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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: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the facility does not have documentation for all childcare personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. The Operator has been given until 4/12/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6: Health Requirements: There are three common modes of transmission for the spread of microorganisms in child care settings: contact, droplet, and airborne. Many common infections encountered in the child care setting are transmitted by direct or indirect contact. Child care facilities shall develop a written exposure plan regarding universal safety precautions, recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), to follow in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. Personnel are required to be educated on the facilitys exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter. Written documentation that child care personnel have participated in the facilitys annual refresher education for the exposure plan and understand the proper procedures in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids must be retained for 12 months and be available for licensing to review. 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: 4/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-12. View official inspection document (report 51d99e44-ea52-4dc2-9eea-40c444efdd2a)

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: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 3 childcare 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. The Operator has been given until 4/12/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook: Section 3.1: Preservice: Childcare personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All childcare personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another School Readiness provider within this initial 90 days. Personnel who have not completed all preservice training requirements are not allowed any unsupervised contact with or care of children in a School Readiness program. Due: 4/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-12. View official inspection document (report 51d99e44-ea52-4dc2-9eea-40c444efdd2a)

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The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [the larger jungle gym was not in good repair]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to care in that the larger jungle gym on the right side third level of steps, the covering was peeling on the outside closest to the ground and on the inside where the children step. The Operator has been given until 3/22/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 B. All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentation of maintenance inspections must be maintained for 12 months. TRAINING Due: 3/22/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-12. View official inspection document (report 51d99e44-ea52-4dc2-9eea-40c444efdd2a)

17. (17-06)

The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The gap measured 10 inches wide by 4 inches high. The Operator added sand to the space where there was a gap bringing it back into compliance. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the facilitys fencing had a hole that was not in good repair and unsafe for children in that the edges of the hole contained sharp edges. The Operator has been given until 3/22/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F: Outdoor Play Area 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: 3/22/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-12. View official inspection document (report 51d99e44-ea52-4dc2-9eea-40c444efdd2a)

07. (07-05)

A vehicle(s) used to transport children did not have the required alarm system installed to prompt the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a vehicle used to transport children did not have the required alarm system installed to prompt the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle in that the vehicle alarm did not sound within 1 minute. The Operator has been given until 3/22/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4: Vehicle Requirements: For the purpose of this section, vehicles refer to those owned, operated or regularly used by the child care program, and vehicles that provide transportation through a contract or agreement with an outside entity. Parents/guardians personal vehicles used for transporting during field trips are excluded from meeting the requirements of this sub-section. A. All vehicles regularly used to transport children must be inspected annually by a mechanic to ensure that they are in proper working order. Documentation by the mechanic must be maintained in the vehicle. B. The maximum number of individuals transported in a vehicle may not exceed the manufacturers designated seating capacity or the number of factory installed seat belts. C. When transporting children, staff-to-child ratios must be maintained at all times. The driver may be included in the staff-to-child ratio if he or she meets screening and training requirements. D. All child care facilities must comply with the insurance requirements found in Section 316.615(4), F.S. Documentation shall be maintained at the facility. E. The interior of vehicles, when being used to transport children, must be maintained at a temperature comfortable to children (between 65- and 82- degrees Fahrenheit). The vehicle can be ventilated either by mechanical or natural means to maintain the temperature. F. By January 1, 2022 all vehicles used by child care facilities to transport children must be equipped with a reliable alarm system approved by the Department which prompts the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle. 1. Approved alarm systems must meet the following criteria: a. The alarm system must be armed or activated automatically when the vehicles ignition is turned on. b. The alarm system must be designed and installed so that the vehicle horn, siren or other type of audio alarm will sound if the driver/staff member does not walk to the rear or, in the case of a passenger van, the side entry point of the vehicle, to manually shut off or deactivate the alarm. c. The time delay from the time the ignition is turned off after activation of the alarm system until the alarm sounds shall be no longer than one minute. d. The alarm must be audible from the distance of 500 feet from the vehicle. e. The alarm system must be installed so that the driver must walk to the back of the vehicle to reach the deactivation mechanism. Deactivation mechanisms installed in locations that do not require the driver to walk to the back of the vehicle and view all seating areas will not be acceptable. 2. List of approved alarm manufacturers may be found on the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare . 3. Alarms must be installed and maintained according to the manufacturers recommendations. 4. Alarm systems installed according to the manufacturers instructions prior to October 1, 2021, will be deemed to satisfy this requirement if they meet the criteria set forth in 2.5.4.F.1. above. Under this allowance, the existing alarm system must always be properly maintained in working order. Should at any time the alarm system require replacement, the new system must be selected from the Departments approved list referenced in 2.5.4 F.2. above. 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 3/22/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-12. View official inspection document (report 51d99e44-ea52-4dc2-9eea-40c444efdd2a)

23. (23-06)

During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [within 30 days from the previous month]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the last fire drill was not conducted monthly in that the last fire drill was conducted on 6/4/2025. The Fire inspection was completed on 1/23/2025. The provider brought this standard back into compliance at the time of the inspection by doing a fire drill with Licensing Specialist. There were 4 adults and 22 children present. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook 3.8.4 A-C Fire Drills A. During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care. Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 28 B. When the facilitys approved fire alarm alert system is activated or initiated, all adults and children must evacuate the facility. C. A current attendance record and parent contact information must accompany child care personnel out of the building during a drill or actual evacuation and be used to account for all children. The operator must maintain a written record of the fire drills showing the date, number of children and child care personnel in attendance, evacuation route used, and time taken for all individuals to evacuate the premises. Each fire drill record must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the fire drill. The fire drills conducted must include, at a minimum: 1. One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route, 2. One fire drill during napping/sleeping times, and 3. One fire drill in the presence and at the request of the licensing authority. This drill will be coeordinated with the operator or designee. FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments During the inspection, the Operator advised that the facility provides meals and snacks to the children that are in care. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-23. View official inspection document (report a18bfe65-d006-4efc-96be-727e67a646dd)

23. (23-05)

The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the fire extinguisher tag was not current for the facility's vehicle. The Fire Extinguisher tag was dated 07/2022. The Operator was given until 8/23/2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B Fire Safety B. Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced, and maintained with current inspection tags at all times. Due: 8/23/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-23. View official inspection document (report a18bfe65-d006-4efc-96be-727e67a646dd)

05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 (05-04)

The facility's transportation log did not include [some transportation logs did not include documentation that the children got on and off the vehicle at the pickup and destination locations.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the Previous Renewal inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that some of the transportation logs did not include the documentation that the children got off the vehicle at the destination and documentation that the children got back on the vehicle after leaving the destination, the secondary signature or the driver signature. During the reinspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that there were 3 transportation logs that were not in compliance in that the children were not checked off when leaving the vehicle. The Operator has been given until 8/23/2025 to compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 2.5.2 Transportation Log -A. A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the childcare facility. The log must be retained on file at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. The log must include: 1. Each childs name, 2. The date and time of departure, 3. Time of arrival at the destination, 4. The signature of the driver (or in the case of travelling on foot, the signature of the child care personnel), and 5. The signature of a second child care personnel or person (s) authorized by the provider to verify the transportation log and that all children have arrived safely and left the vehicle (if applicable). Transportation By Vehicle E. Prior to transporting children by vehicle, the transportation log must be recorded with each childs name, the date and time of departure and initialed by childcare personnel verifying that all children were accounted for and that the log is complete. F. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, the driver of the vehicle must: 1. Mark each child off the log as the child departs the vehicle. 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 Not Monitored Due: 8/23/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-23. View official inspection document (report ddfa5550-b137-4142-ab0c-f2b9d6511ceb)

05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (05-04)

The facility's transportation log did not include [some transportation logs did not include documentation that the children got off the vehicle at the destination and documentation that the children got back on the vehicle after leaving the destination, the secondary signature or the driver signature.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: 5-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that some transportation logs did not include documentation that the children got off the vehicle at the destination and documentation that the children got back on the vehicle after leaving the destination, the secondary signature or the driver signature. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 A. A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. The log must be retained on file at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. The log must include: 1. Each childs name, 2. The date and time of departure, 3. Time of arrival at the destination, 4. The signature of the driver (or in the case of travelling on foot, the signature of the child care personnel), and 5. The signature of a second child care personnel or person(s) authorized by the provider to verify the transportation log and that all children have arrived safely and left the vehicle (if applicable). Compliance Comments The director advised that there is one driver. Driver 1s license will expire on 2/6/2031, the physical was conducted on 6/26/2024, the CPR and First Aid certificate is valid until 1/31/2026 and the driver has completed the transportation training. 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments During the inspection, the director advised that currently there is one transportation vehicle 2017 Ford Transit (A60431) that was last inspected on 2/18/2025 and is insured through Progressive Express Insurance with an effective date of 12/21/2024. 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-10. View official inspection document (report 7f5a450d-5ad6-4698-8867-802c5da86190)

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: During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 6 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 6 of the 6 employee records. REMINDER: In-service training for 2024/2025 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2025. 33-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 employee did not complete the DCF 5 hour early literacy training within 12 months of their child care industry start date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 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 2025-03-10. View official inspection document (report 7f5a450d-5ad6-4698-8867-802c5da86190)