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24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (24-21)

Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ properly covered or sealed, labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: Specialist observed sandwich creme cookies in kitchen left open. All food needs to sealed and labeled with a date after opening. Provider discarded the cookies. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 30: D. Opened packages of perishable or leftover food items must be or sealed in containers or bags, labeled with the date, and properly stored and discarded within seven calendar days. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-13. View official inspection document (report 49d0a897-4415-4701-b20c-10dd5ef3775d)

21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 (21-14)

The toileting facility did not have: [ paper towels or hand drying machines] , and within the reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, H Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Specialist observed in the bathroom used by the three year old children that the paper towel holder was too high for children to reach and coming off the wall. The holder will need to be moved lower and secured so that children may use the paper towels without assistance. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 27: H. Running water, soap, trash receptacles, toilet paper, and disposable towels or hand-drying machines that are properly installed and maintained must be available and within reach of children using the bathroom. Due: 12/1/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-13. View official inspection document (report 49d0a897-4415-4701-b20c-10dd5ef3775d)

12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-02)

An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Specialist observed that the water fountain in the two year old classroom area had a metal side piece that was hanging down and sharp. It will need to be repaired or removed. The air conditioner vents right outside the kitchen is dirty with lint coming through. The filter will need to be checked and replaced and the vent cleaned. There is an outlet on the outside playground that has a metal cover. The cover is missing a screw and hanging down exposing the outlet. It will need to be repaired. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 20: 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. B. It is the responsibility of the director/operator to ensure all areas and equipment of the facility are free from fire hazards, such as lint build up in heating and air vents, filters, exhaust fans, ceiling fans, and dryer vents. This includes grease build-up in ovens, stoves and food equipment. Due: 12/1/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-13. View official inspection document (report 49d0a897-4415-4701-b20c-10dd5ef3775d)

34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 (34-04)

The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7 Comments: The Director for this program allowed her credential to lapse. She has applied for the renewal but still has one more document to submit. Specialist provided technical assistance as to the missing documentation and ways to complete the requirement. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 46 and 47: Section 402.305(2)(g), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. 4.7.2 Director Credential Renewal A. To maintain an active Director Credential at either level, candidates must complete the renewal section of the CF-FSP Form 5290, Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential and Renewal Application, which may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. B. A Director Credential renewal, as documented on the Departments training transcript is active for five years from the date of issuance. The completed renewal application, including all required documentation, may be submitted to the Department for review and issuance of a Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential no earlier than one year prior to the end of the active period of the Director Credential. The Director Credential renewal date is determined by the end date of the active period. C. If a renewal application is received after the end of the active period for the Director Credential, the Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential and Renewal Application will be reviewed and, if approved, a certificate will be issued with a renewal date of five years from the date the completed renewal application was processed. Due: 8/19/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-24. View official inspection document (report 64316296-d2ef-4f5c-bf45-a5b092ad16c6)

30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (30-10)

Soiled disposable diapers were not disposed of in a plastic-lined, securely covered container. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, J Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Specialist observed soiled diapers in a trash pail with no lid. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 37: J. Soiled or wet disposable diapers must be disposed of in a plastic lined, securely covered container that is not accessible to the children. The container must be emptied, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected, at least, daily. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-25. View official inspection document (report f6b38c2b-d15b-426d-a468-10d98d7d18eb)

30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (30-06)

Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Specialist observed that the diaper changing table pad had small tears in it. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 37: 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. Due: 4/4/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-25. View official inspection document (report f6b38c2b-d15b-426d-a468-10d98d7d18eb)

17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (17-01)

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] Comments: Specialist observed litter on the playground: An old bandage, paper towels, and chip, cookie, and candy wrappers that could be a choking hazard to the younger children that use this playground. A staff member swept the playground area and removed the debris while specialist was completing her inspection. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 24: A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-25. View official inspection document (report f6b38c2b-d15b-426d-a468-10d98d7d18eb)

24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (24-09)

The food preparation area does not have a hand washing station or the hand washing station did not include the following: [a handwashing sign with procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7. Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: Specialist observed that the handwashing sink in the kitchen was not labeled and did not have proper handwashing procedures posted. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 30: 7. A separate handwashing station with hot running water, a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The handwashing station must include a sink with running water and drainage, soap, trash can, and disposable towels or hand-drying machines that are properly installed and maintained. A handwashing sink shall not be used for any purpose other than handwashing. Handwashing stations must include posted signs visible to child care personnel and children demonstrating proper handwashing technique. Portable sinks may not be used for dishwashing or food preparation. If a portable sink is used for handwashing in the food preparation area, hot water must be provided. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-06. View official inspection document (report d4e37379-7476-418d-b12a-b4af5d03b235)

29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 (29-11)

The facility failed to have a test kit or other device to accurately measure the concentration of the sanitizing solution used for ware washing. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.4, A.4. & C.3 Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Specialist observed that the facility does not have test strips to measure the concentration of chlorine used for sanitizing cookware and utensils in the kitchen. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 34: C. Chemical Sanitization. 1. If chemical sanitization is used, an exposure time of at least 7 seconds is required for a chlorine solution of 50 mg/L that has a pH of 10 or less and a temperature of at least 75 degrees Fahrenheit. 2. If other sanitizers are used, the manufacturer instructions must be strictly followed. 3. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration of the sanitizing solution must be available and used to confirm appropriate concentration of solution during each use. Compliance Comments Specialist did not observe a diaper change, however, the diaper changing table was clean. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-06. View official inspection document (report d4e37379-7476-418d-b12a-b4af5d03b235)