07-02 · Vehicle Requirements

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the program's vehicle insurance documentation was not available for viewing. The director was given until August 18th, 2024 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, D 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. D. All childcare facilities must comply with the insurance requirements found in Section 316.615(4), F.S. Documentation shall be maintained at the facility

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.

44-04 · Personnel Records

When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the licensing counselor observed 2 personnel that did not have a Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements Form signed. Director was given until August 18th, 2024 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 C Personnel Records C. 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 Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 62 hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

17-01 · Technical assistance was provided as there were several boards at the time of this inspection that are in poor condition and will likely become cracked enough to require replacement. Licensing Specialist observed a bolt with a sharp disk and four nails sticking out of the fence, posing a low potential for harm to children. "3.5, A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards." The director and a staff person removed the bolt and hammered the nails all the way in; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection

Licensing Specialist observed that the seven cracked fence boards have been replaced

Corrected Corrected by May 29, 2024

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

17-02 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing

Licensing Specialist observed that there are seven cracked fence boards, one is very loose and swings out when touched. "A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards." The facility will repair or replace the boards no later than May 5, 2024. Licensing Specialist will return after this date to confirm compliance

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

30-06 · Diapering

Licensing Specialist observed that the diaper changing mat in the infant room was not impermeable. "3.10.2, E. 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." The director replaced the mat at the time of inspection; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection

Corrected Corrected by Apr 15, 2024

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

33-06 · Training Requirements

Licensing Specialist observed that one staff did not complete the required five-hour early literacy and language development course within the allotted time frame. "4.2.2 Early Literacy Training Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of course completion, classroom transcript, or diploma. Child care personnel must complete one of the following: A. One of the Departments online literacy courses available on the Departments website. B. One of the Departments approved literacy courses. A list of these courses can be obtained from the Departments website. (No additional courses will be approved by the Department.) C. One college level early literacy course (for credit or non-credit) if taken within the last five years." "4.5, C. Early literacy courses and school-age training documentation must be uploaded into the Florida Pathways (Registry), which may be accessed from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare." The facility will send proof, via email, of completed course no later than May 5, 2024

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

46-02 · Daily Attendance

Licensing Specialist observed that the attendance log in the three- and four-year-old classroom was missing the arrival time for one child. The staff were unaware of the number of children in the classroom. "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. A. Attendance devices used for the purposes of tracking attendance may be used, but personnel must ensure the accuracy of the documented attendance. Each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. B. 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. C. REMOVED. D. Attendance records must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months. E. Attendance records for Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten or School Readiness may be used, if applicable." The teacher added the arrival time to the attendance record; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection

Corrected Corrected by Apr 15, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

03-01 · Ratio Sufficient

The following ratios were observed during the routine walk through... 2:11 Fours and Fives 1:7 Ones and Four (a teacher came to the room to resolve the ratio violation) 1:11 Twos 1:13 Twos through Fours (majority 3) 3:7 Infants 4 additional personnel were present Licensing Specialist observed 6 one-year-old children and one four-year-old child in a classroom with only one teacher. "(4) STAFF-TO-CHILDREN RATIO. (a) Minimum standards for the care of children in a licensed child care facility as established by rule of the department must include: 1. For children from birth through 1 year of age, there must be one child care personnel for every four children. 2. For children 1 year of age or older, but under 2 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every six children. 3. For children 2 years of age or older, but under 3 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 11 children. 4. For children 3 years of age or older, but under 4 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 15 children. 5. For children 4 years of age or older, but under 5 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 20 children. 6. For children 5 years of age or older, there must be one child care personnel for every 25 children. 7. When children 2 years of age and older are in care, the staff-to-children ratio shall be based on the age group with the largest number of children within the group. ..." Another teacher came to the room; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection

Corrected Corrected by Feb 5, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.