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Home › FL › Jacksonville › La Petite Academy Inc.
50 Saint Johns Bluff Rd N, Jacksonville FL 32225 · License #C04DU0254 · Center · Child Care Facility
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04-09 · Supervision
During onsite visit the specialist observed an infant in a bouncy when asked how long the child has been in the bouncy the teacher stated five minutes. One of the teachers admitted to keeping children in the bouncy for up to 15 minutes during transition children from the highchair after eating and cleaning up. The specialist recommends that the facility derive a safety plan on the steps that they will take to assure that the children get enough tummy time and not left in cribs, cribs, and/or highchairs longer than necessary. A copy of the safety plan is to be provided to each infant room teacher to read, sign and placed in their file folder. A copy of the safety plan is to be provided to the licensing specialist for corrective action. 2.4.4 Meal time Supervision. Infants must be held for bottle feedings until they are developmentally ready to sit in an age appropriate chair with good head control. Children must not be left in high chairs or other types of feeding chairs other than during feeding times. The use of safety straps is required to prevent children from falling out of the high chair
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
04-04 · Supervision
The facility is out of compliance with this standard as a 4 year old child was able to unlock the gate on the play area and was in the process of leaving before a parent who was on their way in to pick up their own child instructed the child to go into the gate. The facility is to derive a safety plan on how they are going to prevent an incident of this nature of occurring again. The safety plan will have to gear towards what steps will be taken to assure that the play area is safe for children to go out on the playground. 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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
17-06 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
The facility is out of compliance with the fence on the outdoor play area as a 4 year old child was able to unlock the gate and was in the process of leaving the area prior to an a parent who saw the child and instructed the child to return to the play area. The specialist also observed during onsite investigation (see photos) that the gate had a makeshift lock at the bottom that did not secure the gate from being open. The facility is to fix the fence to prevent any other child from being able to push on the fence and be able to leave the playground. Once fence is securely fixed an onsite visit will be made by the specialist to assure that the fence is secure for all enrolled children. 3.5 Outdoor Play Area. 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 build-up 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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
33-01 · Training Requirements
The facility is out of compliance with this standard as two different staff members admitted that the staff member mentioned in the allegations who did not have the required training was allowed to remain in a classroom despite management stating that the teacher was only at the front desk/office. Staff admitted that the staff member was in the classroom providing supervision as recent as picture day. The facility is to derive a plan on how they are going to assure that the staff have the required training to have continue work in the childcare industry. Once the plan is written each staff member is to read and sign that they understand the requirements of training. A copy of the plan is to be placed in each staff members file and a copy of the plan is to be provided to the licensing specialist. 4.2 Training Requirements 4.2.1 Mandated Introductory Training Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
47-06 · Access/Child Safety
During several onsite visits the facility failed to provide licensing specialist a staff members file folder for review as the staff member continues to be employed at the center. The facility is to provide written notification of what the staff members role is at the facility. A copy of the written notification will need to be provided to the specialist for corrective action. A copy of the letter is to be placed in the employee file that will also need to be made available at each visit to the licensing specialist for review. 7.4 Personnel Records 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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
07-04 · Vehicle Requirements
The facility did not have documentation on file an annual inspection for the regular used vehicle used for transporting all enrolled children. The facility is to provide an annual inspection indicating that the regular used vehicle is okay to provide transportation. 2.5.4 Vehicle Requirements For the purpose of this section, vehicles refer to those owned, operated or regularly used by the child care program, and vehicles that provide transportation through a contract or agreement with an outside entity. Parents/guardians personal vehicles used for transporting during field trips are excluded from meeting the requirements of this sub-section. All vehicles regularly used to transport children must be inspected annually by a mechanic to ensure that they are in proper working order. Documentation by the mechanic must be maintained in the vehicle
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
12-02 · Facility Environment
The facility was not in good repair as the wall in the front area had pealing paint. The facility will need to repair the wall to make sure that the peeling paint is not a hazard. 3 Physical Environment Children are much more susceptible to the adverse effects of environmental factors, materials and toxicants. It is imperative that the child care environment is conducive to the healthy development of 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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
39-05 · Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
The facility failed to assure that the parent signed, dated and put a time on all incident/accidents. The director as failed to sign, date and put a time on the incident. The facility will need to have the 11 incident/accident forms signed by the parents as well as additional 11 incident/accident forms will need to be signed by the director acknowledging that she was aware of what occurred. 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification A. All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the child is in care must be documented on the same day they occur. B. This documentation must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on the date of occurrence. C. 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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
42-02 · Student Health and Records
Refer to the supplemental for the child who did not have a current form on file during the onsite renewal inspection. 7.2 Student Health Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination. A. The Student Health Examination shall be completed by a person given statutory authority to perform health examinations. B. The Student Health Examination or the signed statement is valid for two years from the date the physical was performed. An up-to-date version must be on file for as long as the child is enrolled at the facility. C. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
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 . Specialist observed a total of 75 records for total enrollment at the childcare facility
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
33-01 · Training Requirements
Refer to the supplemental for the staff member who has been in the industry since 2023, has not completed the required training in order to work in the childcare industry. 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
04-01 · Supervision
During complaint investigation it was reported by staff and director that the two teachers were arguing with one another in presence of enrolled children. When the mother was made aware of the teacher mishandling her child, the mother immediately went into the other classroom and confronted the teacher. As a result both teachers were sent home. The licensing specialist recommends that a safety plan be derived that will assist teachers if they feel that they are overwhelmed. The safety plan will need to explain what steps will be taken for staff call for assistance. A copy of the safety plan is to be viewed by all staff, signed and a copy is to be placed in each staff file indicating that they have read and understand the safety plan. A copy of the safety plan is to be provided to the licensing specialist for corrective action. 2.4 Supervision. 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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
11-03 · Child Discipline
The facility did not follow the written discipline policy as a staff member was seen on video by the grandparent of the child his teacher grabbing the child by his shirt and drug him. The teacher admitted to the incident and disciplinary action form was written and the teacher signed the report. 2.8 Child Discipline A. The child care facility shall adopt a discipline policy consistent with Section 402.305(12), F.S., including standards that prohibit children from being subjected to discipline which is severe, humiliating, frightening, or associated with food, rest, or toileting. Spanking or any other form of physical punishment is prohibited. B. The child care facility operators, employees, and volunteers must comply with written disciplinary and expulsion policies. The licensing specialist recommends that a safety plan be derived that will assist teachers if they feel that they are overwhelmed. The safety plan will need to explain what steps will be taken for staff call for assistance. A copy of the safety plan is to be viewed by all staff, signed and a copy is to be placed in each staff file indicating that they have read and understand the safety plan. A copy of the safety plan is to be provided to the licensing specialist for corrective action
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
16-24 · Indoor Floor Space
has not begun the required training in order to work in the childcare industry. 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
16-24 · Indoor Floor Space
did not complete the required training within the time frame. Item completed at the time of inspection as the staff member completed training on 1-1-25. 4.2.3 Safe Sleep/ Shaken Baby Syndrome Training All child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early childhood within 30 days of hire at the facility. For child care personnel to satisfy this requirement the training must be accomplished through one of following methods: Department's Health Safety and Nutrition course, Safe Sleep course, or the Early Learning Floridas Safe Sleep Practices. Documentation of training must be maintained on the Department's training transcript in the child care personnel record
Corrected Corrected by Jan 23, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
12-30 · Facility Environment
24. Training should have been completed on/before 12/16/24. 3.1 Preservice Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another School Readiness provider within this initial 90 days
Corrected Corrected by Jan 23, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
44-04 · Personnel Records
Refer to the supplemental for the staff member who had an expired form on file. 7.4 Personnel Records. 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.
03-01 · Ratio Sufficient
The facility was out of ratio as the director admitted to 9 children being in the infant room with 2 staff. However, the mother was observing the camera at the time of the incident occurred and reported seeing over 11 children in the room. The counselor observed attendance log and noted that there were 13 children signed in at the time the incident occurred with 2 staff. Complaint ratio: 7-infants and 6- 1 year old with 2 staff The licensing specialist recommends that the facility create a safety plan to prevent an incident occurring again. The facility is to conduct an all-staff meeting discussing the safety plan to assure that all staff is aware and understand the safety plan. A copy of the meeting notes including all staff signature and a copy of the safety plan is to be provided to the counselor as corrective action. 2.3 Ratios The staff-to-child ratio, as established in Section 402.305(4), F.S., is based on primary responsibility for the direct supervision of children and applies at all times while children are in care. 2.3.1 Mixed Age Groups A. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children under one year of age are included, one child care personnel must be responsible for no more than four children of any age group, at all times. Onsite ratio: 11- 2 year old with 1 staff 20 VPK with 2 staff 8- infant with 2 staff 6- 1 year with 1 staff 6- 1 year old with 1 staff
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
04-01 · Supervision
The facility admitted to have a mixed group of infants and 1 year old children together, where an infant child was scratched by a 1 year old child leaving a mark to the child's face. The facility admitted that one teacher was changing a diaper while the other teacher was speaking with parents as they were dropping their child(ren) off. The licensing specialist recommends that the facility create a safety plan to prevent an incident occurring again. The facility is to conduct an all-staff meeting discussing the safety plan to assure that all staff is aware and understand the safety plan. A copy of the meeting notes including all staff signature and a copy of the safety plan is to be provided to the counselor as corrective action. 2.4 Supervision 2.4.1 General Supervision Requirements. 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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
06-01 · Driver's License, Physician Certification
The second driver listed on the supplemental did not have a copy of current physical on file. The director stated that the physical is on their primary bus in the binder that is currently in Orlando. The facility is to provide the counselor with a current copy of the physical. Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 14 B. If the certified lifeguard is hired by the pool/beach/lake area this person is not considered child care personnel and does not count toward the staff-to-child ratio. C. The following minimum staff-to-child ratios must apply while children are swimming or wading: Age of child(ren) Staff: Child Ratio Infant (Birth up to 1 year) 1:1 Toddler (1 year up to 3 years) 1:1 Preschooler (3 years up to 5 years) 1:4 School-Age Children (5 years and up) 1:10 Mixed Age Groups Ratio shall be based on age of the youngest child present D. Constant and active supervision must be maintained when any child is in or around water. An adult should remain in direct physical contact with an infant at all times during swimming or water activities. During water activities, children ages 1 year up to five years must be within an arms reach and in the sight of the supervising adult at all times. E. Providers must ensure that all pools have drain covers that are in compliance with the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act, as referenced in Caring for Our Children Basics Health and Safety Foundations for Early Care and Education, which is incorporated by in 65C-22.001(7)(v), F.A.C. F. Each swimming pool more than six feet in width, length, or diameter must be provided with a ring buoy and rope, a rescue tube, or a throwing line and a shepherds hook that will not conduct electricity. This equipment must be long enough to reach the center of the pool, kept in good repair, and stored safely and conveniently for immediate access. Child care personnel must be instructed on the proper use of this equipment and documentation of instruction must be maintained in the child care personnel file. 2.5 Transportation Child care providers must comply with minimum health and safety standards to ensure the well-being of children in their care being transported. For the purposes of this section, transportation pertains to travel by foot or in a vehicle that is owned, operated or regularly used by the child care program, and vehicles used to provide transportation through a contract or agreement with an outside entity. Prior to transporting children, the facility must be approved by the Department to offer transportation services. Transportation services will be approved if the conditions set forth in parts 2.5.1, 2.5.4., 2.5.5., and 4.2.6., of this Handbook are met. Pursuant to the Child Safety Alarm bill in 2021, all vehicles used to transport children by child care facilities and large family child care homes must be equipped with a reliable alarm system which prompts the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle. 2.5.1 Driver Requirements The driver of any vehicle used by a child care program to provide transportation must have the following: A. A valid Florida drivers license including the proper endorsement; B. An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
05-07 · Transportation
The facility did not maintain the bus binder at the center. The facility has a "loner" van and the primary van is in Orlando that has the binder and all permanent information for the facility. The facility is retrieve binder for counselors review. 2.5.3 Emergency Care Plans A. Child care personnel must have possession of emergency medical consent and contact information for the parent or legal guardian of each child being transported by vehicle or on foot while away from the child care facility. B. When transporting children with chronic medical conditions (such as asthma, diabetes or seizures), their emergency care plans and supplies or medication must be in the possession of child care personnel and inaccessible to the children. A designated child care personnel in the vehicle or on the field trip must be trained to recognize and respond appropriately to a medical emergency per medication training requirements in section 6.5, I. C. Each child with an allergy should have a written emergency care plan that includes: 1. Instructions regarding the allergen to which the child is allergic and steps to be taken to avoid that allergen; 2. A detailed treatment plan to be implemented in the event of an allergic reaction, including the names, doses, and methods of prompt administration of any medications. 3. Specific symptoms that would indicate the need to administer one or more medications
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
33-17 · Training Requirements
Refer to the supplemental for the staff and director who has not completed or completed the required training within the time frame. All staff is to complete the training. Section 3.2.A.2.a. and 3.2.C. Additionally, providers who completed this DCF training on or before December 31, 2023, must also complete these DEL-approved health and safety modules within 180 days or by June 30, 2024: ? Health and Nutrition in the School Readiness Program and ? Safety Practices in the School Readiness Program
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
44-01 · Personnel Records
The facility had two transfer staff members from another center to meet ratio. The two staff members did not have complete file folders onsite for review. 7.4 Personnel Records 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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
44-04 · Personnel Records
Refer to the supplemental for the staff members who have expired forms on file. 7.4 Personnel Records. 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.
23-06 · Fire Drills
During onsite renewal inspection the counselor observed that all required drills were not conducted for the renewal year. The facility failed to complete a lock down, alternative route, inclement weather. A drill was completed with the license counselor and was during naptime 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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
33-13 · Training Requirements
Refer to the supplemental for the staff member who has been in the industry since 12-3-23, has not completed the required training for school readiness. School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook | P a g e 41 17.6 Food Handling 1. Milk and food must not sit out for longer than 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the meal to avoid contamination and spoilage. 2. Employees, volunteers and substitutes, while distributing snacks or serving food, must use disposable gloves, utensils or similar items to prevent skin contact with food. 3. Food provided by parents must be stored and handled in a sanitary manner at all times. If food is supposed to be kept cold, the food must be stored in a refrigerator until eaten, or parents must include ice packs to keep food cold. 4. Bottles and sippy cups provided by the facility must be washed and sanitized between each use. Bottles and sippy cups brought from home must be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily. 5. Bottles and sippy cups brought from home must be individually labeled with the childs first and last name. Bottles and sippy cups provided by the facility which are washed, rinsed, and sanitized after each use do not have to be labeled. 18 Training Requirements 18.1 Pre-service Timeframe All pre-service training requirements listed below must be completed by all program personnel, volunteers and substitutes, each as defined in this handbook, within 90 days of initial employment with any provider participating in the school readiness program. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another school readiness provider within this 90 days. Personnel who have not completed all pre-service training requirements may not be allowed any unsupervised contact with or care of children in a school readiness program
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
39-05 · Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Counselor observed that 21 of the incident/accident reports that were reviewed for the renewal year was missing parent signature and director signature including date and time. 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification. 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.
04-04 · Supervision
The facility is out of compliance as a 2 year old child sustained a large bump to his head while on the playground. The child was reported running underneath the play equipment and fell hitting his head on a pole. 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. The counselor recommends that the facility invest in some type of communication for the teachers while they are out on the playgrounds. This highly recommended that if there is an emergency the teachers can contact management inside for help. The teacher admitted that she was able to contact anyone inside when the incident occurred. The counselor also recommends that the poles out on the playgrounds be secured with some type of cushion. The attached photos show that the poles are all metal. The cushion will help if any other child slips and falls into the poll. The facility is also to conduct an all-staff meeting discussing the importance of properly documenting incidents that occur at the facility. A copy of the meeting notes including the signature of all staff in attendance is to be provided to the counselor as corrective action
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
39-05 · Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
The facility documentation of the incident/accident report on documenting how the child was injured. The incident report was inconsistent as the first report stated that it happened in the classroom and then another report stated that the incident occurred on the playground. 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification. 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.
23-01 · Fire Drills
The facility did not have documentation of fire drills conducted. 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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
33-03 · Training Requirements
Refer to the supplemental for the staff who are past their 90 days for beginning training to work in the childcare industry. 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the Childcare industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. This may be accomplished by classroom attendance in a Department-approved training course, acquiring an educational exemption from a Department-approved training course, beginning a Department-approved online child care training course, or by receiving results from a Department-approved competency examination. The child care program is responsible for obtaining training documentation from child care personnel
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
41-01 · Immunization Records
Refer to the supplemental for the children who need updated records for their file folder. 7.1 Immunization Records. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. 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 must 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. Counselor observed a total of 48 records for total enrollment at the childcare facility
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
42-01 · Student Health and Records
Refer to the supplemental for the children who need updated records fort their file. 7.2 Student Health Records. The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. Counselor observed a total of 48 records for total enrollment at the childcare facility
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
44-04 · Personnel Records
Refer to the supplemental for the staff member who has an expired form for their file 7.4 Personnel Records. 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. Counselor observed a total of 6 new hires since the last inspection
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
12-01 · Facility Environment
The front classroom has paint is coming off and the area is not clean. The area appears to have been patched up with puddy but has not been cleaned. 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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
44-04 · Personnel Records
Refer to the supplemental for the staff member who has an expired form on file 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 Counselor observed a total of 5 new hires since the last inspection
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
06-01 · Driver's License, Physician Certification
Refer to the supplemental for the driver who does not have a valid physical on file for driving. 2.5.1 Driver Requirements The driver of any vehicle used by a child care program to provide transportation must have the following:. An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
07-06 · Vehicle Requirements
The van alarm is not sounding loud enough to be heard within the required feet. 2.5.4 Vehicle Requirements. 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. 1. Approved alarm systems must meet the following criteria: a. The alarm system must be armed or activated automatically when the vehicles ignition is turned on. b. The alarm system must be designed and installed so that the vehicle horn, siren or other type of audio alarm will sound if the driver/staff member does not walk to the rear or, in the case of a passenger van, the side entry point of the vehicle, to manually shut off or deactivate the alarm. c. The time delay from the time the ignition is turned off after activation of the alarm system until the alarm sounds shall be no longer than one minute. d. The alarm must be audible from the distance of 500 feet from the vehicle. e. The alarm system must be installed so that the driver must walk to the back of the vehicle to reach the deactivation mechanism. Deactivation mechanisms installed in locations that do not require the driver to walk to the back of the vehicle and view all seating areas will not be acceptable
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.
39-05 · Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Refer to the supplemental for the incident/accident forms that are missing elements. 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification. 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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
41-01 · Immunization Records
Refer to the supplemental for the child(ren) who need updated record for their file. 7.1 Immunization Records. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. Rilya Wilson and Distracted Adult TA statements: Rilya Wilson Act In efforts to meet House Bill 1435 requirements, the Office of Child Care Regulation has developed the Rilya Wilson Act flyer that will be included in all initial and renewal application packets. The flyer outlines the providers responsibilities for ensuring continuity of care and reporting absences of children in out-of-home placement that are enrolled at their facility/home. Please carefully review the Rilya Wilson Act flyer. Distracted Adult Flyer House Bill 1079 amended s. 402.305(9), F.S. requiring operators of child care facilities and homes to provide parents/guardians with information pertaining to the dangers of leaving a child in a vehicle, including tips for prevention, during the months of April and September. Documentation that the Distracted Adult flyer has been shared with parents/guardians must be kept by providers. Signed distracted adult forms reviewed for the April requirement. Counselor reviewed a total of 70 records for total enrollment at the child care facility
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
42-01 · Student Health and Records
Refer to the supplemental for the child(ren) who need an updated form. Counselor reviewed a total of 70 records for total enrollment at the child care facility. 7.2 Student Health Records. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
44-04 · Personnel Records
Refer to the supplemental for the staff member who form has expired. 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: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
46-03 · Daily Attendance
Counselor observed in the 2 year old room and the VPK room, in/out time for the one the enrolled children. Item was corrected at the time to show accurate account. 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
Corrected Corrected by Jan 19, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
39-04 · Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
The failed to notify the parents of an incident/accident that occurred at the facility involving their child. The counselor recommends that the facility conduct an all staff meeting discussing the protocol on proper documentation of incident/accident writing. A copy of the meeting notes including all staff signature is to be provided to the counselor for corrective action. 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification. This documentation must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on the date of occurrence. The documentation must be maintained for 12 months. If the parent or legal guardian does not pick up the child on the date of occurrence of the accident or incident, the individual authorized to pick up the child must sign and be provided a copy of the accident/incident form
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.