07-06 · Vehicle Requirements

During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed to alarm on the 2008 Chevy Express bus with Vin# 131306 did not have a working alarm to sound outside the bus after the bus was locked. Per the DCF Handbook 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.

12-02 · Facility Environment

During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed big, ripped holes in the gray seats on both buses used for Transportation for the children. The Licensing Specialist observed the back air conditioning vents located over the back doors on both buses full of dust. Per the DCF Handbook All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

13-02 · Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons

During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed several paint cans and painting supplies in a preschool classroom in the back of the building. This room was not in use for the children, but the children had access as the room is connected to the Three's Classroom. This was corrected at the time of the inspection as the Director was able to move the paint cans and painting supplies to a storage area with no access to children. Per the DCF Handbook 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 Sep 5, 2024

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

24-11 · Food Preparation Area

During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed food in the trash cans without lids in the VPK classroom and both Three's classrooms. All three classrooms had white trash cans with no lids. Per the DCF Handbook 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

30-10 · Diapering

During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed diaper changing in the Three's classroom as the classroom did not have a container/trash can with a covered lid to dispose of the diaper. Per the DCF Handbook Soiled or wet disposable diapers must be disposed of in a plastic lined, securely covered container that is not accessible to the children. The container must be emptied, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected, at least, daily

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

07-06 · Vehicle Requirements

CCRC observed that the 2011 Chevy vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. TA was provided: Director started the vehicle two times, the alarm did not sound both times. 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.

23-04 · Fire Drills

CCRC observed the fire extinguishers on both vehicles were not serviced annual. Both extinguishers had tags showing the date of service as December, 2021. 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. B. Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times. 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. D. Automatic range-top fire suppression systems are required in the kitchen for facilities that deep fry food. Suppression hood systems must be maintained and inspected by a certified inspector. A copy of the current and approved annual inspection notating compliance with the Florida Fire Prevention Code as adopted in Chapter 69A-60, F.A.C, must be on file with the licensing authority

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.

32-07 · Outdoor Equipment

Child Care Regulation observed that the ground covering was below the minimum requirement of six inches under the wide green slide. The mulch was measuring 2 inches, Director will bring this standard into compliance on given due date. The Ground cover in the other playgrounds was measuring 4-5 inches. Provider had enough mulch in both playgrounds, Mulch was measuring less than required due to areas with heavy traffic. TA was provided, provider need to rake the mulch back to maintain a ground cover of 6 inches under fall zones. TA was provided: CCRC discussed the ground cover and protective surfaces requirements with the Director. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment A. A child care facility must provide and maintain enough usable equipment suitable to each childs age and development and of a quantity for each to be involved in activities. B. All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentation of maintenance inspections must be maintained for 12 months. C. All equipment, fences, and objects on the facilitys premises shall be free from sharp, broken and jagged edges, and properly placed to prevent overcrowding or safety hazards in any one area. D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area. 2. If the ground cover in place is a unitary playground surface, then the unitary surfacing materials must be installed, maintained, or replaced according to manufacturers instructions. Unitary surfaces must be tested to and comply with ASTM F1292; documentation of test data must be retained at the facility and available for licensing to review. 3. If the play area was approved by the Department prior to January 1, 2020 and does not meet the 6-foot fall/use zone requirement, then the facility must submit a written notification, including photographs and layout of the play area, to the Department prior to or on April 1, 2020, notifying its intention to continue to operate using the prior approved play area. However, if the permanent or stationary playground equipment is moved or replaced then the standard would apply, and 6 feet of use zone must be provided. Any new equipment added would be required to have the 6 feet of use zone in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment

34-03 · Credentialed Staff

Director informed CCRC that her director credential has expired, Director did submit an application but it was denied. TA was provided: Assistant director had an active director credential and all required documents for director change. Director informed CCRC that she will make the assistant director as the center director until her director credential application get approved. CCRC collected all required documentations for the Director Change, CCRC verified all and changed the director in CARES. 4.7 Director Credential Section 402.305(2)(g), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. Every applicant for a license to operate a child care facility or a license for a change of ownership of a child care facility must document that the facility director has an active Director Credential prior to issuance of the license. An applicant for the Director Credential must meet the requirements referenced in CF-FSP Form 5290, Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential and Renewal Application, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(k), F.A.C. CF- FSP Form 5290 may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. All applications and documentation will be verified, and, if complete, the credential will be issued by the Department or its designated representative on CF-FSP Form 5252, Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(g), F.A.C. A. Each child care facility must have a credentialed director who is on-site a majority of hours, excluding weekends and evening hours that the facility is in operation. Documentation of majority of hours must be maintained and available for review by the licensing authority. B. CF-FSP Form 5252, Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential, must be maintained at the facility for review by the licensing authority. A Director Credential, as documented on CF-FSP Form 5252, Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential, is active for five years from the date of issuance. C. An individual may not be the director of child care facilities that overlap in the hours of operation. D. An individual with an inactive Director Credential is ineligible to be the director of a child care facility. E. Every applicant for a license to operate a child care facility or a license for a change of ownership of a child care facility must document that the facility director has an active Director Credential prior to issuance of the license. F. Child care facility owners must notify the licensing authority within five working days of when the facility loses a credentialed director or when there is a change of director. 1. The licensing authority will then issue a provisional license for a period not to exceed six months for any facility without a credentialed director. 2. The provisional license will have an effective date of the first day the facility was without a credentialed director