Bright Futures Early Learning Center

40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (40-04)

A medication, [Epi Pen], brought to the center for administration, was not in its original container. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, C Health Requirements [SR] Comments: The Provider accepted two expired Epi Pens not in its original container from a parent/guardian. The Provider will ensure medication accepted is in its original container and not expired. The Provider will obtain up to date Epi Pens from the parent/guardian in the original container and submit pictures to the licensing office via email on or before 10/27/2025. Per DCF Handbook: C. Prescription and non-prescription medication brought to the child care facility by the custodial parent or legal guardian must be in the original container. Prescription medication must have a label stating the name and contact information of the physician and/or pharmacy, childs name, name of the medication, and medication directions. All prescription and non-prescription medication must be dispensed according to written directions on the prescription label or printed manufacturers label and maintained at the appropriate temperature. Due: 10/27/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-25. View official inspection document (report b3a1c680-161e-4a4f-afb4-151a308911e0)

40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (40-22)

Additional documentation describing the symptoms that would require the prescription and/or non-prescription medication used on an as needed basis to be administered was not on file. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, A and 2.5.3, C & D Health Requirements [SR] Comments: The Provider accepted three medication authorization forms with as needed and no symptoms listed on the form. The Provider will have the parent/guardian complete the medication authorization form listing the symptoms required for the prescription. The Provider will submit the completed form to the licensing office via email on or before 10/27/2025 via email. Per DCF Handbook: A. The child care program must have written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian to give prescription and non- prescription medications. This authorization must be dated and signed by the custodial parent or legal guardian and contain the childs name; the name of the medication to be given; and date, time and amount of the correct dosage to be given. Prescription and non- prescription medications that are used on an as needed basis require the parent/ legal guardian to provide additional documentation on the authorization form to describe symptoms that would require the medication to be given. The child care provider must never administer a medication that is prescribed for one child to another child. RECORD KEEPING Due: 10/27/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-25. View official inspection document (report b3a1c680-161e-4a4f-afb4-151a308911e0)

44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (44-04)

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] Comments: The employees listed on the supplemental form have expired child abuse and neglect forms. The Provider will ensure child abuse and neglect forms are signed annually. The Provider will submit current child abuse and neglect forms to the licensing office on or before 10/27/2025 via email. Due: 10/27/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-25. View official inspection document (report b3a1c680-161e-4a4f-afb4-151a308911e0)

23. (23-05)

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 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Fire extinguishers are expired 01/24. 3.8.2 Fire Safety A. Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must be documented and maintained on file at the program. B. Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times. C. The distance to the nearest extinguisher shall not be more than 75 feet from rooms occupied by children. A fire extinguisher must be present in vehicles used to transport children and areas where food is prepared. D. Automatic range-top fire suppression systems are required in the kitchen for facilities that deep fry food. Suppression hood systems must be maintained and inspected by a certified inspector. A copy of the current and approved annual inspection notating compliance with the Florida Fire Prevention Code as adopted in Chapter 69A-60, F.A.C, must be on file with the licensing authority. 3.8.3 Exit Areas The exits must be clearly marked, identifying the path to safety in case of an emergency. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Provider will send pictures of new inspection tags, per email by 03/03/25 FOOD AND NUTRITION Not Applicable Comments Parents provide all meals and snacks. 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Applicable Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-03. View official inspection document (report cbf3f610-93ca-4b3e-b347-cba4e3fc8ad3)

28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (28-02)

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] Comments: Six bottles stored in the refrigerator were not labeled with the child's first and/or last name. The Provider will ensure all bottles are labeled prior to being placed in the refrigerator. The Provider labeled the six bottles with children's first and last name at the time of inspection. Per DCF Handbook: 3.9.5 Food Handling B. The provider must make sure all formula and food brought from home are labeled with the childs first and last name. The provider is responsible for the label; therefore, if the label is not completed by the parent, child care personnel must put the label on when the formula or food is received. 3.9.6 Breastmilk, Infant Formula, and Food B. Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily. SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-16. View official inspection document (report 7a5a7f74-4ff4-4575-8af9-0bf092e8a66f)

30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (30-01)

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] Comments: Licensing counselor observed childcare personnel change a child's diaper in an area without a handwashing station. A handwashing station is not located in neither of the two one year old classrooms or two year old classroom. Childcare personnel used a wipe to clean the child's hands after diapering instead of running water. Handwashing requirements discussed with the Owner. The Provider will add a handwashing station to the two one year old diapering areas or stop diapering in the classrooms. Per Owner a handwashing station will be added in which both classes will have access too. The Owner will send pictures of the new set up of the handwashing station to the licensing office on or before 09/30/2024 via email. Per DCF Handbook: 3.10.2 Diapering Requirements A. When children in diapers are in care, a hand-washing station that includes a sink with running water, soap, trash receptacle, and disposable towels or hand drying machines that are properly installed and maintained shall be provided in the room or in an adjoining area which opens into the room. B. Hands must be washed and dried thoroughly after each diapering or toileting procedure, and all surfaces that have been touched must be cleaned and sanitized or disinfected to prevent the spread of germs. D. The diaper changing area must be physically separated from the food preparation, food service, and feeding area. E. When children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. G. Items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table. L. Diaper changing procedure must be posted in the changing area and followed to protect the health and safety of children and child care personnel. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-16. View official inspection document (report 7a5a7f74-4ff4-4575-8af9-0bf092e8a66f)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-03)

The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 Comments: The employees listed on the supplemental form did not start their required DCF training within 90 days of employment. The employees will start a course within Part 1 or Part 2 of the introductory training on or before 10/16/2024. The Provider will submit the employees DCF training transcript to the licensing office via email to verify compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-16. View official inspection document (report 7a5a7f74-4ff4-4575-8af9-0bf092e8a66f)

42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (42-01)

Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Record Keeping [SR] Comments: The children listed on the supplemental form do not have student health forms in their files. The Provider will obtain current student health forms from the parent/guardian. Submit documentation to the licensing office on or before 10/16/2024 via email. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-16. View official inspection document (report 7a5a7f74-4ff4-4575-8af9-0bf092e8a66f)

43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (43-02)

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] Comments: The children listed on the supplemental form have incomplete enrollment forms. The Provider will have the parent/guardian complete the enrollment forms. The Provider will submit completed enrollment forms to the licensing office via email on or before 10/16/2024. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-16. View official inspection document (report 7a5a7f74-4ff4-4575-8af9-0bf092e8a66f)

45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-05)

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] Comments: The employees listed on the supplemental form did not have completed employment verification documented. The Provider will complete employment verification and submit documentation to the licensing office on or before 10/16/2024 via email. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-16. View official inspection document (report 7a5a7f74-4ff4-4575-8af9-0bf092e8a66f)