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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, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a current CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the Child Care Personnel must sign CF FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements annually. At the time of inspection, Provider advised that 4 Child Care Personnel are employed, Licensing Specialist reviewed all Child Care Personnel files. • 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 5/28/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-28. View official inspection document (report 3e5a6e69-630e-4fdb-886f-313a53f27a2c)

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, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility failed to have a fire inspection conducted annually. Last year fire inspection was conducted on 3/31/25 and this year fire inspection was conducted on 4/8/26. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. This standard was brought back into compliance when the fire inspection was completed. • Fire drills were conducted 8/18/25, 9/24/25, 10/16/25, 11/3/25, 12/18/25, 1/14/26, 2/6/26, 3/4/26, and 4/8/26. • The facility is closed during the summer. • A fire drill was conducted today in the presence of the licensing authority using the approved fire alarm system which made an audible sound. • Emergency preparedness drill 8/20/25 (lock down), 9/25/25 (lock down), 11/5/25 (lock down), and 3/12/26 (lock down). • Fire extinguisher serviced October 2025. • Fire inspection conducted 4/8/26. • Technical assistance was provided to ensure that Emergency Preparedness drill (inclement weather) is conducted before current license expires. • FOOD AND NUTRITION Compliance Comments The program does not provide snacks for the children in care Meals are provided by the school cafeteria nutritional program or parents that meets the nutritional guideline recommendation of USDA. 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments The program does not provide snacks for the children in care Meals are provided by the school cafeteria nutritional program or parents that meets the nutritional guideline recommendation of USDA. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-28. View official inspection document (report 3e5a6e69-630e-4fdb-886f-313a53f27a2c)

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, Licensing Specialist determined that Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete a department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry. Technical assistance was provided to ensure Child Care Personnel complete the Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development prior to due date. Due: 2/8/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-09. View official inspection document (report 33eace55-07f2-49cb-9e99-e5035e6807e4)

45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-09)

The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Provider failed to update the facilitys clearinghouse roster. Technical assistance was provided to update (add/remove) Child Care Personnel to the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 5 days. Due: 10/5/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-05. View official inspection document (report 975657b8-f1f9-4431-8846-55975fadc924)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-08)

Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7, B [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have documented proof of in-service hours on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-Service Training Record. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that in-service training is documented on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-Service Training Record Due: 10/5/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-05. View official inspection document (report 975657b8-f1f9-4431-8846-55975fadc924)

28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (28-02)

Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the cups throughout the facility were not label with first and last names. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all cups are labeled. SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT Due: 10/5/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-05. View official inspection document (report 975657b8-f1f9-4431-8846-55975fadc924)

12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-19)

Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the facility failed to complete the facilitys daily indoor and outdoor checklist inspection. The provider was reminded that indoor and outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log and any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Technical assistance was provided to ensure the facility is dusted regularly. • Compliance Comments Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all areas and surfaces accessible to children must be free from plastic bags, etc. • Due: 10/5/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-05. View official inspection document (report 975657b8-f1f9-4431-8846-55975fadc924)

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 specialist observed that the staff CAAN forms were expired as of 4/4/24. At the time of the inspection, both staff members signed a CAAN form and this returned the facility and provider back to compliance for this standard. 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 2025-05-06. View official inspection document (report ef63623b-fe82-47fb-bc33-d52dc40801d5)

12. (12-01)

Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed that there were vents, a wall fan, and the bathroom ventilation that were heavy with dust. The provider stated they would talk to the school about the cleaning service that is supposed to clean the classroom; if not, the provider stated they would clean the areas by the due date. At that time they will return to compliance for this standard. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 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 2025-05-06. View official inspection document (report ef63623b-fe82-47fb-bc33-d52dc40801d5)

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 reinspection, the licensing specialist received via email a 5-year work history for the staff listed on the supplemental that is missing verification from 1 prior employer. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete the verification and document prior to the due date. 46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored ENFORCEMENT 47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 CCF Handbook, Section 8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored SCHOOL READINESS 48. Group Size (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-25. View official inspection document (report afe6549b-e0e7-4075-8078-3c9b5888d11b)

45. (45-01)

A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist received via email a 5131 for the staff listed on the supplemental that is missing the employment date. Technical assistance was given to the provider to enter the employment date prior to the due date. Due: 3/24/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-25. View official inspection document (report afe6549b-e0e7-4075-8078-3c9b5888d11b)

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 reinspection, the licensing specialist received via email an exposure plan training certificate for the staff listed on the supplemental that is dated 8/23/22. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff take a current refresher course prior to the due date. 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 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) Not Monitored 38. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-25. View official inspection document (report afe6549b-e0e7-4075-8078-3c9b5888d11b)

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 the reinspection, the licensing specialist received via email a current DCF transcript for the staff listed on the supplemental that shows the staff did not start DCF training. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete all pre-service classes prior to the due date. 34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 Not Monitored HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 3/24/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-25. View official inspection document (report afe6549b-e0e7-4075-8078-3c9b5888d11b)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-03)

The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist received via email a current DCF transcript for the staff listed on the supplemental that shows the staff did not start DCF training. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start a class in Part 1 or Part 2 prior to the due date. Due: 3/24/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-25. View official inspection document (report afe6549b-e0e7-4075-8078-3c9b5888d11b)

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 prior employer(s) documentation). Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that 5-year employment history's 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-21. View official inspection document (report fa916e3e-22c5-4a82-bba4-838cb7cc1317)

45. (45-01)

A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A (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 was missing a 5131 form in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. Due: 2/20/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-21. View official inspection document (report fa916e3e-22c5-4a82-bba4-838cb7cc1317)

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 did not have documentation of 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. 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 Not Applicable Comments At the time of the inspection, the provider stated they do not dispense medication to children, including sunscreen, insect repellant or any life-sustaining medications such as inhalers, epi pens, etc. No medication was observed. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-21. View official inspection document (report fa916e3e-22c5-4a82-bba4-838cb7cc1317)

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 the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not complete the pre-service training within 90-days of initial employment at the facility. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete all pre-service training prior to the due date. The provider was reminded the staff must create and access the training by using the DCF training website. Lastly, the provider was reminded that the timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another School Readiness provider within this initial 90 days. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-21. View official inspection document (report fa916e3e-22c5-4a82-bba4-838cb7cc1317)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-03)

The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 (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 had not started the required DCF 40 hour training within 90 days of employment/industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start a class in Part 1 or Part 2 prior to the due date. Due: 2/20/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-21. View official inspection document (report fa916e3e-22c5-4a82-bba4-838cb7cc1317)

45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-09)

The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facility's employee/staff roster through the Clearinghouse and observed neither of the staff were listed on the facility's roster in the Clearinghouse. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the roster prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that the facility now has 5 days to add or delete staff from the roster in the Clearinghouse. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-23. View official inspection document (report 8fcab879-6994-4bc8-80de-34d0f9d7c96c)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-08)

Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7, B [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed both staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental only had 2.53 hours documented on the in-service log for 2023 -2024. Per the staff's transcript, additional training hours were completed, but not documented. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-23. View official inspection document (report 8fcab879-6994-4bc8-80de-34d0f9d7c96c)

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 provider stated they did not have a physical environment log. A blank form was reviewed with the provider and a copy emailed on today's date for use going forward. The provider was reminded that maintenance must include inspections conducted each month and documentation of maintenance inspections must be kept for 12 months. TRAINING Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-23. View official inspection document (report 8fcab879-6994-4bc8-80de-34d0f9d7c96c)

12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-19)

Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the facility did not have a daily indoor and outdoor checklist. A sample daily checklist was reviewed and emailed to the provider on today's date for use going forward. The provider was reminded that indoor and outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log and any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-23. View official inspection document (report 8fcab879-6994-4bc8-80de-34d0f9d7c96c)