75-12 · Violation

brochure, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(x), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

08-01 · Supervision FDCH/LFCCH Handbook

At the time of inspection, the operator was in the company of another individual who she stated was an "employee"/helper that works with her part time. However, when asked for the helpers file the provider was unable to provide the counselor with required documents for child care personnel including proof of successful completion of the level 2 background screening. 4 Background Screening 4.1 Initial Screening Operators, household members (adults and children 12 to 17 years of age), substitutes, volunteers and Large Family Child Care Home employees must have a level 2 background screening clearance from the Department prior to obtaining a license, residing in the home, employment, or volunteering unsupervised with children. The employer/owner/operator must review each employment application to assess the relevancy of any issue uncovered by the complete background screening, including any arrest, pending criminal charge, or conviction, and must use this information in employment decisions in accordance with state laws. A. Level 2 screening as outlined in s 435.04, F.S., is required for all child care personnel and includes a criminal records check (both national and statewide), a sexual predator and sexual offender registry search, and child abuse and neglect history of any state in which an individual resided during the preceding 5 years. All fingerprints must be submitted and processed through the Background Screening Clearinghouse and therefore a LiveScan vendor that is Clearinghouse compatible must be used for submission of fingerprints. Household members aged 12 to 17 years must complete a Juvenile Records Check with FDLE. Providers may use the public portal to request certified State of Florida criminal history juvenile record checks from this link: https://shield.fdle.state.fl.us/shield/app/orisearch. B. The fingerprint results from the Federal Bureau of Investigation will be returned to DCF via the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. DCF will review both the federal and state criminal history results, along with state criminal records, national sex offender registry, Florida sex offender registry, and the Florida child abuse and neglect registry. C. DCF will issue an eligible or non-eligible result for employment through the Clearinghouse upon completion of searches and results from other states, if applicable. D. The operator must submit to licensing a five-year employment history. Licensing staff will conduct employment history checks for the operator, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance

Corrected Corrected by Apr 18, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

10-15 · Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Hazardous FDCH/LFCCH Handbook

minutes) to ensure the childs head is uncovered and assess the infants breathing and color. Baby monitors are permissible however, they do not replace the frequent visual checks. The child was removed from the area and brought to the day care area

Corrected Corrected by Apr 18, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

19-03 · Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Telephone, Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a fire extinguisher in the kitchen area that was not tagged with a current certificate. 7.11 Fire Safety B. The home shall have an operable smoke detector(s) and fire extinguisher with a current certificate. The fire extinguisher has to be tagged to be good operation

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

09-01 · Animal Vaccinations FDCH/LFCCH Handbook

At the time of inspection, the counselor reviewed vaccination records for the operators Yorkshire Terrier that was not up to date. 7.1 Animal Vaccinations Animals, pets or fowl must be properly vaccinated, if vaccinations are available for the type of animal, pet or fowl; and be free from disease. Animals that are poisonous, aggressive, venomous, or pose a potential threat of harm to children in care are prohibited. Custodial parents or legal guardian must be informed in writing of all animals on the premises of the home. Such information may be provided by way of a parent flyer, a notification statement, or a statement included in the child's enrollment form. Documentation of current immunizations must be available for review upon request by the licensing authority

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

16-16 · Appropriate, Safe and Sanitary Bedding FDCH/LFCCH Handbook

The counselor observed a child napping in front of the back exit. 7.8 Appropriate, Safe and Sanitary Bedding M. Napping spaces shall not be under furniture, against furniture that may create a hazard, or blocking exit routes. A minimum distance of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping spaces, except a maximum of two sides of a napping space may be against a solid barrier, such as a wall. The solid side of a crib does not meet the requirement of a solid barrier. The child was moved to an adequate nap area

Corrected Corrected by Apr 18, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

23-04 · Diapering Area Clean and Sanitized FDCH/LFCCH Handbook

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a pull up sitting on the back of the toilet seat in the bathroom. 7.18 Diapering Area Cleanliness/Sanitization B. Items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table. The pull up was removed and discarded

Corrected Corrected by Apr 18, 2024

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

25-02 · Emergency Information FDCH/LFCCH Handbook

At the time of inspection, the operator did not have a posting with emergency numbers. 7.20 Emergency Procedures and Notification The operator shall have a procedure for responding when an immediate emergency medical response is required. Emergency procedures must be posted and readily accessible. The operator shall develop contingency plans for emergencies or disaster situations when it may not be possible to follow standard emergency procedures. All child care personnel must be trained to manage in an emergency. A. Emergency telephone numbers (including ambulance, fire, police, poison control center, Florida Abuse Hotline, the county public health unit); the homes address, and directions to the home (including major intersections and local landmarks) must be posted on or near all telephones and shall be used to protect the health, safety and well-being of any child in care. The operator will post emergency numbers, the address and the directions to the family day care home

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

27-04 · Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness FDCH/LFCCH Handbook

At the time of inspection, the counselor was not provided with documentation of the family day care home conducting fire drills. 7.22 Emergency Preparedness D. The operator shall maintain a written record of the emergency preparedness drills showing the type of drill, date conducted, number of children in attendance, and time taken for all individuals to complete the drill. Documentation of all drills must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months. A fire drill was conducted at the time of inspection

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

27-08 · Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness FDCH/LFCCH Handbook

At the time of the inspection the counselor was not provided with documentation that the facility conducts emergency preparedness drills. 7.22 Emergency Preparedness D. The operator shall maintain a written record of the emergency preparedness drills showing the type of drill, date conducted, number of children in attendance, and time taken for all individuals to complete the drill. Documentation of all drills must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

31-01 · Immunization Records FDCH/LFCCH Handbook

At the time of inspection, the counselor reviewed 10 student files. Of the student files reviewed 6 students did not have current immunization records. 8.1 Health/Immunization Records A. The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form, Parts A-1, B, and/or C, DH 680 (July 2010), or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681 (July 2008), which are incorporated herein by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o) and (p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local health department. The parent/guardian of a child who has not received the age-appropriate immunizations prior to enrollment and who does not have documented medical or religious exemptions from routine childhood immunizations should provide documentation of a scheduled appointment or arrangement to receive immunizations. Providers must include a general statement in parent handbook/policies to inform parents/guardians, at time of enrollment, that some children in care may not have current immunizations

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

32-01 · Health Records FDCH/LFCCH Handbook

At the time of inspection, the counselor reviewed 10 student files of the student file observed 4 files were missing current physical exams. 8.2 Student Health Records A. The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed DH 3040, Student Health Examination form, incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, or a signed statement by an authorized professional that indicates the results of the components of the form are included in the health examination from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

33-06 · Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance FDCH/LFCCH Handbook

At the time of inspection, the operator stated she did not have a daily attendance sheet. 8.4 Daily Attendance A. Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded by child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the home. B. The custodial parent or guardian may document the time when his/her child enters and departs the family day care home. However, the operator is responsible for ensuring that attendance records are complete and accurate

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.