18-12 · Bedding and Linens

During the inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed that some of the nap time blankets were touching other student's nap time blankets. The director instructed the teachers to be sure to go through and make sure that no nap items are sticking out of the individual cubby they are stored and the staff were able to refold the nap items bringing this back into compliance. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.6.1 G- Bedding and Linens. G. Bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. All bedding and linens must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at least once a week, and before use by another child

Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2024

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

21-11 · Restrooms and Bath Facilities

During the inspection licensing specialist observed that the toilet in the preschool room the girls restroom toilet was not working properly. Be sure to have the toilet in proper working order by September 1, 2024. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.7 I- Restrooms and Bath Facilities. I. Each toilet and sink must be maintained in good operating condition, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected as needed, but at least once per day. Sinks utilized for teeth brushing activities/procedures by the children must be sanitized prior to the activity occurring

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

33-03 · Training Requirements

During the inspection licensing specialist observed that one staff member did not have her introductory trainings started within 90 days of employment. Director was able to have the staff member register for her first training bringing this back into compliance at the time of inspection. Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance CCF Handbook Section 4.1 Beginning Training Childcare personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the childcare industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the childcare industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the childcare industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the childcare industry in any licensed Florida childcare 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 childcare training course, or by receiving results from a department-approved competency examination. The childcare program is responsible for obtaining training documentation from childcare personnel

Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

09-06 · Planned Activities

At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed the 1 yr. old class watching a video while transitioning to painting activity. Licensing specialist explained that electronic media with children under 2 years is not permitted per handbook. The teacher put on just music and covered the video bringing this back into compliance. TA Do not include the use of electronic media for children under two years of age. Electronic media may only be used for educational purposes or physical activity for children 2 years of age and older for no more than 1 to 2 hours per day

Corrected Corrected by Mar 27, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

18-06 · Bedding and Linens

At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed the mats were torn on the corners and the foam was exposed in the two year old room and the school age room. Be sure to replace the mats that are torn by due date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

35-12 · Communicable Disease Control

At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed that two new employees were not trained prior to starting employment and there was no documentation of annual refresher training of the center's exposure plan. TA Personnel are required to be educated on the facilitys exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter. Written documentation that childcare personnel have participated in the facilitys annual refresher education for the exposure plan and understand the proper procedures in the event there is exposure to blood, and potentially infectious fluids must be retained for 12 months and be available for licensing to review

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

17-02 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing

A storage building that opens into the playground has damage that could affect children occupying the playground on the north end of the facility. The observed damage is along the roof line of the building and also a palm tree that has grown over the fence and could hurt a child. 3.5 Outdoor Play Area A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

46-01 · Daily Attendance

No attendance record in the ages 2-school age class during naptime 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. Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 63 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

Corrected Corrected by Dec 27, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

04-06 · Supervision

During time of inspection, Child Care Regulation observed during naptime 6 staff in the building there were not enough childcare personnel required to meet the staff-to-child ratio within the building on the same floor and available to be summoned if needed to ensure the safety of the children. TA- During nap time, childcare personnel must be within sight and hearing of all the children. All other childcare personnel required to meet the staff-to-child ratio must be within the building on the same floor and available to be summoned if needed to ensure the safety of the children. Nap time supervision does not apply to children up to 24 months of age, who must have direct supervision at all times. The standard was brought back into compliance when 2 childcare personnel returned 1 from break and director from bus run

Corrected Corrected by May 24, 2023

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

07-02 · Vehicle Requirements

During time of inspection, Child Care Regulation observed the facility could not show documentation of current insurance coverage for both vehicles used to transport children in care. TA-All child care 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.

07-06 · Vehicle Requirements

During time of inspection, Child Care Regulation observed that 1 of the 2 vehicles used for transport had the vehicle alarm inside, however it was not in working order. TA-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. 2. List of approved alarm manufacturers may be found on the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.

13-02 · Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons

During time of inspection, Child Care Regulation observed that tools Roundup weed and grass killer, motor oil and other hazardous materials was not locked and was accessible and in reach of children in the storage shed on the playground. TA-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. The standard was brought back into compliance when the childcare personnel locked the door to storage shed

Corrected Corrected by May 24, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

37-06 · First Aid Requirements

During time of inspection, Child Care Regulation observed the facility's first aid kit in both vehicles were missing the following items: Cotton balls or applicators, Adhesive tape, Digital thermometer, Tweezers, Scissors. TA- Each kit must be kept in a closed container and labeled First Aid and must, at a minimum, include: 1. Soap and hand sanitizer (to be used with supervision if hands are not visibly soiled and if no water is present), 2. Adhesive bandages, 3. Disposable, non-porous gloves, 4. Cotton balls or applicators, 5. Sterile gauze pads or rolls, 6. Adhesive tape, 7. Digital thermometer, 8. Tweezers, 9. Pre-moistened wipes, 10. Scissors, 11. Bottled water (for cleaning wounds or eyes), and 12. A current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

41-02 · Immunization Records

During time of inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 3 children with expired shot records. TA- The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

46-03 · Daily Attendance

During time of inspection, Child Care Regulation observed in the 3-year-old room none of the 14 children were signed in and in the 1-year- old class a child was signed in but was not there. TA-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. The standard was brought back into compliance when the childcare personnel updated their attendance roster

Corrected Corrected by May 24, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

04-01 · Supervision

During time of inspection, Child Care Regulation was told by staff, Children were left alone without adult supervision in the gathering spot during morning arrival for a short period of time. TA- B. Childcare 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 childcare personnel supervision inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location

Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2023

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

11-03 · Child Discipline

During time of inspection, Child Care Regulation was told by staff, that a staff member grabbed two children's wrist to redirect them to a sitting position. TA- A. The childcare 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 childcare facility operators, employees, and volunteers must comply with written disciplinary and expulsion policies. C. Verification that the childcare facility has provided the parent or guardian a written copy of the disciplinary and expulsion policies used by the program must be documented on the enrollment form with the signature of the custodial parent or legal guardian. D. Active play, both indoor and outdoor, must not be completely withheld from children who misbehave. For example, a child being left in the front office the entire time the rest of the children go outside to play would be unacceptable. Time-outs may be used during indoor or outdoor play provided an age-appropriate time limit has been established. E. A copy of the current disciplinary and expulsion policies must be available for review by the parents or legal guardian and the licensing authority. Providers must have a comprehensive discipline policy that includes developmentally appropriate social emotional and behavioral health promotion practices, as well as discipline and intervention procedures that provide specific guidance on what childcare personnel should do to prevent and respond to challenging behaviors. Preventive and discipline practices should be used as learning opportunities to guide childrens appropriate behavioral development. F. The following discipline techniques shall be prohibited in the childcare facility: 1. The use of corporal punishment/including, but not limited to: a) Hitting, spanking, shaking, slapping, twisting, pulling, squeezing, or biting. b) Demanding excessive physical exercise, excessive rest, or strenuous or bizarre postures. c) Compelling a child to eat or have in his/her mouth soap, food, spices, or foreign substances. d) Exposing a child to extremes temperature. e) Rough or harsh handling of children, including but not limited to lifting or jerking by one or both arms; pushing; forcing or restricting movement; lifting or moving by grasping clothing; covering a childs head. 2. Isolating a child in an adjacent room, hallway, closet, darkened area, play area, or any other area where the child cannot be seen or supervised. 3. Binding, tying or restrict movement, or taping the mouth. 4. Using or withholding food or beverages as a punishment. 5. Toilet learning/training methods that punish, demean, or humiliate a child. 6. Any form of emotional abuse, including rejecting, terrorizing, extended ignoring, isolating, or corrupting a child. 7. Any abuse or maltreatment of a child. 8. Abusive, profane, or sarcastic language or verbal abuse, threats, or derogatory remarks in front of the child or about the child or childs family. 9. Placing a child in a crib/portable crib for a time-out or for disciplinary reasons. G. All programs that care for infants must have a written policy and procedure to identify and prevent shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma. The policy and procedures must require completion of the safe sleep training by childcare personnel, as outlined in section 4.2.3

Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2023

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

39-05 · Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation

During time of inspection, Child Care Regulation observed accident/incident report with no parent/guardian signature and date. TA- 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 childcare personnel and the custodial parent or legal guardian. Program childcare personnel signatures may include the director/childcare personnel that witnessed the incident, who were involved in the incident, and/or responded to the childs needs

Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2023

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