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32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (32-07)

The ground cover or other protective surface under the [anchored climbers] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: The ground cover or protective surface beneath the slides on the anchored climbers did not measure 6 inches in depth and extend a minimum of 6 feet in all directions. TRAINING 33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 Not Monitored Compliance Comments Licensing Specialist received an email on 6/4/26 with transcripts for two credentialed staff at the facility. Two other staff members are actively enrolled in the fast- track program to obtain their credentials. Will follow up on 7/6/26. Due: 7/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-09. View official inspection document (report da356b98-70e4-4ac4-95c9-7bea4c2dc1aa)

42. (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: There is a child in care enrolled on 11/3/2025 that is missing health/physical forms. 7.2 Student Health Records C. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 3/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-26. View official inspection document (report 38e8bcbe-a0f9-4dd4-82c0-cb9de9f64d93)

41. (41-02)

The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: There are children in care with expired immunization records. 7.1 Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C 22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Specific immunization requirements are included and detailed in the most current edition of the Immunization Guidelines-Florida Schools, Child Care Facilities and Family Day Care Homes as promulgated by the Florida Department of Health. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 3/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-26. View official inspection document (report 38e8bcbe-a0f9-4dd4-82c0-cb9de9f64d93)

34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 (34-01)

The facility was required to have at least [four] credentialed child care personnel and had [one] credentialed child care personnel CCF Handbook, Section 4.6.1, B Comments: There is one staff credential personnel at this facility that holds a current staff credential. 4.6.1 Calculating Number of Credentialed Personnel Necessary B. For every 20 children, a child care facility must have one child care personnel who meets the staff credential requirement. Based on this formula, child care facilities with 20-39 children must have one credentialed child care personnel, facilities with 40-59 children must have two credentialed child care personnel, and so on. The licensing authority will calculate the number of credentialed personnel required based on daily attendance. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 37. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 38. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 3/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-26. View official inspection document (report 38e8bcbe-a0f9-4dd4-82c0-cb9de9f64d93)

32. (32-07)

The ground cover or other protective surface under the [ anchored climbers] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: There is not 6 inches of mulch on the facility playground. (See supplemental) 3.12 Outdoor Equipment D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area. TRAINING Compliance Comments The facility does not provide transportation services. Due: 3/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-26. View official inspection document (report 38e8bcbe-a0f9-4dd4-82c0-cb9de9f64d93)

30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (30-02)

The hand washing station in the diapering area did not include [ running water]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: The childrens handwashing sink in the one-year-old classroom did not have running water. The staff member turned the water to the handwashing sink back on. 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. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-26. View official inspection document (report 38e8bcbe-a0f9-4dd4-82c0-cb9de9f64d93)

14. (14-05)

Cleaning (other than general clean-up activities) of a room took place while children were present in the room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection I observed the strong smell of bleach in the one-year-old classroom. Technical assistance was given corrected at time of inspection teacher was told to not use cleaning supplies when children are in care. 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements G. Cleaning must not take place while rooms are occupied by children except for general clean-up activities that are part of the daily routine. General cleaning refers to cleaning necessary to maintain a sanitary environment but that does not pose a hazard to children, such as wiping the table after lunch, soaking toys in a tub on the countertop, or sweeping. This does not include cleaning with hazardous materials or any cleaning which poses a risk of slipping or falling. 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-26. View official inspection document (report 38e8bcbe-a0f9-4dd4-82c0-cb9de9f64d93)

03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (03-01)

A ratio of [two] child care personnel for [eight infants] children is required. A ratio of [two] child care personnel for [nine infants] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection the facility was observed out of ratio there were two staff for nine infants, this was corrected at time of inspection when one infant was removed and sent home. 2.3 Ratios The staff-to-child ratio, as established in Section 402.305(4), F.S., is based on primary responsibility for the direct supervision of children and applies at all times while children are in care. Infants 9:2 One-year-olds 6:1 Two-year-olds 15:1 Two-year-olds 13:1 Three-year-olds 16:2 Four-year-olds 22:2 one-support staff Corrected ratio at 2:30pm additional staff arrived before licensing specialist departed the facility. Infants 8:2 (One infant sent home sick) One-year-olds 6:1 Two-year-olds 15:2 Two-year-olds 13:2 Three-year-olds 16:2 Four-year-olds 22:2 one-support staff Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-26. View official inspection document (report 38e8bcbe-a0f9-4dd4-82c0-cb9de9f64d93)

15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (15-01)

The facility is licensed to serve [8 infants in the infants classroom] children. A total of [eleven infants in the infant room ] children were counted at the center and/or were on a field trip. CCF Handbook , Section 3.4.1, C Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection there were eleven infants in the infant classroom the room capacity for the infant classroom is eight infants. The violation was corrected at the time of inspection, three of the one-year-olds present in the infant room were moved to the one-year-old classroom and a teacher was added to the one-year-old classroom from the infant classroom and brought the facility back into compliance. 16. Indoor Floor Space CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 Not Monitored 17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 Not Monitored 18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 Not Monitored 20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 Not Monitored 22. Operable Phone CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 Not Monitored 23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 Not Monitored FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 26. Meal and Snack Menus CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 & Section 7 Not Monitored 27. Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources CCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 Not Monitored 28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-18. View official inspection document (report d0175417-2b17-410e-abdf-50ca935c021d)

23. (23-02)

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] Comments: Monitored fire drill log, last fire drill conducted on 11/12/2025. Licensing Specialist MR observed fire drill on 07/11/2025 and initialed fire drill log. Licensing Specialist observed that the facility did not have a current and approved annual fire inspection. Licensing Specialist observed the last approved fire inspection was completed on 10/24/2024. Corrective action needed. Technical assistance was provided regarding maintaining a current and approved annual fire inspection as this can impact the renewal of the facility child care license. Due: 11/28/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-17. View official inspection document (report 9c2b8916-81b5-478a-9ee8-343fe6a86593)

23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (23-22)

Exit areas were not clear in accordance with fire safety regulations. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.3 Physical Environment [SR] Comments: 3.8.3 Exit Areas The exits must be clearly marked, identifying the path to safety in case of an emergency, at all times during the operation of the child care facility. The exits must not be blocked at any time. There was a cot with a sleeping child and a table and chair obstructing the emergency exit. Corrected at time of inspection the child and the table and chair were immediately removed and relocated. Technical assistance was given to director and staff members in the classroom at the time of inspection. FOOD AND NUTRITION Compliance Comments The facility does not provide food services. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-17. View official inspection document (report f4c7f9db-1cbe-4b73-b706-417c30e86fc3)

45. (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: 5.1 Initial Screening D. The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. The employer/owner/operator must make at least three attempts to obtain employment history information. Failed attempts to obtain employment history must be documented in the personnel file and include date, time, and the reason the information was not obtained. There are 4 staff members with no 5 year employment history check completed. (see Supplemental). Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-28. View official inspection document (report ec86ecd2-2378-4dcf-8d21-bb28abb8d1b9)

42. (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: 7.2 Student Health Records C. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. There are children in care with no physical forms on file. (See Supplemental) Compliance Comments . Monitored H1N1 and distracted driver brochure requirements. 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments Licensing specialist partially reviewed 15 staff files in office. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-28. View official inspection document (report ec86ecd2-2378-4dcf-8d21-bb28abb8d1b9)

41. (41-02)

The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: 7.1 Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.0011(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Specific immunization requirements are included and detailed in the most current edition of the Immunization Guidelines-Florida Schools, Child Care Facilities and Family Day Care Homes as promulgated by the Florida Department of Health. There are children in care with expired Immunization. (See Supplemental) 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 11/28/2024 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-28. View official inspection document (report ec86ecd2-2378-4dcf-8d21-bb28abb8d1b9)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-09)

The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR] Comments: 4.2.3 Safe Sleep/ Shaken Baby Syndrome Training All child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early childhood within 30 days of hire at the facility. For child care personnel to satisfy this requirement the training must be accomplished through one of following methods: Department's Health Safety and Nutrition course, Safe Sleep course, or the Early Learning Floridas Safe Sleep Practices. Documentation of training must be maintained on the Department's training transcript in the child care personnel record. There are staff members with no Safe sleep. (See supplemental) Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-28. View official inspection document (report ec86ecd2-2378-4dcf-8d21-bb28abb8d1b9)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. This may be accomplished by classroom attendance in a Department-approved training course, acquiring an educational exemption from a Department-approved training course, beginning a Department-approved online child care training course, or by receiving results from a Department-approved competency examination. The child care program is responsible for obtaining training documentation from child care personnel. There are staff members pass 90 day from the start of DCF training. (See supplemental) Due: 11/28/2024 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-28. View official inspection document (report ec86ecd2-2378-4dcf-8d21-bb28abb8d1b9)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-01)

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) Comments: 4.2.1 Mandated Introductory Training Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the competency examination requirement. Introductory training has not completed by staff members. (See supplemental) Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-28. View official inspection document (report ec86ecd2-2378-4dcf-8d21-bb28abb8d1b9)

30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (30-06)

Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: 3.10.2 Diapering Requirements E. When children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with a Non impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. Children are being changed on a non-impermeable changing mat in the two-year-old classroom. Technical assistance given on the proper way to diaper the children in care and this class of children will be relocated to a classroom with an available approved changing table. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-28. View official inspection document (report ec86ecd2-2378-4dcf-8d21-bb28abb8d1b9)

23. (23-21)

The automatic range-top fire suppression system was not maintained and inspected in accordance with the Florida Fire Prevention Code. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, D (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: 3.8.2 Fire Safety 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. The range-top fire system has not been serviced since 7/23/2023 and needs to be reinspected. FOOD AND NUTRITION Compliance Comments Food service inspection conducted. 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments Food service inspection conducted. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-28. View official inspection document (report ec86ecd2-2378-4dcf-8d21-bb28abb8d1b9)