Broward Children's Center Inc

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Sec. 7-45(b)(2), Ordinance: All trash, debris, and dirt must be removed from the vehicles daily. All seats, safety restraint devices, and fixtures must be maintained free of rips and tears and in good repair at all times. Vehicles must be cleaned and sanitized routinely. The facility failed to maintain the vehicle as evidenced by [seats not being in good repair]. Comments: Vehicle with VIN ending in 3752 has numerus rips and tears located on a few of the seats. A permanent repair needs to be completed to fix the seats. Due: 12/23/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report b2cad929-7152-4d3d-8b15-bf133c964372)

19. Napping Space Group: DCF Handbook DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (19-03)

3.6.1(D) and (G), Handbook: Floor mats must be at least one-inch thick and covered with an impermeable surface. All bedding and linens must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at least once a week, and before use by another child. Bedding and linens were not cleaned and sanitized. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR] Comments: There were numerous sleeping mats that contained holes and cracks. Any and all mats that do not have an impermeable surface need to be replaced. This includes the mat in the bathroom being used to assist in changing children. 20. Crib Requirements/Bedding Group: Sec. 7-38, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-38, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Applicable 21. Outdoor Play Space Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 22. Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 23. Swimming Pool Group: DCF Handbook Sec. 7-33, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Applicable TOILET/BATH FACILITY 24. Toilet/Bath Facilities Group: Sec. 7-39, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-39, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 25. Diaper Changing Procedures Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 26. Handwashing Facilities and Use Group: Sec. 7-41, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-41, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance HEALTH PROGRAM 27. Written Instructions for Serious Illness/Injury: Sec. 7-41, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-41, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report b2cad929-7152-4d3d-8b15-bf133c964372)

11. (11-02)

3.2(A), Handbook: All areas and surfaces accessible to children must be free from toxic substances, bio contaminants, and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including power tools, plastic bags, matches, candles, lighters, etc. A toxic/hazardous material was accessible to children. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Facility/Storage [SR] Comments: During the inspection of the school age classroom and bathrooms, there were toxic/hazardous materials accessible to children. This was resolved during the inspection. The cabinet under the sink was locked and the bleach water spray bottle was placed where the children could not reach. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report b2cad929-7152-4d3d-8b15-bf133c964372)

01. (01-15)

7.4.1(A), Handbook: Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C-22.001(8)(b), F.A.C. A complete CF-FSP Form 5131 was not on file for all employees. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Staff Requirements [SR] Comments: There were 5 childcare staff members that did not have the 5131 form in their personnel files. 02. Education Requirements Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 03. Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 04. Minimum Age Requirements Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-33, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 12/23/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report b2cad929-7152-4d3d-8b15-bf133c964372)

01. (01-01)

5.1(A), Handbook: A screening must be conducted as a condition of employment. Level 2 screening as outlined in s. 435.04, F.S., is required for all child care personnel and includes a criminal records check (both national and statewide), a sexual predator and sexual offender registry search, and child abuse and neglect history of any state in which an individual resided during the preceding 5 years. Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Staff Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of relicensing inspection, the monitor observed [1] unscreened child care personnel alone supervising [4] children. There was a total of [2] unscreened child care personal in the child care facility. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report b2cad929-7152-4d3d-8b15-bf133c964372)

43. (43-01)

Sec. 7-45(b)(2), Ordinance: All trash, debris, and dirt must be removed from the vehicles daily. All seats, safety restraint devices, and fixtures must be maintained free of rips and tears and in good repair at all times. Vehicles must be cleaned and sanitized routinely. The facility failed to maintain the vehicle as evidenced by [See below]. Comments: The bus ending in VIN # 3810 has tears and rips in a couple of the seats that need to be repaired or replaced. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-09. View official inspection document (report 040a33f8-ad4c-4804-9115-396e11351f7f)

22. Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (22-03)

3.12(C), Handbook: 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. Equipment in the outdoor space needs repair. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR] Comments: A few areas of the surfacing material has holes and is in need of repair or replacement. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-09. View official inspection document (report 040a33f8-ad4c-4804-9115-396e11351f7f)

43. (43-12)

2.5.4(F)(1), Handbook: 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. The vehicle alarm does not meet requirements in that [See below] Transportation [SR] Comments: The vehicle alarm system did not sound within 1 minute for both vehicles. Last 4 digits of the vin: #3810 #3206 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-04. View official inspection document (report e8c7ab07-e22f-48ff-9ce3-89b67703385b)

48. Fire Drills/Emergency Procedures Group: DCF Handbook (48-01)

3.8.4(A) and (C), Handbook: 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. 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. There was no documentation available to show that monthly fire drills have been completed for the month(s) of [See below]. License/Certificates [SR] Comments: The last fire drill conducted was on 01/20/2025. There required monthly emergency drill was not conducted. Compliance Comments Insurance expires on 06/01/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-04. View official inspection document (report e8c7ab07-e22f-48ff-9ce3-89b67703385b)

44. Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (44-02)

2.5.1(B), Handbook: The driver of any vehicle used by a child care program to provide transportation must have an annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive. The driver(s) did not have an annual physical on file. Transportation [SR] Comments: 3 staff members who are listed as Drivers did not have an annual physical examination on file. Following progressive enforcement procedures, a Notice of Violation is being issued as this standard was previously cited out of compliance on 08/07/2024 and 12/02/2024. LICENSE/CERTIFICATES 45. License/Inspection Reports Group: Secs. 7-3, 7-11, 7-12, 7-13, 7-38, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-04. View official inspection document (report e8c7ab07-e22f-48ff-9ce3-89b67703385b)

03. Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (03-02)

4.1, Handbook: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must successfully complete the departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. The facility did not have documentation of child care personnel's completion of required training on the training transcript in that [See below]. Comments: A Teacher has not completed the required training. Following progressive enforcement procedures, a Notice of Violation is being issued as this standard was previously cited out of compliance on 08/07/2024 and 12/02/2024. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-04. View official inspection document (report e8c7ab07-e22f-48ff-9ce3-89b67703385b)

44. (44-02)

2.5.1(B), Handbook: The driver of any vehicle used by a child care program to provide transportation must have an annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive. The driver(s) did not have an annual physical on file. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Transportation [SR] Comments: There was a bus driver observed without a valid driver's physical on file. See supplement. LICENSE/CERTIFICATES Compliance Comments The providers license expires on 12/31/24. All areas of this report that fail to comply must be corrected by 12/06/24 or the renewal license may be denied. 45. License/Inspection Reports Group: Secs. 7-3, 7-11, 7-12, 7-13, 7-38, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Secs. 7-3, 7-11, 7-12, 7-13, 7-38, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-02. View official inspection document (report bd46b9ea-3ce6-4cf5-9947-32f191d7057b)

43. (43-02)

2.5.4(A), Handbook: 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. Provider did not obtain inspection by a qualified, certified mechanic and retain documentation in the vehicle. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Transportation [SR] Comments: Vehicle with vin ending in #3752 did not have verification of an annual maintenance check. 44. Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-45, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 12/9/2024 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-02. View official inspection document (report bd46b9ea-3ce6-4cf5-9947-32f191d7057b)

03. (03-02)

4.1, Handbook: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must successfully complete the departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. The facility did not have documentation of child care personnel's completion of required training on the training transcript in that [see below]. Comments: There was a staff member that has begun the required childcare training on 10/7/22 and has exceeded the allotted year timeframe to complete all courses. See supplement. 04. Minimum Age Requirements Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-33, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-02. View official inspection document (report bd46b9ea-3ce6-4cf5-9947-32f191d7057b)

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Sec. 7-11.10(c), Ordinance: A completed application for renewal of a license must be submitted to the local licensing agency at least 45 days prior to the expiration date of the current license to ensure that a lapse in licensure does not occur. The facility failed to submit a complete renewal application 45 days prior to the license expiration. Comments: The providers license expires on 12/31/24. All areas of this report that fail to comply must be corrected by 12/06/24 or the renewal license may be denied. 46. Nighttime Child Care Group: Sec. 7-40, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 47. Fire and Emergency Safety Group: DCF Handbook Not Monitored 48. Fire Drills/Emergency Procedures Group: DCF Handbook Not Monitored 49. Insurance Group: Sec 7-22, Ordinance Not Monitored 50. Daily Attendance Group: DCF Handbook Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-18. View official inspection document (report 1f56d98a-8eb1-49cb-b431-dacaf51a270e)