03-01 · Technical assistance was given to the Provider as per F.S. s.402.305(4) that ( 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. Mixed Age Groups: In groups of mixed age ranges, where children under one year of age are included, One (1) child care personnel must be responsible for no more than four children of any age group, at all times. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children one year of age but under two years of age are included, One (1) staff member must be responsible for no more than six children of any age group, at all times. ) Violation was corrected at time of inspection as Child Care Personnel who opened the door for Licensing Specialist (A.H) and stayed attending parents while Licensing specialist proceeded with walkthrough (staff) incorporated herself to Infant classroom until Assigned Infant teacher (D.R.) arrived for her shift. Two (2) other mixed groups were separated as Child Care Personnel Staff arrived at their corresponding scheduled times and separated children to their appropriate/corresponding classrooms

2 INFANTS : Zero (0) Staff Mixed Ages 8 Children : 1 Teacher ( 1 Year Old to 3 Year Old) Mixed Ages - 17 Children : 1 Teacher [ (12) 1 to 3 Year Old and 5 S/A ] License Specialist observed One INFANT classroom and Two (2) groups of mixed ages with the staff-to-ratio listed above. All groups did not meet minimum requirements at the time of inspection

Corrected Corrected by Oct 8, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

12-21 · Facility Environment

License Specialist observed that there was a Television in the Two (2) year old classroom who's electrical cable is connected to an electrical outlet located directly on top of the sink where children and staff use for hand washing. Cable when not plugged is long enough to fall in the sink area and is accessible to the children in care, it is currently held with several pieces of tape. The Electrical Outlet itself did not meet GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) code needed in areas of high moisture such as bathroom, kitchens, etc. or areas near a water source. Technical Assistance was given to the Provider 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: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

18-10 · Bedding and Linens

Licensing Specialist observed that linens were not provided for all children in care at time of inspection during sleeping (nap) time. Technical Assistance was given to the Provider as per CCF Handbook that ( Linens must be provided when children are sleeping, pillows and blankets must be available.)

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

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.) Violation was corrected at time of inspection by Provider cleaning and removing all storage contents in the shower, making it functional and accessible for the use of the children in care if needed

Corrected Corrected by Oct 8, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

27-01 · Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources

License Specialist observed that the Child Care Program had changed catering services as of October 1st, 2024 and a copy of the new caterer's DBPR License/permit was not posted nor at the facility for the Licensing authority to review. Provider did call the catering company for immediate submission via e-mail, but it was never received during the time of inspection. A second attempt was made by the Provider to receive the documentation by contacting the Food Program Sponsor (Family Central) but once again the License/permit for Sergio's Catering was not received during the time of inspection. Technical Assistance was given to the Provider as per the CCF Handbook that ( Each of the records described in section 7 must be maintained at the program location and must be available during the hours of operation for review by the licensing authority: # 15 of this section states: "Copy of license or permit for caterers." )

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

27-05 · Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources

License Specialist observed that the Food Acceptance Log was not complete by not having proper acceptance signature. Technical Assistance was given to the Provider that ( Handling of food in a safe and careful manner prevents the spread of bacteria, viruses and fungi. Outbreaks of foodborne illnesses have occurred in many settings, including child care facilities. If a facility chooses to provide or make available food to children in care from an outside source, such as a caterer, or a licensed child care facility under the same ownership that includes a food preparation area that meets licensing standards, or as the result of a learning activity provided by a child care program, such as a garden, it is the responsibility of the provider to ensure all food intended for consumption by a child in care is free from spoilage and contamination and safe for human consumption. A log must be maintained for all prepared meals being transported into the facility. The log must be retained for a minimum of 4 months. The log must include the delivery date, time of arrival, quantity and types of food, verification by the recipient of adequate temperatures of food, and the name and signature of the recipient. The facility shall not accept food that is not at the appropriate holding temperature. ) Violation was corrected at time of inspection by Child Care Personnel who was actually present at the time of receival of the food, signing and dating the Food Acceptance Log

Corrected Corrected by Oct 8, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

33-09 · Training Requirements

Licensing Specialist observed that the facility did not have documentation proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable of the use of fire extinguishers within 30 days of date of hire. Technical Assistance was given to the Provider as per the CCF Handbook that ( Fire Extinguisher Training: All Child Care Personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation that all Child Care Personnel have completed training.)

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

46-02 · Daily Attendance

Licensing Specialist observed several Attendance Records of children enrolled which did not include the time of each child's arrival and departure. Technical Assistance was given to the Provider as per the CCF Handbook that ( 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. )

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

46-03 · Daily Attendance

License Specialist observed that Child Care Personnel receiving and dispatching children to the parents/guardians did not ensure that signatures, arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure during the time of inspection. Technical Assistance was given to the provider that (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.)

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.