Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.52
- Local median
- 1
Happy Faces Learning Center Caritas Felices Inc
1207 Louisiana St, Wauchula, FL 33873
- License:
- C10HA0529
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 68
- License expiration:
- August 27, 2026
Typical cost: $721 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$721/mo
Median daily rate: $33.26 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Hardee County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJune 2, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 28, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 31 available inspections for Happy Faces Learning Center Caritas Felices Inc from April 20, 2023 through June 2, 2026.
18 inspections recorded violations, with 78 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 2, 2026 and involved staff training, with a due date of September 25, 2026.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 31
- Recorded violations
- 78
- Higher-concern violations
- 19
- Repeated topics
- 9
11 in last 12 months
13 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
31 total inspections vs 17 local median in 33873
Compared to 14 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 39%
- Local median
- 14%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 58%
- Local median
- 43%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 9
- Local average
- 3.43
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 9 inspections, with 15 recorded violations.
December 19, 2023April 26, 2024June 7, 2024August 8, 2024December 10, 2024June 19, 2025August 12, 2025December 8, 2025April 23, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 7 inspections, with 16 recorded violations.
December 19, 2023January 24, 2024April 26, 2024August 8, 2024December 10, 2024June 19, 2025August 12, 2025Facility condition
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 11 recorded violations.
December 19, 2023January 24, 2024April 26, 2024June 7, 2024August 8, 2024April 21, 2025Recordkeeping
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 9 recorded violations.
December 19, 2023April 26, 2024June 7, 2024August 8, 2024May 13, 2025Attendance accountability
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
April 2, 2024April 26, 2024August 8, 2024July 23, 2025Hazardous access
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
August 22, 2023April 26, 2024December 10, 2024June 19, 2025Staff training
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
April 26, 2024August 8, 2024April 23, 2026June 2, 2026Supervision
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
December 19, 2023January 10, 2024August 12, 2025Sleep safety
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
August 22, 2023April 26, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the facility does not have a credentialed director. The current directors credentials expired on 3/24/26. Technical assistance was given to the provider that per Section 402.305(2)(g), F.S., the facility is required to have a credentialed director and to actively seek a credentialed director or update the current directors credentials prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 25, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the following: multiple empty fruit cup containers were observed on the playground (removed at time of inspection) • a section of the unpainted wooden border was rotten (removed at time of inspection) • the yellow art easel is not steady in the ground and needs to be cleaned if staying on the playground (removed at time of inspection) • a Little Tykes car was observed missing a door and has a small crack on the top where the door should have been (removed at time of inspection) • a deflated blue basketball was observed (removed at time of inspection) • Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure dai ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a hole in the fencing located near the right rear of the playground that measured 7 inches. The provider had the fencing repaired by the handyman while the specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed only 2 staff were onsite with current/valid CPR. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have a sufficient number of staff complete the training prior to the due date to ensure compliance at all times children are in care.
- Correction status
- Due by May 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have an adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in first aid to maintain coverage both on- site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed only 2 staff was onsite with current First Aid. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have additional staff complete the training prior to the due date to ensure compliance at all times children are in care.
- Correction status
- Due by May 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed multiple areas of indoor/outdoor carpeting that was not in good repair that posed a tripping hazard on the playground. Technical assistance was given to the provider to remove/replace the indoor/outdoor carpeting prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 7, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facility's employee/staff roster through the Clearinghouse and observed there the staff listed on the supplemental was not removed from the facility's roster. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the roster prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 7, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a plastic rocking chair on the playground that was broken/split on the bottom. The provider removed the chair while the licensing specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure all toys and equipment are in good repair and remove or repair prior to use by the children.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the facility failed to have the annual fire inspection completed on or before last year's date. The current year was completed on7/30/25, but the facility did not pass and has corrections to be made. The prior year was completed on7/16/24. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that an approved and passed fire inspection must be completed on or before the prior year's date. The due date was adjusted to align with the fire department's due date of 8/29/25. The last fire drill was conducted on 8/5/25 and emergency preparedness drills were conducted on 5/7/25 ((lockdown) and 2/5/25 (weather). The fire extinguisher(s) were last ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 29, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed strawberry jelly in the refrigerator that expired on 11/9/24 and mayonnaise in the refrigerator that expired on 11/6/24 . The provider discarded the items while the licensing specialist was present placing them back into compliance for this standard. Technical assistance was given to the provider that foods must be consumed or discarded on or before the expiration dates listed by the manufacturer and to check all food items regularly.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Meals and/or snacks supplied by the facility did not meet the daily nutritional needs of the children in care in that [the current menu has water listed on Monday, Wednesday and Friday with snack.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facility's menu and observed on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, the children were being served water during snack time. The provider updated the menu to include milk rather than water placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. The provider was reminded that the menu must provide nutritious meals and snacks of a quantity and quality to help meet the daily nutritional needs of the children which includes 3 food groups for breakfast, 4 food groups for lunch and 2 food groups for snack.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-01
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed only 1 staff was onsite with current and valid CPR. Technical assistance was given to the provider that for 0 -25 staff, a minimum of 3 staff must be on hand and in direct supervision of the children with valid CPR while children are in care and to have sufficient number of staff complete the training prior to the due date to ensure compliance at all times children are in care. Lastly, the provider was reminded it must be an instructor led, hands on course.
- Correction status
- Due by August 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all daily attendance sheets and observed that the children listed on the supplemental were missing time in, time out and/or a parent or guardian signature. Technical assistance was given to the provider to designate 1 staff to be responsible to ensure the daily attendance sheets are complete daily. Another suggestion was to highlight the entry on the sheet to ensure the parent/guardian sees and can correct. The provider was reminded that each the parent or guardian may document the time when time when his or her child enters and departs the childcare facility, however, the provider is responsible for ensuring th ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-03
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [3] child care personnel for [13 children (3 which were age 1)] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [13 children (3 which were age 1)] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed 2 staff onsite in separate rooms. When questioned how breakfast was prepared and served, the person in charge stated the classrooms were combined during that time and she was in the kitchen preparing the food. A review of the daily attendance logs showed 14 children in care between 6:45am and 8:05am, three of which were 1-year-olds. When the person in charge was questioned further, she admitted that they were out of ratio. the other teacher admitted she came into the room to watch the children while the teacher went into the kitchen to cook. She further stated that the only other staff they have is on vacation t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility used electronic media that was not for educational purposes or for physical activity for children 2 years of age and older. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed 2 children (school age) using electronic media. One child was on a phone and the other on a tablet. The child on the phone was playing a shooting game using guns/rifles and the other child was playing a construction game. The provider was unaware the one child was playing a shooting game until it was brought to the providers attention, and she immediately had the child turn the game off. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that 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.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-07
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A potentially harmful item, [bleach and water and soap and water], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed 2 spray bottles in the 1 & 2-year-old classroom that were not labeled. The staff stated it was bleach water and soap and water. The provider labeled the bottle while the counselor was present placing them back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the following: multiple pieces of trash (empty cups, torn wash cloths, an open bag of mulch, torn black mat, used diaper, torn indoor/outdoor carpeting and a broken storage tote lid near the steps 1. near the door leading to the playground, there is a tattered section of indoor-outdoor carpeting on the top rail. Upon looking underneath, the licensing specialist observed a section of wood that was rotten and not in good repair 2. multiple pieces of equipment had standing water 3. all outdoor equipment & toys need to be cleaned (pressure washed/scrubbed) and old toys removed from the playground 4. the multi- color ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 18, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ did not have substitutions noted]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facility's menu and observed on today's date, the children were to be served. apples, french toast. The licensing specialist observed bread/toast with cheese in the oven that was still warm. Approximately 45 minutes later, the licensing specialist observed the toast with cheese was still in the oven. Additionally, a warm container of Twix yogurt and a piece of toast with cheese was observed on the room divider area. When questioned, the provider stated she switched the menu and a sticky note that said "switch days" was on the menu. Technical assistance was given to the provider that substitutions must be not ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed multiple cups from were not labeled with the child's first and last name. The provider labeled the cups while the licensing specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. The provider labeled the cups while the licensing specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all bottles, sippy cups, etc. must be labeled with the child's first and last name.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [the brochure was missing for 1 child.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5. Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the child listed on the supplemental was missing a distracted adult brochure in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that the distracted adult brochure must be distributed twice annually only during the months of April & September. Technical assistance was given to the provider to get a signed current brochure from the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-10
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Single service items were not discarded after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.4 Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed Kix cereal and corn flakes cereal stored in animal cracker containers. Technical assistance was given to the provider that opened packages of dried goods must be properly covered/sealed, properly stored, and discarded according to the manufacturers recommended date or if the quality of the food has been compromised and was advised to use the manufacturers container or food storage containers.
- Correction status
- Due by May 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-15
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a missing electrical outlet cover in the 4 & 5-year-old classroom. The provider installed the cover placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure outlet covers are installed at all times when children are in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the following: a) a section of fencing located near the front of the facility had come unattached from the support pole along the top allowing the fence to pulled inwards or outwards. The remaining fencing panels had a metal clip attaching it to the top pole. Also, another section located in the center to the right of the playground had a top center pole that appeared to have something fall onto it causing it to sag. b) the blue picnic table had a few areas of peeling paint and also had 1 section of missing wood with sharp edges located at the end of the seat part c) multiple active ant piles were observed near ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not provide shade on the playground. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed there was no shade on the smaller playground. The provider stated the facility will be building a new shade structure. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure shade is provided prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a partial loaf of bread that expired on 11/24/24 and a half gallon of mayonnaise that expired on 2/9/24. The provider discarded the bread and mayo while the licensing specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed several the following: The steps on the playground were very dirty and had a green algae substance present 1. The front of the building needs to be pressure washed as it also had a green/black algae substance present near the large front window and along the entire front gutters 2. Technical assistance was given to the provider to clean the areas prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 7, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the following: On both rear corners and left front corner of the building is rotten and/or missing wood 1. The center bathroom has an area of the wall where the paint is peeling and/or plaster is broken 2. The facility's roof has another tarp/ sandbags and more damaged/torn tarping was observed - there was no evidence inside the facility that the roof is leaking, however, the overall roof appeared not to be in good condition. The provider stated the facility is awaiting insurance approval to replace the roof. 3. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/repaint/ remove old tarping on all abovement ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 7, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed multiple areas on the playground with trash/litter/debris and torn/tattered indoor/outdoor carpeting near the front fence. Technical assistance was given to the provider to remove all trash, carpeting, etc. from the playground area prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 7, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist several active and non-active wasp nests around both sides and rear of the building near the playground. The provider sprayed and removed the nests while the licensing specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Note: the licensing specialist also observed active bees located in the bushes near the front entrance. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the bushes treated for the bees as the children enter and exit through this area.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 Training [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of completing the required 10-hour annual in-service hours for the fiscal year 2023 - 2024. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date and log on the in-service form. Lastly, technical assistance was given to the provider that these hours cannot be used towards this years' in-service hours.
- Correction status
- Due by September 7, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the provider stated there were 25 children enrolled and all 25 children's files were reviewed. The child listed on the supplemental was missing an immunization record in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 7, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the child(ren) listed on the supplemental had expired immunization records in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 7, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the child listed on the supplemental was missing a health record in their file and had been enrolled more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 7, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the children listed on the supplemental had expired health records in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 7, 2024
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a fully-completed enrollment form (CF-FSP Form 5219) or equivalent form for the child(ren) in care. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all 25 children's files and observed the children listed on the supplemental were missing enrollment dates and/or medical information on their application/registration form. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date
- Correction status
- Due by September 7, 2024
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September in that [some brochures were expired.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.4. Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the children listed on the supplemental had influenza brochures that were expired. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that the influenza brochure must be distributed during the months of August & September.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-06
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [some brochures were expired or missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the children listed on the supplemental had expired or missing distracted adult brochures in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that the distracted adult brochure must be distributed twice annually only during the months of April & September. If the provider chooses to distribute the brochure during enrollment that is not during the month of August or September, it must also be signed for again by the parent/guardian during these months.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-10
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an expired Child Abuse & Neglect form in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff sign a new form prior to the due date. The provider was reminded this form must be signed annually on or before the prior year's date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 7, 2024
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain written documentation for the number of hours a volunteer worked. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed 2 volunteers onsite and neither had documentation of volunteer hours worked. Technica assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that unscreened volunteers must be under direct and constant supervision of a screened and trained child care personnel at all times. Additionally, the volunteer must have onsite documentation of volunteer days/hours worked signed by both the provider and the volunteer.
- Correction status
- Due by September 7, 2024
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-06
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all daily attendance sheets and observed that the children listed on the supplemental were missing time in, time out and or a parent or guardian signature. Technical assistance was given to the provider to designate 1 staff to be responsible to ensure the daily attendance sheets are complete daily. Another suggestion was to highlight the entry on the sheet to ensure the parent/guardian sees and can correct. The provider was reminded that each the parent or guardian may document the time when time when his or her child enters and departs the child care facility, however, the provider is responsible for ensuring t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 7, 2024
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-03
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed the door frame on the door leading to the playground still had an area of rotten wood. Also, the licensing specialist observed torn remnants of a tarp along the facility's roof. (note: there was no indication the roof was leaking). The provider had the wood replace while the licensing specialist was still present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Technical assistance was given to the provider to remove all old tarping from the roof prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Inspections were not conducted and documented monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facility's physical environment log and observed the last entry was dated 1/5/24. Technical assistance was given to the provider that these checks must be completed monthly, documented on the physical environment log and available for review by licensing.
- Correction status
- Due by July 6, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-04
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed the staff listed on the supplemental stll had an expired Child Abuse & Neglect form in their file. The staff signed one while the CCR counselor was present putting them back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed several ac/exhaust vents throughout the facility with an excess of lint/dust/debris. Technical assistance was given to the provider to clean the vents prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the following: peeling paint in the left rear classroom 1. the exterior wall on the playground side has peeling paint 2. the door frame leading to/from the playground has rotten wood on the bottom left side 3. peeling paint was observed in the center bathroom near the toilet 4. an outlet cover trim piece in the left rear classroom is missing and covered with tape 5. a section of ceiling in the left bathroom was falling inwards 6. the exhaust vent in the left bathroom has come un-attached from the ceiling 7. the light switch in the middle bathroom has tape on the front cover 8. Technical assistance was given to the prov ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed missing electrical outlet covers in the left rear classroom. The provider installed the covers placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the facility did not have a daily indoor checklist. A sample daily indoor checklist was reviewed and emailed to the provider on today's date for use going forward. The provider was reminded that indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log and any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children.
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the bathroom to the left had a light fixture that had bulb(s) out and the lighting measured 2.23-foot candles. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/replace the light bulbs with brighter bulbs/fixtures prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the following: a sand box with unopened sandbags inside (provider was reminded this must be tightly covered when not in use) 1. the blue picnic table had a section of wood on the top that was jagged and also a section of the wood on the seat was jagged - both posed a pinching hazard 2. the wooden platform near the sandbox has a board that is loose and has lifted from the base 3. multiple areas of torn/tattered indoor/outdoor carpet was observed 4. a section of the wooden border near the smaller playground is rotten 5. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair, replace or remove all abovementioned items p ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed an infant with a pacifier attached to a strap and clipped to the child's shirt. Technical assistance was given to the provider that pacifiers must not have any straps, strings, etc. as they pose a strangulation/suffocation risk. The provider removed the strap placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed cut tomatoes and an open can of tomato sauce in the refrigerator that was not labeled with type & date. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all foods must be properly covered, labeled with the date and discarded within 7 days of opening.
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2024
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-21
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Frozen food was not [ labeled by date and type]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.2 and 3.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed waffles, mini tacos, french fries and what appeared to be pork n beans in the freezer that were not sealed properly and/or labeled with type & date. Technical assistance was given to the provider that once removed from the original packaging, the foods must be labeled with either the manufacturers expiration date (if still in an opened package) or once opened, labeled with the date the package was opened.
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2024
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-24
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [a piece of equipment was observed with spider webs and spider eggs.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the following: a plastic playhouse on the smaller playground that had spider webs and spider eggs - the provider removed the webs and eggs 1. a wooden box was observed with a bucket on top - the wood was observed rotten in some areas 2. Technical assistance was given to the provider to remove the wooden box prior to the due date. Note: additional time was allotted to align the due dates. Lastly, the provider was reminded that any new permanent or stationary playground equipment installed must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment and maintain 6" in d ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2024
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Inspections were not conducted and documented monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed the facility's physical environment log and observed the last entry was dated 1/5/24. Prior to that, the last date was 4/4/23. Technical assistance was given to the provider that these checks must be completed monthly, documented on the physical environment log, retained for 12 months and available for review by licensing.
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2024
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-04
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of fire extinguisher training in their file and had been employed more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that 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 in their file that all child care personnel have completed training.
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2024
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of training or did not have an annual refresher on the facilitys exposure plan. Technical assistance was given to the provider to review with the staff and document the training prior to the due date. Lastly, the provider was reminded that a refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan must be conducted with all staff annually.
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2024
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- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed childrens files ages 3 & 4 and determined the child(ren) listed on the supplemental had expired immunization records in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given regarding FL shots. The provider was shown & given the link to their website and how to register to view FL shot records. The link given was: www.flshotsusers.com and the provider was reminded to go to the bottom of page under schools & licensed child care providers to register.
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2024
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an expired Child Abuse & Neglect form in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff sign a new form prior to the due date. The provider was reminded this form must be signed annually on or before the prior year's date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all daily attendance sheets and observed that the children listed on the supplemental were missing time in, time out and or a parent or guardian signature. Technical assistance was given to the provider to designate 1 staff to be responsible to ensure the daily attendance sheets are complete daily. Another suggestion was to highlight the entry on the sheet to ensure the parent/guardian sees and can correct. The provider was reminded that each the parent or guardian may document the time when time when his or her child enters and departs the child care facility, however, the provider is responsible for ensuring that att ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2024
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-03
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [outside for recess].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection the licensing agent observed two classes outside on the playground did not have their attendance roster. The classes consisted of the 2 year old class and 3-4's class with the director outside. The noncompliance was resolved once the classes returned inside where their attendance rosters were. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the re-inspection, the picnic table still had not been sanded and painted. The broken bench seat was replaced, and TA was given to also paint that.
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the re-inspection, the sippy cups still were not labeled with first and last names. TA was provided that all bottles and sippy cups must have the child's first and last names.
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2024
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the re-inspection, there were three classes and only two staff had the required CPR. TA was provided that 0-25 staff there must be at least 3 staff with the required CPR to meet ratios within direct supervision of children.
- Correction status
- Due by January 19, 2024
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- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility did not have an adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in first aid to maintain coverage both on- site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the re-inspection, there were three classes and only two staff had the required First aid. TA was provided that 0-25 staff there must be at least 3 staff with the required first aid within direct supervision of children.
- Correction status
- Due by January 20, 2024
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- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the picnic table on the playground has a broken bench that is splintering and has a nail head exposed also, the picnic table is peeling paint. TA was provided to repair and paint the picnic table or remove it.
- Correction status
- Due by January 18, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the mats and bedding are stored in the restroom and also stored touching. TA was provided that the mats and sheets cannot be stored in the restroom and also, the mats and sheets cannot be touching due to sanitary reasons. The provider could store each individual mat in a large plastic bag or stored with a divider. The bedding should never touch.
- Correction status
- Due by January 18, 2024
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The food preparation area does not have a hand washing station or the hand washing station did not include the following: [the hot water does not reach the required 100 degrees.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7.
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the handwashing sink in the kitchen does not meet the required 100 degrees for the hot water. It only measured 68 degrees. TA was provided to get the hot water turned up at the sink and it must reach at least 100 degrees for proper sanitation.
- Correction status
- Due by January 18, 2024
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Frozen food was not [ labeled by date and type]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.2 and 3.
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there was a bag of frozen food in the freezer that was not labeled or sealed. The provider discarded the item at the time of the inspection. TA was provided that all food must be labeled, dated and sealed.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-24
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the sippy cups were only labeled with the first name of the child. TA was provided that all bottles and sippy cups must be labeled with the first and last names.
- Correction status
- Due by January 18, 2024
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the swings, around the 4 seater bouncer and the hanging bars.] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the mulch only measured 1" to 2" around the 4-seater bouncer, under the swings and the hanging bars. TA was provided that the stationary equipment must have 6" of resilient surface 6 feet out and around.
- Correction status
- Due by January 18, 2024
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were three classrooms and 3 staff were needed to meet ratio. Only 2 staff had the required CPR and first aid. TA was provided that 0-25 staff there must be at least three staff that are in direct supervision present.
- Correction status
- Due by December 29, 2023
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- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility did not have an adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in first aid to maintain coverage both on- site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were three classrooms and 3 staff were needed to meet ratio. Only 2 staff had the required CPR and first aid. TA was provided that 0-25 staff there must be at least three staff that are in direct supervision present.
- Correction status
- Due by December 29, 2023
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- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [the children's files did not have the distracted driver forrm completed for the month of September]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the children's files that were reviewed did not have the current Distracted Driver form completed by the parents for the month of September. TA was provided that the form is required in April and September annually. At the time of the inspection, the provider stated the have 30 children enrolled and all new and a total of 10 children's files were reviewed. All 1- and 2-year-old files.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-10
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- An area of the facility was observed to be a serious safety hazard to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1
- Inspector notes
- An area of the facility was observed to be a serious safety hazard to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 • 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements FSC observed strangulation hazards accessible to children in care, i.e. cords from both a fan (located in 4yo class) and a plug in candle hanging from a shelf(in school age class) observed long enough to encircle a childs neck or child could place finger in the area of the fan where the blades are located. TA: FSC advised provider to move the hazardous items and to not place items back in the locations observed. At time of inspection provider removed the hazardous items, the fan and the plug in candle to eliminate the s ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-08
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B • TA: FSC observed liquid (bleach and water mix) located on the sink in the 1yo,2yo classroom that was accessible to children in care. Provider removed hazardous product and placed on a high shelf and safe location which the item is no longer accessible to children at time of inspection. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C • TA: FSC advised and observed provider correct nap space by physically move children to a minimum distance of 18" while napping at time of inspection. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C • TA: Compliance achieved at time of inspection as provider had staff complete updated CF-FSP 5337 documents.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
- Report comments
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K • TA: Compliance achieved at time of inspection as provider updated by adding new staff to the Employee/Contractor Roster.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that the staff roster in the background screening system is always kept up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an instance where a staff member was not correctly removed from the facility's background screening roster. Asking about the current process for managing this roster helps ensure that all personnel are properly tracked and screened.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you walk me through how you ensure there are always enough staff members with current CPR certification on-site?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show a repeated pattern where the facility did not have enough staff trained in CPR to meet requirements. This question helps parents understand the current procedures for maintaining proper staff training coverage.
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Finding-specific
What is your process for verifying that arrival and departure times are accurately recorded for every child each day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate a recurring issue with incomplete or missing attendance documentation. Asking about the daily process for managing these records helps parents understand how the facility ensures accountability for children in their care.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the storage and labeling of cleaning supplies and other potentially harmful materials to keep them out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports show multiple instances where hazardous items were accessible or not properly labeled. This question helps parents understand the current safety protocols for managing these materials within the classroom.
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General question
How do you handle the daily inspection of the facility and playground to ensure all equipment is in good repair and safe for children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular safety checks are essential for maintaining a secure environment. Learning about the facility's daily inspection routine helps parents understand how the center proactively identifies and addresses maintenance needs.