23-02 · Fire Drills

During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored the Fire Drill Log and observed documentation of the last fire drill having been conducted on 3/31/2025. The last approved fire inspection for this facility was dated 3/27/2024. The fire extinguisher certifications are valid until 6/2025. At the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed the last approved fire inspection by the Fire Marshall was dated 3/272024 which is over a year ago. The Licensing Specialist advised the license will be issued as provisional until the new approved report with no violations is received. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook 3.8.2 Fire Safety 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: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

33-06 · Training Requirements

At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed one staff record did not have documentation of completing Literacy training within 12 months of the date of employment in the child care industry. Provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 4.2.2 Early Literacy Training Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of course completion, classroom transcript, or diploma. Child care personnel must complete one of the following: A. One of the Departments online literacy courses available on the Departments website. B. One of the Departments approved literacy courses. A list of these courses can be obtained from the Departments website. (No additional courses will be approved by the Department.) C. One college level early literacy course (for credit or non-credit) if taken within the last five years

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

45-05 · Background Screening Documents

At the time of the inspection the counselor observed two staff records did not have documentation of five years of employment history in the file. Provided technical assistance from the handbook 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.

30-07 · Diapering

At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed a grey shaggy pillow toy on the diapering pad. Photos taken. The Director removed the pillow toy and placed it the laundry area immediately resolving the issue. Provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 3.10.2 G. Items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table

Corrected Corrected by Dec 19, 2023

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

41-01 · Immunization Records

At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed Two child's file did not have a current Florida Certification of Immunization within 30 days of Enrollment. Provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 7.1, Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Specific immunization requirements are included and detailed in the most current edition of the Immunization Guidelines-Florida Schools, Child Care Facilities and Family Day Care Homes as promulgated by the Florida Department of Health. A. Immunizations received out-of-state are acceptable; however, immunizations must be documented on the Florida Certification of Immunization form and must be signed by a physician practicing in the State of Florida. B. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. The parent/guardian of a child who has not received the age-appropriate immunizations prior to enrollment and who does not have documented medical or religious exemptions from routine childhood immunizations must provide documentation of a scheduled appointment or arrangement to receive immunizations. Providers must include a general statement in parent handbook/policies to inform parents/guardians, at time of enrollment, that some children in care may not have current immunizations

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

42-01 · Student Health and Records

At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed two child's file did not have a current Student Health Examination within 30 days of Enrollment, Provided technical assistance from the handbook. Section 7.2, 7.2 Student Health Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination. A. The Student Health Examination shall be completed by a person given statutory authority to perform health examinations. B. The Student Health Examination or the signed statement is valid for two years from the date the physical was performed. An up-to-date version must be on file for as long as the child is enrolled at the facility. C. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

13-03 · Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons

At the time of the inspection the counselor observed a spray can of Lysol in the unlocked bottom cabinet in the bathroom of the classroom with Age 1 and Age 2 children. The Director saw the same can when the counselor opened the cabinet and immediately removed the can bring the center back into compliance. The Director also spoke with all the staff advising this can must be in a locked cabinet. Provided technical assistance from the handbook 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

Corrected Corrected by Jul 25, 2023

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

29-16 · Health and Sanitation

At the time of the inspection the counselor observed that the situation or times for handwashing were not posted by the handwashing sinks. The Director printed and had staff post the signs during the inspection bringing the center into compliance. Provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 3.10.1 D. D. Situations or times that children, childcare personnel, and/or volunteers must perform hand hygiene must be posted in all food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas

Corrected Corrected by Jul 25, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

32-09 · Outdoor Equipment

At the time of the inspection the counselor observed a rectangular plastic bin with dirt and standing water on the playground. The cover for the sandbox was also pooling water. The Director removed the plastic bin from the playground and emptied the water from cover immediately bringing the center back into compliance. Provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 3.12. F F. All equipment used in the outdoor play area must be constructed and maintained according to manufacturers recommendations and allow for water drainage. Any open containers with water must be emptied immediately after use, i.e. pots, toys, or other equipment that collects water

Corrected Corrected by Jul 25, 2023

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