Carol's Smart Start Inc

08-20 · Staff Training FDCH/LFCCH Handbook

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the substitute did not complete their School Readiness training within the 90 days. The provider was given until May 8, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Counselor provided technical assistance, School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook Section 3.1 Preservice. 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

15-01 · Outdoor Time, Fencing, and Play Area Requirements FDCH/LFCCH Handbook

During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the playground the ground cover is accessible and shredding. The pavilion the paint is peeling. The plastic caterpillar toy tail was broken and has a sharp piece. The fabric hanging swing is ripped and has grease on it. the step 2 jungle gym the window is cracked and there is a black substance on it. There is a black and green substance on the fence. The bottom bar of the climbing dome was bent inwards. The plastic covering on the wooden jungle gym is cracked and peeling off. The bottom step on the wooden jungle gym is broken, at the top there the wood is deteriorating and there is a sharp piece. The plastic on the wooden gym has a black substance on it. The see saw the handle bar is rusted and have sharp pieces. The director was given until May 8, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook 7.6 Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements A. Outdoor Play areas shall be clean, in good repair and free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards

Corrected by Apr 8, 2026

30-09 · Medication FDCH/LFCCH Handbook

During the inspection, the licensing specialist observed there was Nystatin and Boudreauxs Butt Paste diaper ointment sitting on the diaper changing table. The children had access to the diaper ointment. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by removing the diaper ointments and placing it in an locked cabinet. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24, H Medication H. All medicine must have child resistant caps, if applicable, and shall either be stored in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach

Corrected by Apr 8, 2026

15-02 · Outdoor Time, Fencing, and Play Area Requirements FDCH/LFCCH Handbook

During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the playground there was a car track that at the top where the children stand and sit on the car there was a crack in the plastic. The director was given until July 16, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Counselor provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6 Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements A. Outdoor Play areas shall be clean, in good repair and free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards

32-02 · Immunization Records FDCH/LFCCH Handbook

32-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed there were 2 immunizations that were expired in the childs file. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form, Parts A-1, B, and/or C, DH 680 (July 2010), or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681 (July 2008), which are incorporated herein by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o) and (p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local health department. 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 should 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

15-02 · Outdoor Time, Fencing, and Play Area Requirements FDCH/LFCCH Handbook

15-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was outdoor equipment that was not in good repair, in that there were three bicycles that were missing a pedal and a pink plastic riding worm that was cracked and missing plastic pieces. During the inspection, the bicycles and the pink plastic toy were removed from the outdoor play area. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Outdoor Play areas shall be clean, in good repair and free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards

Corrected by May 24, 2024

20-08 · Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Telephone, Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation

The corded phone was operational. The smoke detector was operational. The fire extinguisher certification(s) are valid until 12/2024. 20-8: The provider advised that the fire inspection had not come out to complete the annual fire inspection. Licensing Specialist observed that the fire inspection was post due. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, 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

33-02 · Health Records FDCH/LFCCH Handbook

33-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed there were 2 physicals that were expired in the childs file. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed DH 3040, Student Health Examination form, incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, or a signed statement by an authorized professional that indicates the results of the components of the form are included in the health examination from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment

75-12 · Violation

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/childcare

15-02 · Outdoor Time, Fencing, and Play Area Requirements FDCH/LFCCH Handbook

An onsite reinspection was completed where Licensing Specialist observed the program's large fort style climber, which appears to have the end of the bolt cut off. Staff person showed Licensing Specialist where two other bolts were cut back as well. Licensing Specialist observed that the large fort style climber continues to have some corrosion in one of the wooden legs, some corrosion on the window board facing the back fence, and a board sticking out at the ground level with two exposed screws, presenting a pinch concern. "7.6, A. Outdoor Play areas shall be clean, in good repair and free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards." The provider will repair, replace, or remove the large fort climber no later than March 16, 2024. Licensing Specialist will return after this date to observe for compliance

15-02 · Outdoor Time, Fencing, and Play Area Requirements FDCH/LFCCH Handbook

Licensing Specialist observed that the large fort style climber has a bolt sticking out of the base of the fort section, some corrosion in one of the wooden legs, some corrosion on the window board facing the back fence, and a board sticking out at the ground level with two exposed screws, presenting a pinch concern. "7.6, A. Outdoor Play areas shall be clean, in good repair and free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards." The provider will repair, replace, or remove the large fort climber no later than February 4, 2024. Licensing Specialist will return after this date to observe for compliance