Ladybird Academy of FishHawk

2025

1. Medium riskStandard 074/24/2025

   07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (07-06)

   The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 Comments: Licensing Specialist observed that the time delay from the time the ignition is turned off after activation of the alarm system was longer than one minute. The alarm activated after 4 minutes. According to the DCF Facility Handbook: 2.5 Transportation 2.5.4 Vehicle Requirements F. By January 1, 2022 all vehicles used by childcare 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. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-24. View official inspection document (report 73b38909-91fd-4c1a-a29f-9284e298507b)

   Not corrected
2. Medium-High riskStandard 214/24/2025

   21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 (21-12)

   The facility did not maintain the sink, toilet and/or bath facilities used by the children in good operating condition, clean and sanitized or disinfected, posing a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I Comments: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed toilets in the facility were not clean. According to the DCF Facility Handbook: 3.7 Restrooms and Bath Facilities I. Each toilet and sink must be maintained in good operating condition, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected as needed, but at least once per day. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-24. View official inspection document (report 73b38909-91fd-4c1a-a29f-9284e298507b)

   Not corrected
3. Medium-High riskStandard 234/24/2025

   23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (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 Comments: During the time inspection, Licensing Specialist observed fire extinguishers were expired January 2024. According to the DCF Facility Handbook: 3.8 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness 3.8.2 Fire Safety A. Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A- 36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must be documented and maintained on file at the program. B. Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times. C. The distance to the nearest extinguisher shall not be more than 75 feet from rooms occupied by children. A fire extinguisher must be present in vehicles used to transport children and areas where food is prepared. D. Automatic range-top fire suppression systems are required in the kitchen for facilities that deep fry food. Suppression hood systems must be maintained and inspected by a certified inspector. A copy of the current and approved annual inspection notating compliance with the Florida Fire Prevention Code as adopted in Chapter 69A-60, F.A.C, must be on file with the licensing authority. FOOD AND NUTRITION Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-24. View official inspection document (report 73b38909-91fd-4c1a-a29f-9284e298507b)

   Not corrected
4. Medium riskStandard 121/27/2025

   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 Comments: During the time of the complaint the Licensing Specialist observed that the facility had water damage on the ceiling in the hallway. According to the DCF Handbook Section 3.1.A General Health and Safety Requirements A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-27. View official inspection document (report d5660bd4-22ef-490c-9e84-173119cae532)

   Not corrected