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 an accumulation of dust along the roof in the 1-2s classroom. The dust was on the air vent, and an older surveillance camera. The provider was advised to ensure that this was cleaned to maintain the air quality and safety for children in care at the facility.
Correction status
Due by July 16, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the 1-2s classroom had an adult deodorant and lotion sitting on the windowsill in the reach of children. The deodorant clearly stated KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. The access of the products included hazardous or toxic products for children in care. The provider was advised to ensure these items were removed to ensure the safety of children in care.
Knives and/or sharp tools were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed two pair of scissors that had a sharp point, on the windowsill that the changing table is directly pressed against giving children that are being changed or standing near the windowsill access to sharp objects and potentially hazardous. The provider was advised to remove the scissors from the window to ensure children do not have access to the scissors while in supervision in that 1-2s classroom.
The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a 5 inch gap between the side post and left exit gate as you immediately come out of the facility leading from the bathroom to the playground. The provider is advised to ensure the gap is closed to the appropriate space to maintain compliance of this standard.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection the licensing specialist observed a 2 inch napping mat that was torn exposing the cushion and was no longer covered with an impermeable surface. The provider threw out the mat that belonged to a graduated VPK student (named on inspection); resolving the noncompliance. The provider was advised to ensure that all mats are stored/covered properly to maintain compliance.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-06
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 [an accumulation of insect webs or nest were on the inside of the play equipment]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the small house structure, with red roof, have an accumulation of insect/bug nests or egg deposits stuck to the top in several areas of the equipment. The provider was advised to ensure that the equipment is checked and cleaned regularly to maintain compliance of this standard.
Correction status
Due by July 16, 2026
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-03
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 inspection, the licensing specialist observed 1/6 personnel staff was the only one with certification of CPR/1st Aid. The provider was advised that at minimum 3 staff members must be certified to maintain compliance of this standard.
Correction status
Due by July 17, 2026
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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 1/6 personnel staff was the only one with certification of CPR/1st Aid. The provider was advised that at minimum 3 staff members must be certified to maintain compliance of this standard.
Correction status
Due by July 17, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
Official code
37-02
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [date the injury occurred or the date parent/staff signed.]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the observation of childrens files; the licensing specialist observed an incident report that did not have the date for the injury occurred and the date it was signed by staff and parent. The facility was advised to ensure the incident reports include this to maintain the standard. It was advised that the date is documented on this incident report to resolve the noncompliance.
Correction status
Due by July 16, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Official code
39-05
Higher concern: Medication
Report finding
Medication which had expired or is no longer being administered was not discarded or returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection the provider was asked for epinephrine injection for (children) listed on supplemental form; 1 childs medication was expired and still on hand. The provider was advised to return the childs medication to the parent to discard to maintain compliance of this standard.
Correction status
Due by July 16, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
Official code
40-17
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that staff did not have the second page to the legal document which is required for documentation. The provider was advised to ensure that the documents are printed in full even if not used to maintain compliance of this standard. A date must also be documented for the timeframe which verification was completed.
Correction status
Due by July 16, 2026
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-01
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Employment history check did not include all required information including applicants, job title, description of regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, During the observation of employee files; the newest employee did not have an employment verification completed done in their file (named on supplemental). The provider was advised to ensure that all staff has the mandatory checks done to maintain compliance of this standard.
Correction status
Due by July 16, 2026
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-05
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [Children in the 1-2s classroom did not have their attendance roster given to the teacher supervising them for the day.].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed 6 children in supervision but only 4 attendance sheets on the clipboard. The teacher was asked about the combining and transition of children to which she stated they had attendance done for them in a different classroom. It was advised that attendance rosters follow each child during their supervision to maintain compliance of this roster. Technical assistance was also given to include a total number of children to their attendance for emergency response purposes. Once the teacher provided the attendance pages for the children the noncompliance was resolved ENFORCEMENT
The facility failed to include their license number when advertising. s.402.318, F.S.
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the sign located by the road was missing the facilitys license number. Technical assistance was given to the provider to add the license number prior to the due date.
Correction status
Due by March 1, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - License Displayed/Citation Posted/Advertising
Official code
01-03
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed an area of peeling paint located on the wall near the door leading to/from the playground area that was accessible to the children. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/repaint prior to the due date. Lastly, the specialist observed an area of the ceiling in the front classroom that is starting to crack near the AC vent. Technical assistance was given to the provider to monitor the area and repair as needed.
Correction status
Due by March 1, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed multiple gallons of paint and bug repellant spray located in the unlocked cabinets under the hand wash sink in the hallway near the bathrooms the children use. Technical assistance was given to the provider to relocate all toxic substances out of the reach of the children or lock all cabinets prior to the due date.
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 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) 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 years date. The current year was completed on 1/28/26 and the prior year was completed on 1/24/25. 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 years date. The last fire drill was conducted on 1/12/26 and an emergency preparedness drill was conducted on?7/17/25 (lockdown). The fire extinguisher(s) were last tagged in January 2026. Provider is aware the facility needs to complete a weather drill prior to the license expiring. Due to extreme cold, a fire drill was no ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Garbage containing food waste was not disposed of in a leak proof, nonabsorbent container with a tight fitting lid. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.8. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed multiple garbage cans throughout the facility that contained food waste and did not have lids. Technical assistance was given to the provider to replace the lids, remove from the classrooms or install new garbage cans with tight fitting lids prior to the due date. ?
Correction status
Due by March 1, 2026
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-11
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facilitys refrigerator and/or freezer does not have an appropriate thermometer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the freezer in the kitchen had a thermometer that was inoperable. Technical assistance was given to the provider to replace the thermometer prior to the due date. ?
Correction status
Due by March 1, 2026
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-23
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The Training Transcript documenting an active Staff Credential Verification was not on file for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 4.6.2
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the only staff onsite with staff credentials had expired on 4/27/25 on their DCF transcript. The provider was unable to produce the application, form CF-FSP form 5211 that is required to verify the qualifications. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete the application and reach out to the DCF training dept. either by phone at 1-888-352-2842 or by email to: HQW.Child.Care.Training@myflfamilies.com for guidance on what steps are needed to update the transcript prior to the due date.
Correction status
Due by March 1, 2026
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TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
Official code
34-03
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facilitys employee/staff roster through the Clearinghouse and observed there were several staff who were no longer employed and/or who were not added to the roster. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the roster prior to the due date. The provider was reminded the facility has 5 days to add or remove staff from the roster.
Correction status
Due by March 1, 2026
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a couple childrens sleeping mats in the one year old classroom that were torn with tears that expose the foam cushion causing the mat to not be impermeable. The provider immediately replaced the mats with new mats that provider had on hand at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that childrens mats used for napping have an impermeable surface.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times, were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the hand washing procedures in the kitchen near the hand washing sink with procedures only to include how to wash hands. The specialist reminded the provider that hand washing procedures must include how and when to wash hands. The provider immediately posted the appropriate hand washing procedures near the sink in the kitchen at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that handwashing procedures to include how and when to wash hands is posted near all handwashing sinks designated to food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [red, blue and yellow climber, the orange and blue airplane, the blue swing and the swing set on the latge playground and the swing set and black and purple tunnel on the small playground.] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection the licensing specialist observed that the mulch only measured 2-5 inches on the red, blue and yellow climber, the orange and blue airplane, the blue swing and the swing set on the large playground and the swing set and black and purple tunnel on the small playground. TA was provided that all stationary play equipment is required to have 6' in depth 6 ft out and around of resilient surface. The provider will need to add more mulch before the due date.
The custodial parent or legal guardian was not provided written notification of the facility's disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, E General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a few childrens enrollment file with no written notification of the facility's disciplinary and expulsion policies. TA was provided to ensure that the childs file has written notification of the facility's disciplinary and expulsion policies.
Correction status
Due by June 27, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
Official code
11-01
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 inspection, the Licensing specialist observed three yellow dump trucks on both the facilitys outdoor playgrounds that had paint chipped and rust on areas of the truck. The provider immediately removed the dump truck toys from the playgrounds and advised that they will try to repaint them and eliminate the rust prior to placing the toys back on the playground to be used by children in care. TA was provided to ensure that rust and paint chipping on outdoor toys is eliminated as a low potential harm to children in care.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental directly supervising the mixed classroom of one and two year old children, but the staff has not obtained 40 hour required DCF training. The staff started in the industry on 11/2/2023. At the providers most recent renewal inspection the provider and specialist discussed that the staff would be other personnel working in the kitchen. The specialist thoroughly explained the 40 hour training required as well as explained in detail that the staff can not return to the classroom until 45 hour training is obtained and reflects on the staffs DCF transcript at that inspect ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by June 27, 2025
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Higher concern: Medication
Report finding
Child care personnel administering medication did not have documentation of education on proper administration procedures. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, I Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At time of inspection, the Licensing specialist asked the provider if they had any medication to include life sustaining medication, the provider answered, yes. They have an Epipen for a child in care. The specialist reviewed the medication and determined that the provider did not have written documentation of education on proper administration procedures for the childs specific Epipen. TA was provided to ensure that the provider has documentation of training completed on education of proper administration procedures by the due date.
Correction status
Due by June 27, 2025
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
Official code
40-18
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]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the facility did not have fully completed enrollment forms for two school aged children enrolled for the summer. The provider advised that today was their first day enrolled but the parent has not returned enrollment forms prior to caring for the children. TA was provided to ensure that enrollment forms are fully completed and on file for the children listed on the supplemental by the due date. Specialist reviewed 4 newly enrolled children's files as well as 6 additional children's files of the 30 children enrolled at the facility. (C-I by last name) Specialist also reviewed the facility's brochure, Distracte ... [truncated]
Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a bag of candy stored in the top draw of the changing table in the 1-year-old classroom. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that only items related to diapering should be on/in the table changing table area. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider moved the bag of candy. •
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-07
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [it did not represent the number of children inside the classroom.].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed classrooms (1-year-old 3-year-old) without a current roster. The attendance roster for the children was not current and did not represent the number of children inside the classroom. Technical assistance was provided that each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider updated attendance roster. • ENFORCEMENT
All reading, painting and other close work areas did not have lighting equivalent to 50 foot candles on the work surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed all classrooms during center time completing either painting, drawing or writing assignments but the lighting near work stations did not meet the requirement of 50 foot candles. The one year old class lighting measured to 17.37 fc, the two and three year old class measured to 38.2 with children painting and 30.8 with children coloring/drawing and the VPK classroom measured to 39.0 near the table to the left side of the classroom where children were observed writing letters and drawing. The specialist advised the provider that lighting needed to meet 50 fc near workstations of close work areas. TA was provided to ens ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 7, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
Official code
14-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The floor mats available for children were not at least one inch thick. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a childs mat in the one year old classroom that did not measure to one inch thick. The specialist measured the mats thickness and it measured to under one inch. The provider immediately switched the mat out with an extra mat that met requirement at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that childrens sleeping mats are at least 1 inch thick.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a childs mat in the one year old classroom that was torn, exposing the foam cushion causing the mat to not be impermeable. The provider immediately switched the mat out with an extra mat that was impermeable at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the childrens mats are not torn and impermeable at all times.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-06
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required DCF training courses within 12 months of employment in the child care industry. The staff started in the industry on 11/2/2023. As of today the staff has not completed training. The provider advised that the staff no longer works in the classroom and is only in the kitchen, however the staff and provider did not have a definite date the staff was removed from the classroom. The staff advised the specialist that she worked in the classroom until sometime in January. When the specialist advised the provider that the staffs 12 months i ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete annual exposure plan training. The training was last completed on 10/16/2023. TA was provided to ensure that the child care personnel complete an annual refresher and document on file for Licensing to review by the due date.
Correction status
Due by March 7, 2025
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
The facility failed to report a suspected communicable disease outbreak for two or more children or adults within 72 hours to the local county health department and failed to follow directions given. CCF Handbook, Section 6.1.2, B Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a notice on the door stating that the facility was closing early at noon due to illnesss that affected both staff and majority of children enrolled. The specialist asked the staff what why the decided to close and the provider advised that they have a number of viruses going around and need to close to clean and sanitize the facility as well as allow staff and children to heal from symptoms that were spreading. The specialist asked the provider how many children have confirmed diagnosis and staff says they have heard back from some parents with confirmed illnesss and also have sent home 3-5 children a day all week due t ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
A potentially harmful item, [Ajax and Fabuloso], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed two spray bottles storing a solution not labeled in the mixed classroom of two and three year old children. The counselor asked the staff what the solutions were in the bottles and she replied Ajax disinfectant and Fabuloso. The counselor asked the staff to label the bottles with the chemical name. The staff immediately labeled the bottles with the chemicals name at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that bottles storing toxic or hazardous materials are labeled with the name.
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 inspection, the counselor observed the blue money bars with paint chipping in a few areas. TA was provided to ensure that the outdoor play equipment is sanded down and painted by the due date.
Correction status
Due by November 1, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
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 [snacks must include at least two different food groups]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the two and three year old children eating morning snack that consisted of gold fish and water. The counselor advised the provider that snacks must include at least two different food groups. The counselor suggested gold fish and apple sauce , fruit or milk as the second food group. The provider stated that she understood. The provider advised that the afternoon snack for today is vanilla wafers and applesauce with water. TA was provided to ensure that two food groups are offered to children in care per snack daily.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
Official code
25-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
A refrigerator was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1. Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed no thermometer placed in the black refrigerator/freezer combo in the kitchens refrigerator section. The provider advised that they replaced their refrigerator recently and forgot to place a new thermometer inside. TA was provided to ensure that the refrigerator has a thermometer present by the due date.
Correction status
Due by November 1, 2024
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
Official code
25-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
A freezer was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 0 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1. Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the black refrigerator/ freezer in the kitchens freezer section with no thermometer present. The provider advised that they replaced their refrigerator recently and forgot to place a new thermometer inside. The provider immediately had a staff get a thermometer in place it in the freezer at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the freezer has a thermometer present.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
Official code
25-08
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility's menu was not [ did not have substitutions noted, was not planned]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facilitys weekly menu not noted with substitutions. The counselor asked the provider if the food items listed on the menu were available for todays lunch. The counselor did a kitchen inspection and only observed snack foods and milk. The provider advised that they were ordering pizza today and explained that they had to discard of a lot of food items due to loosing power from the recent storm. The counselor advised that menus and meals must be planned and posted at the beginning of each week. The provider advised that they bought groceries to last up until Thursday of this week and planned to order pizza for todays lunch. ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
Official code
26-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the diaper changing area with storage tubs filled with art supplies on the bottom shelf of the diaper changing station. The provider immediately removed the storage tubs at time of inspection to another area in the classroom. TA was provided to ensure that only items related to diapering is stored on the diaper changing area.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-07
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]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete 10 hours of in-service training hours/ documented on the required in service log. The log displayed 7 hours of completed training for the training year 7/1/2023-6/30/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the staff makes up the rest of the training hours and documents hours on the log by the due date.
Correction status
Due by November 1, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-07
Higher concern: Medication
Report finding
Parental permission was not obtained prior to administering: [ sunscreen, insect repellant]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, J and K Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the staff at the facility administer insect repellant as well as sunscreen on children in care throughout the facility before going on the playground. The counselor observed some childrens files with medication authorization forms on file that were signed by parents but not completed with the medication name or dates that the medication was administered. The counselor replied all other childrens files with no medication authorization on file. The counselor and provider discussed what is needed to apply topical medication to children in care to be in compliance. The counselor encouraged the provider to speak with a professional ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by November 1, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
Official code
40-20
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was incomplete in that [ A copy of out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry search is missing., A copy of out-of-state sexual offender/predator registry search is missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the facility failed to initiate an out of state sexual offender search and a child abuse and neglect registry for the child care personnel listed on the supplemental who lived in New Jersey recently within the past five years. The personnel started at the facility on 9/30/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the provider initiates the searches by the due date.
Correction status
Due by November 1, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
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 reinspection, the counselor observed the stationary outdoor equipment on both the older and younger children's playground with paint chipped and needing to be repainted. The outdoor equipment to include the blue stationary metal car. the orange handle bar on the 4 way seesaw, red metal car with blue barrel. The blue monkey bars were repainted from last inspection. The provider is aware of the additional outdoor equipment that needs painting and understands that all items need to be in good repair to be in compliance for this standard. TA was provided to ensure that the equipment is repainted by the due date.
Correction status
Due by August 16, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
During nap time, lighting was insufficient to visually observe and supervise children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, C Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed that the one and two year old classroom did not have sufficient lighting during nap time to ensure staff was able to visible observe children in care. The counselor advised that the classroom was too dark and was not able to see each sleeping childs face. The provider turned on the lights to the neighboring classroom which provided sufficient lighting for the classroom to be able to visually supervise children sleeping. TA was provided to ensure that the provider has sufficient lighting that is added, or overhead lights utilized to ensure adequate lighting.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
Official code
14-03
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 inspection, the counselor observed that the stationary outdoor equipment had paint chipping and is in need of being sanded down and repainted to ensure the equipment is safe and sanitary for use for children in care. The outdoor equipment to include the blue stationary metal car, the orange hand handle bar on the 4 way seesaw, the blue monkey bars and the red red metal car with blue barrel on both the younger and older children's playgrounds. TA was provided to ensure that the equipment is repainted by the due date.
Correction status
Due by July 10, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
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
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the mixed age classroom with children ages two through five years old napping spaced too close together and not maintaining 18 inches apart. The counselor reminded the provider that children must be spaced 18 inches apart during nap time. The provider moved some children around the classroom once some furniture was removed to ensure that children were 18 inches apart at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the children in care are spaced 18 inches apart during nap time at all times.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
Official code
19-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
The nap/sleep space was under furniture or against furniture that created a hazard. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, D Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the mixed age classroom with children ages two through five years old napping near stacked chairs that created a safety hazard to children. The counselor advised the provider that the stacked chairs stored close to where children were napping was a potential hazard and will need to be moved to eliminate the hazard. The provider immediately removed the stacked chairs from the classroom away from sleeping children in care. TA was provided to ensure that children do not nap near any potential hazards to remain in compliance for this standard.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
Official code
19-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, L
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the two and three year old classroom with no diapering procedures posted near the diaper changing station. The counselor advised that at a previous inspection, the procedures were posted. The provider advised that they have rearranged the classrooms and it may have been taken down. The counselor provided a copy of diaper changing procedures and the provider immediately posted them near the diapering station. TA was provided to ensure that the diaper changing procedures are posted near the diapering station at all times.
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of reinspection, the counselor determined that the child listed on the supplemental still had an Immunization record on file that was expired as of 2/1/2024. The provider advised that the parent brought in another copy of the Immunization record after the last inspection but the expiration date was not updated. The counselor advised provider that the form is expired and a current copy of the Immunization is needed for compliance for this standard. The provider stated that they will get an updated copy. TA was provided to ensure that the Immunization record is current by the due date.
The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 14.2, number 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the fire extinguishers throughout the facility with fire extinguishers not serviced or retagged annually. The fire extinguishers were last tagged 01/2023. Counselor advised the provider that rules states fire extinguishers must be serviced and retagged annually. TA was provided to ensure that the fire extinguishers are retagged by the due date. At the time of the inspection, Licensing counselor observed the providers last fire drill was conducted on ___1/8/2024__________. The provider conducted a lockdown drill on ____4/14/2023__________ and a weather drill conducted on __1/9/2024__________ . The fire extinguishers were last t ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 1, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-05
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 (Section 13.4, number 2) Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the facility did not have the appropriate number of staff needed on site for the amount of children in care. The facility had 34 children present and 3 staff have current CPR certification. The additional child care personnel listed on the supplemental do not have CPR credentials but were present at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the staff has CPR credentials by the due date.
Correction status
Due by February 12, 2024
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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 (Section 13.4, number 2) Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the facility did not have the appropriate number of staff needed on site for the amount of children in care. The facility had 34 children present and 3 staff have current First Aid training certification. The additional child care personnel listed on the supplemental do not have First Aid training credentials but were present at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the staff has First Aid credentials by the due date.
Correction status
Due by February 12, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
Official code
37-02
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 (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the child listed on the supplemental had an expired immunization record on file. The immunization record on file expired 2/1/2024. TA was provided to ensure that a current Immunization record is on file by the due date.
Correction status
Due by March 1, 2024
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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 (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the child listed on the supplemental with no medical physical form on file for Licensing to review. TA was provided to ensure that a current medical physical form is on file by the due date.
Correction status
Due by March 1, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
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 (Section 19.4, number 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental had Child Abuse and Neglect forms that were not signed annually. Staff 1, form was last signed 1/20/2023 and staff 2 and 3, form was last signed 1/4/2023. The provider had staff to sign a current Child Abuse and Neglect form at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the Child Abuse and Neglect form is signed annually. Counselor reviewed all 6 staff files.
The facilitys written plan of scheduled activities did not include a variety of activities that range from structured to unstructured in that [Free play and small group time was offered multiple times throughout the day but no structured activities were planned for all children, instructor lead. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, A, B, C, D, F, G, H General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the four and five classroom and the two and three year old classroom with classroom schedules that consisted of multiple times of the day of free play and small groups and not enough time consisting of structured group activities. During free play counselor observed staff doing written table activities with some children and the rest of the children were observed running around the classroom, kicking and hitting other children and also playing inappropriately in that children were taking toys from other children. Counselor asked what activity the class was working on and the staff all replied, free play. Counselor advised that ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by October 27, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
Official code
09-05
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the one year old teacher holding her cell phone playing the wheels on the bus song with video on the carpet with all of the one year olds in a circle watching the phone. Counselor advised staff that music only songs can be found to play with no video for children of that age group. Counselor also advised provider that facility has been told this information in past inspections. Staff turned the video on the cell phone off. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that media is not offered to children under the age of two years old.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
Official code
09-06
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 inspection, the counselor observed the facility in need of cleaning. Specifically, counselor observed all refrigerators in the one year old classroom and the kitchen with debris, build up as well as dead cockroaches at the bottom of the refrigerator in the one year old classroom. Counselor also observed carpets and floors in need of cleaning. Facility was also observed with dust build up. The counselor asked provider if classroom cleaning is getting completed daily because cleaning logs throughout the facility were not current and several children were couching. Also, counselor observed the outside back door leading to the playground with crayon drawing on the ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by October 27, 2023
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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 inspection, the counselor observed paint chipping throughout the facility. Specific to the inside frame of the front door as well as the door frame of the door entering into the two and three year old classroom. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that provider sands down and repaints all areas throughout the facility in need of painting.
Correction status
Due by October 27, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
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
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that provider can not produce a current log for indoor outdoor cleaning. The providers cleaning log was not up to date throughout the facility as well as the providers physical environment log. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the logs are completed daily and or monthly as documentation that cleaning and walk through inspections for hazards are being completed.
Correction status
Due by October 27, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-19
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
A potentially harmful item, [spray bottle with chemical ], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed in the one year old classroom a spray bottle with an unknown chemical present that was not labeled. Staff immediately labeled the chemical name of bleach and water on the spray bottle. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that spray bottles containing substances are labeled at all times.
The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the cabinet under the sink with a broken safety latch and the kitchen door opened. The cabinet contained multiple cleaning toxins and hazardous materials. Provider advised that a safety doorknob lock should be placed on the kitchen door and it should remain closed at all times as well as a new safety latch placed on the cabinet doors. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that toxic and hazardous materials are not accessible to children in care.
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 inspection, the counselor observed the older childrens playground with an active wasp nest under the right front side of the shaded canopy. Counselor observed the toddler playground with empty soda bottles, a bottle cap, and a plastic cup lid on the ground. Counselor reminded provider that a walk through should have been completed before the children accessed the playground and inspection should be documented and addressed. Staff immediately removed the wasp nest and discarded of the litter on the playground. Also, the counselor observed outdoor equipment that had paint chipping. Specific to the red and blue barrel, the blue money bars and the red and purple ri ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by October 27, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The garbage container used for the disposal of food waste was not emptied, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected daily. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.8. Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a garbage can in the kitchen that was filled with debris and food without a covered lid. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that garbage cans used for disposal of food have a lid covering.
Correction status
Due by October 27, 2023
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-12
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
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a gallon of reduced fat milk expired as of 9/22/2023 and a loaf of bread expired as of 8/26/2023. Provider discarded of the expired food items. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that expired foods are not offered to children in care.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-18
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ properly covered or sealed]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, counselor observed sliced sandwich cheese and shredded cheese that was not sealed or stored appropriately in the refrigerator in the kitchen. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that perishable leftover food items are stored appropriately.
Correction status
Due by October 27, 2023
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-21
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Open packages of dried goods were not [ discarded according to the manufacturers date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, E
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed dried snack foods such as cheese its and vanilla wafers stored in an older animal cracker bin that was not labeled with the current food item name and expiration date. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that dried goods stored are labeled with the name and expiration date.
Correction status
Due by October 27, 2023
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-22
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 inspection, the counselor observed frozen waffles in the freezer that were not labeled with the food item name or expiration date. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that if food items are removed from original packaging the food is labeled with name and manufacturers date.
Correction status
Due by October 27, 2023
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-24
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Food Acceptance Log was missing or was incomplete in that it did not [include the dates and was not current or maintained. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, E.1.
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facilitys food acceptance log did not include the date of the catered food item, pizza. Also, the log was dated August 2023 and provider advised they have offered the children pizza within the last few weeks but failed to document the dates on the log. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that a current, completed cater food acceptance log is posted and maintained by the due date.
Correction status
Due by October 27, 2023
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 27 - Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources
Official code
27-05
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 inspection, the counselor observed sippy cups in the one year old room that was not labeled with the childrens first and last names. Staff immediately labeled all of the sippy cups. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that bottles and sippy cups provided by parents are labeled with childrens first and last names. Also, if staff observes bottles not labeled, staff label the bottles.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
Official code
28-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the diaper changing station in the one year old classroom with a sticky substance on the diaper mat as well as under the mat there was debris and other litter present on the white mat under the blue and red plastic diaper changing mat. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the diaper changing stations are sanitized and disinfected after each use and maintained daily.
Correction status
Due by October 27, 2023
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The container used for the disposal of soiled diapers or the storage of used cloth diapers was not emptied, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected daily. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, J & K Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the garbage used to dispose of diapers was filled and not emptied as well as not covered with a lid. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that garbage is emptied and sanitized daily.
Correction status
Due by October 27, 2023
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-13
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, L
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed no diaper procedures posted near the diaper changing station in the two and three year old classroom. Provider placed the diaper changing procedures near the diaper changing station. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that diaper changing procedures are posted at all times.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-14
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [stationary outdoor equipment] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed all stationary equipment on both childrens playground with mulch that did not meet the requirement of 6 inches in depth. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that mulch meets the required 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter by the due date near all outdoor stationary equipment.
Correction status
Due by October 27, 2023
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel did not complete DCF required 5-hour Literacy course within 12 months of employment in the industry. Staff started in the industry May 2019. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that staff complete the required course by the due date.
Correction status
Due by October 27, 2023
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-06
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7, B [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not document 10 hour in service hours from 7/1/22-6/30/23. Technical assistance was provided for staff to document trainings on in service log by the due date.
Correction status
Due by October 27, 2023
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-08
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 inspection, the counselor determined that staff listed on the supplemental did not complete fire extinguisher training within 30 days of employment at the facility. Staff was hired on 6/6/2023. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that fire extinguisher training is completed and documented on file for Licensing to review.
Correction status
Due by October 27, 2023
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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
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that staff listed on the supplemental did not complete annual Blood borne pathogens refresher training and document it on file for Licensing to review. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that refresher training is completed and documented on file by the due date.
Correction status
Due by October 27, 2023
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
Official code
35-12
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not have a completed 5131 form on file for Licensing to review. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that 5131 form is completed and on file by the due date.
Correction status
Due by October 27, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-01
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that a complete 5 year work history verification was not complete for the staff listed on the supplemental. Staff worked at a licensed facility early 2023 and the employment was not listed on the work history and facility failed to verify employment prior to employment at the facility. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that verification is completed by the due date.
Correction status
Due by October 27, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [children were moved from the two and three year old classroom were not added to the classroom attendance roster].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the daily attendance roster of the four and five year old classroom and observed 11 children accounted for on attendance log. Provider stated that she received children from the two and three year old classroom because the staff was over ratio, prior to counselor arriving. Staff did not add the children to the transfer list at the time of transfer. Staff, logged the children onto the list once counselor asked. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all children are accounted for and classroom attendance is maintained. ENFORCEMENT
The child care personnel record did not include a signed statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employed. s.402.3055(1)(b), F.S. and Section 7.4, A Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a signed supplemental on file. Provider had staff to sign a copy of the supplemental immediately and placed it in the file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all staff have a signed supplemental statement on file.
Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [ chil.dren with mulch in their mouth, children climbing the fence, also one child was putting mulch in another child's mouth. The child care personnel was not circulating the playground, licensing pointed out these things and the other staff was guarding the gate so that children did not run away from their group]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed children with mulch in their mouth, children climbing the fence into the younger playground, also one child was putting mulch in another child's mouth. The child care personnel was not circulating the playground due to having to guard a gate from children trying to run and leave their group. Technical assistance was provided to ensure to hire more staff the facility might benefit from additional staff and possibly ELC and United Way to visit to assist child care personnel and help focus on the rambunctious children who tend to run away as well as ensure that teachers are actively watching the children while outside. Provider s ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-04
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 reinspection, counselor observed the older childrens playground with sticks and tree branches on the ground that children were playing with, which is also a tripping hazard. Also, the blue and orange riding ponies had paint chipping on the handles and top of the equipment. The green, purple and red climbing barrel, the money bars and the blue metal car has paint chipping on the equipment. As well as the shaded canopy had insect nest ad spider webs with spiders present. Provider removed most of the spider webs and spiders from the playground. On the backside of the fence along the older children's playground there is a nail protruding and exposed. Also, the coun ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by August 7, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
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 [the toys were dirty and covered in sand]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of reinspection, counselor observed the younger childrens playground equipment not maintained. The toys were dirty and covered in sand and some water. The swings on both playgrounds were extremely low and children were not able to utilize it as it is supposed to be. Instead, children were standing on the swing inside. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that during the daily outdoor inspection toys are being cleaned and maintained. Extra time is allotted to align the due dates given.
Correction status
Due by August 7, 2023
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [stationary equipment did not have six inches of mulch in depth] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of reinspection, counselor observed the multicolored teeter totter with 1 and a half inches of mulch. The swings were observed with 4 inches of mulch. In addition to all other stationary equipment observed with less than 6 inches of mulch. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all stationary equipment has six inches of mulch surrounding and in depth by the due date.
The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the children in one year old classroom not following the planned activities. During the ten o clock hour the child care personnel failed to take the children outdoors as scheduled for that hour. When licensing asked why the children were not outdoors the child care personnel stated that the outdoor equipment is wet due to the rain last night. The provider inspected the equipment outdoor and equipment was not wet, children went outdoors after their scheduled time. Technical assistance was provided to ensure the planned activities are followed and that an alternate schedule is documented in the case of bad weather only.
Correction status
Due by August 7, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
Official code
09-02
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]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed paint chipping in the first classroom on the bottom of the wall near the one year old classroom. Also, paint is chipping in the one year old classroom on the wall near the diaper changing station. Also, the back side of the door leading to the playground has crayon marks and rust under the window, provider is advised to clean the area. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the areas are sanded and repainted in the areas and throughout the facility, doors are cleaned by the due date.
Correction status
Due by August 7, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
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
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that outdoor is not inspected and logged on the indoor/outdoor log. Counselor observed an indoor log but the outdoor was missing and not documented. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that daily indoor/outdoor log is required and must be inspected daily to ensure areas are safe and free of hazards.
Correction status
Due by August 7, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-19
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed several sleeping mats that were torn with the foam exposed. Provider was advised to remove old mats and replace the current mats that are torn by the due date. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that mats are maintained have an impermeable surface.
Correction status
Due by August 7, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Clean, sanitary drinking water was not available to all children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.8
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed child care personnel in the two and three year old classroom giving a child water from the hand washing sink, the children came in from outside and were sweaty and were not given water to drink. One child looked flush and licensing asked the teacher to give her water she did from the handwashing sink. Provider states that there is a filtered water cooler located in the building and she will advise the child care personnel to use it for drinking water. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that child are given safe drinking water.
Correction status
Due by August 7, 2023
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
Official code
25-20
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the mat used on the diaper changing station was torn. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that surface remains impermeable.
Correction status
Due by August 7, 2023
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-06
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have employment history verification documented on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that employment history is documented and verified on file to include 5 years.
Correction status
Due by August 7, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-04
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental left the industry in April 2022 and did not return to the industry until hire date of 6/6/23. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that staff is rescreened prior to hire if there is a break in service.
Correction status
Due by July 17, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Supervision of children in the [1-2 year old classroom ] group was inadequate in that [ a child was left in a highchair without safety straps and was observed standing up. The teacher was not aware until the supervisor alerted her. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, a child in the one-year-old room was observed in a high chair and standing up with no straps The child's high chair was leaning and he could have fallen out of it. The supervisor had to alert staff that he was in the high chair standing up and about to fall. The child was taken out of the high chair resolving the noncompliance.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility didnt have a written plan of scheduled activities. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, there is no schedule posted. All teachers were asked about a schedule and one stated that she had it posted at some point. The other two stated that the schedules are not posted. One noted that they do not follow a schedule during the summer time. Schedules are only followed when its school time. During the summer they just do a free for all. Technical assistance provided to have a planned activity schedule and post it and follow it.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
Official code
09-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C
Report comments
The one year old classroom should not be watching television and or have it on. The classroom had Cocomelon playing. Technical assistance was provided to refrain from any television use in this classroom. They can have music playing in the background if they choose.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
Official code
09-06
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]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the children were watching Lion King in the 4 and 5 year old classroom. Technical assistance was provided regarding that only educational programs can be watched or anything that promotes physical activity.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
Official code
09-07
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, there was paint chipping on the door of the four year old classroom, paint chipping in the classroom of the one year and the classroom by the two year old also has paint that is chipping. The chipped paint is in reach of the children/or can be in reach of the children.. Technical assistance provided to sandpaper those areas and repaint them.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
The child that was taken out of the highchair listed on the supplemental was placed at the table. He was observed eating off other children's plates. Some of the other children had running nose and coughs. The issue was resolved when he got a plate of food and started eating his own food. The director acknowledged that he normally eats two plates of food.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, a child was observed with no shoes on in the classroom. The teacher was questioned as to where his shoes were and she stated that she did not know. Later that same child was seen on the playground where there is dirt, mulch, sand and ants with no shoes. Technical support provided to have the child wear shoes. He needs some protective gear on his feet.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-06
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
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the daily inspection log was completed after May 22, 2023. Technical assistance provided that indoor and outdoor play areas need to be inspected daily and maintained for 12 months.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-19
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the hand sanitizer and Febreze was stored in area that children can reach. The teacher was advised of this and stated she did not know hand sanitizer couldn't' be in the reach of children- this was in the 2-3 year old classroom. Supervisor assisted by moving the items further up on a shelf that children would nnot be able to reach.
The facility failed to post the room capacity in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.4.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the 2-3 year old classroom did not have a capacity posted. Technical assistance was provided to post the capacity. in the classroom.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
Official code
15-05
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 playground was observed with a wasp nest under the shaded area and an abundance of other nest under the shaded area. Technical assistance provided to remove all nest from under the shaded area. Also, on the playground was wet tissue paper that need to be removed and the cap. Technical assistance was provided to remove all liter from the playground. Also, several playground equipment have chipped paint. Technical assistance was provided to sand and repaint any chipped equipment.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The bedding available for children in care was not cleaned and/or sanitized at least once a week, and/or before use by another child. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the bedding - blankets were observed to be unsanitary as they were dirty. Technical assistance provided that bedding must be cleaned weekly or when they are observed unsanitary.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, several floor mats throughout the facility was observed torn. Technical assistance to go through the facility and replace the ones torn.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The bath facility was not cleaned and/or sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, G
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the children's bathroom was observed with toilet paper on the floor with the roll. Also, both toilets were not flushed and had urine in them. Technical support to monitor the bathrooms when the children go and use. There needs to be supervision.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
Official code
21-10
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
Emergency preparedness drills were not conducted when children were in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, B Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the fire drill and emergency preparedness log was reviewed. The provider failed to complete an inclement weather drill from February 18. 2022 February 17, 2023. Technical assistance to complete the drill and one extra for this year.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-15
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Children were provided food that was not age appropriate and/or posed a choking hazard. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B & C Food and Nutrition [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, there were 2 children that were one years of age eating whole chicken nuggets. Technical assistance provided to follow the rule Foods that are associated with young childrens choking incidents must not be served to children under 4 years of age, such as, but not limited to, whole/round hot dogs, popcorn, chips, pretzel nuggets, whole grapes, nuts, cheese cubes/sticks and any food that is of similar shape and size of the trachea/windpipe. Food for infants must be cut into pieces inch or smaller, food for toddlers must be cut into pieces inch or smaller to prevent choking. The issue was resolved when the supervisor cut the chicken up for the children in care.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
Official code
25-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
A refrigerator was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1.
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of the inspection, the 2-3 old classroom had a refrigerator that did not have thermometer. The teacher said she would obtain one this weekend. Technical assistance to obtain it and place it in the refrigerator.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
Official code
25-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
A freezer was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 0 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1.
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of the inspection, the 2-3 old classroom had a freezer that did not have thermometer. The teacher said she would obtain one this weekend. Technical assistance to obtain it and place it in the freezer.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
Official code
25-08
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility's menu was not [ was not written]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the menu that was posted stopped for today. The menu only showed breakfast as milk and the rest was left blank. Technical assistance to update the menu and ensure it is followed. The menu should be planned at the beginning of each week.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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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]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the bottles and sippy cups in the one year old room were not all labeled. Several cups and a bottle was not labeled. Technical assistance was provided to label all bottles and sippy cups with the children's first and last names.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
Official code
28-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Child care personnel did not wash their hands [after diapering]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the staff in the 2-3yr. old classroom changed several children's diapers and did not wash their hands. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that staff must wash their hands after each diapering.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
Official code
29-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Diapering occurred in a room that did not have a hand washing station or did not have a hand washing station in an adjoining area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, A Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the two-three-year-old classroom had children that required diaper and there is no handwashing station in the room. Technical assistance that a handwashing station needs to be in the room when children required diapering or are in pull ups.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, three children had diapers changed. The teacher in the 2-3 year old classroom did not wipe the diaper changing table with a sanitizer or disinfectant. Technical assistance provided that the changing table cannot be wiped with diaper wipes but must be cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection in the 23-year-old classroom, diaper cream was on the diaper changing table and in that basket was a granola bar. Also in the diaper changing area books and tissue and other non-related items were stored. Technical support to remove all items that are not related to diaper changing.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-07
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, L
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the diaper procedure was not posted in the diaper changing area in the 2-3 and 1-year old room. Technical assistance was provided to post diaper procedure in the changing area.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-14
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 [the equipment on the younger playground equipment was either turned over, covered with sand or had water in it. The equipment was not cleaned prior to use. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of th inspection, the equipment on the younger playground equipment was either turned over, covered with sand or had water in it. The equipment was not cleaned prior to use. Technical assistance that the equipment should be cleaned and ready to use.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [tunnels, slides, swings, and rockers] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection none of the stationary equipment had six inches of mulch in depth. They measured anywhere from 2-4 inches in depth. Technical assistance to add more mulch and meet the height requirement of six inches in depth and 6 feet around the perimeter.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the owner has been in the facility several times over the years around the children and being in direct supervision of the children and has not taken her 40-hour DCF required training. Technical assistance: Extra time is being allotted for her to complete her 40 hour DCF training.
Correction status
Due by August 31, 2023
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
Report comments
The owner needs to complete her 5 hours of early literacy. This can be completed online. Technical assistance was provided to complete the course.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-06
Higher concern: Medication
Report finding
The facility did not obtain written authorization prior to administering emergency non-prescription medication. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, D and K Health Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Several children in the 2-3 year old classroom have diaper ointment that a parent has not provided authorization for. Also, in the one year old classroom the child had TUMS, colic medicine and a laxative. There is no parent authorization. Technical assistance provided to have parents provide written authorization prior to administering the medication.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
Official code
40-09
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, two children did not have a current student health exam as they were expired. Technical assistance to have the parent obtain a current student health exam and provide it to you.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-02
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 [parents were not provided inforamtion ]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of the inspection there are several children did not have a distracted driver for the month of April. Technical assistance to provide information to the parents and have them acknowledge it. At the time of the inspection, the provider stated she has currently 30 attending,. The files A-L were checked, which resulted in 12 files.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
Official code
43-10
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [2-3 year old clasrrom and the 4-5 year old classroom. ].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, not all children were accounted for on the classroom roster. There were several children missing. This was completed at the time of the inspection as the roster was completed. ENFORCEMENT
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 (Section 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor did not receive an annual fire inspection for the facility. The provider stated they are still waiting for the local fire authority to approve the annual fire inspection after they replace a light bulb that has not been delivered yet. Technical assistance was provided to ensure the facility has an annual fire inspection before the due date.
Correction status
Due by February 13, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Garbage containing food waste was not disposed of in a leak proof, nonabsorbent container with a tight fitting lid. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.8. (Section 17.1, number 1) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor observed two garbage cans without lids; one in the kitchen and one in the first room (4's and 5's room). Technical assistance was provided to ensure all garbage cans have tight fitting lids.
Correction status
Due by March 5, 2023
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-11
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 renewal inspection, the counselor observed pancakes and waffles in the freezer to either not be labeled by date or by type. Technical assistance was provided to ensure all frozen food are labeled by date and type. This was completed at time of inspection as the food was labeled by date and type.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-24
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [helicopter, monkey bars, both sets of swings, horses, blue car, blue crawl tube, yellow and red slide, and green tube train] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor observed that the mulch under the helicopter, monkey bars, both sets of swings, horses, blue car, blue crawl tube, yellow and red slide, and green tube train was not at least 6 inches deep and 6 feet around the perimeter. Each was measured to be less than 4 inches in depth. Technical assistance was provided to ensure mulch is at least 6 inches deep and at least 6 feet around the perimeter of the fall zone.
Correction status
Due by March 5, 2023
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-07
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 (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor observed a child's file listed on the supplemental that did not have a Florida Certificate of Immunization. The file contained immunization records from the state of Iowa and the child has been enrolled since 12/5/22. Technical assistance was provided to ensure children have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) on file within 30 days of enrollment.
Correction status
Due by March 5, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-01
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 (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor reviewed 15 children's files and determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have a student health examination on file within 30 days of enrollment. The child's enrollment date is 12/5/2022. Technical assistance was provided to ensure all children have a documented student health examination in the file within 30 days of enrollment.
Correction status
Due by March 5, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
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
Report comments
At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor reviewed attendance records from October 2022-February 2023 and determined that several children throughout October 2022- February 2023 were missing arrival and departure times on both transition sheets and sign in/sign out sheets that the parents sign. Several children were not documented on the transition/classroom roster sheet even though they were signed in by a parent. Technical assistance was provided to ensure classroom rosters coincide with sign in/sign out sheets and have documented arrival and departure times for each child. ENFORCEMENT
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
At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the children throughout the facility not a minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. Technical assistance was provided to ensure at minimum of 18 between each napping/sleeping space.
Correction status
Due by July 1, 2023
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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
At the time of inspection, Counselor determined the Volunteer listed on supplemental did not have current Child Abuse and Neglect reporting requirement forms on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure Child Abuse and Neglect forms are signed on an annually. The facility no longer has any volunteers, per the director on June 1, 2023, during a routine inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
A Volunteer Acknowledgement (Form CF-FSP 5217) was not on file prior to volunteering. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F
Report comments
At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the volunteer listed on the supplemental form did not have a Volunteer Acknowledgement (Form CF-FSP 5217) was not on file prior to volunteering. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all volunteers completed a volunteers complete the acknowledgment form prior to volunteering. The facility no longer has any volunteers, per the director on June 1, 2023, during a routine inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-05
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
Report comments
At the time inspection, Counselor determined that the facility did not maintain the volunteer hours. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that volunteer hours worked are documented and maintained. The facility no longer has any volunteers, per the director on June 1, 2023, during a routine inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-06
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a complete CF- FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements on file. The standard was brought back into compliance when the provider completed the CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-01
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a completed 5-year work history on file. Technical assistance provided to ensure a complete 5-year work history completed on all Child Care Personnel. Also, on June 3, 2023, during a routine inspection, the provider notified the Department that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental is no longer employed as of May 14, 2023.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-04
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
Could you describe your current process for ensuring that attendance rosters accurately track every child throughout the day, especially during classroom transitions?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show multiple instances where attendance rosters did not accurately reflect the children present in a classroom. This question helps parents understand how the center maintains accurate supervision records during the daily movement of children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure all staff members have completed their required background screening and employment verification documentation?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report noted instances where required background screening or employment verification documents were missing or incomplete for staff. This question allows the director to explain their current administrative practices for maintaining personnel files.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the storage of items like cleaning supplies and sharp tools to ensure they remain inaccessible to children at all times?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show a repeated pattern of concerns regarding the accessibility of hazardous materials and sharp objects. This question helps parents understand the center's current protocols for keeping these items securely stored.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your procedure for monitoring medication expiration dates and ensuring that any expired or unused medication is promptly returned to parents?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate that an inspection found expired medication on hand. This question allows the director to explain the current system for tracking and managing medication to ensure it remains current and compliant.
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General question
How do you ensure that teachers are prepared to handle emergency situations, such as maintaining current first aid and CPR certifications for all staff?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Ensuring that staff are properly trained in emergency response is a fundamental part of maintaining a secure environment. This question helps parents understand the center's commitment to ongoing staff training and preparedness.