Avon Park Community Child Development Center Inc

45. (45-07)

Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental had a 90-day break in service and was not rescreened prior to employment. Technical assistance was given to the provider to initiate a resubmission through the Clearinghouse prior to the due date. Due: 6/5/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-26. View official inspection document (report 73521814-2bba-4dbd-87b6-ff03c9fa4440)

45. (45-04)

An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an incomplete 5-year work history in their file. (missing employers & verifications). Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that 5-year employment historys must include the following: a. (3) attempts must be made and documented and 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 b. A complete 5 years worth of prior employment must be documented and verified c. The documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance Due: 6/25/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-26. View official inspection document (report 73521814-2bba-4dbd-87b6-ff03c9fa4440)

35. (35-12)

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] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental had expired training on the facilitys exposure plan. Technical assistance was given to the provider to review with the staff and document the training prior to the due date. Lastly, the provider was reminded that a refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan must be conducted with all staff annually on or before the previous year. 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: 6/25/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-26. View official inspection document (report 73521814-2bba-4dbd-87b6-ff03c9fa4440)

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 [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of fire extinguisher training and had been employed more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to train the staff and document prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that all child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. Due: 6/25/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-26. View official inspection document (report 73521814-2bba-4dbd-87b6-ff03c9fa4440)

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: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not successfully complete the Departments training within 12 months from the date training began, not to exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start complete/pass tests prior to the due date. Due: 6/25/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-26. View official inspection document (report 73521814-2bba-4dbd-87b6-ff03c9fa4440)

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: 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 5/1/27 and the prior year was completed on 4/1/26 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 4/11/26 and emergency preparedness drills were conducted on 5/21/26 (weather) and 10/29/25 (lockdown). The fire extinguisher(s) were last tagged in August 2025. FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-26. View official inspection document (report 73521814-2bba-4dbd-87b6-ff03c9fa4440)

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: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the child(ren) listed on the supplemental had expired immunization records in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the provider stated there were 51 children enrolled, and 18 children's files ages 1, 2 and 5 were reviewed and found to be in compliance. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the provider stated there were 51 children enrolled, and 18 children's files ages 1, 2 and 5 were reviewed and found to be in compliance. 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 At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all 19 staff files and found to be in compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-03. View official inspection document (report 0295cd2f-c6ff-443b-875e-0fd3fa7332e5)

39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (39-04)

Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the complaint inspection, the provider stated that they did document the incident on a progress report, admin was unaware that parents were to be given the incident report. The provider was advised to ensure that all incidents are documented, signed, and kept on record to maintain compliance. The noncompliance was resolved because they did have documentation to provide for the department and the child is no longer in attendance. 40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 Not Monitored RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Not Monitored 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Not Monitored 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-30. View official inspection document (report 2f423db1-c753-4766-9274-5ef477218989)

11. Child Discipline CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 (11-03)

Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the complaint investigation, information obtained through interviews and video footage revealed that in response, to one child allegedly hitting a peer, as form of discipline/redirection caused an injury to a child. The teacher carried a 2 year old by the arm/wrist to the table as a time out. When the teacher first picked her up, it was a pull, and drop movement then she was carried about 3-4 feet to a chair, that the teacher pulled out with her leg while still holding the child by the arm this took approximately 7 seconds; the whole time she was dangling. Additional video footage revealed the child was holding her arm while at the table for timeout, through the rest of the day until mom came to pick her up. The noncompliance was resolved because the teacher was put on leave; and terminated. PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT 12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Not Monitored 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 Not Monitored 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 Not Monitored 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 Not Monitored 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-30. View official inspection document (report 2f423db1-c753-4766-9274-5ef477218989)

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: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the children listed on the supplemental were missing an enrollment date on their enrollment form. The provider entered the enrollment date while the licensing specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all 19 staff files and found to be in compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-05. View official inspection document (report 85807a2a-7789-4a67-accb-8c3439f7e43c)

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: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed children's files all age 4 and the child listed on the supplemental had an expired immunization record in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-05. View official inspection document (report 85807a2a-7789-4a67-accb-8c3439f7e43c)

32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (32-04)

Inspections were not conducted and documented monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facility's physical environment log and observed the facility failed to complete an inspection during the months of June, July, August and September 2024. Technical assistance was given to the provider that these checks must be completed monthly, documented on the physical environment log, retained for 12 months and available for review by licensing. Lastly, the licensing specialist observed the facility uses 1 sheet per month. Technical assistance was given to the provider to use 1 sheet as it has 6 entries. The provider was shown how to properly complete the log. TRAINING Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-14. View official inspection document (report f309d17b-8846-4b33-983d-18c1b221164d)