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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: Licensing specialist observed the outdoor walkway leading to the playground exit to the front of the building full of miscellaneous items that can potentially cause disturbance upon exit should there be an emergency and needing to exit the playground. This exit area was cleared at time of inspection. TA was given, the importance of having a cleared walkway in case of an emergency. 3.5 Outdoor Play Area A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards. B. The outdoor area must be designed to allow childcare personnel to clearly see children while playing on all equipment. C. The outdoor play area must provide shade. Shade may be provided by trees, buildings, or structures. D. Children must not come into contact with any surface or equipment which poses a burn risk. E. The facilitys outdoor play area must be fenced as required by local ordinances to prevent access by children to all water hazards within or adjacent to outdoor play areas, such as pools, ditches, retention ponds, and fishponds. F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the buildings. If an outdoor play area was approved for usage by the Department prior to October 25, 2017, no new exits are required to be added to meet this standard. However, Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-15. View official inspection document (report 3204f98f-8c0a-4119-ad87-25303fb8bc8a)

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

The ground cover or other protective surface under the [moving permanant structures, swings and slides.] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed mulch under moving permanent toy structures, swings and slides did not have enough mulch. Provider must replenish the mulch by 7/1/2026. TA was given considering the layout of the playground which is on a slope to help keep the mulch stay in place, so it remains intact, by performing daily or weekly morning inspections before the children go out and raking the mulch to the surfaces requiring more mulch. 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. 2. If the ground cover in place is a unitary playground surface, then the unitary surfacing materials must be installed, maintained, or replaced according to manufacturers instructions. Unitary surfaces must be tested to and comply with ASTM F1292; documentation of test data must be retained at the facility and available for licensing to review. 3. If the play area was approved by the Department prior to January 1, 2020 and does not meet the 6-foot fall/use zone requirement, then the facility must submit a written notification, including photographs and layout of the play area, to the Department prior to or on April 1, 2020, notifying its intention to continue to operate using the prior approved play area. However, if the permanent or stationary playground equipment is moved or replaced then the standard would apply, and 6 feet of use zone must be provided. Any new equipment added would be required to have the 6 feet of use zone in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. TRAINING Compliance Comments Training requirements are up to date. Due: 7/1/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-15. View official inspection document (report 3204f98f-8c0a-4119-ad87-25303fb8bc8a)

12. (12-02)

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] Comments: Licensing specialist observed a door in VPK room that was leaning against wall and hinges not properly fastened. The door must be repaired by 3/6/2026. 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards 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. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments Lighting, temperature and ventilation were all appropriately working. 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 3/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report 19c97b21-0d63-446b-8292-c5c7d0017392)

17. (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed the outdoor walkway leading to the playground exit to the front of the building full of items such as strollers, tables, old toys, trash, leaves etc.; that can potentially cause disturbance upon exit should there be an emergency and needing to exit the playground. This exit area must be cleared by clearing, discarding, organizing and /or properly placing items to avoid hazards in the exit corridor by 3/6/2026. 3.5 Outdoor Play Area A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards. B. The outdoor area must be designed to allow child care personnel to clearly see children while playing on all equipment. C. The outdoor play area must provide shade. Shade may be provided by trees, buildings, or structures. D. Children must not come into contact with any surface or equipment which poses a burn risk. E. The facilitys outdoor play area must be fenced as required by local ordinances to prevent access by children to all water hazards within or adjacent to outdoor play areas, such as pools, ditches, retention ponds, and fishponds. F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the buildings. If an outdoor play area was approved for usage by the Department prior to October 25, 2017, no new exits are required to be added to meet this standard. However, if outdoor play area fencing is changed then the standard would apply, and two exits must be provided. Due: 3/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report 19c97b21-0d63-446b-8292-c5c7d0017392)

39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (39-05)

Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [signature of the parent on the form]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C Health Requirements [SR] Comments: An enrolled child, VM had an incident/accident report from 8/25/2025 in the record. The report was not signed by the parent. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on pages 55-56 that: 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification A. All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the child is in care must be documented on the same day they occur. B. This documentation must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on the date of occurrence. C. Documentation must include the name of the affected party, date and time of the occurrence, description of the occurrence, actions taken and by whom, and appropriate signatures of program child care personnel and the custodial parent or legal guardian. Program child care personnel signatures may include the director/childcare personnel that witnessed the incident, who were involved in the incident, and/or responded to the childs needs. D. The documentation must be maintained for 12 months. If the parent or legal guardian does not pick up the child on the date of occurrence of the accident or incident, the individual authorized to pick up the child must sign and be provided a copy of the accident/incident form. E. In the event of serious injury or death, the incident must immediately be reported to the licensing authority. Compliance Comments The Director reported that there are no children on medication at this time. Due: 11/7/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-03. View official inspection document (report 11cd30a7-6d2d-4064-b4eb-2693ec1ef894)

45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-11)

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] Comments: There are currently 9 employees. All 9 employee records were reviewed. One employee, AM, lived out of the state within the last 5 years and did not have an out of state sex offender check or an out of state abuse hotline check in the process or completed. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 62 that: 7.4.1 Background Screening Documents Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review. E. A copy of each request made to out of state child abuse and neglect registries for individuals who lived outside the state of Florida in the preceding five years. F. A copy of each search conducted for out of state sexual offender/predator registries for individuals who lived outside the state of Florida in the preceding five years. Due: 11/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-03. View official inspection document (report 11cd30a7-6d2d-4064-b4eb-2693ec1ef894)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-05)

Child Care personnel, who were not in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete required training and any new mandated training before returning to the industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3, B Training [SR] Comments: There are currently 12 employees. All 12 employee records were reviewed. One employee, KR, who had previously worked in the childcare industry did not complete the required DCF Intro training prior to leaving the industry. The facility hired KR, without the DCF training completed. The employee will need to complete the training by 7/31/2025. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 43 that: 4.3 Break in Service A. In the event an individual leaves the child care industry in compliance with training requirements and returns to the industry either at the same or a different child care facility, he or she will be given 90 days to comply with any new training requirements established during the gap in employment in the child care industry. B. In the event an individual leaves the child care industry not in compliance with the training requirements and returns to the industry either at the same or a different child care facility, he or she must comply with the training requirements described in this section, as well as any new training requirements that may have been added during the gap in employment in the child care industry prior to re-employment. Due: 7/31/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-19. View official inspection document (report 875b9766-10e2-42ca-aa5a-61083b4396ad)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-06)

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 Comments: There are currently 12 employees. All 12 employee records were reviewed. One employee, KR, who had previously worked in the childcare industry did not complete the required DCF Early Literacy training prior to leaving the industry. The facility hired KR, without the DCF training completed. The employee will need to complete the training by 7/31/2025. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on pages 40-41 that: 4.2.2 Early Literacy Training Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of course completion, classroom transcript, or diploma. Child care personnel must complete one of the following: A. One of the Departments online literacy courses available on the Departments website. B. One of the Departments approved literacy courses. A list of these courses can be obtained from the Departments website. (No additional courses will be approved by the Department.) C. One college level early literacy course (for credit or non-credit) if taken within the last five years. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-19. View official inspection document (report 875b9766-10e2-42ca-aa5a-61083b4396ad)

41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (41-01)

Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Fifteen newly enrolled children's records were reviewed since the last inspection on 3/6/2025. Two children that have been enrolled at the facility for over 30 days did not have a shot record on file. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on pages 59-60 that: 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. A. Immunizations received out-of-state are acceptable; however, immunizations must be documented on the Florida Certification of Immunization form and must be signed by a physician practicing in the State of Florida. B. 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. The parent/guardian of a child who has not received the age-appropriate immunizations prior to enrollment and who does not have documented medical or religious exemptions from routine childhood immunizations must provide Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 60 documentation of a scheduled appointment or arrangement to receive immunizations. Providers must include a general statement in parent handbook/policies to inform parents/guardians, at time of enrollment, that some children in care may not have current immunizations. Due: 7/7/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-19. View official inspection document (report 875b9766-10e2-42ca-aa5a-61083b4396ad)

41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (41-02)

The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Fifteen newly enrolled children's records were reviewed since the last inspection on 3/6/2025. Two children that have been enrolled at the facility for over 30 days had expired shot records. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 59 that: 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. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-19. View official inspection document (report 875b9766-10e2-42ca-aa5a-61083b4396ad)

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: Fifteen newly enrolled children's records were reviewed since the last inspection on 3/6/2025. Two children that have been enrolled at the facility for over 30 days did not have a physical record on file. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 60 that: 7.2 Student Health Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination. A. The Student Health Examination shall be completed by a person given statutory authority to perform health examinations. B. The Student Health Examination or the signed statement is valid for two years from the date the physical was performed. An up-to-date version must be on file for as long as the child is enrolled at the facility. 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-19. View official inspection document (report 875b9766-10e2-42ca-aa5a-61083b4396ad)

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: Fifteen newly enrolled children's records were reviewed since the last inspection on 3/6/2025. One child did not have a parent signature or date on the childcare application. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 61 that: 7.3 Enrollment Information The facility operator shall obtain enrollment information from the childs custodial parent or legal guardian prior to accepting a child in care. This information shall be documented on CF-FSP Form 5219, Child Care Application for Enrollment, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(f), F.A.C., or an equivalent form that contains all the information required by the Department on CF-FSP Form 5219. CF-FSP Form 5219 may be obtained from the licensing authority or on the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare Compliance Comments There are currently 12 employees. All 12 employee records were reviewed. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-19. View official inspection document (report 875b9766-10e2-42ca-aa5a-61083b4396ad)

45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-04)

An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D Record Keeping [SR] Comments: There are currently 12 employees. All 12 employee records were reviewed. Two newly hired employees, KO and LR, did not have completed 5-year work history/reference checks completed. The Director stated she contacted KO's references but just did not document them. The Director documented the information during the inspection. LR did not have any reference checks completed as the employee did not list any previous work. Upon review, it was found that the employee had previous work within the last five years at a preschool. The Director will complete a reference check and document the results. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 51 that: 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. Due: 6/27/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-19. View official inspection document (report 875b9766-10e2-42ca-aa5a-61083b4396ad)

45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-07)

Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: There are currently 12 employees. All 12 employee records were reviewed. Two employees, KO and LR, had eligible background screenings on file, but they were invalid as both employees had 90-day break in service prior to becoming employed at the facility. Until an updated clearance is received, the employees cannot be left alone with children. The Director did a resubmission of both KO and LR's background screening during the inspection. The resubmission results will need to be reviewed by the Licensing Specialist by 6/27/2025. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 53 that: C. Child care personnel must be re-screened following a break in employment in the child care industry that exceeds 90 days. Child care personnel/individual with a break in service that exceeds 90 days are considered unscreened child care personnel/individuals until completion of re-screening. These child care personnel/individuals shall not have unsupervised contact with children in care. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-19. View official inspection document (report 875b9766-10e2-42ca-aa5a-61083b4396ad)