Lou & Friends Learning Co

23-01 · Fire Drills

During the onsite inspection, counselor observed that provider did not have documented proof of an annual fire safety inspection. T/A: Fire Safety 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. Corrected - a copy of the fire safety inspection was received by counselor before the inspection was uploaded

Corrected by May 19, 2025

24-11 · Food Preparation Area

During the on-site inspection, licensing counselor observed that garbage containing food waste was not disposed of in a leak proof, nonabsorbent container with a tight-fitting lid, in the pre-school classroom and the toddler classroom. T/A: A food preparation area is required for facilities that choose to prepare food in a manner consistent with the definition of preparation of food. Specific requirements for the food preparation area include: Leak-proof, non-absorbent 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 during the inspection as staff replaced containers with tight fitting lids containers

Corrected by May 7, 2024

24-21 · Food Preparation Area

During the on-site inspection, licensing counselor observed that there was left over food items in the refrigerator and the freezer that were not labeled, with the date. T/A: Food Storage 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 during the inspection as staff labeled with the date/and or disposed of items

Corrected by May 7, 2024

13-02 · Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons

During the on-site inspection, counselor observed cleaning supply (toilet bowl cleanser) not stored properly, but on the dividing wall in the bathroom. T/A All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be stored in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach at all times. Corrected. Cleaning supply was removed and put in a secure cabinet by Center Director during the inspection

Corrected by Sep 20, 2023

25-16 · Meals and Snacks

During the on-site inspection, counselor observed staff distributing opened crackers to a child in a manner that did not prevent skin contact with the snack, (by using bare hands). Food Handling T/A: Child care personnel, while distributing snacks and serving food, must use disposable gloves, utensils, or similar items to prevent skin contact with food. Corrected. During the inspection, staff put on gloves to distribute the snacks to prevent any skin contact with the snack

Corrected by Sep 20, 2023

30-06 · Diapering

During the on-site inspection, counselor observed that the changing mat had torn areas and was not impermeable. T/A: Diapering requirements: When children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. Corrected; During the inspection, the torn mat was removed, and the provider ordered a new mat on-line

Corrected by Sep 20, 2023

12-01 · Facility Environment

During the onsite inspection, counselor observed that areas in the facility were in need of cleaning (bottom of refrigerator in the 2year old classroom, AC vent in the preschool classroom) Facility Environment T/A: All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards. Corrected. During the inspection, staff cleaned the bottom of the refrigerator from spills, and the AC vent was cleaned from dust built-up

Corrected by May 16, 2023

30-03 · Diapering

During the onsite inspection, counselor observed that the handwashing sink in the 2yr old classroom was being used to store toddler cups needing to be washed and sanitized. T/A: Diapering Requirements Handwashing sinks must not be used for food service preparation, dishwashing, or food clean up. Corrected During the inspection, the teacher removed the used toddler cups from the handwashing sink

Corrected by May 16, 2023

21-14 · Restrooms and Bath Facilities

During the on-site inspection, counselor observed that a bathroom used for toileting, did not have all required supplies. T/A: Restrooms and Bath Facilities Running water, soap, trash receptacles, toilet paper, and disposable towels or hand-drying machines that are properly installed and maintained must be available and within reach of children using the bathroom. Corrected; Staff member added toilet paper and hand soap in the bathroom during the inspection

Corrected by Feb 7, 2023

27-03 · Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources

During the onsite inspection, counselor observed that the catered food delivered to the facility when temperature was tested was not at the correct holding temperature. Food Safety T/A: To prevent food from becoming potentially hazardous, hot foods must be maintained at a temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above, and cold foods must be maintained at temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit, or below. Corrected: Staff member heated the food to the correct temperature

Corrected by Feb 7, 2023

44-04 · Personnel Records

During the on-site file review, counselor observed that all staff did not have a current child abuse and neglect reporting form signed annually. Personnel Records T/A: CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 62 hire date and annually thereafter by all childcare personnel. Provider will have staff sign current child abuse and neglect form