32-07 · Outdoor Equipment

Licensing specialist contacted provider regarding playground corrections. Per provider, they are currently working on the playground and should be completed during the next two weekends. Provider will let licensing specialist know when corrections are made

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

45-09 · Background Screening Documents

Licensing specialist reviewed Clearinghouse Roster List and it has not been updated. Per provider, she does not have access to enter the account. Licensing specialist previously e-mailed provider instructions to update contact information for account. Extended time frame provided to allow provider to make changes and gain access to Clearinghouse account

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

03-01 · Ratio Sufficient

During the time of inspection when checking ratio, the infant and 1-year old classroom had 1 teacher with 1-infant and 4- 1 year old children. • 0-12 Months (1:4) • Infant and 1-year old class- 1 teacher with 5 children • 2 Years (1:11) • 2- and 3-year-old class - 1 teacher with 6 children (1 teacher was in lunchbreak) • 4 Years (1:20) • 4- and 5-year-old class - 1 teacher with 4 children TA was given 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 childcare personnel must be responsible for no more than four children of any age group, at all times. B. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children one year of age but under two years of age are included, one childcare personnel must be responsible for no more than six children of any age group, at all times. Director returned to the facility and the teachers were rearranged so each classroom met ratio requirements

Corrected Corrected by Jul 24, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

13-03 · Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons

During time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the 2-3 years old classroom's bathroom cleaning materials exactly bleach and cleaning liquid. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach at all times. Licensing specialist let the staff know and the cleaning supplies were removed from bathroom area

Corrected Corrected by Jul 24, 2024

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

30-06 · Diapering

Licensing Specialist observed in the infants-1-year old classroom the diaper changing mat was ripped on both sides of the mat. TA was given 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

32-07 · Outdoor Equipment

Licensing Specialist observed in all fall zones insufficient mulch requirement. TA was given permanent, or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

32-10 · Outdoor Equipment

Licensing Specialist observed empty pool in the outdoor area. Upon arrival to the facility, licensing specialist observed activity calendar posted in the wall which said today was a "water day." Licensing specialist asked staff about pool, and she said that they used it today already and that not all children use it. But those that do use it, bring their water clothes and towels. TA was given wading pools, including inflatable water slides with a landing area where water collects, are prohibited. The director was informed that pools were not allowed, and the pool was empty throughout the inspection

Corrected Corrected by Jul 24, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

45-02 · Background Screening Documents

Licensing specialist reviewed 1 file and the staff did not have background screening. Clearinghouse was also checked, and no record was found. TA a copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for each personnel. If awaiting Out-of-State criminal history results, a copy of the DCF email informing of the individuals eligibility for a provisional hire status must be in the personnel file

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

45-09 · Background Screening Documents

Licensing specialist reviewed clearing house roster and it was not updated to include all current employees. TA was given 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 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.

46-03 · Daily Attendance

Licensing Specialist observed attendance and time of arrival was missing. Sign-in books were also checked and not all children had time of arrival either. TA was given 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.

33-01 · Technical assistance was provided that 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 prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the competency examination requirement. A. Part I Courses (30 Hours) Child care personnel must complete all of the following: ? Child Care Facility Rules and Regulations ? Health, Safety and Nutrition ? Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect ? Child Growth and Development ? Behavioral Observation and Screening B. Part II Courses (10 Hours) Child care personnel must also complete 10 hours of the following Part II courses: ? Special Needs Appropriate Practices (10 hours), or ? Understanding Developmentally Appropriate Practices (5 hours) and one of the following courses: 1. Infant and Toddler Appropriate Practices (5 hours) 2. Preschool Appropriate Practices (5 hours) 3. School- Age Appropriate Practices (5 hours)

Licensing specialist observed the staff pending training was working in a classroom as an assistant. When reviewing transcript, staff has not completed training

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

21-11 · Technical assistance was provided that each toilet and sink must be maintained in good operating condition, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected as needed, but at least once per day

FSC observed right side toilet in the back (2-years and 3-years classroom) did not have running water

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

17-01 · Technical assistance was provided that the outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards

FSC observed green wooden frame in the playground that was broken and had two bolts sticking out

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

23-06 · Technical assistance was provided that 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. A fire drill was conducted during the inspection. An additional fire drill is to be completed by

FSC reviewed fire drill log and observed that a fire drill for the month of March was not conducted

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

33-01 · Technical assistance was provided that 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 child care 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. 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 prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the competency examination requirement. A. Part I Courses (30 Hours) Child care personnel must complete all of the following: ? Child Care Facility Rules and Regulations ? Health, Safety and Nutrition ? Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect ? Child Growth and Development ? Behavioral Observation and Screening B. Part II Courses (10 Hours) Child care personnel must also complete 10 hours of the following Part II courses: ? Special Needs Appropriate Practices (10 hours), or ? Understanding Developmentally Appropriate Practices (5 hours) and one of the following courses: 1. Infant and Toddler Appropriate Practices (5 hours) 2. Preschool Appropriate Practices (5 hours) 3. School- Age Appropriate Practices (5 hours) Additional time provided to

FSC observed one staff that has been working at the center for more than year and has not completed training

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

23-06 · Technical assistance was provided ensuring that a fire drill is done monthly. Completed at time of inspection counselor completed a fire drill

Counselor observed the provider did not complete a fire drill for the month of November

Corrected Corrected by Dec 21, 2023

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

33-01 · Technical assistance was provided ensuring that the 40-hour introductory training is completed within 12 months without exceeding 15 months. Personnel listed will have to complete part one and part two of the introductory training

Counselor observed the personnel listed on the confidential page did not complete the 40-hour introductory training

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

24-24 · Food Preparation Area

FSC observed frozen food were not labeled by date of type. And the frozen food was stored at 10 degrees. 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. 2. Food may be frozen prior to the expiration date, but when thawed, it must be labeled with the date it was removed from the freezer and discarded within seven calendar days. 3. Frozen food must be labeled by date and type noted below and stored according to the following table: Food Item Months Bacon and sausage 1 to 2 months Casseroles 2 to 3 months Frozen dinner and entrees 3 to 4 months Ham, hot dogs, lunch meats 1 to 2 months Meat, uncooked 4 to 12 months Meat, uncooked ground 3 to 4 months Meat, cooked 2 to 3 months Poultry, cooked 4 months

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

30-07 · Diapering

FSC observed jackets and papers were stored on the changing table and the table was not cleaned. Items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

41-01 · Immunization Records

FSC observed four students did not have the immunization forms. 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.