07-06 · Vehicle Requirements

During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist let the timer go for 1 minute and 30 seconds and the alarm in 1 transportation vehicle (39176) still did not go off. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: 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."

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.

33-01 · Training Requirements

During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: Mandated Introductory Training 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

During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 3 children had expired Health records in their files. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: 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.

09-04 · Planned Activities

During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed inclement weather scheduled were not posted in the Toddler room, 3- year old room, and 1-year old room. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator posting inclement weather schedules in all classrooms. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: Each group or class must have a written and followed plan of scheduled activities posted in an easily seen location accessible to parents/guardians. The written plan must meet the needs of the children being served and must include alternate activities in case of bad weather. The written plan shall include a variety of activities that range from structured to unstructured activities that encourage a childs developmental growth."

Corrected Corrected by Mar 11, 2025

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

12-01 · Facility Environment

During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the inside of the sink cabinets in the Preschool room and Toddler rooms had dirt and water stains that need to be cleaned. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: A. 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.

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

During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed not all sippy cups brought from home were labeled with the child's first and last name. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: B. Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily."

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 stained ceiling tiles that look like they could be from water damage in the Preschool room and Toddler room in need of replacement. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed peeling paint on the walls in the Toddler room, 3-year old room, and the Schoolage room. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: A. 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.

15-05 · Licensed Capacity

During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed room capacities were not posted in any of the classrooms. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: A. The capacity, as calculated by the licensing authority, must be posted in a conspicuous location within each room."

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

18-04 · Bedding and Linens

During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed napping mats had rips and tears on the corners. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator discarding the ripped mats and replacing them with new mats free of rips and tears. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: Each child in care must be provided safe and sanitary bedding to be used when napping or sleeping. Nap bedding is not required for school-age children; however, the program must provide an area for children that choose to rest."

Corrected Corrected by Mar 11, 2025

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

19-02 · Nap/Sleep Space Requirements

During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the cribs in the infant room did not maintain 18-inches between each crib. The plexiglass ends of the cribs were pushed against each other, not allowing for the required 18-inch space between cribs. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator moving the cribs away from each other to maintain 18 inches. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: C. A minimum of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping and sleeping spaces. A maximum of two sides of a napping or sleeping space may be against a solid barrier, such as the wall. The solid side of a crib does not meet the requirements for a solid barrier."

Corrected Corrected by Mar 11, 2025

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

20-03 · Crib Requirements

During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 12 cribs in the infant room. 5 were manufactured 4-2024, 2 were manufactured 3-2012, 1 was manufactured 9-2012, and 4 were manufactured 1-2011, therefore 4 of the cribs did not meet this licensing standard. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: Children up to one year of age must be in a crib or playpen/play yard with sides for napping. Crib sides must be secured while there is an infant in the crib. Bar spacing must not exceed two and three-eighths inches. Cribs or playpen/play yards must meet the regulations as outlined in Title 16, Parts 1219, 1220 & 1221 Code of Federal Regulations, 2014, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(w), F.A.C."

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

22-01 · Operable Phone

During the time of the inspection, the Operator advised that they did not have an operational corded phone. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: There must be at least one operable corded telephone that is neither locked nor located at a pay station that is available to all child care personnel at all times during the hours of operation."

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

33-09 · Training Requirements

During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 personnel file did not include documented proof that they were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in the use of fire extinguishers . During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: All child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation that all child care personnel have completed training."

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

40-20 · Medication

During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 10 tubes of Aquaphor, 1 tube of A + D Ointment, 3 tubes of Boudreaux's Butt Paste, 1 tube of Caloseptine, 4 tubes of Desitin, 1 tube of Calprotect, 2 containers of baby powder, 1 tub of multipurpose ointment, 1 tub of baby balm, 1 tub of Triple Paste, 1 bottle of Diaper rash spray, however, the facility did not have written documentation from the custodial parents/legal guardians' permission to administer the aforementioned medication(s). During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: K. Use of diaper creams and insect repellant may only be utilized with written permission from parents/guardians. Manufacturer instructions must be followed."

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

43-02 · Enrollment Information

During the time of the inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 98 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 98 of the 98 childrens records. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 37 enrollment records were missing the child's enrollment date. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator filling out all of the enrollment dates. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: The facility operator shall obtain enrollment information from the childs custodial parent or legal guardian prior to accepting a child in care. This information shall be documented on CF-FSP Form 5219, Child Care Application for Enrollment, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7) (f), F.A.C., or an equivalent form that contains all the information required by the Department on CF-FSP Form 5219. CF-FSP Form 5219 may be obtained from the licensing authority or on the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare."

Corrected Corrected by Mar 11, 2025

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

44-03 · Personnel Records

During the time of inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there 23 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 23 of the 23 employee records During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 16 personnel files were missing the Employment Attestation in their file. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: A. A complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to Section 402.3055(1)(b), F.S."

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

45-01 · Background Screening Documents

During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 personnel file was missing the CF-FSP 5131 form. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: A. Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C-22.001(7)(b), F.A.C."

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

45-04 · Background Screening Documents

During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 13 personnel files were missing page 2 of the CF-FSP 5131 form in their file. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: 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.

45-06 · Background Screening Documents

During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 personnel file missing the Attestation of Good moral Character. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: B. CF Form 1649A, Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(a), F.A.C., must be completed for all child care personnel at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CF Form 1649A may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare."

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

43-02 · Technical assistance was provided to the Director to ensure that all children enrolled have a fully completed enrollment form

The licensing counselor reviewed a total of 59 children's records at this inspection (top drawer; last names beginning with A through J). There were 4 children, identified on the supplemental page, who have been enrolled for more than 30 days and have no enrollment form

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

41-02 · Technical assistance was provided to the Director to ensure that all children enrolled for at least 30 days have current immunization records at all times

The licensing counselor reviewed a total of 59 children's records at this inspection (top drawer; last names beginning with A through J). There were 2 children, who have been enrolled for more than 30 days and have expired immunization records

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

42-01 · Technical assistance was provided to the Director to ensure that all children enrolled for at least 30 days have a current physical exam at all times

There were 2 children, who have been enrolled for more than 30 days and do not have a current physical

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

42-02 · Technical assistance was provided to the Director to ensure that all children enrolled for at least 30 days have a current physical at all times

There was 1 child, who has been enrolled for more than 30 days and has an expired physical

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

07-06 · Vehicle Requirements

During the time of the inspection licensing counselor observed that the vehicle alarm installed in the transportation vehicle (38159) was not working. According to the DCF handook 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.

17-01 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing

During the time of the inspection the licensing counselor observed that there were rusty nails exposed in the base of two wood planks of the fencing. According to the DCF handbook. 3.5 Outdoor Play Area A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards. B. The outdoor area must be designed to allow child care personnel to clearly see children while playing on all equipment. C. The outdoor play area must provide shade. Shade may be provided by trees, buildings, or structures. D. Children must not come into contact with any surface or equipment which poses a burn risk. E. The facilitys outdoor play area must be fenced as required by local ordinances to prevent access by children to all water hazards within or adjacent to outdoor play areas, such as pools, ditches, retention ponds, and fish ponds. F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the buildings. If an outdoor play area was approved for usage by the Department prior to October 25, 2017, no new exits are required to be added to meet this standard. However, if outdoor play area fencing is changed then the standard would apply, and two exits must be provided

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

18-12 · Bedding and Linens

During the time of the inspection the licensing counselor observed that the linen on the stacked cots were touching the linen on the other cot. According to the DCF handbook, Bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. All bedding and linens must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at least once a week, and before use by another child

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

33-01 · Training Requirements

During the of the inspection licensing counselor observed 4 childcare personnel that did not complete the 40 hour introductory training. according to the DCF handbook, Mandated Introductory Training 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.

40-01 · Medication

During the time of the inspection licensing counselor observed that the diaper rash cream was dispensed without written authorization. According to the DCF handbook, The child care program must have written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian to give prescription and non-prescription medications. This authorization must be dated and signed by the custodial parent or legal guardian and contain the childs name; the name of the medication to be given; and date, time and amount of the correct dosage to be given. Prescription and non-prescription medications that are used on an as needed basis require the parent/ legal guardian to provide additional documentation on the authorization form to describe symptoms that would require the medication to be given. The child care provider must never administer a medication that is prescribed for one child to another child

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.