05-04 · Technical assistance was provided regarding documenting afternoon departure/arrival times in transportation log. Provider stated they would re-train drivers regarding Transportation log documentation. Per CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 Transportation Log (page 15) 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) (page 15)

Licensing Specialist observed that facility's transportation log did not include afternoon departure/arrival times were not recorded on log. Pictures taken. Corrected at the time of the inspection

Corrected Corrected by Mar 10, 2025

Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.

07-06 · Technical assistance was provided regarding vehicle alarm. Provider stated van #2 will not be used until alarm is in working condition. Per CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4F. By January 1, 2022, all vehicles used by childcare 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 (page 17)

Facility has 6 vehicles. All 6 vehicles were present at the time of inspection. Licensing Specialist checked the seat belts and vehicle alarms in all 6 vehicles. Vehicle alarm for Van #2 was not in working condition. Corrected at the time of inspection

Corrected Corrected by Mar 10, 2025

Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.

30-06 · Technical assistance was provided regarding torn diaper changing pad. On 03/11/25, Provider emailed licensing Specialist order receipt of new diaper changing pad purchased. Email deleted. Per CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E. 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 (page 37)

Licensing Specialist observed the diaper changing pad in the 1-year-old with several tears. Picture was taken. Corrected prior to uploading

Corrected Corrected by Mar 10, 2025

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

07-03 · Vehicle Requirements

FSC observed vehicle(s) used to transport children did not have an annual inspection by a mechanic to ensure it was in proper working order. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Corrected prior to uploading. Vehicles were inspected 9/19/23 - 9/20/23. Provider emailed new inspections dated 11/22/24. See supplemental

Corrected Corrected by Nov 19, 2024

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

25-04 · Meals and Snacks

FSC observed food served at the facility was not free from spoilage and contamination and was not safe for eating as evidenced by [ expired milk. ] . CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, D. Corrective at time of inspection. Pictures were taken. Provider threw out expired milk

Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2024

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

45-04 · Background Screening Documents

Staff listed on the supplemental statement did not receive a 5yr employment history check, prior to hire. Corrective action is needed

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

41-02 · Immunization Records

Upon reviewing the children's records, there were several children's records that were found to be expired

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

42-02 · Student Health and Records

Upon reviewing the children's records, there were several children's records that were found to be expired

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

43-06 · Enrollment Information

Owner, posted a message in BrightWheel to notify parents of the influenza virus brochure at the time of inspection

Corrected Corrected by Dec 7, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

43-10 · Enrollment Information

Distracted adult notification posted by Owner BrightWheel at the time of inspection

Corrected Corrected by Dec 7, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

12-01 · Facility Environment

There were two ceiling vents that were found to be in need of cleaning, specifically in the 2yr old bathroom and in the VPK classroom. Additionally, the fridge in the 2yr old room was in need of cleaning, as a liquid had spilled. Corrective action is needed

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

28-02 · Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food

There were five sippy cups in the 2yr old classroom and ten sippy cups in the 3yr old classrooms that were not labeled

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: nutrition. Open / not marked corrected.

30-03 · Diapering

RSPM Jalaber observed the handwashing sink in the 1yr old classroom to be utilized for something other than handwashing. Technical Assistance given to staff. Owner advised staff have bucket to put those items in and are aware that the sink is only to be utilized for handwashing

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

33-01 · Training Requirements

Staff listed on the supplemental statement did not complete 40hr ICC training timely. New SR Health and safety courses will be available January 1, 2024. All SR personnel who completed DCF training or Early Learning Florida (ELFL) health and safety modules must take these two new courses by June 30, 2024. Safety in the School Readiness Program (5 hours) Health and Nutrition in the School Readiness Program (4 hours) Copy of new SR Pre-service Flyer (Sept 2023) flyer given to the provider and emailed to provider with a copy of the inspection. Training will be provided in a joint training by the ELC of the Big Bend and DCF

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

33-06 · Training Requirements

Staff listed on the supplemental statement did not complete Early literacy training timely

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

34-01 · Credentialed Staff

Based on the number of preschool children that were present at the time of inspection, the program is required to have at least 2 credentialed staff employed

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

41-01 · Immunization Records

Upon reviewing the children's records, there was one several child's record that was found to be missing. There are 115 children enrolled. All children's files reviewed at the time of inspection

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

47-05 · Access/Child Safety

On 8/8/23 a site visit was made to the facility. Regional Safety Program Manager (RSPM), M. Jalaber identified herself and stated the nature of the visit. The front desk receptionist advised that the Owner was in a meeting and that she would notify her that Department staff was onsite. After 15minutes Licensing staff checked back in and asked what the status is. Department staff shared with the Receptionist that she familiar with the program, and that an inspection needed to be conducted. Another staff member came in for another reason and she shared with her that DCF and need to do an inspection, the employee advised she would let the Owner know. After waiting 40minutes to gain access to the facility, Licensing staff decided to leave the facility as its not good use of the State of Florida's time to wait for an extensive amount of time. The Owner was emailed shortly after Department staff left the facility and was advised that another visit at a later date will be attempted

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

18-06 · Bedding and Linens

Licensing counselor observed floor mats available for children to use while napping torn and not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D Floor mats must be at least one-inch thick and covered with an impermeable surface

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

23-06 · Fire Drills

Facility fire drill log show the last fire drill completed 2/13/2023. Provider states drills have been completed since then. Fire drill completed at the time of inspection. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, 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

Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2023

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

33-01 · Training Requirements

Child care personnel did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

42-02 · Student Health and Records

Current physical/student health examination documentation observed missing from child file. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

18-06 · Bedding and Linens

Floor mats available for children to use while napping observed torn and not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D Floor mats must be at least one-inch thick and covered with an impermeable surface

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

23-06 · Fire Drills

During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care during the month of March 2023. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

41-02 · Immunization Records

Current immunization documentation observed missing from child file. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

42-02 · Student Health and Records

Current physical/student health examination documentation observed missing from child file. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

45-02 · Background Screening Documents

Personnel file is missing a copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening and the clearinghouse shows "N/A" on the personnel's eligibility determination. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C 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.

45-02 · Background Screening Documents

Personnel who drives for the child care program does not have eligible screening status however is still being used as a driver. The personnel status in the clearinghouse is screening in process. Personnel must have eligible results to work in any role during facility operating hours. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C . 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.

05-04 · Transportation

Licensing counselor monitored the facility's transportation log since the last routine inspection and observed all the logs do not include date the driver signed log, date second person signed log, departure time, and arrival time. 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 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: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.

33-01 · Training Requirements

Training records show personnel has not completed 40 hour introductory training. Personnel is scheduled to take examination on 1/10/2023. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

33-03 · Training Requirements

Training record shows personnel has not begun introductory training. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. This may be accomplished by classroom attendance in a Department approved training course, acquiring an educational exemption from a Department-approved training course, beginning a Department approved online child care training course, or by receiving results from a Department-approved competency examination. The child care program is responsible for obtaining training documentation from child care personnel

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

33-06 · Training Requirements

Training record shows personnel has not completed early literacy training. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 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.

45-02 · Background Screening Documents

Facility driver status in the clearinghouse is screening in process. Facility has been notified the personnel cannot continue being used in the child care program with this background screening status. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C . 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.