Mary Simeton Family ChildCare Home

35. (35-01)

The operator did not conduct a fire drill for the month(s) of [September - December 2025]. (Section 13.2, number 1) Safety/Health [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, fire drills conducted from September - December 2025 were not available for review. Unable to conduct a fire drill due to inclement weather. T.A. Monthly fire drills are required to be conducted and documented. In additon, all logs must be maintained and availabl for review. 36. First Aid Supplies (Article IX.A) (Article IX.A) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 12 Health Related Requirements, Pages 25-26) Compliance 37. Accident or Incident Reports (Article IX.B) (Article IX.B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 14 Emergency Procedures and Notification, Page 28) Compliance Not Applicable Comments At the time of the inspection, the Operator stated that field trips are not provided. 38. Field Trips (Article XVI) (Article XVI) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 5 Transportation (If Applicable), Pages 14-15) Not Applicable FOOD AND NUTRITION Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the Operator stated that she provided breakfast, lunch and snacks. Due: 4/17/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-18. View official inspection document (report 0a5f4946-ffc8-4468-91ae-ceebe291f3e1)

31. (31-04)

The following equipment was in need of repair or was hazardous to children: [canopy of play house.]. (Section 10.2, number 4) Safety/Health [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, observed the canopy/covering of the out door play house torn and hanging at a height accessible to the children. T.A. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. 32. Safe Environment (Article VIII.A and 65C-20.010) (Article VIII.A and 65C-20.010) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21) Compliance Not Applicable Comments At the time of the inspection, no water hazards were observed. 33. Water Hazards (Articles VI.B and VIII.C) (Articles VI.B and VIII.C) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21) Not Applicable Compliance Comments There are 2 dogs present at the FCCH -Dog #1 and #2 - 3/23/2026 - rabies expiration 34. Animals/Pets (Article VIII.A and 65C-20.010) (Article VIII.A and 65C-20.010) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21) Compliance 35. Fire Safety and Emergency Planning (Article VIII. A and J; 65C-20.010) (Article VIII. A and J; 65C-20.010) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 13 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 26-28) Noncompliance Due: 4/17/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-18. View official inspection document (report 0a5f4946-ffc8-4468-91ae-ceebe291f3e1)

21. (21-01)

The home's outdoor play area was not adequately fenced, in that there were holes or missing slats in the fencing, or fencing was unsecured. (Section 9.8, numbers 1 and 2) Physical Facility [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, observed the fence pole on the top of the fence broken and easily moveable. The fence pole is located in the childrens outdoor play area and accessible to the children. T.A - The fence must be secure at all times. Due: 4/17/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-18. View official inspection document (report 0a5f4946-ffc8-4468-91ae-ceebe291f3e1)

19. (19-02)

The home failed to provide sufficient lighting in the [living room area] area. (Section 9.1) Physical Facility [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the lighting measured 3.1 ftc in the living room area where the children were at the time of the inspection. T.A Sufficient lighting is required for adequate supervison of the children. 20. Wall and Ceiling (Article VIII.H) (Article VIII.H) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 10 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 21-22) Compliance 21. Fenced Areas (Article VIII.C) (Article VIII.C) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21 and Section 10 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 21-22) Noncompliance Due: 4/17/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-18. View official inspection document (report 0a5f4946-ffc8-4468-91ae-ceebe291f3e1)

15. (15-05)

A hazard was observed in the outdoor play area that poses a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. (Section 9.7, number 1) Physical Facility [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, observed protruding nails on the lattic panel of the outdoor deck, which is located on the childrens playground. The protruding nails were at a height accessible to the children. T.A - The outdoor play area must be free from hazards at all time. 16. Ventilation Requirements (Article VIII.A) (Article VIII.A) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21 and Section 13.1 Fire Safety, Page 27) Compliance 17. Heating Requirements (Article VIII.A) (Article VIII.A) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21 and Section 13.1 Fire Safety, Page 27) Compliance 18. Flooring Requirements (Article VIII.H) (Article VIII.H) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 10 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 21-22) Compliance 19. Lighting and Electrical (Article VIII.A) (Article VIII.A) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21 and Section 13.1 Fire Safety, Page 27) Noncompliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-18. View official inspection document (report 0a5f4946-ffc8-4468-91ae-ceebe291f3e1)

07. (07-03)

The family day care home's corded telephone was not in service. (Section 13.1, number 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, observed the corded telephone not in service. T.A. A corded working phone/ landline must be in service at all times, in the case of emergencies. Please be advised that a satisfactory inspection is required for license renewal. If a satisfactory inspection is not attained by expiration of the license, a Provisional license may be issued by the Child Care Advisory Council. 08. Handwashing Requirements (Article VIII.H) (Article VIII.H) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 11 Health and Sanitation, Page 23-24) Compliance Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the diaper changing area was in a clean and sanitary condition. Operator stated that there are no infants currently enrolled. 09. Diaper Changing Area (Article VIII.H) (Article VIII.H) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 11 Health and Sanitation, Page 23-24) Compliance Due: 9/26/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-03. View official inspection document (report 67dcfe26-d4f1-43d2-acda-0adf856e21a0)

08. (08-06)

Children did not wash their hands with soap and running water before eating. (Section 11.2, number 1) General Requirements [SR] Comments: Children ate food without washing their hands first. TA: Children must always wash hands before eating. 09. Diaper Changing Area (Article VIII.H) (Article VIII.H) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 11 Health and Sanitation, Page 23-24) Not Monitored 10. Advertising (Article IV.E) (Article IV.E) Not Monitored 11. Supervision (Article VI.D and Article VII.E ) (Article VI.D and Article VII.E ) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 4 Supervision, Page 13) Not Monitored 12. Transportation Services (Articles XIV.A - H) (Articles XIV.A - H) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 5 Transportation (If Applicable), Pages 14-15) Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-25. View official inspection document (report d18c0ecc-3a19-43c6-89e8-6d715736a709)

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: Affidavit is out of date HOUSEHOLD/SUB RECORD Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-05. View official inspection document (report 46767f84-7c78-4149-b1dc-f6b7f1fc47f0)

49. Child Abuse and Neglect (Article VI.B) (49-01)

There was no statement on file for the operator, substitute or household member attesting that the pamphlet "Child Abuse and Neglect in Florida, A Guide for Professionals" had been read. Household/Sub Record [SR] Comments: Attestations are out of date Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-05. View official inspection document (report 46767f84-7c78-4149-b1dc-f6b7f1fc47f0)

48. Physical and TB Certifications (Article VI.C) (48-05)

There was no verification of a current medical examination for the substitute. Comments: Physical is out of date Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-05. View official inspection document (report 46767f84-7c78-4149-b1dc-f6b7f1fc47f0)

48. Physical and TB Certifications (Article VI.C) (48-04)

There was no verification of a current medical examination for the operator of the family day care home. Comments: Physical is out of date Due: 3/28/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-05. View official inspection document (report 46767f84-7c78-4149-b1dc-f6b7f1fc47f0)

48. Physical and TB Certifications (Article VI.C) (48-02)

There was no statement of a current tuberculosis risk assessment for the substitute. Comments: Physical is out of date Due: 3/28/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-05. View official inspection document (report 46767f84-7c78-4149-b1dc-f6b7f1fc47f0)

48. Physical and TB Certifications (Article VI.C) (48-01)

There was no statement of a current tuberculosis risk assessment for the operator of the family day care home. Comments: Physical is out of date; provider stated that she is getting physical tomorrow. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-05. View official inspection document (report 46767f84-7c78-4149-b1dc-f6b7f1fc47f0)

47. Background Screening (Article VII.B) (47-02)

The personnel record for the substitute did not include a signed and notarized "Affidavit of Good Moral Character". Comments: Affidavit is out of date Due: 3/19/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-05. View official inspection document (report 46767f84-7c78-4149-b1dc-f6b7f1fc47f0)

47. Background Screening (Article VII.B) (47-01)

The personnel record for the operator of the family day care home did not include a signed and notarized "Affidavit of Good Moral Character". Comments: Affidavit is out of date Due: 3/19/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-05. View official inspection document (report 46767f84-7c78-4149-b1dc-f6b7f1fc47f0)

46. Personnel Requirements (Article VI.A and E) (46-06)

There was no signed statement from the operator stating the number of hours the substitute(s) worked. Comments: There was no notarized statement regarding the number of hours worked as a Substitute Teacher. BACKGROUND SCREENING Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-05. View official inspection document (report 46767f84-7c78-4149-b1dc-f6b7f1fc47f0)

35. Fire Safety and Emergency Planning (Article VIII. A and J; 65C-20.010) (35-07)

The operator failed to develop an appropriate Emergency Evacuation Plan to be used during emergencies and fire drills. Safety/Health [SR] Comments: No emergency preparedness plan available. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-05. View official inspection document (report 46767f84-7c78-4149-b1dc-f6b7f1fc47f0)

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: Children's files did not have parental notification of pets on the property. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-05. View official inspection document (report 46767f84-7c78-4149-b1dc-f6b7f1fc47f0)