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Home › FL › Tampa › Sandra Thomas Family Enrichment Center Inc
1924 E Comanche Ave, Tampa FL 33610 · License #C13HI0661 · Center · Child Care Facility
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09-02 · Planned Activities
On 4/21/25 a collateral agency made a visit to the facility to do some monitoring. The agency was at the facility from 9:35am to 11:37am and observed 4 children in highchairs during the whole timeframe of the visit. The children were observed to be having breakfast with the TV on but never removed from the highchairs after breakfast. This was completed at the time of the inspection as the Licensing Specialist reviewed the posted daily schedule in the classroom and observed the schedule being followed as posted. Per the DCF 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. The written plan Page 1 of 5 Name: Sandra Thomas Family Enrichment Center Inc License #: C13HI0661 Address: 1924 E Comanche Ave Tampa FL 33610 Type: Complaint Date: 04/30/2025 also must include scheduled activities that: A. Promote emotional, social, intellectual, and physical growth; B. Do not have children left in confining devices such as car seats as an alternative to active play or adult/child interaction, supervision, or discipline; C. Do not include the use of electronic media for children under two years of age. Electronic media may only be used for educational purposes or physical activity for children 2 years of age and older for no more than 1 to 2 hours per day. D. Include both active and quiet play. Active play includes outdoor activities a minimum of twice per day, weather permitting. E. Include meals, snacks, and nap times, if appropriate for the age and the times children are in care. F. Provide adequate time and space for infants, birth to 12 months, in care to engage in activities that promote development of movement skills (tummy time, crawling, turning over, sitting, etc.). Infant seats (swings, bouncers, etc.) must be used only for short periods of time, no more than 15 to 30-minute intervals per infant and no more than two times per day that the child is in care. Infants in care shall be provided opportunities for outdoor time each day that weather permits. G. An appropriate daily schedule provides flexibility and contains transition periods that help children move smoothly from one activity to another. H. Providers are encouraged to inform parents and legal guardians of their childs activities on a daily basis. I. Providers must implement program practices that promote consistency and continuity of care for infants and toddlers. Early care and education programs must provide opportunities for each child to build emotionally secure relationships with a limited number of child care personnel. Efforts to promote consistency and continuity of care are shown through following daily routines and communicating consistently with parents/guardians. J. The program must make reasonable accommodations to the environment, planned activities and schedule so that children with special needs may participate
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Data synced from Florida DCF, Office of Child Care Regulation on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
09-06 · Planned Activities
During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed a group of 10 children including 1 year olds watching TV and 2 children sitting in highchairs. This standard was corrected and completed at the time of the inspection as the Director divided the children into 2 classrooms to follow the daily schedule for each age group. Per the DCF Handbook Do not include the use of electronic media for children under two years of age. Electronic media may only be used for educational purposes or physical activity for children 2 years of age and older for no more than 1 to 2 hours per day
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
03-01 · Ratio Sufficient
• 1:2 Infants • 3:13 (1 one year old, 5 Two year olds, 5 Three year olds, 1 four year old and 1 Five year old all eating lunch in lunchroom area) 1 staff was a volunteer without Background screening. • Compliance Ratio 1:8 Three, four, and Five year olds and 1:5 1 one year old and 4 Two year olds. During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed 3 staff with 13 children in the lunchroom. After the Licensing Specialist reviewed the staff files the 1 staff was a volunteer that could not be counted in the child to staff ratio. During the time of the inspection the children were divided into 2 groups so that the facility only needed 2 staff to put the ratio in compliance. Per the DCF Handbook A. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children under one year of age are included, one child care personnel must be responsible for no more than four children of any age group, at all times
Corrected Corrected by Mar 26, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
12-02 · Facility Environment
During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that the infant room has paint peeling spots on the blue and yellow walls around the classroom. 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.
12-04 · Facility Environment
During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that the back bathroom on the right side of the school has a fan vent in the ceiling covered with 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.
17-01 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that the big tree on the playground that has a large limb hanging 3 feet from the ground and weeds along the side fence line of the playground. The wooden play gym has a ripped tarp on the top the play gym. Per the DCF Handbook The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
24-02 · Food Preparation Area
During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist was informed by the infant room staff that the bottles are mixed in the classroom. The License Specialist observed that the Infant room does not have the proper food prep area in the classroom to prepare bottles for the children. This was corrected at the time of inspection as the staff stated all bottles will be prepared in the kitchen or sent prepared from the parents. Per The DCF Handbook A food preparation area is a designated room, such as a kitchen, or a designated space in a facility not normally used or accessible to the children in daily operations for indoor play, classroom, work or nap spaces, and not included when calculating usable indoor floor space
Corrected Corrected by Mar 26, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
28-02 · Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed 2 bottles in the Infant room were not labeled with the child's first and last name. This was corrected at the time of the inspection as the teacher in the classroom labeled the 2 bottles with the child's first and last name. Per the DCF Handbook Bottles and sippy cups provided by the facility must be washed, rinsed, and sanitized between each use and do not have to be labeled
Corrected Corrected by Mar 26, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
33-13 · Training Requirements
During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that 1 staff has not completed the SR preservice training within 90 days of her employment. Per the School Readiness Handbook 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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
44-04 · Personnel Records
During the time of the Inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that 1 staff's file did not have a current Abuse and Reporting Form signed annually. Per the DCF Handbook 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 hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
44-05 · Personnel Records
During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed 1 volunteer that did not have the volunteer form completed. This was corrected at the time of the inspection as the staff signed the volunteer form dated 3/26/25. Per the DCF Handbook Prior to beginning volunteering in a child care facility, a CF-FSP 5217, Volunteer Acknowledgment which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(e), F.A.C., and may be obtained from the Departments website www.myflfamilies.com/childcare, must be completed and on file at the child care facility for the volunteer. Written documentation of volunteer hours must be maintained at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority
Corrected Corrected by Mar 26, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
44-06 · Personnel Records
During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that 1 volunteer was at the facility and the facility did not have any documentation of the hours worked. This was corrected at the time of the inspection as the Director made a log to document the hours the volunteer as worked as she stated today was the first day this month she has volunteered. Per the DCF Handbook Prior to beginning volunteering in a child care facility, a CF-FSP 5217, Volunteer Acknowledgment which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(e), F.A.C., and may be obtained from the Departments website www.myflfamilies.com/childcare, must be completed and on file at the child care facility for the volunteer. Written documentation of volunteer hours must be maintained at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority
Corrected Corrected by Mar 26, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
03-01 · Ratio Sufficient
Upon arrival to the childcare facility when the Licensing Specialist asked the one childcare personnel in the room with 17 children the ages of the children the childcare personnel stated that she had (8) 1 -year olds and (9) two-year-olds. The Licensing Specialist advised the Operator that she needed the sign in sheets. The Licensing Specialist also asked the Owner if she would be assisting with the ratio as she was in her office separated from the classroom by a wall. Another staff member was in the kitchen area making breakfast for the morning. However, the bright wheel sign in and paper sign in sheet were incorrect. Once the ratio and sign in sheets were sorted by the Licensing Specialist and Owner an additional 7 children arrived and it was a total of (24) children ranging in ages one through five. At 8:35 am another childcare personnel arrived and after the children ate breakfast they were split up into classrooms. The facility then went back into compliance at approximately 9:05 a.m. According to F.S 402.305. (4) (4) STAFF-TO-CHILDREN RATIO. (a) Minimum standards for the care of children in a licensed childcare facility as established by rule of the department must include: 1. For children from birth through 1 year of age, there must be one childcare personnel for every four children. 2. For children 1 year of age or older, but under 2 years of age, there must be one childcare personnel for every six children. 3. For children 2 years of age or older, but under 3 years of age, there must be one childcare personnel for every 11 children. 4. For children 3 years of age or older, but under 4 years of age, there must be one childcare personnel for every 15 children. 5. For children 4 years of age or older, but under 5 years of age, there must be one childcare personnel for every 20 children. 6. For children 5 years of age or older, there must be one childcare personnel for every 25 children. 7. When children 2 years of age and older are in care, the staff-to-children ratio shall be based on the age group with the largest number of children within the group. (b)
Corrected Corrected by May 22, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
12-01 · Facility Environment
During the time of the re-inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a roach crawling on the stovetop area when the breakfast meal was placed. According to the childcare facility handbook 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All childcare 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.
12-09 · Facility Environment
During the time of the re-inspection the Licensing Specialist observed a roach crawling on the stovetop where the breakfast meal was placed. The Licensing Specialist also observed at least 5 baby roaches crawling around in a sippy cup that was located near the kitchen sink area. There appears to be an infestation of roaches as this is the second time within months that the Licensing Specialist has observed multiple roaches in the kitchen area. According to the childcare facility handbook 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All childcare 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.
33-02 · Training Requirements
During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that childcare personnel do not have their training transcripts in their file folder. According to the childcare facility handbook 4.5 Documentation of Training The Departments training transcript is the only acceptable verification of successful completion of the Departments training, early literacy courses and school-age training documentation. A. A copy of the Departments training transcript may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare.B. A copy of the training transcript must be included in each childcare personnels record maintained at the childcare facility C. Early literacy courses and school-age training documentation must be uploaded into the Florida Pathways (Registry), which may be accessed from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare.D. Any course completion certificate not documented on the training transcript will be considered invalid, requiring that the course(s) be retaken. Until the coursework is retaken and completed, childcare facilities will be out of compliance for the mandatory training standard
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
33-07 · Training Requirements
During the time of the re-inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the childcare personnel have not completed their 10 hours of in -service training. When the Licensing Specialist asked the Owner for training information for the childcare personnel transcripts or trainings where not produced to Licensing Specialist. According to the childcare facility handbook 4.2.7 Annual In-Service Training Upon successful completion of the 40-hour introductory training requirements, child care personnel must complete a minimum of 10 clock- hours or one CEU ofin-service training annually during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. A. The annual 10 clock- hours or one CEU of in-service training concentration on children ages birth through 12 must be completed in one or more of the following areas (college level courses will be accepted): 1. Health and safety, including universal precautions, prevention of infectious diseases, sudden infant death syndrome, emergencies due to food and allergic reactions, shaken baby syndrome, use of safe sleep practices, administration of medicine, emergency preparedness, and handling of hazardous materials; 2. Pediatric CPR; 3. First Aid (may be taken to meet the in-service requirement only once every two years); 4. Nutrition; 5. Child development - typical and atypical; 6. Child transportation and safety; 7. Behavior management; 8. Working with families;9. Design and use of child-oriented space;10. Community, health and social service resources;11. Child abuse;12. Child care for multilingual children;13. Working with children with disabilities in child care;14. Safety in outdoor play;15. Literacy;16. Guidance and discipline;17. Computer technology;18. Leadership development/program management and child care personnelsupervision;19. Age-appropriate lesson planning;20. Homework assistance for school-age care;21. Food safety training;22. Developing special interest centers/spaces and environments;23. Other course areas relating to child care or child care management;24. Any of the online courses offered through the Departments childcare website. B. Documentation of the in-service training requirement must be recorded on CFFSP Form 5268, Child Care In-Service Training Record, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(i), F.A.C., and included in the childcare facilitys personnel records. CF-FSP Form 5268 may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. A new in-service training record is required each fiscal year. The in-service training records for the previous two fiscal years must also be maintained at the childcare facility for review by the licensing authority. C. All childcare personnel employed in the industry beyond 15 months, who change employment from one childcare program to another during the fiscal year must complete the annual in-service training requirement. D. Childcare personnel not in compliance with the annual in-service training requirement described in this section must complete the remaining in-service training requirement within 30 days of the noncompliance finding by the licensing authority. These hours cannot be used to meet the current years Inservice training requirements
18-06 · Bedding and Linens
During the time of the inspection, the Family Services Counselor observed that 2 mats in the 3-4-year-old classroom and 7 mats in the 2- year-old classroom were ripped with the inside mattress foam exposed in several areas. According to the childcare facility handbook 3.6.1 Bedding and Linens 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. 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.
18-12 · Bedding and Linens
During the time of the inspection, The Family Services Counselor observed that the children's sleeping mats in the 1-year-old class were stored on the diaper changing table shelf. According to the childcare facility handbook 3.6.1 Bedding and Linens G. 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. H. Bedding and linens shall not be stored in the bathroom, unless stored in cabinets
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
25-08 · Meals and Snacks
During the time of the inspection the thermometer in the large refrigerator freezer in the kitchen had a reading of 34 degrees Fahrenheit. According to the childcare facility handbook F. Refrigerators/freezers An accurate thermometer designed to measure cold storage temperature must be placed inside each refrigeration and freezer unit. Thermometers in refrigerators must show a reading of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below, and thermometers in freezers must show a reading of 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. The thermometer must be located in the center of the unit and be readily accessible. Thermometer temperature readings higher than specified above require further temperature testing of food samples stored in the unit using a probe type thermometer; and adjustments to the unit setting to reach and maintain the required readings must be made
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
12-01 · Facility Environment
During the time of the inspection, the Family Services Counselor observed roaches crawling on the stovetop area and one small refrigerator in the kitchen area to be unplugged and soiled with liquids in the inside of the refrigerator which had a stench. The Family Services Counselor also observed that the facilities outdoor play area table tops need to be sprayed, disinfected and sanitized to remove dirt and or pollen buildup, before children go to playground area. Children are much more susceptible to the adverse effects of environmental factors, materials and toxicants. It is imperative that the childcare environment is conducive to the healthy development of children. According to the childcare facility handbook 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All childcare 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.
12-09 · Facility Environment
During the time of the inspection, the Family Services Counselor observed roaches crawling on the stovetop area where the lunch meal was placed. The Family Services Counselor also observed a roach crawling on the first aid kit. 3 Physical Environment Children are much more susceptible to the adverse effects of environmental factors, materials and toxicants. It is imperative that the child care environment is conducive to the healthy development of children. According to the childcare facility handbook 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements 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.
30-07 · Diapering
During the time of the inspection, the Family Services Counselor observed that there was baby food stored in a bucket in the diaper changing draw in the infant classroom. The Family Services also observed that the mats for the 1-year-old classroom were stored on a shelf on the diaper changing table. According to the childcare facility handbook 3.10.2 Diapering Requirements G. Items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
32-03 · Outdoor Equipment
During the time of the inspection the Family Services Counselor observed that the picnic table in the playground area has missing/shredded wood on the table area. According to the childcare facility handbook 3.12 Outdoor Equipment 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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
32-06 · Outdoor Equipment
During the time of the inspection, the Family Services Counselor observed that the mulch in the fall zone area was less than 2 inches in depth. According to the childcare facility handbook 3.12 Outdoor Equipment 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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
33-02 · Training Requirements
During the time of the inspection, the Family Services Counselor observed that 6 childcare personnel did not have training transcripts in their file folder. According to the childcare facility handbook 4.5 Documentation of Training The Departments training transcript is the only acceptable verification of successful completion of the Departments training, early literacy courses and school-age training documentation. A. A copy of the Departments training transcript may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. B. A copy of the training transcript must be included in each childcare personnels record maintained at the childcare facility
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
33-07 · Training Requirements
During the time of the inspection, the Family Services Counselor observed that childcare personnel have not completed their 10 hours of in-service training. According to the childcare facility handbook 4.2.7 Annual In-Service Training Upon successful completion of the 40-hour introductory training requirements, childcare personnel must complete a minimum of 10 clock- hours or one CEU of in-service training annually during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. A. The annual 10 clock -hours or one CEU of in-service training concentration on children ages birth through 12 must be completed in one or more of the following areas (college level courses will be accepted):1. Health and safety, including universal precautions, prevention of infectious diseases, sudden infant death syndrome, emergencies due to food and allergic reactions, shaken baby syndrome, use of safe sleep practices, administration of medicine, emergency preparedness, and handling of hazardous materials; 2. Pediatric CPR; 3. First Aid (may be taken to meet the in-service requirement only once every two years); 4. Nutrition; 5. Child development - typical and atypical; 6. Child transportation and safety; 7. Behavior management; 8. Working with families 9. Design and use of child-oriented space; 10. Community, health and social service resources; 11. Child abuse; 12. Childcare for multilingual children; 13. Working with children with disabilities in childcare; 14. Safety in outdoor play; 15. Literacy; 16. Guidance and discipline; 17. Computer technology; 18. Leadership development/program management and childcare personnel supervision; 19. Age-appropriate lesson planning. 20. Homework assistance for school-age care; 21. Food safety training; 22. Developing special interest centers/spaces and environments; 23. Other course areas relating to childcare or childcare management; 24. Any of the online courses offered through the Departments childcare website. B. Documentation of the in-service training requirement must be recorded on CFFSP Form 5268, Childcare In-Service Training Record, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(i), F.A.C., and included in the childcare facilitys personnel records. CF-FSP Form 5268 may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. A new in-service training record is required each fiscal year. The in-service training records for the previous two fiscal years must also be maintained at the child care facility for review by the licensing authority. C. All childcare personnel employed in the industry beyond 15 months, who change employment from one childcare program to another during the fiscal year must complete the annual in-service training requirement. D. Childcare personnel not in compliance with the annual in-service training requirement described in this section must complete the remaining in-service training requirement within 30 days of the noncompliance finding by the licensing authority. These hours cannot be used to meet the current years in-service training requirements. 4.3 Break in Service A. In the event an individual leaves the childcare industry in compliance with training requirements and returns to the industry either at the same or a different childcare facility, he or she will be given 90 days to comply with any new training requirements established during the gap in employment in the childcare industry. B. In the event an individual leaves the childcare industry not in compliance with the training requirements and returns to the industry either at the same or a different childcare facility, he or she must comply with the training requirements described in this section, as well as any new training requirements that may have been added during the gap in employment in the childcare industry prior to re-employment
33-09 · Training Requirements
During the time of the inspection, the Family Services Counselor observed that childcare personnel have not completed their fire extinguisher training within 30 days of hire. According to the childcare facility handbook 4.2.5 Fire Extinguisher Training All childcare 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 childcare personnel have completed training
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
45-06 · Background Screening Documents
During the time of the inspection the Family Services Counselor observed that childcare personnel did not have a good moral attestation on file. According to the childcare facility handbook 7.4.1 Background Screening Documents Background screening documentation must be maintained for all childcare personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review. B. CF Form 1649A, Childcare Attestation of Good Moral Character, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(a), F.A.C., must be completed for all childcare 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.
38-02 · Emergency Telephone Numbers
During the time of the inspection, the Family Services Counselor observed that there are no emergency numbers posted by the telephone in the facility. According to the childcare facility handbook 6.3 Emergency Telephone Numbers A. Emergency service telephone numbers must be posted on or near all telephones, including 911, ambulance, fire, police, poison control center, Florida Abuse Hotline, and the county public health department. Additionally, the address and directions to the facility must be posted with descriptions of major intersections and local landmarks. B. For life threatening injuries, the provider shall call 911 and then notify the parent. C. Custodial parents or legal guardians must be notified immediately if the event of any serious illness, accident, injury or emergency to their child, and their specific instructions regarding action to be taken under such circumstances must be obtained and followed D. If the custodial parent or legal guardian cannot be reached, the facility owner or director will contact those persons designated by the custodial parent or legal guardian to be contacted under those circumstances and must follow any written instructions provided by the custodial parent or legal guardian on the enrollment form
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
41-01 · Immunization Records
During the time of the inspection, the Family Services Counselor observed that one child did not have a immunization record form in their file. According to the Childcare Facility Handbook 7.1 Immunization Records The childcare 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, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious 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, Childcare Facilities and Family Day Care Homes as promulgated by the Florida Department of Health. B. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. 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 must 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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
42-01 · Student Health and Records
During the time of the inspection, the Family Services Counselor observed that one child did not have a health form in their file. According to the childcare facility handbook 7.2 Student Health Records The childcare 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. A. The Student Health Examination shall be completed by a person given statutory authority to perform health examinations. B. The Student Health Examination or the signed statement is valid for two years from the date the physical was performed. An up-to-date version must be on file for as long as the child is enrolled at the facility. C. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. D. School-aged children attending public or non-public schools are not required to have student health examination and immunization records on file at the child care facility as such records are on file at the school where the child is enrolled. E. If the custodial parents or legal guardians need assistance concerning these requirements, the facility shall refer them to the Department of Health or to the childs physician. F. Medical records in this section are the property of the custodial parent or legal guardian and must be returned to them when the child withdraws from the facility. The medical records are transferable if the child attends another facility. G. Any child who has or is at an increased risk for a chronic physical, developmental, behavioral or emotional condition and requires additional services must have a current Emergency Care Plan, prepared by the parent/guardian or physician, included in the childs file and readily accessible for those caring for the child. Childcare personnel caring for a child with an Emergency Care Plan must be trained to recognize and respond appropriately to a medical emergency
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
44-04 · Personnel Records
During the time of the inspection, the Family Services Counselor observed that the childcare personnel did not have a child abuse and neglect reporting form. According to the childcare facility handbook 7.4 Personnel Records Records must be maintained and kept current on all childcare personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include A. A complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to Section 402.3055(1)(b), F.S. B. Documentation of position and date of employment.C. 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 hire date and annually thereafter by all childcare personnel
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.