Bealsville Head Start Center

06. (06-01)

The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 2 drivers had expired annual physical examinations. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:The driver of any vehicle used by a child care program to provide transportation must have the following:A. A valid Florida drivers license including the proper endorsement; B. An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures. Not Monitored Comments During the time of the inspection, the transportation vehicle was not on-site for the Licensing Specialist to monitor. 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 Not Monitored 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 Not Monitored Due: 5/14/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-14. View official inspection document (report f56517b8-d8f5-4941-986e-568f55d993d1)

32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (32-07)

The ground cover or other protective surface under the [slide, balance beam and climbing wall] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that there was only two inches of mulch in the fall zones of the slide, balance beam and climbing wall. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 39 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area. 2. If the ground cover in place is a unitary playground surface, then the unitary surfacing materials must be installed, maintained, or replaced according to manufacturers instructions. Unitary surfaces must be tested to and comply with ASTM F1292; documentation of test data must be retained at the facility and available for licensing to review. 3. If the play area was approved by the Department prior to January 1, 2020 and does not meet the 6-foot fall/use zone requirement, then the facility must submit a written notification, including photographs and layout of the play area, to the Department prior to or on April 1, 2020, notifying its intention to continue to operate using the prior approved play area. However, if the permanent or stationary playground equipment is moved or replaced then the standard would apply, and 6 feet of use zone must be provided. Any new equipment added would be required to have the 6 feet of use zone in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. TRAINING Due: 12/18/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-18. View official inspection document (report 589b7325-ad07-4e41-8da3-ce10406533ee)

17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (17-05)

The facilitys outdoor play space was not enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the fencing of the outdoor play area did not meet the minimum 4-foot height requirement. The Licensing Specialist measured four areas of the fencing with the height ranging from 3'2" to 3'10". During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "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." 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 30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 Not Monitored 31. Indoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-19. View official inspection document (report 3e8dd7a4-9bf1-44d2-a14c-0bfc71797c2c)

17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (17-05)

The facilitys outdoor play space was not enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the fencing of the outdoor play area to not meet the minimum 4-foot height requirement. The Licensing Specialist measured three areas of the fencing with the height ranging from 3'2" to 3'10". During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "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." Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-06. View official inspection document (report 7f149153-d144-4588-a79b-bd67dffb7c54)