Lindas Caritas Family Day Care

2025

1. Medium riskStandard 095/6/2025

   09. Diaper Changing Area (Article VIII.H) (09-01)

   The container for soiled, disposable diapers was not plastic-lined and securely covered. General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, it was observed no plastic-lined, securely covered container was present by diaper changing station. It was observed that provider would dispose soiled diapers within plastic bag across room from diaper changing station into trash can in kitchen. Technical assistance was provided to the provider recommending waste basket with secure plastic lining and plastic cover be located by diaper changing station for soiled diapers to be disposed of. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-06. View official inspection document (report 51a3533d-e82a-4d02-b91d-c476c226b265)

   Not corrected
2. Medium riskStandard 095/6/2025

   09. Diaper Changing Area (Article VIII.H) (09-02)

   The container for soiled, disposable diapers was accessible to children. General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, it was observed that soiled diapers were left inside plastic bag on diaper changing table. Additional plastic bags were observed, stored on diaper changing table within children's reach. Technical assistance was given to provider to remove the plastic bags from diaper changing station, as this poses a potential choking/suffocation hazard to the children. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-06. View official inspection document (report 51a3533d-e82a-4d02-b91d-c476c226b265)

   Not corrected
3. Medium-Low riskStandard 105/6/2025

   10. Advertising (Article IV.E) (10-01)

   The family day care home's advertisement did not include its license number. Comments: At the time of the inspection, it was observed that the family childcare home had advertising on outside gate and front door entrance without license number listed. Technical assistance was provided to the provider, stating license number must be written/posted on any advertisements pertaining to the family childcare home. Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, it was observed that the provider maintained supervision of the children. The children were in the main play area with the provider. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-06. View official inspection document (report 51a3533d-e82a-4d02-b91d-c476c226b265)

   Not corrected
4. Medium riskStandard 195/6/2025

   19. Lighting and Electrical (Article VIII.A) (19-05)

   A power cord to the [main play area room] was accessible to children. Comments: At the time of the inspection, inspector observed electric cords accessible to children in main play area, including an iPad charging cord. Technical assistance was given to the provider that the cords should be inaccessible, or mounted so that they do not pose a tripping or strangulation hazard to children. Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the walls and ceilings were noted to be in good repair. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-06. View official inspection document (report 51a3533d-e82a-4d02-b91d-c476c226b265)

   Not corrected
5. Medium riskStandard 285/6/2025

   28. Toilet and Bath Facilities (Article VIII.H) (28-05)

   The bathroom was not supplied with disposable towels or individually labeled towels and washcloths. Toilet/Bath Facility [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, it was observed that no paper towels or paper towel dispenser was available for the children in their designated bathroom. Technical assistance was provided to the provider of a recommendation to install a paper towel dispenser, or a method to which paper towels would be readily accessible and available to the children in their designated bathroom. SAFETY/HEALTH Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-06. View official inspection document (report 51a3533d-e82a-4d02-b91d-c476c226b265)

   Not corrected
6. Medium-High riskStandard 315/6/2025

   31. Play Equipment (Article VIII.G) (31-04)

   The following equipment was in need of repair or was hazardous to children: [a garden hose accessible to the children and a pink toy crib that had water accumulating in it. ]. Safety/Health [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, a pink toy crib for children was observed on the outdoor play area, which had water accumulating in it. Additionally, during the inspection, a garden hose was observed outside the home in the children's outdoor play area. The hose poses a strangulation/tripping hazard to children. Technical assistance was provided for the provider to either remove the hose, mount the hose, or store the hose in a proper outdoor container/box to make the hazard inaccessible to the children. Additional technical assistance was given to the provider that toys should be checked before and after outdoor play activity to ensure toys are kept clean and dry. Pooling water can lead to mosquito breeding or pose as a drowning hazard to infants. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-06. View official inspection document (report 51a3533d-e82a-4d02-b91d-c476c226b265)

   Not corrected
7. Medium-High riskStandard 325/6/2025

   32. Safe Environment (Article VIII.A and 65C-20.010) (32-01)

   Bleach/ammonia/soap powder was observed on a low shelf or in an unlocked utility closet that was accessible to children. Safety/Health [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, products such as air fresheners, hand sanitizer, a candle, and perfume were observed within reach of the children on the shelf located by the television in the main play area. These products were observed with the labeling with keep reach out of children. Any products with this labeling must be inaccessible to children and removed/placed in a locked container or cabinet storage. Technical assistance was given to the provider that the products needed to be out of reach of children and stored in an inaccessible location. The provider immediately moved the products from reach. Due: 5/14/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-06. View official inspection document (report 51a3533d-e82a-4d02-b91d-c476c226b265)

   Not corrected
8. Medium-High riskStandard 325/6/2025

   32. Safe Environment (Article VIII.A and 65C-20.010) (32-07)

   Alcohol was not stored out of the reach of children. Safety/Health [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, it was observed that alcoholic bottles were under an unlocked kitchen cabinet and accessible to children, as the entrance to the kitchen/bedrooms of the home was ajar. Alcohol must be stored where it is inaccessible to children. Technical assistance was provided that the cabinet door be child-proof locked and the door leading to the kitchen child-proof locked so that the alcohol bottles would be inaccessible to the children. Not Applicable Comments At the time of the inspection, no pools or spas were observed on premises. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-06. View official inspection document (report 51a3533d-e82a-4d02-b91d-c476c226b265)

   Not corrected
9. Medium-High riskStandard 345/6/2025

   34. Animals/Pets (Article VIII.A and 65C-20.010) (34-04)

   There was no documentation that parents had received written notification of an animal observed on the premises. Safety/Health [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, no written notice or policy was in children's files about the pet bird located at the home. Pets/animals must be listed on documentation signed by parents and kept in children's files. Technical assistance was provided that having the bird at the home requires written parental notification and is to be stored in children's files. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-06. View official inspection document (report 51a3533d-e82a-4d02-b91d-c476c226b265)

   Not corrected
10. Medium-High riskStandard 355/6/2025

    35. Fire Safety and Emergency Planning (Article VIII. A and J; 65C-20.010) (35-01)

    The operator did not conduct a fire drill for the month(s) of [January through April 2025. ]. Safety/Health [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, it was noted that fire drills were not conducted from January 2025 to the present. This was confirmed by observing missing fire drill paperwork, and the provider stated she had not conducted fire drills with the children for this year. Technical assistance was provided that the fire drills must be conducted monthly. Additionally, the regulations for family childcare homes on fire drills state: 7.21 Fire Drills The operator must maintain a written record of the fire drills showing the date, number of children and childcare 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. The fire drills conducted must include, at a minimum: 1. One fire drill during the established napping/sleeping times, 2. One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route, and 3. One fire drill in the presence and at the request of the licensing authority in coordination with the operator or designee. Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, inspector reviewed first-aid kit and observed all required items were present and available for children's first aid care. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-06. View official inspection document (report 51a3533d-e82a-4d02-b91d-c476c226b265)

    Not corrected
11. Medium riskStandard 435/6/2025

    43. Infant Feeding (Article XI.E) (43-05)

    The microwave oven was used for directly warming bottles. Comments: At the time of the inspection, the inspector observed the provider microwaving children's bottles. Technical assistance was provided, informing the provider that bottles must not be microwaved. Rather, the bottles should be warmed with water/crockpot instead. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-06. View official inspection document (report 51a3533d-e82a-4d02-b91d-c476c226b265)

    Not corrected
12. High riskStandard 475/6/2025

    47. Background Screening (Article VII.B) (47-03)

    The personnel record for a Household Member did not include a signed and notarized "Affidavit of Good Moral Character". Comments: At the time of the inspection, it was observed that the daughter of the provider did not have an Affidavit of Good Moral Character on file. Technical assistance was provided to the provider, instructing the daughter needs this paperwork on file. Due: 5/16/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-06. View official inspection document (report 51a3533d-e82a-4d02-b91d-c476c226b265)

    Not corrected
13. Medium riskStandard 485/6/2025

    48. Physical and TB Certifications (Article VI.C) (48-03)

    There was no statement of a current tuberculosis risk assessment for a household/family member older than 12 years of age. Comments: At the time of the inspection, it was observed files were missing for provider's daughter, who is considered a household member as defined previously. Technical assistance was provided that the provider needs a current tuberculosis risk assessment for her daughter who is a household member older than 12 years of age. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-06. View official inspection document (report 51a3533d-e82a-4d02-b91d-c476c226b265)

    Not corrected
14. Medium-High riskStandard 525/6/2025

    52. Physical Examination and Immunization (Article XV.A) (52-04)

    The operator did not have a current Form 680, Florida Certificate of Immunization on file for the child(ren) in care. Children Records [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, it was observed that an infant in the home had an expired immunization record, having expired on 4/10/2025. This infant was actively in care at the time of the inspection. Technical assistance was provided that the infant in care needs updated immunizations on file. Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, it was observed that a daily schedule was posted in the main play area. It was also observed by the inspector that the provider had signed documentation by parents confirming receipt of the discipline policy in all the children's files. This meets standards. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-06. View official inspection document (report 51a3533d-e82a-4d02-b91d-c476c226b265)

    Not corrected