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3.12(D)(1) and (2), Handbook: 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. 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. 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. The playground surface was insufficient. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR] Comments: Surface under green monkey bar equipment located in the larger playground, was observed missing a fall zone with a minimum of 6 inches resilience. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-28. View official inspection document (report cf392add-0f73-4463-a984-477e9fc426cb)

21. (21-11)

3.5(F), Handbook: 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 build-up 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. The facilitys fencing was inadequate in that [See comments]. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR] Comments: Green fence located in the large playground area was observed with a gap at the bottom of the fence in two separate locations. Fence must remain at ground level at all times. Also remove dead lizard observed stuck by the black mesh near the green fence. 22. Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 6/6/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-28. View official inspection document (report cf392add-0f73-4463-a984-477e9fc426cb)

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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. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR] Comments: The gazebo located in the larger playground area was observed with rust over the step and floor area. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-28. View official inspection document (report cf392add-0f73-4463-a984-477e9fc426cb)

11. Toxins/Hazardous Materials Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (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. Facility/Storage [SR] Comments: Cleaning products were accessible to children in several classrooms, and bathroom area. This section was corrected at the time of the inspection. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-21. View official inspection document (report d9df5642-a608-4972-a959-7c40ecf0b8bf)

05. Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-4.05, Ordinance (05-01)

Sec. 7-4.05(b), Ordinance: Prior to the first day of being employed by a child care facility, all child care personnel, excluding temporary substitutes, shall have on file at the child care facility a signed statement from a licensed physician or authorized agent of a Florida County Health Department attesting that the employee is in good health in order to care for children.The health assessment statement shall be documented on the No. 8, Physicians Statement of Good Health for Child Care Center Personnel, and updated every two (2) years.See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff without current No. 8 on file. Staff Requirement [SR] Comments: 5 staff members were found with expired #8. See supplemental. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-25. View official inspection document (report 29529f44-c2f5-4f27-baee-460535247543)

11. General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (11-13)

3.1(A), Handbook: All child care facilities must be in good repair, free from health and safety hazards. Areas of the facility were found to be in need of repair in the following areas [A total of 12 ceiling tiles need to be replaced in the facility. One in the directors office, one in the 3 year old room, two in the 2 year old room, two in the VPK room, one in the girls bathroom; five in the boys bathroom.]. Facility/Storage [SR] Comments: A total of 12 ceiling tiles need to be replaced in the facility. One in the directors office, one in the 3 year old room, two in the 2 year old room, two in the VPK room, one in the girls bathroom; five in the boys bathroom. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-25. View official inspection document (report 29529f44-c2f5-4f27-baee-460535247543)