Early Child Development Center Of Tampa LLC

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 time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the fence facing to the main road has detached from its top base, creating a gap. This poses a safety concern/hazard, as children could pull it apart and exit/leave the outdoor area. According to the CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 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: 6/23/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-09. View official inspection document (report c96e12ee-109b-449f-a925-0e3030ba14ef)

24. (24-18)

Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the infant/One year classroom multiple snacks expired. This standard was completed at the time of the inspection by the Director throwing expired snacks away. According to the CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2 Food Storage B. Stored food must be consumed or discarded on or before the expiration dates listed by the manufacturer. Compliance Comments During the time of the inspection, the Director 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 2026-06-09. View official inspection document (report c96e12ee-109b-449f-a925-0e3030ba14ef)

32. (32-03)

The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [the wooden slide has a broken piece with an exposed nail.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a broken piece on the wooden slide with an exposed nail, the sitting area of this wooden slide was loose and with a broken edge. According to the CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 Outdoor Equipment C. All equipment, fences, and objects on the facilitys premises shall be free from sharp, broken and jagged edges, and properly placed to prevent overcrowding or safety hazards in any one area. TRAINING Due: 6/23/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-09. View official inspection document (report c96e12ee-109b-449f-a925-0e3030ba14ef)

18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (18-06)

The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored the one years old classroom and observed that the impermeable surface of some of the floor mats were ripped. According to the CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1 Bedding and Linens D. Floor mats must be at least one-inch thick and covered with an impermeable surface. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-18. View official inspection document (report f12ac1ce-78fa-4a71-85a4-a485df90eede)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (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 Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that one childcare personnel did not begin the required training within 90 days of employment/hired. According to the CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. This may be accomplished by classroom attendance in a Department-approved training course, acquiring an educational exemption from a Department-approved training course, beginning a Department-approved online child care training course, or by receiving results from a Department-approved competency examination. The child care program is responsible for obtaining training documentation from child care personnel. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-18. View official inspection document (report f12ac1ce-78fa-4a71-85a4-a485df90eede)

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: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that one childcare personnel did not complete the required five-hour early literacy training within 12 months of employment. According to the CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 Early Literacy Training 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. Due: 3/18/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-18. View official inspection document (report f12ac1ce-78fa-4a71-85a4-a485df90eede)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-09)

The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 Training [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that one childcare personnel did not complete the required Safe Sleep/Shaken baby syndrome training within 30 days of hired. According to the CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 Safe Sleep/ Shaken Baby Syndrome Training All child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early childhood within 30 days of hire at the facility. For child care personnel to satisfy this requirement the training must be accomplished through one of following methods: Department's Health Safety and Nutrition course, Safe Sleep course, or the Early Learning Floridas Safe Sleep Practices. Documentation of training must be maintained on the Department's training transcript in the child care personnel record. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-18. View official inspection document (report f12ac1ce-78fa-4a71-85a4-a485df90eede)