33-01 · Training Requirements

License Specialist observed that the Introductory Course was not completed by the Three (3) month extension provided to the Provider. No on-site inspection was conducted. Re-inspection completed in office via document submission ( DCF Transcript received via www.childcaretraining.myflfamilies.com ) by Licensing Specialist on 12/3/2024. DCF Transcript was reviewed via telephone with Provider to determine compliance and a copy of the DCF TRANSCRIPT was saved in licensing file as supporting documentation. A copy of the re- inspection was e-mailed to Provider requesting review, signature and return to Licensing Specialist for their licensing file. In the form of efforts to assist licensees, the next violation of above standard within the next two years of last violation can result in disciplinary sanctions being progressively enforced by the Department imposing a fine in accordance to section 402.310 Florida Statues and Rule 65C-22.010, Florida Administrative Code. A fine under the enforcement provisions could be avoided through compliance

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

45-09 · Background Screening Documents

Licensing Specialist observed that the facility failed to maintain a current Employer/Contractor Roster with all current Child Care Personnel in the clearinghouse roster. Technical Assistance was given to the Provider as per the SACCF Handbook that (The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator/Director must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employment termination.) Violation was corrected at time of inspection by Licensing Specialist assisting the Director with a quick "step by step" guide on how to Add/Remove staff from the Employee/Contractor Roster. LS assisted with One (1) staff and Director continued to complete the rest of the Roster at the time of inspection

Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2024

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

12-02 · Facility Environment

Licensing Specialist observed several areas of the facility were in need of repair. There were several water spots on ceiling tiles throughout the facility, specifically in the 2 Year Old, 3 year Old and S/A Classrooms and the common areas adjacent to the classrooms mentioned. Technical Assistance was given to the Provider as per the CCF Handbook that ( 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

12-21 · Facility Environment

License Specialist observed that there was an Electrical Outlet directly across in the shower area which had no covers and did not meet GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) needed in areas of high moisture such as bathroom, kitchens etc. No shower curtain, shower door or barrier was observed to prevent water from splashing or touching the electrical receptacle. Technical Assistance was given to the Director as per the CCF Handbook that ( No electrical device or apparatus accessible to children shall be located in a place that can be plugged into an electrical outlet while a person is in contact with a water source, such as a sink, tub, shower area, water table, or swimming pool.)

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

19-02 · Nap/Sleep Space Requirements

License Specialist observed several sleeping cots/beddings in multiple classrooms that did not meet the minimum distance of Eighteen (18) Inches between each sleeping space. Technical Assistance was given to the Director as per the CCF Handbook that ( A minimum of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping and sleeping spaces.) Violation was corrected at time of inspection as the cots were removed as children woke up from their nap. Director and Child Care Personnel for each designated area strategized new classroom space to accommodate cots for the following day with proper distance

Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 2024

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

19-03 · Nap/Sleep Space Requirements

License Specialist observed several sleeping cots/beddings in multiple classrooms that did not meet the proper sleeping space. Several cots had more than Two (2) solid barriers. Technical Assistance was given to the Director as per the CCF Handbook that ( A maximum of two sides of a napping or sleeping space may be against a solid barrier, such as the wall. The solid side of a crib does not meet the requirements for a solid barrier. Napping and sleeping spaces must not be under furniture or against furniture that creates a hazard. Napping and sleeping areas must not be in exit areas. All exits must remain clear in accordance with fire safety requirements.) Violation was corrected at time of inspection as the cots were removed as children woke up from their nap. Director and Child Care Personnel for each designated area strategized new classroom space to accommodate cots for the following day with proper distance and the minimum required barriers

Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 2024

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

21-10 · Restrooms and Bath Facilities

License Specialist observed that the bath facility (shower) was not cleaned. It was being used as storage at the time of inspection. Technical Assistant was given to the Director as per CCF Handbook that ( Every facility must have at least one portable or permanent bath facility available for bathing children. The portable or permanent bath facility must be in good operation, clean and must be sanitized or disinfected after each use.)

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

33-01 · Training Requirements

Licensing Specialist observed that One (1) Child Care Personnel did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. Technical Assistance was given to the Director as per the CCF Handbook that (Child care personnel, including volunteers that work 10 hours or more per month, 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. A. Part I Courses (28 hours) School-Age child care personnel must complete all of the following: Child Care Facility Rules and Regulation (6 hours); Health, Safety, and Nutrition (8 hours); Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect (4 hours); Understanding Developmentally Appropriate Practices (5 hours) School Age-Appropriate Practices (5 hours) B. Part II Courses (12 hours) The remaining 12 hours must be met by successfully completing one of the training options identified below: The Departments school-age specific training and the competency examination offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Completion of specialized school-age training, provided by a vocational-technical center, community college, college or university, national organization or affiliates of a national organization, that requires demonstration of competencies through passage of examination (s), or completion and assessment of a Professional Resource File (portfolio of materials that demonstrate competency). Certificates must be uploaded to the Florida Pathways (Registry). School-age childcare personnel with successful completion of introductory childcare training for childcare personnel as defined in s.402.305 (2), F.S., are considered in compliance with the school-age childcare personnel training requirements.) Additional Technical Assistance was given to the Director as One (1) more Child Care Personnel (Y.R.B ) will be reaching the deadline date of 12/23/2024. All training with their appropriate competency exams must be completed by the date mentioned above for Training Compliance

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

45-09 · Background Screening Documents

Licensing Specialist observed that the facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster with all current child care personnel in the clearinghouse roster. Technical Assistance was given to the Provider as per the SACCF Handbook that (The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator/Director must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employment termination.)

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

17-07 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing

FSC observed in the fence having whole in the fence, along with the fence having rust and broken. TA 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 3.5 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: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

32-03 · Outdoor Equipment

FSC observed one of the plastic play areas where the children play and slide in having to have cracked and breaking. TA All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentation of maintenance inspections must be maintained for 12 months. All equipment, fences, and objects on the facilitys premises shall be free from sharp, broken and jagged edges, and properly placed to prevent overcrowding or safety hazards in any one area

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.