05-04 · Transportation

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the transportation log was missing when the children departed the vehicle, 1st and 2nd signatures for the following dates: 1/9/26, 1/16/26, 1/20/26, 1/21/26, 1/22/26, 1/23/26, 2/6/26 and 3/19/26. The director was given until April 30, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook section 2.5.2 Transportation Log -A. A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the childcare facility. The log must be retained on file at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. The log must include: 1. Each childs name, 2. The date and time of departure, 3. Time of arrival at the destination, 4. The signature of the driver (or in the case of travelling on foot, the signature of the child care personnel), and 5. The signature of a second child care personnel or person (s) authorized by the provider to verify the transportation log and that all children have arrived safely and left the vehicle (if applicable)

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

07-06 · Vehicle Requirements

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 2008 ICRP Bus (380785) was monitored at time of inspection. The installed vehicle alarm was not in working condition in that it could not be heard from the distance of 500 feet from the vehicle. The director was given until April 30, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, regarding the maintaining of the vehicle alarm. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, F - F. 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. 3. Alarms must be installed and maintained according to the manufacturers recommendations. 4. Alarm systems installed according to the manufacturers instructions prior to October 1, 2021, will be deemed to satisfy this requirement if they meet the criteria set forth in 2.5.4.F.1. above. Under this allowance, the existing alarm system must always be properly maintained in working order. Should at any time the alarm system require replacement, the new system must be selected from the Departments approved list referenced in 2.5.4 F.2. above (p. 17)

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

12-01 · Facility Environment

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the learning center room the wall that the television is on the paint is peeling. In the hallway there is drywall missing by the fire extinguisher and the MPR1. MPR2 on the window seal the drywall is peeling and there is a hole in the wall by the white board. In the gym the padding on the wall is ripping and exposing the foam, the black curtain that is on the side of the bleachers is ripped, the wall by the kitchen there is paint peeling and the rug in front of the water fountain. The director was given until April 30, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook Section 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All school-age program facilities must be clean, in good repair, and free from health and safety hazards and vermin. During the hours that the program is in operation, no portion of the building can be used for any activity that presents a risk to the health and safety of the children. Indoor and outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation must be maintained for 12 months

Corrected Corrected by Mar 30, 2026

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

44-02 · Background Screening Documents

During the inspection, the director advised the Government Operations Consultant 1 that all personnel files are kept offsite. Technical assistance was provided to the director to ensure that all files are onsite and available to be reviewed

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

43-01 · Personnel Records

During the inspection, the director advised the Government Operations Consultant 1 that all personnel files are kept offsite. Technical assistance was provided to the director to ensure that the files are kept onsite and available to be reviewed

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

12-02 · Technical assistance was provided to the director to ensure that the peeling paint is repaired. (Picture taken)

During the inspection, the Government Operations Consultant 1 observed the picnic tables on the playground area to have peeling paint

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

35-01 · CPR Requirements

During the inspection, the director advised the Government Operations Consultant 1 that all personnel files are kept offsite. Technical assistance was provided to the director to ensure that all files are kept onsite and available to be reviewed

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

36-07 · Technical assistance was provided to the director to ensure that all personnel files are kept onsite and available for review. During the inspection, the Government Operations Consultant 1 observed a first aid kit in each transportation vehicle

During the inspection, the director advised the Government Operations Consultant 1 that the personnel files are kept offsite at the HQ location, therefore the First Aid Training was not able to be monitored

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

04-18 · Supervision

4-12: During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist and Licensing Supervisor observed that there was 1 employee (15 years old) that was supervising a group of 4 school age children outside, alone. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 1 employee did not have a Background Screening. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist and Licensing Supervisor observed that the was 1 employee alone with a group of 19 school age children. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 1 employee did not have an eligibility date for DCF child care on their Background Screening, in that that background screening stated agency review required. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist and Licensing Supervisor observed that the was 1 employee alone with a group of 23 school age children. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 1 employee did not have an eligibility date for DCF child care on their Background Screening, in that that background screening stated agency review required. During the reinspection, the three employees were sent home and different staff members took over the 3 groups of children. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, s.435.06(2)(a), F.S. and SACCF Handbook, Section 5.2, C An employer may not hire, select, or otherwise allow an employee to have contact with any vulnerable person that would place the employee in a role that requires background screening until the screening process is completed and demonstrates the absence of any grounds for the denial or termination of employment. If the screening process shows any grounds for the denial or termination of employment, the employer may not hire, select, or otherwise allow the employee to have contact with any vulnerable person that would place the employee in a role that requires background screening unless the employee is granted an exemption for the disqualification by the agency as provided under s. 435.07

Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2025

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

05-04 · Transportation

5-4: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the transportation logs did not include the times the children got on the vehicle, the time that the children got off the vehicle, the secondary signature and the date by the signatures. There were a few transportation log entries that did not have both the check marks that that the children got on/off the vehicle. During the previous reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the transportation logs did not include the times the children got on the vehicle, the time that the children got off the vehicle, the secondary signature and the date by the signatures. There were a few transportation log entries that did not have both the check marks that that the children got on/off the vehicle. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that some of the transportation logs did not include the times the children got on the vehicle, the time that the children got off the vehicle, the secondary signature and the drivers signatures. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 A. A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. The log must be retained on file at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. The log must include: 1. Each childs name, 2. The date and time of departure, 3. Time of arrival at the destination, 4. The signature of the driver (or in the case of travelling on foot, the signature of the child care personnel), and 5. The signature of a second child care personnel or person(s) authorized by the provider to verify the transportation log and that all children have arrived safely and left the vehicle (if applicable). Transportation By Vehicle E. Prior to transporting children by vehicle, the transportation log must be recorded with each childs name, the date and time of departure and initialed by child care personnel verifying that all children were accounted for and that the log is complete. F. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, the driver of the vehicle must: 1. Mark each child off the log as the child departs the vehicle; 2. Conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle interior to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; 3. Record, sign, and date the transportation log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the visual sweep was conducted. 4. Ensure that a second child care personnel conducts a second visual sweep, signs and dates the transportation log verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the log is complete. 5. If the provider contracts with an outside entity to provide transportation, then the provider must assign a child care personnel to perform the duties of the driver outlined above in numbers 1-3. G. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, a second and different child care personnel must: 1. Conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and 2. Sign, date and record the transportation log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the log is complete

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

07-05 · Vehicle Requirements

7-3: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 2 vans (vin #300340 and in #380785) did not have an annual vehicle inspection. During the previous reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 2 vans (vin #300340 and in #380785) did not have an annual vehicle inspection. Staff stated that the 2 vans were in the shop being worked on. During the reinspection, staff stated that the 2 vans were not on-site. This is being marked Not Monitored. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, A A. All vehicles regularly used to transport children must be inspected annually by a mechanic to ensure that they are in proper working order. Documentation by the mechanic must be maintained in the vehicle. 7-5: During the previous inspection, the staff stated that the 2 vans (vin #300340 and in #380785) do not have a vehicle alarm installed. During the previous reinspection, the staff stated that the 2 vans (vin #300340 and in #380785) do not have a vehicle alarm installed. Staff stated that the 2 vans were in the shop being worked on. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the vehicle alarm was not operational on the 2003 Bluebird Transit (F208517), in that the alarm did not go off. Staff stated that 1 van is in the shop getting the alarm installed and the second van was not on-site. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 F. F. 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 . 3. Alarms must be installed and maintained according to the manufacturers recommendations. 4. Alarm systems installed according to the manufacturers instructions prior to October 1, 2021, will be deemed to satisfy this requirement if they meet the criteria set forth in 2.5.4.F.1. above. Under this allowance, the existing alarm system must always be properly maintained in working order. Should at any time the alarm system require replacement, the new system must be selected from the Departments approved list referenced in 2.5.4 F.2. above

12-07 · Facility Environment

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was a safety hazard/strangulation hazard, in that there were hanging cords in the classroom accessible to the children. During that inspection, staff tied the cords and made them inaccessible. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Handbook 3.1 A, All school-age program facilities must be clean, in good repair, and free from health and safety hazards and vermin. During the hours that the program is in operation, no portion of the building can be used for any activity that presents a risk to the health and safety of the children. Indoor and outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation must be maintained for 12 months

Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

12-18 · Facility Environment

During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were a number of outlet covers that were missing in each of the rooms that the children were using. Staff advised that the outlets were not tamper resistant. During the previous reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were a number of outlet covers that were missing in each of the rooms that the children were using. Staff advised that the outlets were not tamper resistant. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were a number of outlet covers that were missing in each of the rooms that the children were using. Staff advised that the outlets were not tamper resistant. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I. All accessible electrical outlets must be tamper-resistant electrical outlets that contain internal shutter mechanisms to prevent children from sticking objects into receptacles. In settings that do not have tamper-resistant electrical outlets, outlets shall have safety cover

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

13-01 · Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons

13-1: During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 2 spray bottles with chemicals inside that were not labeled in the art room. During the inspection, staff labeled the spray bottles. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, 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

Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2025

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

13-03 · Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons

13-3: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were gardening chemicals (Tower Garden Mineral Blend A and Tower Garden Mineral Blend B) assessable to the children on the outdoor play area. During the previous reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were gardening chemicals were removed. This is being marked compliant. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were chemicals (Sani Quat Chemical and Sanitizing Wipes and unknown chemicals in two spray bottles) were accessible to the children in care in the teen room and in the art room. During the inspection, The chemicals were removed. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection

Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2025

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

24-11 · Food Preparation Area

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that multiple food waste garbages did not have a tight fitted lid. During the inspection, staff added the lid to the garbages. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, : Handbook 3.9.1, A 8, Leak-proof, nonabsorbent containers covered with a tight-fitting lid for all food waste stored inside the facility. The container must be emptied, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected daily

Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

33-03 · Training Requirements

33-3: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 15 employees that did not have documentation that the 10 hours of annual in- service was completed between July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024. During the previous reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed 10 employees that did not have documentation that the 10 hours of annual in- service was completed between July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed 3 employees that did not have documentation that the 10 hours of annual in- service was completed between July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Upon successful completion of the 40-hour introductory training requirements, child care personnel must complete a minimum of 10 clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training annually during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. A. The annual 10 clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training concentration on children ages birth through 12 must be completed in one or more of the following areas (college level courses will be accepted): 1. Health and safety, including universal precautions, prevention of infectious diseases, sudden infant death syndrome, emergencies due to food and allergic reactions, shaken baby syndrome, use of safe sleep practices, administration of medicine, emergency preparedness, and handling of hazardous materials; 2. Pediatric CPR; 3. First Aid (may be taken to meet the in-service requirement only once every two years); 4. Nutrition; 5. Child development - typical and atypical; 6. Child transportation and safety; 7. Behavior management; 8. Working with families; 9. Design and use of child-oriented space; 10. Community, health and social service resources; 11. Child abuse; 12. Child care for multilingual children; 13. Working with children with disabilities in child care; 14. Safety in outdoor play; 15. Literacy; 16. Guidance and discipline; 17. Computer technology; 18. Leadership development/program management and child care personnel supervision; 19. Age-appropriate lesson planning; 20. Homework assistance for school-age care; 21. Food safety training; 22. Developing special interest centers/spaces and environments; 23. Other course areas relating to child care or child care management; 24. Any of the online courses offered through the Departments child care website

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

33-05 · Training Requirements

33-5: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 16 staff members did not have documentation that the fire extinguisher training was completed. During the previous reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 14 staff members did not have documentation that the fire extinguisher training was completed. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 15 staff members did not have documentation that the fire extinguisher training was completed. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.5 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. Section 4.2.3 All child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early childhood within 30 days of hire at the facility. For child care personnel to satisfy this requirement the training must be accomplished through one of following methods: Department's Health Safety and Nutrition course, Safe Sleep course, or the Early Learning Floridas Safe Sleep Practices. Documentation of training must be maintained on the Department's training transcript in the child care personnel record

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

33-07 · Training Requirements

33-7: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 12 employees that did not complete the School Readiness Pre- Service training before they were left alone with children or within the 90 days of their hire date. During the previous reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed 9 employees that did not complete the School Readiness Pre-Service training before they were left alone with children or within the 90 days of their hire date. During the previous reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed 4 employees that did not complete the School Readiness Pre-Service training before they were left alone with children or within the 90 days of their hire date. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, DEL SR Handbook, Section 3.1 and 3.2 Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another School Readiness provider within this initial 90 days. Personnel who have not completed all preservice training requirements are not allowed any unsupervised contact with or care of children in a School Readiness program

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

35-01 · CPR Requirements

35-1: During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the that there were 8 staff with CPR cards on site, however the cards did not state that the skills were met. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Handbook Section 4.2.2 D. CPR courses must include on-site, instructor-based skill assessments by a certified CPR instructor. Documentation of completion of the online course and on-site assessment must be maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

43-01 · Personnel Records

43-1: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the employee files were not on-site. Staff advised that the employee files are maintained at HQ in Desoto County. Licensing Specialist asked if they could scan and email the files to the files to the facility. Staff called HQ and the employee at HQ stated that he will not scan the files to the facility. During the previous reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the employee files were not on-site. Staff advised that the employee files are maintained at HQ in Desoto County. Licensing Specialist asked if they could scan and email the files to the files to the facility. Staff called HQ and the employee at HQ stated that he will not scan the files to the facility. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 15 employee files that were not on-site. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

43-03 · Personnel Records

43-3: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 18 employee files did not include a signed statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employed. During the previous reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 16 employee files did not include a signed statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employed. During the previous reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 15 employee files did not include a signed statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employed. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, s.402.3055(1)(b), F.S. and Section 7.4, A Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: A. A complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to Section 402.3055(1)(b), F.S

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

44-01 · Background Screening Documents

44-1: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 18 employees did not have the 5131 form on site. During the previous reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 16 employees did not have the 5131 form on site. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 15 employees did not have the 5131 form on site. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review. Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C-22.001(7)(b), F.A.C

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

44-02 · Background Screening Documents

44-2: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 18 employees did not have their Background Screening on file at the facility. During the previous reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 16 employees did not have their Background Screening on file at the facility. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 15 employees did not have their Background Screening on file at the facility. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review. 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.

44-04 · Background Screening Documents

44-4: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 18 employees did not have documentation that the 5 year employment history was verified. During the previous reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 16 employees did not have documentation that the 5 year employment history was verified. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 15 employees did not have documentation that the 5 year employment history was verified. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. The employer/owner/operator must make at least three attempts to obtain employment history information. Failed attempts to obtain employment history must be documented in the personnel file and include date, time, and the reason the information was not obtained

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

44-06 · Background Screening Documents

44-6: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 18 employees did not have the Good Moral Character form on site. During the previous reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 16 employees did not have the Good Moral Character form on site. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 15 employees did not have the Good Moral Character form on site. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review. CF Form 1649A, Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(a), F.A.C., must be completed for all child care personnel at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CF Form 1649A may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

47-02 · Group Size (Form DEL-SR-6200A)

During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that one of the groups had 2 staff with 29 schoolage children. Licensing Specialist observed that neither staff in the group had an active staff credential. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Sections 2.2.1 and 2.2.4 Group Size, Page 4 For school-age children, group size may not exceed fifty (50) children in a single classroom. For classrooms operating with 26 to 50 children, there must be one designated lead teacher, and one of the two child care personnel must possess, at a minimum, an active credential pursuant to s. 402.305(3), F.S. For classrooms operating with 25 or fewer children, the child care personnel is not required to have an active credential

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

05-04 · Transportation

5-4: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the transportation logs did not include the times the children got on the vehicle, the time that the children got off the vehicle, the secondary signature and the date by the signatures. There were a few transportation log entries that did not have both the check marks that that the children got on/off the vehicle. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the transportation logs did not include the times the children got on the vehicle, the time that the children got off the vehicle, the secondary signature and the date by the signatures. There were a few transportation log entries that did not have both the check marks that that the children got on/off the vehicle. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 A. A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. The log must be retained on file at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. The log must include: 1. Each childs name, 2. The date and time of departure, 3. Time of arrival at the destination, 4. The signature of the driver (or in the case of travelling on foot, the signature of the child care personnel), and 5. The signature of a second child care personnel or person(s) authorized by the provider to verify the transportation log and that all children have arrived safely and left the vehicle (if applicable). Transportation By Vehicle E. Prior to transporting children by vehicle, the transportation log must be recorded with each childs name, the date and time of departure and initialed by child care personnel verifying that all children were accounted for and that the log is complete. F. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, the driver of the vehicle must: 1. Mark each child off the log as the child departs the vehicle; 2. Conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle interior to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; 3. Record, sign, and date the transportation log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the visual sweep was conducted. 4. Ensure that a second child care personnel conducts a second visual sweep, signs and dates the transportation log verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the log is complete. 5. If the provider contracts with an outside entity to provide transportation, then the provider must assign a child care personnel to perform the duties of the driver outlined above in numbers 1-3. G. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, a second and different child care personnel must: 1. Conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and 2. Sign, date and record the transportation log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the log is complete

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

06-02 · Driver's License, Physician Certification

6-2: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 4 drivers did not have a file on site. Licensing Specialist observed that there was not drivers license on file, no drivers annual physical on file, and no current CPR/First Aid training certificate on site. Staff stated that the files are kept at the HQ location. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 4 drivers did not have a file on site. Licensing Specialist observed that there was not drivers license on file, no drivers annual physical on file, and no current CPR/First Aid training certificate on site. Staff stated that the files are kept at the HQ location. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, E For the driver only: Florida drivers license and driver physical examination documentation. A copy of the drivers license and the physician certification, or another form containing the same elements of the physician certification, granting medical approval to operate the vehicle, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training, pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures, and background screening must also be maintained in the drivers personnel file

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

07-03 · Vehicle Requirements

7-3: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 2 vans (vin #300340 and in #380785) did not have an annual vehicle inspection. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 2 vans (vin #300340 and in #380785) did not have an annual vehicle inspection. Staff stated that the 2 vans were in the shop being worked on. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, A A. All vehicles regularly used to transport children must be inspected annually by a mechanic to ensure that they are in proper working order. Documentation by the mechanic must be maintained in the vehicle

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

07-05 · Vehicle Requirements

7-5: During the previous inspection, the staff stated that the 2 vans (vin #300340 and in #380785) do not have a vehicle alarm installed. During the reinspection, the staff stated that the 2 vans (vin #300340 and in #380785) do not have a vehicle alarm installed. Staff stated that the 2 vans were in the shop being worked on. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 F. F. 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 . 3. Alarms must be installed and maintained according to the manufacturers recommendations. 4. Alarm systems installed according to the manufacturers instructions prior to October 1, 2021, will be deemed to satisfy this requirement if they meet the criteria set forth in 2.5.4.F.1. above. Under this allowance, the existing alarm system must always be properly maintained in working order. Should at any time the alarm system require replacement, the new system must be selected from the Departments approved list referenced in 2.5.4 F.2. above

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

12-18 · Facility Environment

During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were a number of outlet covers that were missing in each of the rooms that the children were using. Staff advised that the outlets were not tamper resistant. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were a number of outlet covers that were missing in each of the rooms that the children were using. Staff advised that the outlets were not tamper resistant. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I. All accessible electrical outlets must be tamper-resistant electrical outlets that contain internal shutter mechanisms to prevent children from sticking objects into receptacles. In settings that do not have tamper-resistant electrical outlets, outlets shall have safety cover

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

13-04 · Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons

13-3: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were gardening chemicals (Tower Garden Mineral Blend A and Tower Garden Mineral Blend B) assessable to the children on the outdoor play area. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were gardening chemicals were removed. This is being marked compliant. 13-4: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were tools accessible to the children in care, in that there was a shed on the outdoor area that was open (the doors were broken) with shovels, rakes, garden hoe, and a rotary cultivator) inside the shed. During the reinspection, that there were tools accessible to the children in care, in that there was a shed on the outdoor area with a lock on the doors however one door was still broken and not on its hinges, with shovels, rakes, garden hoe, and a rotary cultivator) inside the shed. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

17-02 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing

17-2 During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were hazards on the outdoor play area, in that were broken pieces of wood with a number of nails and screws sticking out. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were hazards on the outdoor play area, in that were broken pieces of wood with a number of nails and screws sticking out. During the inspection, staff removed the wood. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards

Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2025

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

23-04 · Fire Drills

23-1: During the previous inspection, Staff advised that they did not know where their annual fire inspection was located. Staff stated that the fire marshal came in September of 2024. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the fire inspection was conducted on 7/22/2024. This is being marked complaint. 23-4: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 2 vans (vin #300340 and in #380785) did not have a fire extinguisher. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 2 vans (vin #300340 and in #380785) did not have a fire extinguisher. Staff stated that the 2 vans were in the shop being worked on. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, C The distance to the nearest extinguisher shall not be more than 75 feet from rooms occupied by children. A fire extinguisher must be present in vehicles used to transport children and areas where food is prepared. 23-7: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the provider did not have documentation that a fire drill was conducted in December 2024, January 2025, February 2025, and March 2025. Staff advised that they computer system that tracks their fire drills was not operating properly. The last fire drill documented was conducted on 11/26/2024. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the provider that the fire drill log shows that a fire drill was conducted on 1/10/2025, 2/20/2025, 3/12/2025 and 4/30/2025. During the inspection, a fire drill was conducted with Licensing Specialist. This is being marked complaint

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

33-03 · Training Requirements

33-3: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 15 employees that did not have documentation that the 10 hours of annual in- service was completed between July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed 10 employees that did not have documentation that the 10 hours of annual in- service was completed between July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Upon successful completion of the 40-hour introductory training requirements, child care personnel must complete a minimum of 10 clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training annually during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. A. The annual 10 clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training concentration on children ages birth through 12 must be completed in one or more of the following areas (college level courses will be accepted): 1. Health and safety, including universal precautions, prevention of infectious diseases, sudden infant death syndrome, emergencies due to food and allergic reactions, shaken baby syndrome, use of safe sleep practices, administration of medicine, emergency preparedness, and handling of hazardous materials; 2. Pediatric CPR; 3. First Aid (may be taken to meet the in-service requirement only once every two years); 4. Nutrition; 5. Child development - typical and atypical; 6. Child transportation and safety; 7. Behavior management; 8. Working with families; 9. Design and use of child-oriented space; 10. Community, health and social service resources; 11. Child abuse; 12. Child care for multilingual children; 13. Working with children with disabilities in child care; 14. Safety in outdoor play; 15. Literacy; 16. Guidance and discipline; 17. Computer technology; 18. Leadership development/program management and child care personnel supervision; 19. Age-appropriate lesson planning; 20. Homework assistance for school-age care; 21. Food safety training; 22. Developing special interest centers/spaces and environments; 23. Other course areas relating to child care or child care management; 24. Any of the online courses offered through the Departments child care website

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

33-05 · Training Requirements

33-5: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 16 staff members did not have documentation that the fire extinguisher training was completed. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 14 staff members did not have documentation that the fire extinguisher training was completed. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.5 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. Section 4.2.3 All child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early childhood within 30 days of hire at the facility. For child care personnel to satisfy this requirement the training must be accomplished through one of following methods: Department's Health Safety and Nutrition course, Safe Sleep course, or the Early Learning Floridas Safe Sleep Practices. Documentation of training must be maintained on the Department's training transcript in the child care personnel record

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

33-06 · Training Requirements

33-6: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 2 drivers did not complete the transportation training. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 1 driver did not complete the transportation training. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.6 All child care personnel participating in the transportation of children must have training regarding guidance on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. For child care personnel to satisfy this requirement the training must be accomplished through the Departments Transportation Safety course or the Early Learning Floridas Precautions in Transporting Children course. Child care personnel working at a facility currently providing transportation must complete training by April 1, 2020. Documentation of training must be maintained on the training transcript in the child care personnel file

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

33-07 · Training Requirements

33-7: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 12 employees that did not complete the School Readiness Pre- Service training before they were left alone with children or within the 90 days of their hire date. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed 9 employees that did not complete the School Readiness Pre-Service training before they were left alone with children or within the 90 days of their hire date. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, DEL SR Handbook, Section 3.1 and 3.2 Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another School Readiness provider within this initial 90 days. Personnel who have not completed all preservice training requirements are not allowed any unsupervised contact with or care of children in a School Readiness program

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

35-02 · CPR Requirements

35-2: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were no staff files on site. Staff advised that they do not have a copy of the CPR certificates at the facility, they are at HQ. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 2 staff with CPR cards on site, however the cards did not state that the skills were met. Staff stated that all other CPR certificates are not on site at the facility, they are at HQ. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 4.2.4, A One child care personnel with current and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and one child care personnel with current and valid certificate of course completion for pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures must be present at all times that children are in care. The same child care personnel may satisfy both requirements. Documentation of first aid training must be kept on file and available for licensing to review

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

36-04 · First Aid Requirements

During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 2 vans (vin #300340 and in #380785) did not have a first aid kit. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 2 vans (vin #300340 and in #380785) did not have a first aid kit. Staff stated that the 2 vans were in the shop being worked on. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, B. A first aid kit must be accessible and available to child care personnel when children are participating on field trips, during transporting, and other activities away from the facility. C. 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.

36-07 · First Aid Requirements

During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were no staff files on site. Staff advised that they do not have a copy of the First Aid certificates at the facility, they are at HQ. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were no staff files on site. Two staff were able to provide a copy of their First Aid certificate that they carry with them. Staff advised that the copy of the First Aid certificates are at the facility, they are at HQ. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, A One child care personnel with current and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and one child care personnel with current and valid certificate of course completion for pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures must be present at all times that children are in care. The same child care personnel may satisfy both requirements. Documentation of first aid training must be kept on file and available for licensing to review

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

43-01 · Personnel Records

43-1: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the employee files were not on-site. Staff advised that the employee files are maintained at HQ in Desoto County. Licensing Specialist asked if they could scan and email the files to the files to the facility. Staff called HQ and the employee at HQ stated that he will not scan the files to the facility. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the employee files were not on-site. Staff advised that the employee files are maintained at HQ in Desoto County. Licensing Specialist asked if they could scan and email the files to the files to the facility. Staff called HQ and the employee at HQ stated that he will not scan the files to the facility. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

43-03 · Personnel Records

43-3: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 18 employee files did not include a signed statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employed. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 16 employee files did not include a signed statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employed. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, s.402.3055(1)(b), F.S. and Section 7.4, A Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: A. A complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to Section 402.3055(1)(b), F.S

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

44-01 · Background Screening Documents

44-1: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 18 employees did not have the 5131 form on site. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 16 employees did not have the 5131 form on site. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review. Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C-22.001(7)(b), F.A.C

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

44-02 · Background Screening Documents

44-2: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 18 employees did not have their Background Screening on file at the facility. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 16 employees did not have their Background Screening on file at the facility. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review. 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.

44-04 · Background Screening Documents

44-4: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 18 employees did not have documentation that the 5 year employment history was verified. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 16 employees did not have documentation that the 5 year employment history was verified. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. The employer/owner/operator must make at least three attempts to obtain employment history information. Failed attempts to obtain employment history must be documented in the personnel file and include date, time, and the reason the information was not obtained

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

44-06 · Background Screening Documents

44-6: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 18 employees did not have the Good Moral Character form on site. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 16 employees did not have the Good Moral Character form on site. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review. CF Form 1649A, Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(a), F.A.C., must be completed for all child care personnel at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CF Form 1649A may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

05-04 · Transportation

5-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the transportation logs did not include the times the children got on the vehicle, the time that the children got off the vehicle, the secondary signature and the date by the signatures. There were a few transportation log entries that did not have both the check marks that that the children got on/off the vehicle. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 A. A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. The log must be retained on file at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. The log must include: 1. Each childs name, 2. The date and time of departure, 3. Time of arrival at the destination, 4. The signature of the driver (or in the case of travelling on foot, the signature of the child care personnel), and 5. The signature of a second child care personnel or person(s) authorized by the provider to verify the transportation log and that all children have arrived safely and left the vehicle (if applicable). Transportation By Vehicle E. Prior to transporting children by vehicle, the transportation log must be recorded with each childs name, the date and time of departure and initialed by child care personnel verifying that all children were accounted for and that the log is complete. F. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, the driver of the vehicle must: 1. Mark each child off the log as the child departs the vehicle; 2. Conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle interior to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 16 3. Record, sign, and date the transportation log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the visual sweep was conducted. 4. Ensure that a second child care personnel conducts a second visual sweep, signs and dates the transportation log verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the log is complete. 5. If the provider contracts with an outside entity to provide transportation, then the provider must assign a child care personnel to perform the duties of the driver outlined above in numbers 1-3. G. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, a second and different child care personnel must: 1. Conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and 2. Sign, date and record the transportation log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the log is complete

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

06-02 · Driver's License, Physician Certification

The director advised that there are 4 drivers. 6-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 4 drivers did not have a file on site. Licensing Specialist observed that there was not drivers license on file, no drivers annual physical on file, and no current CPR/First Aid training certificate on site. Staff stated that the files are kept at the HQ location. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, E For the driver only: Florida drivers license and driver physical examination documentation. A copy of the drivers license and the physician certification, or another form containing the same elements of the physician certification, granting medical approval to operate the vehicle, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training, pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures, and background screening must also be maintained in the drivers personnel file

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

07-03 · Vehicle Requirements

During the inspection, the director advised that currently there are 4 transportation vehicles The first vehicle is a 2014 Blue Bird (300340) that was last inspected on 5/7/2024 and is insured through Philadelphia Insurance with an effective date of 4/1/2025 (this vehicle was not on-site). The second vehicle is a 2008 ICRP Bus (380785) that was last inspected on 5/17/2024 and is insured through Philadelphia Insurance with an effective date of 4/1/2025 (this vehicle was not on-site). The third vehicle is a 2025 GMC Van (101155) that is insured through Philadelphia Insurance with an effective date of 4/1/2025. The fourth vehicle is a 2019 Ford Van (A47317) that is insured through Philadelphia Insurance with an effective date of 4/1/2025. 7-3: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 2 vans (vin #300340 and in #380785) did not have an annual vehicle inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, A A. All vehicles regularly used to transport children must be inspected annually by a mechanic to ensure that they are in proper working order. Documentation by the mechanic must be maintained in the vehicle

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

07-05 · Vehicle Requirements

7-5: During the inspection, the staff stated that the 2 vans (vin #300340 and in #380785) do not have a vehicle alarm installed. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 F. F. 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 . 3. Alarms must be installed and maintained according to the manufacturers recommendations. 4. Alarm systems installed according to the manufacturers instructions prior to October 1, 2021, will be deemed to satisfy this requirement if they meet the criteria set forth in 2.5.4.F.1. above. Under this allowance, the existing alarm system must always be properly maintained in working order. Should at any time the alarm system require replacement, the new system must be selected from the Departments approved list referenced in 2.5.4 F.2. above

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

12-18 · Facility Environment

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were a number of outlet covers that were missing in each of the rooms that the children were using. Staff advised that the outlets were not tamper resistant. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I. All accessible electrical outlets must be tamper-resistant electrical outlets that contain internal shutter mechanisms to prevent children from sticking objects into receptacles. In settings that do not have tamper-resistant electrical outlets, outlets shall have safety covers

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

13-03 · Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons

13-3: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were gardening chemicals (Tower Garden Mineral Blend A and Tower Garden Mineral Blend B) assessable to the children on the outdoor play area. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

13-04 · Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons

13-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were tools accessible to the children in care, in that there was a shed on the outdoor area that was open (the doors were broken) with shovels, rakes, garden hoe, and a rotary cultivator) inside the shed. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

17-02 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing

17-2 During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were hazards on the outdoor play area, in that were broken pieces of wood with a number of nails and screws sticking out. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, 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.

38-05 · Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation

38-5: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that all the accident/incident reports did not have the parents signature on the form. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, 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 child care personnel and the custodial parent or legal guardian. Program child care personnel signatures may include the director/child care personnel that witnessed the incident, who were involved in the incident, and/or responded to the childs needs

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

23-01 · Fire Drills

The fire extinguisher certification(s) are valid until 5/2025. 23-1: During the inspection, Staff advised that they did not know where their annual fire inspection was located. Staff stated that the fire marshal came in September of 2024. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must be documented and maintained on file at the program

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

23-04 · Fire Drills

23-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 2 vans (vin #300340 and in #380785) did not have a fire extinguisher. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, C The distance to the nearest extinguisher shall not be more than 75 feet from rooms occupied by children. A fire extinguisher must be present in vehicles used to transport children and areas where food is prepared

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

23-07 · Fire Drills

23-7: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the provider did not have documentation that a fire drill was conducted in December 2024, January 2025, February 2025, and March 2025. Staff advised that they computer system that tracks their fire drills was not operating properly. The last fire drill documented was conducted on 11/26/2024. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C. C. A current attendance record and parent contact information must accompany child care personnel out of the building during a drill or actual evacuation and be used to account for all children. The operator must maintain a written record of the fire drills showing the date, number of children and child care personnel in attendance, evacuation route used, and time taken for all individuals to evacuate the premises. Each fire drill record must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the fire drill. The fire drills conducted must include, at a minimum: 1. One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route, 2. One fire drill during napping/sleeping times, and 3. One fire drill in the presence and at the request of the licensing authority. This drill will be coordinated with the operator or designee

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

26-01 · Meal and Snack Menus

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the facility did not have a menu. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H. Meal and snack menus must be planned, written, dated, and posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, accessible to the parents/guardians. Any menu substitutions must be noted on the menu. A generalized menu of possible snack choices for programs that receive food donations is acceptable. All meals and snacks prepared outside of the facilitys kitchen or designated food preparation area, such as catered food, must be listed along with the source. Daily meal and snack menus must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months for licensing purposes. Operators who participate in the USDA Food Program must keep menus in accordance with the Department of Health and USDA requirements

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

33-03 · Training Requirements

During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 18 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 18 of the 18 employee records. REMINDER: In-service training for 2024/2025 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2025. 33-3: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 15 employees that did not have documentation that the 10 hours of annual in- service was completed between July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Upon successful completion of the 40-hour introductory training requirements, child care personnel must complete a minimum of 10 clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training annually during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. A. The annual 10 clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training concentration on children ages birth through 12 must be completed in one or more of the following areas (college level courses will be accepted): 1. Health and safety, including universal precautions, prevention of infectious diseases, sudden infant death syndrome, emergencies due to food and allergic reactions, shaken baby syndrome, use of safe sleep practices, administration of medicine, emergency preparedness, and handling of hazardous materials; 2. Pediatric CPR; 3. First Aid (may be taken to meet the in-service requirement only once every two years); 4. Nutrition; 5. Child development - typical and atypical; 6. Child transportation and safety; 7. Behavior management; 8. Working with families; 9. Design and use of child-oriented space; 10. Community, health and social service resources; 11. Child abuse; 12. Child care for multilingual children; 13. Working with children with disabilities in child care; 14. Safety in outdoor play; 15. Literacy; 16. Guidance and discipline; 17. Computer technology; 18. Leadership development/program management and child care personnel supervision; 19. Age-appropriate lesson planning; 20. Homework assistance for school-age care; 21. Food safety training; 22. Developing special interest centers/spaces and environments; 23. Other course areas relating to child care or child care management; 24. Any of the online courses offered through the Departments child care website

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

33-05 · Training Requirements

33-5: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 16 staff members did not have documentation that the fire extinguisher training was completed. Licensing Specialist observed that 10 staff members did not have the safe sleep training completed. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.5 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. Section 4.2.3 All child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early childhood within 30 days of hire at the facility. For child care personnel to satisfy this requirement the training must be accomplished through one of following methods: Department's Health Safety and Nutrition course, Safe Sleep course, or the Early Learning Floridas Safe Sleep Practices. Documentation of training must be maintained on the Department's training transcript in the child care personnel record

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

33-06 · Training Requirements

33-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 2 drivers did not complete the transportation training. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.6 All child care personnel participating in the transportation of children must have training regarding guidance on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. For child care personnel to satisfy this requirement the training must be accomplished through the Departments Transportation Safety course or the Early Learning Floridas Precautions in Transporting Children course. Child care personnel working at a facility currently providing transportation must complete training by April 1, 2020. Documentation of training must be maintained on the training transcript in the child care personnel file

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

33-07 · Training Requirements

33-7: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 12 employees that did not complete the School Readiness Pre-Service training before they were left alone with children or within the 90 days of their hire date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, DEL SR Handbook, Section 3.1 and 3.2 Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another School Readiness provider within this initial 90 days. Personnel who have not completed all preservice training requirements are not allowed any unsupervised contact with or care of children in a School Readiness program

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

35-02 · CPR Requirements

35-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were no staff files on site. Staff advised that they do not have a copy of the CPR certificates at the facility, they are at HQ. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 4.2.4, A One child care personnel with current and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and one child care personnel with current and valid certificate of course completion for pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures must be present at all times that children are in care. The same child care personnel may satisfy both requirements. Documentation of first aid training must be kept on file and available for licensing to review

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

36-04 · First Aid Requirements

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 2 vans (vin #300340 and in #380785) did not have a first aid kit. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, B. A first aid kit must be accessible and available to child care personnel when children are participating on field trips, during transporting, and other activities away from the facility. C. 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.

36-07 · First Aid Requirements

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were no staff files on site. Staff advised that they do not have a copy of the First Aid certificates at the facility, they are at HQ. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, A One child care personnel with current and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and one child care personnel with current and valid certificate of course completion for pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures must be present at all times that children are in care. The same child care personnel may satisfy both requirements. Documentation of first aid training must be kept on file and available for licensing to review

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

75-70 · Violation

Influenza Virus, Guide to Parents, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(n), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

42-10 · Enrollment Information

During the inspection, the provider was unable to provide documentation that the Distracted Driver brochure was provided to the custodial parents in September 2024 for all the children. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5 Annually, in the months of April and September, the child care facility must provide parents/guardians of the children enrolled in the facility with information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child at the facility and instead leave them in the adults vehicle upon arrival at the adults destination.CF/PI 175- 12, brochure, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(x), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.

43-01 · Personnel Records

During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 18 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 18 of the 18 employee records. 43-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the employee files were not on-site. Staff advised that the employee files are maintained at HQ in Desoto County. Licensing Specialist asked if they could scan and email the files to the files to the facility. Staff called HQ and the employee at HQ stated that he will not scan the files to the facility. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

43-03 · Personnel Records

43-3: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 18 employee files did not include a signed statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employed. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, s.402.3055(1)(b), F.S. and Section 7.4, A Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: A. A complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to Section 402.3055(1)(b), F.S

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

44-01 · Background Screening Documents

Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: The Background Screening Clearinghouse will generate e-mails and send you, the provider, a reminder at 60, 30, and 21 days prior to the retention date expiration. Please note, you will only receive that notification for the staff that are on your facility/home roster. Please keep your roster current in the Clearinghouse to avoid confusion on expiration dates, or unwanted notifications. 44-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 18 employees did not have the 5131 form on site. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review. Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C-22.001(7)(b), F.A.C

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

44-02 · Background Screening Documents

44-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 18 employees did not have their Background Screening on file at the facility. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review. 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.

44-04 · Background Screening Documents

44-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 18 employees did not have documentation that the 5 year employment history was verified. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. The employer/owner/operator must make at least three attempts to obtain employment history information. Failed attempts to obtain employment history must be documented in the personnel file and include date, time, and the reason the information was not obtained

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

44-06 · Background Screening Documents

44-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 18 employees did not have the Good Moral Character form on site. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review. CF Form 1649A, Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(a), F.A.C., must be completed for all child care personnel at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CF Form 1649A may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

47-02 · Group Size (Form DEL-SR-6200A)

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that one of the groups had 2 staff with 37 schoolage. Licensing Specialist observed that no staff at the facility had an active staff credential. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Sections 2.2.1 and 2.2.4 Group Size, Page 4 For school-age children, group size may not exceed fifty (50) children in a single classroom. For classrooms operating with 26 to 50 children, there must be one designated lead teacher, and one of the two child care personnel must possess, at a minimum, an active credential pursuant to s. 402.305(3), F.S. For classrooms operating with 25 or fewer children, the child care personnel is not required to have an active credential

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

22-01 · Fire Drills

At the time of inspection licensing was not given fire inspection. The facility manger stated the fire inspections are not stored in the building. TA: Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 27 To ensure the safety of children in care, facilities are required to receive yearly fire inspections by a certified fire inspector, and they must perform monthly drills/exercises to practice fire, inclement weather and lockdown procedures. Frequent practice of emergency procedures will facilitate a calm and competent reaction in response to an actual emergency, should it occur

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

76-10 · Violation

0 6 6 101+ 7 7 A Director, on site when children are present, with pediatric C

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

40-01 · Personnel Records (Form OEL-SR-6202

At the time of reinspection licensing specialist was not given any personnel records to review. Be sure to complete by due date. TA:Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 61 A complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to Section 402.3055 (1)(b), F.S. B. Documentation of position and date of employment. 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 hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel. D. Copies of training information and credentials as applicable. E. For the driver only: Florida drivers license and driver physical examination documentation. A copy of the drivers license and the physician certification, or another form containing the same elements of the physician certification, granting medical approval to operate the vehicle, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training, pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures, and background screening must also be maintained in the drivers personnel file. F. Prior to beginning volunteering in a child care facility, a CF-FSP 5217, Volunteer Acknowledgment which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(e), F.A.C., and may be obtained from the Departments website www.myflfamilies.com/childcare, must be completed and on file at the child care facility for the volunteer. Written documentation of volunteer hours must be maintained at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

40-02 · Personnel Records (Form OEL-SR-6202

At the time of reinspection licensing specialist was not given any staff files to review. Director stated the documents are not stored at the facility. TA:Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 62 Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C-22.001(7)(b), F.A.C. B. CF Form 1649A, Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(a), F.A.C., must be completed for all child care personnel at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CF Form 1649A may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

40-04 · Personnel Records (Form OEL-SR-6202

At the time of reinspection licensing specialist was not given any personnel child abuse and neglect form indicating the staff receive adequate training. Be sure to complete by due date. TA: Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 40 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

41-01 · Background Screening Documents (Form OEL-SR-6202

At the time of reinspection licensing specialist observed zero personnel files. The facility did not have any personnel background screening on site. TA:Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 52 H. The employer/owner/operator must maintain on-site at the program copies/documentation of completion of all applicable elements in the screening process for an individual in the personnel file for review by the licensing authority

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

22-01 · Fire Drills

At the time of inspection licensing was not given fire inspection. The facility manger stated the fire inspections are not stored in the building. TA: Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 27 To ensure the safety of children in care, facilities are required to receive yearly fire inspections by a certified fire inspector, and they must perform monthly drills/exercises to practice fire, inclement weather and lockdown procedures. Frequent practice of emergency procedures will facilitate a calm and competent reaction in response to an actual emergency, should it occur

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

22-06 · Fire Drills

At the time of inspection licensing specialist was not given fire drill log. Facility manger stated the documents are not located in the facility. Be sure to complete by due date. TA:Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 28 A. 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. When the facilitys approved fire alarm alert system is activated or initiated, all adults and children must evacuate the facility. C. A current attendance record and parent contact information must accompany child care personnel out of the building during a drill or actual evacuation and be used to account for all children. The operator must maintain a written record of the fire drills showing the date, number of children and child care personnel in attendance, evacuation route used, and time taken for all individuals to evacuate the premises. Each fire drill record must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the fire drill. The fire drills conducted must include, at a minimum: 1. One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route, 2. One fire drill during napping/sleeping times, and 3. One fire drill in the presence and at the request of the licensing authority. This drill will be coordinated with the operator or designee

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

22-08 · Fire Drills

At the time of inspection licensing specialist did not observed any fire drills conducted for the year. Facility did not have the documentation. TA:Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 28 A current attendance record and parent contact information must accompany child care personnel out of the building during a drill or actual evacuation and be used to account for all children. The operator must maintain a written record of the fire drills showing the date, number of children and child care personnel in attendance, evacuation route used, and time taken for all individuals to evacuate the premises. Each fire drill record must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the fire drill. The fire drills conducted must include, at a minimum: 1. One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route, 2. One fire drill during napping/sleeping times, and 3. One fire drill in the presence and at the request of the licensing authority. This drill will be coordinated with the operator or designee

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

23-21 · Food Preparation Area (Form OEL-SR-6202

At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed open containers of food not labeled stored in cabinets. The manager of the facility removed the items at the time of inspection. TA: Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 30 Opened packages of perishable or leftover food items must be properly covered or sealed in containers or bags, labeled with the date, and properly stored and discarded within seven calendar days

Corrected Corrected by Apr 19, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

76-10 · Violation

0 6 6 101+ 7 7 A Director, on site when children are present, with pediatric C

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

40-01 · Personnel Records (Form OEL-SR-6202

At the time of inspection licensing specialist was not given any personnel records to review. Be sure to complete by due date. TA:Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 61 A complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to Section 402.3055 (1)(b), F.S. B. Documentation of position and date of employment. 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 hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel. D. Copies of training information and credentials as applicable. E. For the driver only: Florida drivers license and driver physical examination documentation. A copy of the drivers license and the physician certification, or another form containing the same elements of the physician certification, granting medical approval to operate the vehicle, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training, pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures, and background screening must also be maintained in the drivers personnel file. F. Prior to beginning volunteering in a child care facility, a CF-FSP 5217, Volunteer Acknowledgment which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(e), F.A.C., and may be obtained from the Departments website www.myflfamilies.com/childcare, must be completed and on file at the child care facility for the volunteer. Written documentation of volunteer hours must be maintained at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

40-02 · Personnel Records (Form OEL-SR-6202

At the time of inspection licensing specialist was not given any staff files to review. Facility manager stated the documents are not stored in the facility. TA:Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 62 Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C-22.001(7)(b), F.A.C. B. CF Form 1649A, Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(a), F.A.C., must be completed for all child care personnel at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CF Form 1649A may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

40-04 · Personnel Records (Form OEL-SR-6202

At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed only some (2) staff member child abuse and neglect document dated 2021 all the other staff did not have a record on site. Be sure to complete by due date. TA:Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 40 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.