the hand washing poster in the front bathroom, opening to the indoor play area behind the office, did not have the situations and times listed and the two- and three-year-old classroom, across from the kitchen, did not have hand washing procedures posted. 3.10.1, D. Situations or times that children, child care personnel, and/or volunteers must perform hand hygiene must be posted in all food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. Completed at the time of this inspection

Corrected by Jan 30, 2024

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46-02 · Daily Attendance

Licensing Specialist observed that the attendance sheet in the School Age classroom, located in the large indoor play area at the time of observance, did not have the correct number of students checked in, in that there were ten children present at the time and seventeen were checked in. Licensing Specialist observed that the two-year-old class in the left hallway did not have an attendance sheet inside of the classroom. The teacher informed that the sheet was with another teacher in the classroom across from the kitchen. The teacher informed that she uses pro-care to check the children in and out; however, she does not know how to look up which children are in her classroom, in the event of an emergency. Licensing Specialist observed that the infant and one-year-old classroom had three children checked in; however, there were eight children present. 7.5 Daily Attendance Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program. A. Attendance devices used for the purposes of tracking attendance may be used, but personnel must ensure the accuracy of the documented attendance. Each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. B. The custodial parent or guardian may document the time when his/her child enters and departs the child care facility or program. However, child care facility personnel are responsible for ensuring that attendance records are complete and accurate. C. REMOVED. D. Attendance records must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months. E. Attendance records for Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten or School Readiness may be used, if applicable. The teachers corrected the attendance sheets at the time of this inspection; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection

Corrected by Jan 30, 2024

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04-15 · Supervision

Child Care Regulation observed that there was a four-year-old child in the restroom off of the multipurpose room. The child was not supervised. No staff were available in the restroom, nor the multipurpose room prior to Child Care Regulation and the owner entering the multipurpose room during the inspection. "H. Children must receive supervision and care in accordance with their age and required needs and be accounted for at all times while bathing or toileting." The owner returned the child to her classroom; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection

Corrected by Sep 29, 2023

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24-14 · Food Preparation Area

Child Care Regulation observed the kitchen staff preparing food without wearing gloves. The kitchen staff touched ready-to-eat food with her bare hands. "3.9.1, B. Child care personnel, while working in the food preparation area, must wear proper head covering, such as a hair net or hat. To prevent contact with readyto- eat foods, child care personnel must use clean disposable gloves, utensils, or similar items in the food preparation area." The staff washed their hands and put gloves on at Child Care Regulation's request; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection

Corrected by Sep 29, 2023

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24-21 · Food Preparation Area

Child Care Regulation observed that there was open snack food that was not properly sealed, bag rolled up without clip so that the bag was unrolling, in the three-year-old classroom and in the two-year-old classroom. "3.9.2, D. Opened packages of perishable or leftover food items must be properly covered or sealed in containers or bags, labeled with the date, and properly stored and discarded within seven calendar days." The owner clipped the bags; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection

Corrected by Sep 29, 2023

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29-03 · Health and Sanitation

Child Care Regulation observed children in the two- and three-year-old class sit down to eat a snack, directly after playing in the classroom, without washing their hands first. "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, 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. B. The use of hand sanitizers does not substitute for handwashing. However, in areas away from the facility where no running water is available, hand sanitizers may be used. Examples of such places are field trips, nature trails or picnic areas where running water is not readily available. C. Child care personnel with open wounds and/or injury that inhibits handwashing, such as casts, bandages, or braces, must not prepare food. D. Situations or times that children, child care personnel, and/or volunteers must perform hand hygiene must be posted in all food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas." At the request of Child Care Regulation, the teacher took the children to the sink and assisted them with hand washing; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection

Corrected by Sep 29, 2023

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33-10 · Training Requirements

A driver did not have transportation training prior to providing transportation for children in care. The owner stated that this staff person does drive sometimes. "4.2.6 Transportation All child care personnel participating in the transportation of children must have training regarding guidance on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. For child care personnel to satisfy this requirement the training must be accomplished through the Departments Transportation Safety course or the Early Learning Floridas Precautions in Transporting Children course. ... Documentation of training must be maintained on the training transcript in the child care personnel file." The driver will not provide transpiration for children in care until the training is complete; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection

Corrected by Sep 29, 2023

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09-06 · Planned Activities

Child Care Regulation observed a one-year-old classroom using electronic media with the children, all age one-year-old. "2.6, C. Do not include the use of electronic media for children under two years of age. Electronic media may only be used for educational purposes or physical activity for children 2 years of age and older for no more than 1 to 2 hours per day." The teacher removed the media; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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17-07 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing

Child Care Regulation observed that the fence on the small playground does not stay at ground level, due to being loose. "3.5, F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the buildings. If an outdoor play area was approved for usage by the Department prior to October 25, 2017, no new exits are required to be added to meet this standard. However, if outdoor play area fencing is changed then the standard would apply, and two exits must be provided." The facility will secure the fence no later than October 25, 2023. Child Care Regulation will return after this date to confirm compliance

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30-05 · Diapering

Child Care Regulation observed, in the one year old classroom next to the multipurpose room, the teacher did not sanitize the diapering table after diapering. "3.10.2, E. When children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use." The teacher sanitized the table at CCR's request; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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40-15 · Medication

Child Care Regulation observed a prescription diaper cream that was kept on a shelf that was accessible to children, in the one year old class next to the multipurpose room "6.5, 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." The teacher moved the prescription medication out of reach of children; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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04-05 · Supervision

Child Care Regulation observed the four year old classroom without a teacher in the room. When Child Care Regulation walked into the room, there was no teacher. The teacher walked in less than a minute after Child Care Regulation entered. It is unknown how long the teacher was not in the room. "2.4.2 Nap time Supervision During nap time, child care personnel must be within sight and hearing of all the children. All other child care personnel 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." The teacher returned; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection

Corrected by May 25, 2023

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23-06 · Fire Drills

Child Care Regulation observed that the facility did not conduct a fire drill in the months of March and April 2023. "3.8.4 Fire Drills A. 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." Child Care Regulation monitored a fire drill at the time of this inspection; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection. The last fire drill was conducted on February 22, 2023. The fire extinguishers are certified through August 2023

Corrected by May 25, 2023

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25-07 · Meals and Snacks

Child Care Regulation observed that the refrigerator in the infant room and the refrigerator in the kitchen do not have a thermometer. "F. Refrigerators/freezers: 1. An accurate thermometer designed to measure cold storage temperature must be placed inside each refrigeration and freezer unit. Thermometers in refrigerators must show a reading of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below, and thermometers in freezers must show a reading of 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. The thermometer must be located in the center of the unit and be readily accessible. Thermometer temperature readings higher than specified above require further temperature testing of food samples stored in the unit using a probe type thermometer; and adjustments to the unit setting to reach and maintain the required readings must be made." The facility will have the appropriate thermometers within the refrigerators no later than June 24, 2023. Child Care Regulation will return after this date to observed for compliance

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25-08 · Meals and Snacks

Child Care Regulation observed that the freezer in the infant room and the freezer in the kitchen did not have thermometers. "F. Refrigerators/freezers: 1. An accurate thermometer designed to measure cold storage temperature must be placed inside each refrigeration and freezer unit. Thermometers in refrigerators must show a reading of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below, and thermometers in freezers must show a reading of 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. The thermometer must be located in the center of the unit and be readily accessible. Thermometer temperature readings higher than specified above require further temperature testing of food samples stored in the unit using a probe type thermometer; and adjustments to the unit setting to reach and maintain the required readings must be made." The facility will have the appropriate thermometers within the freezers no later than June 24, 2023. Child Care Regulation will return after this date to observed for compliance

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32-03 · Outdoor Equipment

Child Care Regulation observed a screw sticking out on a playhouse in the little playground. The screw was on a low board and accessible to children. "3.12, B. 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." "3.12, F. 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." The staff in charge screwed the screw in all the way; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection

Corrected by May 25, 2023

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32-07 · Outdoor Equipment

Child Care Regulation observed a wading pool in the parking lot near the playground fence. The owner stated that she accepted it as a donation and was going to send it home with a teacher today. Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance. "H. Wading pools, including inflatable water slides with a landing area where water collects, are prohibited." Child Care Regulation observed that the ground covering was below the minimum requirement of six inches. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed that the facility did not maintain the mulch under the dome climber, in that the mulch depth measured less than an inches in depth in several places underneath. The facility will have six inches of a resilient surface no later than June 24, 2023. Child Care Regulation will return after this date to check for compliance

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44-06 · Personnel Records

Child Care Regulation observed two volunteers assisting in the facility at the time of this inspection. Neither volunteer had their hours documented. One of them left before the inspection was over and did not document the hours then either. "7.4, F. Prior to beginning volunteering in a child care facility, a CF-FSP 5217, VolunteerAcknowledgment which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(e), F.A.C., and may be obtained from the Departments website www.myflfamilies.com/childcare, must be completed and on file at the child care facility for the volunteer. Written documentation of volunteer hours must be maintained at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority." The facility will have written documentation for both employees no later than June 24, 2023. Child Care Regulation will return after this date to confirm compliance. Child Care Regulation monitored 14 of the 14 staff files

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32-03 · Outdoor Equipment

Child Care Regulation observed that the airplane climber on the large playground has a bar on the seat that is not connected to the frame, causing it to be unsafe for children to use. 3.12, B. 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. F. 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. The facility will maintain the airplane climber in a safe condition or remove it no later than April 18, 2023. The staff will not allow the children to play on the climber until it is repaired according to the manufacturing instructions. Child Care Regulation will return after this date to confirm compliance

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