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21. Outdoor Play Space Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (21-04)

3.5(A), Handbook: The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards. The following hazard was observed in the outdoor play space [see details below]. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed the outdoor play space in need of the following: -clean and repair discolored climbing equipment - clean and repair playground shade covering - clean outdoor sink and water fountain - repaint stair railing - replace exposed landscape garden edging in mulch area Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-24. View official inspection document (report cee4efdb-62bc-401a-b62b-6b45e8669bcf)

19. Napping Space Group: DCF Handbook (19-07)

3.6.1(F), Handbook: Linens must be provided when children are sleeping, and pillows and blankets must be available. Linens, pillow or blankets were not provided for sleeping children. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR] Comments: Linens were not provided for all sleeping children. Per the teacher, the childs parents forgot to bring the child new linens. Due: 7/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-24. View official inspection document (report cee4efdb-62bc-401a-b62b-6b45e8669bcf)

11. Toxins/Hazardous Materials Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (11-01)

7-42(g), Ordinance: All knives and sharp instruments must be stored in a locked area when not in use. Children had access to [see details below]. Facility/Storage [SR] Comments: The licensing monitor observed children had access to exposed knives within the food prep area. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-24. View official inspection document (report cee4efdb-62bc-401a-b62b-6b45e8669bcf)

47. Fire and Emergency Safety Group: DCF Handbook (47-05)

3.8.2(B), Handbook: Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times. The fire extinguishers throughout the facility were not properly maintained. License/Certificates [SR] Comments: Fire extinguishers were due for service on 7/25. Compliance Comments The following drills were documented on the emergency preparedness drill log: Routine fire drill: 4/23/25. Alternate route fire drill: 9/28/25. Nap time fire drill: 7/12/25. Lock down drill: 3/21/25. Inclement weather drill: 5/16/25. Due: 10/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-03. View official inspection document (report 748d7d33-387d-4cd4-8081-046ec601e9e8)

47. Fire and Emergency Safety Group: DCF Handbook (47-02)

4.2.5, Handbook: All child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation that all child care personnel have completed training. The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher. License/Certificates [SR] Comments: There were 2 staff members that did not have proof of fire extinguisher training. Due: 10/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-03. View official inspection document (report 748d7d33-387d-4cd4-8081-046ec601e9e8)

47. Fire and Emergency Safety Group: DCF Handbook (47-01)

3.8.2 (A), Handbook: 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. The facility has not been inspected and approved by the local fire department as required. License/Certificates [SR] Comments: The fire inspection was observed with an expiration date of 9/14/25. Due: 10/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-03. View official inspection document (report 748d7d33-387d-4cd4-8081-046ec601e9e8)

37. Health Examinations/Health Maintenance Group: Sec. 7-43, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (37-04)

7.1, Handbook: The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. The Florida Certificate of immunization was expired for children in care. Childrens Records [SR] Comments: There was a child with an expired immunization record on file. Due: 10/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-03. View official inspection document (report 748d7d33-387d-4cd4-8081-046ec601e9e8)

05. Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-32, Ordinance (05-01)

Sec. 7-32, Ordinance: Before the first day of employment at a child care facility, all child care personnel, excluding temporary substitutes, must have on file at the child care facility a signed statement from a licensed physician or authorized agent of the Florida Department of Health attesting that the person is in good health in order to care for children in a child care facility setting. The health assessment statement shall be documented on a form prescribed by the local licensing agency and updated at least every two years. Child Care personnel did not have a current health statement on file. Comments: There was a staff member with an expired physical on file. 06. Personnel Records Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 402.302(3), Florida Statutes Compliance RATIOS/DISCIPLINE Due: 10/17/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-03. View official inspection document (report 748d7d33-387d-4cd4-8081-046ec601e9e8)

14. (14-06)

3.9.8(A), Handbook: For the purposes of providing clean, sanitary drinking water, sink/water fountain combinations are prohibited if the handwashing sink is used for hygiene procedures after toileting or diaper changing. A sink/water fountain combination also used for hygiene purposes was observed in use for drinking. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Facility/Storage [SR] Comments: There was a sink/water fountain combo observed on the playground. 15. Phone/Emergency Numbers Posted Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance INDOOR/OUTDOOR SPACE 16. Useable Indoor Play Space Group: Secs. 7-37 and 7-48, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Secs. 7-37 and 7-48, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 17. Equipment and Furnishings Group: Sec. 7-36, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-36, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED TO INCLUDE AN INCLEMENT WEATHER PLAN FOR EACH CLASS IN PLACE OF OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER. 18. Activity Plan Group: Sec. 7-36, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-36, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-14. View official inspection document (report 7240d980-ecb7-435f-b279-67129719e452)