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40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (40-15)

Medication was not stored in either a locked area or inaccessible and out of a childs reach. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, G Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed diapering creams/ointments (medication) stored under the diaper changing table inside the classroom with a capacity of 9. The medication was accessible to the children in care. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that medication is stored in either a locked area or inaccessible and out of a childs reach. This standard was brought back into compliance when the medication was moved higher. • RECORD KEEPING Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-20. View official inspection document (report a3857c49-cf99-413d-90cb-3a222ae6384b)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (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 Training [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have fire extinguisher training. The Child Care Personnel was hired on 1/5/26 and had 30 days to complete the training. Technical assistance was provided 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. The facility must maintain documentation that all child care personnel have completed training. Due: 4/19/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-20. View official inspection document (report a3857c49-cf99-413d-90cb-3a222ae6384b)

30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (30-07)

Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed items (cell phones, clipboard, and coloring sheets of paper) stored on the changing table. Also, there were other miscellaneous items unrelated to diapering stored under the changing table. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that only items related to diapering should be on the table changing table. Due: 4/19/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-20. View official inspection document (report a3857c49-cf99-413d-90cb-3a222ae6384b)

28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (28-04)

Formula and/or food brought from home was not labeled with the childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.6, B Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed breastmilk in the mini refrigerator/freezer in the infant classroom were not labeled with childs first and last name. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all breast milk, food, and formula are labeled with childs first and last name. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider labeled the breastmilk. • SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-20. View official inspection document (report a3857c49-cf99-413d-90cb-3a222ae6384b)

25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (25-15)

Milk and/or food sat out longer than 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the meal. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, C Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed a gallon of milk sitting on the table in the classroom for over 15 minutes. The milk was on the table waiting for the children to arrive and eat breakfast. Technical assistance was provided that milk and food must not sit out for longer than 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the meal to avoid contamination and spoilage. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider placed the milk back in the refrigerator. • Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-20. View official inspection document (report a3857c49-cf99-413d-90cb-3a222ae6384b)

21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 (21-11)

The sink and/or toilet was not maintained in good operating condition, clean and/or sanitized or disinfected. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the middle toilet inside the classroom with a capacity of 15 nob broken. Technical assistance was provided that each toilet and sink must be maintained in good operating condition, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected as needed, but at least once per day. Due: 4/19/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-20. View official inspection document (report a3857c49-cf99-413d-90cb-3a222ae6384b)

17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (17-02)

The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the red metal frame slide paint peeling exposure rust. Also, slight peeling paint of the larger metal frame play structure. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the playground equipment is in good repair. Technical assistance was provided to ensure to pressure wash the equipment/fence with green algae. • Due: 4/19/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-20. View official inspection document (report a3857c49-cf99-413d-90cb-3a222ae6384b)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the staff listed in the supplemental started her 5-hour literacy on 2/20/24 and her industry start date was 2/21/24. She was then hired 4/14/25 before completing training on 6/23/25. TA was provided that the training should have been completed before hire. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-13. View official inspection document (report 7a54a670-a754-4aee-a286-70bbbfd6df0c)

44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental had an expired Abuse and Neglect form dated 3/6/24 that expired 3/6/25. The staff completed the form during the inspection. TA was provided that this from is due annually. At the time of the inspection, 18 staff files were reviewed and updated in CARES. 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-19. View official inspection document (report 26fe4fc5-3a24-4e21-ae47-423266285026)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: At the time of the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry on 2/21/24 and has not completed the required 5- hour literacy by 2/21/25. TA was provided that the training is required within 12 months of start in the industry. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-19. View official inspection document (report 26fe4fc5-3a24-4e21-ae47-423266285026)

35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (35-10)

The facility failed to report a suspected communicable disease outbreak for two or more children or adults within 72 hours to the local county health department and failed to follow directions given. CCF Handbook, Section 6.1.2, B Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the complaint inspection information was obtained through various interviews with other agencies (including ELC and the health department) that this facility had 3 staff and 11 children either out sick or attending school sick over the course of 2 weeks and it was not reported to the health dept. One child was also out with HFM in this VPK age group. The director stated she did call and leave a message and no one responded to her. The dept. advised to ensure that when reporting outbreaks, they receive an email or confirmation to maintain compliance of this standard. The noncompliance was resolved due to all staff and students returning to the facility with no suspicion of continuation of outbreak. 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 Not Monitored 37. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 Not Monitored 38. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 Not Monitored 39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 Not Monitored 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 44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 Not Monitored 46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Not Monitored ENFORCEMENT 47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-11. View official inspection document (report 465de96d-0090-47ae-a596-ef762358b949)

24. (24-02)

Preparation of food occurred in an area that is not a designated food preparation area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a large can of powdered formula and distilled water in the infant room. The staff that is listed in the supplemental stated she mixes the bottles in the classroom. The room only has a hand washing sink. TA was provided that a separate sink is required for food prep in the classroom, and it must have hot water of at least 100 degrees. The provider can either have the parents prepare the bottles prior, make the bottles in the kitchen or put a proper sink with hot water in the classroom. The provider removed the formula and placed it in the kitchen during the inspection. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-13. View official inspection document (report 3a231e46-b3a1-47cc-81ce-06c56b929ef9)

47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 (47-01)

Child care personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C Enforcement [SR] Comments: At the time of the complaint inspection, video surveillance revealed a teacher was pulling a child by her arm, and using force on her arms to keep her on her sleep cot during naptime. Not until the parents called to inquire about the bruising on the child's arms was it apparent that the teacher was using excessive force to redirect the child. The teacher was written up for not using policy/procedure for interaction and discipline policy. After the video was watched by the director/owner and the interaction was observed, the teacher was immediately terminated which resolves the noncompliance for the provider. The provider was advised to ensure that all staff are using appropriate methods of engagement to maintain compliance of this standard. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments Provider has no comment on this inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-16. View official inspection document (report a46bc332-2ee2-4496-b64f-7369aa42b0fa)