First Steps Education Lakeland

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-13)

Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental in direct supervision of children offering services alone without completing all required School readiness courses. The personnel was observed in the classroom of infant and one year old children, however the staff did not complete preservice course, Safe Sleep Practices in the school readiness program. The provider immediately, pulled the staff out of the classroom to complete the training course at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel complete SR preservice training courses prior to providing services to children in care. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-09. View official inspection document (report f578a5f3-b4f5-4d33-af79-0c8dc02b95b9)

32. (32-07)

The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the resilient surface in mulch around the metal green and blue climbing dome on the playground measuring to 5 inches in depth] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the resilient surface in mulch around the metal green and blue climbing dome on the playground measuring to 5 inches in depth. The specialist advised the provider that a minimum of 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter is required for the outdoor play equipment. The provider immediately raked more mulch from other areas of the playground where no equipment is present to meet requirement at time of inspection. The specialist measured the mulch again and it measured to 6 inches in depth. TA was provided to ensure that the outdoor equipment requiring a resilient surface measures to 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter. TRAINING Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-09. View official inspection document (report f578a5f3-b4f5-4d33-af79-0c8dc02b95b9)

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 inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the provider did not complete an approved fire inspection annually. The facilitys current fire inspection was completed on 2/5/2026. The previous fire inspection was completed on 1/30/2025. The provider has an annual approved fire inspection, but it is late and was not completed annually. TA was provided to ensure that the facility has an approved fire inspection completed annually. Licensing to review. At the time of the inspection, Licensing counselor observed the providers last fire drill was conducted on___3/2/2026__.The provider conducted a lockdown drill on_____1/2/2026__and a weather drill conducted on_________. The fire extinguishers were last tagged on_January___2026. TS was provided to ensure the provider completes an inclement weather drill before the end of the current licensing year by 3/24/2026 to ensure compliance. A fire drill was conducted today in the presence of a DCF Licensing counselor utilizing the facilitys approved fire system with pull station. 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 2026-03-09. View official inspection document (report f578a5f3-b4f5-4d33-af79-0c8dc02b95b9)

09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (09-03)

The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not posted in a conspicuous place accessible to the custodial parents or legal guardians. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the back toddler classroom with children ages two and three years old with no written planned activities schedule posted in the classroom. The provider immediately printed the schedule and posted it in the classroom at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the planned activities schedule is posted in an inconspicuous place where parents/guardians can view. Not Applicable Comments At the time of the inspection, the provider stated they do not take children on field trips, including walking field trips. 10. Field Trip Permission CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Applicable Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-09. View official inspection document (report f578a5f3-b4f5-4d33-af79-0c8dc02b95b9)

24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (24-13)

Child care personnel working in the food preparation area did not wear proper head covering. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the child care personnel in the kitchen preparing food for lunch for children in care not wearing a proper head covering. The specialist reminded the staff that they need to wear a proper head covering and the staff immediately placed a hair net on at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that a proper head covering is worn while child care personnel are working in the food preparation area. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-18. View official inspection document (report e8953b0c-4454-4071-a379-888d45f5ac5e)

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, the Licensing specialist observed a toilet in the back right classroom near infants not maintained in good condition. The toilet was missing a handle to properly flush the toilet. The provider advised that they have a handle on hand and repaired the toilet at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the toilet is repaired and maintained in good working condition. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-18. View official inspection document (report e8953b0c-4454-4071-a379-888d45f5ac5e)

09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (09-03)

The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not posted in a conspicuous place accessible to the custodial parents or legal guardians. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the written planned activities daily schedule for the age group of two year olds was not posted in an inconspicuous place where children were present. The classroom had a one year old schedule posted with two year old children present. When specialist asked the staff what schedule she followed the staff replied, the two year old schedule which was posted in another classroom. The provider immediately placed the age-appropriate schedule from the other classroom into the classroom where two year old children were present. TA was provided to ensure that a written planned activity schedule is posted and appropriate for the ages of children present in the classroom. Not Applicable Comments At the time of the inspection, the provider stated they do not take children on field trips, including walking field trips. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-18. View official inspection document (report e8953b0c-4454-4071-a379-888d45f5ac5e)

12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-06)

A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a tall cylinder fan placed on a toy shelf in the back two year old classroom with the cord loose plugged in to the wall causing a potential hazard to the young children is accessed. The specialist asked the provider to remove the fan from the shelf at time of inspection. The provider removed the fan and unplugged it at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that potential safety hazards are eliminated. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-07. View official inspection document (report 4275386d-42ea-4e5a-a6ca-a1ea7ba35334)

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: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a couple of ceiling tiles in the kitchen as well as back two year old classroom to the left that were stained with wet spots. Also, in the same two year old classroom near the bathroom door on the right side of the door frame the baseboard was detached from wall and needing to be attached back onto the wall. TA was provided to ensure that the areas of the facility are repaired by the due date. Due: 8/6/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-07. View official inspection document (report 4275386d-42ea-4e5a-a6ca-a1ea7ba35334)

30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (30-05)

The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a soiled diaper and wipes on the changing table in the classroom near the kitchen with infants and one year old children. The staff had recently changed the infants diaper but did not discard of the diaper or sanitize the surface after the diaper change. The provider immediately discarded of the soiled diaper and sanitized the surface at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the diapering station is sanitized and cleaned after each diaper change. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-07. View official inspection document (report 4275386d-42ea-4e5a-a6ca-a1ea7ba35334)

35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (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 Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not completed exposure plan training annually. The staff last completed the training on 5/30/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the exposure plan training is completed by the due date and also that the training is completed initially/annually and documented on file for Licensing to review. Due: 8/6/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-07. View official inspection document (report 4275386d-42ea-4e5a-a6ca-a1ea7ba35334)

46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (46-07)

The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [attendance did not accompany a few children in care on the roster. ].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that attendance did not accompany a few children in care. In the mixed classroom of infants and one year old children, the specialist observed the infant was not signed in on the classroom roster. Also, in the three and four year old classroom a child was signed in that was never present in the classroom for the day and the classroom of four through school aged where the child was present that staff did not sign him into the classroom roster. At time of inspection all attendance was corrected and accurate. TA was provided to ensure that the attendance roster accompanies the children and children are signed in and accounted for rosters. ENFORCEMENT Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-07. View official inspection document (report 4275386d-42ea-4e5a-a6ca-a1ea7ba35334)

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: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required 5 hour Literacy training within 12 months in the industry. The staff began in the industry on 3/14/2024. The training was due by 3/14/2025. TA was provided to ensure the staff completes the training by the due date. 34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 Not Monitored HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 Not Monitored 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-08. View official inspection document (report 89c19dce-d33e-4ff1-b7d5-c942a6f30716)

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: At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed multiple ceiling tiles throughout the facility stained with wet spots. The provider advised that the ceiling tiles were replaced. Specialist asked the provider to ensure there is no leak. Some of the stained ceiling tiles are located near air conditioning vents. The staff changed some of the ceiling tiles at time of inspection, but did not have enough to replace all of the stained tiles. The provider is encouraged to walk the facility for all stained ceiling tiles with wet spots and closely watch the ceiling tiles to determine if there is a potential leak. TA was provided to ensure that ceiling tiles are replaced by the due date. 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 SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT 29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-08. View official inspection document (report 89c19dce-d33e-4ff1-b7d5-c942a6f30716)

18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (18-03)

The bedding available for children in care was not cleaned and/or sanitized at least once a week, and/or before use by another child. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed staining on the cots throughout the facility except the infant and one year old classroom. The provider and specialist are unsure what the stains are from. The specialist suggested using a different sanitizing spray, spraying at a distance to ensure the stains are not caused by the disinfectant. The provider advised that cots were power washed about a month ago and will be cleaned on a routine basis. TA was provided to ensure that stains on cots are eliminated to ensure the cots are sanitary. 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-08. View official inspection document (report 9cce4f21-f8b2-4784-9d62-e21d01c6bc64)

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: At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed trash on the playground to include plastic and Styrofoam cups and small pieces, litter, plastic pieces. The provider took the specialist advise to move the water cooler and cups but did not add a garbage can to ensure children are discarding of cups and trash after use. The provider picked up as much litter and debris at time of inspection, but all trash was not picked off of the ground. TA was provided to ensure that litter, debris and trash is eliminated from the playground. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-08. View official inspection document (report 9cce4f21-f8b2-4784-9d62-e21d01c6bc64)

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 inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not sign the Child Abuse and Neglect form annually. The staff previously signed the form on 1/2/2024 and last signed the form on 1/28/2025. The staff signed the form but late. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel/volunteers sign the forms annually and place on file for Licensing to review. Specialist reviewed all 10 staff files. 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 2025-03-04. View official inspection document (report 7dfc1f9a-f20f-4ef2-95de-654c96f50f5e)

04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (04-01)

Supervision of children in the [two through four year old] group was inadequate in that [no staff was supervising children who left their classrooms alone]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed multiple children throughout the facility include ages two, three and four year old children leave their classroom without the staff seeing them and either go to the restroom or hallway. The specialist suggested moving the lock latches in the main hallway classrooms to either the outside of the half door or on top further out of reach of children and also a baby gate installed to the door frame in the younger one year old classroom to ensure that children are not able to exit the classrooms unseen. The specialist notified the staff of children who observed leaving the classroom and staff returned the children to their classrooms immediately. TA was provided to ensure the provider and staff do not allow children to be unsupervised at any time leaving the classrooms unseen. Not Applicable Comments At the time of the inspection, the provider stated they do not provide transportation for children. This includes transportation by vehicle or by foot. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-04. View official inspection document (report 7dfc1f9a-f20f-4ef2-95de-654c96f50f5e)

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: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed areas of the facility not in good repair. The flooring in the door frame of the hallway leading to classrooms from the lobby area is dented and cracked. Also, in the four and five year old classroom at the end of the main hallway the floor tiles are chipped with material missing and coming up. In the kitchen most of the cabinet doors are missing. The cabinet bottom under the sink is also caved in and cracked from storing heavy chemical bottles. The light shield in the kitchen covering the lighting was falling on one side and needs the latch replaced to hold the shield in place. The specialist observed a couple of stained ceiling tiles throughout the facility stained with wet spots. The specialist also observed paint chipping on the half doors on the classrooms in the main hallways, on the pole in the middle classroom where children eat breakfast and also on the walls in the four and five year old classroom as well as in the older two year old classroom in the back to the right side. The door frame is cracked and coming up at the bottom in the younger two year old classroom. Also, in that same classroom the hand washing sink in the restroom and door frames to the rest room and exit door were observed with paint chipping. The low cabinet door to the restroom under the sink also was observed with a long nail protruding on the inside of the door; dead cockroaches were on the bottom of the cabinet. The baseboard near the toilet in the corner is cracked and coming apart from the wall. The provider is encouraged to paint walls, doors and door frames of the facility where paint is observed chipped and accessible to children in care. TA was provided to ensure that the areas of the facility are repaired by the due date. TS was provided to ensure that the refrigerator s are operable and drain pans drain properly. Due: 4/3/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-04. View official inspection document (report 7dfc1f9a-f20f-4ef2-95de-654c96f50f5e)

12. (12-03)

A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed hand washing sinks in both of the two year old classrooms designated after toileting and diapering was observed with rush present. TA was provided to ensure that the rust is eliminated by the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-04. View official inspection document (report 7dfc1f9a-f20f-4ef2-95de-654c96f50f5e)

12. (12-06)

A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed cords and charging cables from radios, speakers, and lamps as well as other electronic items hanging near walls in classroom throughout the facility in reach of children causing a potential strangulation hazard. The specialist advised the provider to tack cords onto the wall or place a cord cover over cords to eliminate a safely hazard for children in care. TA was provided to ensure that the cords are covered or eliminated by the due date. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-04. View official inspection document (report 7dfc1f9a-f20f-4ef2-95de-654c96f50f5e)

13. (13-01)

A potentially harmful item, [bleach], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a spray bottle in the four and five year old classroom storing a solution that was not labeled. The specialist asked the staff what was stored in the spray bottle and the staff responded bleach. The specialist asked the staff to label the bottle. The staff immediately labeled the spray bottle bleach and water at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that harmful items or hazardous material stored are labeled at all times. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-04. View official inspection document (report 7dfc1f9a-f20f-4ef2-95de-654c96f50f5e)

13. (13-02)

The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the kitchen swing doors open and unlocked and a mop bucket filled with water and cleaning chemicals was stored in the kitchen with staff not present. The specialist has previously advised the staff to either use the mop water and discard of it after use or ensure that the mop bucket is stored in an area not accessible to children in care to eliminate potential hazard of standing water. The staff stated that she was aware and that she will ensure the doors are latched locked if mop water in a bucket is stored in the kitchen. The provider poured out the water at time of inspection and advised they will use the water immediately then pour it out after each use going forward. TA was provided to ensure that hazardous and harmful items are not accessible to children in care. 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-04. View official inspection document (report 7dfc1f9a-f20f-4ef2-95de-654c96f50f5e)

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: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the outdoor play area with debris and litter present to include food wrappers, paper cups provided to children for water and other paper products on the floor of the playground. The specialist advised the provider previously that litter and debris must be cleaned off of the playground and suggested adding a garbage can near the water cooler to ensure children are discarding of paper cups provided. The provider advised that she typically cleans the playground daily when completing a walk through and that they are encouraging parents to provide water bottles for children in care daily to eliminate providing paper cups. The specialist provided suggestions to the provider to ensure that litter from cups are directly thrown away after water is provided and encouraged the provider to clean the playground daily utilizing indoor/outdoor logs to ensure litter and debris is no present in the outdoor play area. TA was provided to ensure that the litter and debris is eliminated from the play area potentially causing low hazard to the children. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-04. View official inspection document (report 7dfc1f9a-f20f-4ef2-95de-654c96f50f5e)

18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (18-03)

The bedding available for children in care was not cleaned and/or sanitized at least once a week, and/or before use by another child. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the childrens cots in the older two year old classroom heavily stained while stored in the classroom. The specialist advised that is the cots were stained with bodily fluids or from the cleaning solution the cots will need to be cleaned. The specialist suggested the cots be wiped down, power washed and cleaned to eliminate stains. The provider is encouraged to clean cots also throughout the facility if applicable with heavy stains. TA was provided to ensure that the provider cleans the childrens cots by the due date to ensure they are sanitary. 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-04. View official inspection document (report 7dfc1f9a-f20f-4ef2-95de-654c96f50f5e)