Lawanda Thomas Large Family Child Care Home

47. (47-03)

Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not safe in that [what appears to be rusted bikes and truck]. (Section 10.1, number 2 and Section 10.2, numbers 2 and 4) Large Family [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, observed 2 tricycles and 1 truck in disrepair. The items contained what appears to be rust, with peeling paint. The Operator removed all items at the time of the inspection. T.A - All toys and equipment must be free of peeling paint and maintained in good repair at all times. Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, observed the fence at base level, secure and free of gaps or hazards. 48. Outdoor Play Area rule 65C-20.013(11)(c)1 & 2, F.A.C. rule 65C-20.013(11)(c)1 & 2, F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21 and Section 10 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 21-22) Compliance 49. Outdoor Equipment rule 65C-20.010(1)(h), F.A.C. rule 65C-20.010(1)(h), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21 and Section 10 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 21-22) Compliance 50. Emergency Plan/Posted rule 65C-20.010(3)(a)4., F.A.C. rule 65C-20.010(3)(a)4., F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 15 Medication, Page 29) Compliance 51. Child Abuse or Neglect/Misrepresentation ss. 402.319, F.S. and rule 65C-20.010(7), F.A.C. ss. 402.319, F.S. and rule 65C-20.010(7), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 20 Child Safety, Page 40) Compliance Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments N/A Counselor Comments FDOH Inspection Results: Satisfactory School Readiness Inspection: Satisfactory Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-09. View official inspection document (report f9a1c093-a604-4e31-82ed-50b357df38ba)

11. (11-05)

The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow access by children or animals or allow children to exit the play area. (Section 9.8, number 2) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection observed the fence was not at ground level in the children's play area. The gap measured approximately 7 inches. T.A - The outdoor fencing must be at ground level to prevent access by animals. Due: 6/18/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-10. View official inspection document (report 3c2770e2-438e-4f9d-a2f1-32d210feeb22)

11. (11-10)

Sharp, broken and/or jagged edges were observed on the [border of the play area] that pose a threat to the health, safety or well- being of the children in the play area. (Section 10.2, number 4) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, observed the rubber border detached from the wooden border. There were several protruding screws that were accessible to the children. The border encloses the rubber mulch on the outdoor play area. T.A. The outdoor play area must be free of hazards at all times. Due: 6/18/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-10. View official inspection document (report 3c2770e2-438e-4f9d-a2f1-32d210feeb22)

11. (11-14)

The placement of [2 slide structures] did not allow for adequate distance/clearance from other equipment or other children in the area. (Section 10.2, number 4) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, observed 2 Simplay 3 slide structures located approximately 3 feet from the fence. T.A Play equipment must be 6 ft from the fence. Not Applicable Comments At the time of the inspection, no swimming pools were observed on site. 12. Swimming Pools rule 65C-20.010(1)(i)(j), F.A.C. rule 65C-20.010(1)(i)(j), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21) Not Applicable 13. Appropriate, Safe and Sanitary Bedding rule 65C-20.010(1)(k)-(o), F.A.C. rule 65C-20.010(1)(k)-(o), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9.4 Nap and Sleep Space(s)/Safe Sleep Practices, Pages 19-20 and Section 11.4 Bedding and Linens, Pages Compliance 14. Drinking Water and Single Service Disposables rule 65C-20.010(1)(p)(q), F.A.C. rule 65C-20.010(1)(p)(q), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 16 Food and Nutrition, Pages Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-10. View official inspection document (report 3c2770e2-438e-4f9d-a2f1-32d210feeb22)

33. (33-04)

There was incomplete information on the Child Care Application for Enrollment, CF-FSP 5219, or its equivalent form, for the child (ren). (Section 18.2, numbers 6 and 7) Health Records [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, a current flu brochure was not available for A.S. Date of enrollment - 3-11-2024 T.A - Influenza brochures must be provided to parents every August or September. ENFORCEMENT Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-10. View official inspection document (report 3c2770e2-438e-4f9d-a2f1-32d210feeb22)

45. (45-02)

The operator did not have an annual inspection for Uniform Fire Safety Standards for Child Care completed. Comments: At the time of the inspection, a current annual fire inspection was not available for review. The fire inspection on file expired on 2-26-2025. T.A. A current fire inspection must be available at all times. 46. Indoor Floor Space rule 65C-20.013(11)(b)1-4, F.A.C. rule 65C-20.013(11)(b)1-4, F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21) Compliance 47. Toys, Equipment and Furnishings rule 65C-20.013(11)(b)5 and 6, F.A.C. rule 65C-20.013(11)(b)5 and 6, F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 10 Equipment and Compliance 48. Outdoor Play Area rule 65C-20.013(11)(c)1 & 2, F.A.C. rule 65C-20.013(11)(c)1 & 2, F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21 and Section 10 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 21-22) Compliance 49. Outdoor Equipment rule 65C-20.010(1)(h), F.A.C. rule 65C-20.010(1)(h), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21 and Section 10 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 21-22) Compliance 50. Emergency Plan/Posted rule 65C-20.010(3)(a)4., F.A.C. rule 65C-20.010(3)(a)4., F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 15 Medication, Page 29) Compliance 51. Child Abuse or Neglect/Misrepresentation ss. 402.319, F.S. and rule 65C-20.010(7), F.A.C. ss. 402.319, F.S. and rule 65C-20.010(7), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 20 Child Safety, Page 40) Compliance Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments NA Counselor Comments FDOH Inspection Results: Unsatisfactory School Readiness Inspection Results: Unsatisfactory Reinspection Date 6-18-2025 ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Vanessa Sankar-Ramsahai Date: 06/10/2025 ____________________________________________ Received by: Lawanda Thomas Date: 06/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-10. View official inspection document (report 3c2770e2-438e-4f9d-a2f1-32d210feeb22)

11. (11-13)

The ground cover or other protective surface under the [THe quipment, (slides, climing equipment).] was not maintained. Health Requirements [SR] Comments: Mulch was only 3-4 inches in the playground area, below the minimum six inches. Also, there was not 6 ft of fall zone around the equipment on the playground Not Applicable Comments No swimming pool in the home. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-07. View official inspection document (report 0b05294e-b821-4b4c-90fb-6d9cdfd7c447)

27. (27-01)

Fire drills were not conducted and/or did not include one drill during napping/sleeping times, one drill using alternate evacuation routes, or one in the presence of the licensing authority. Health Requirements [SR] Comments: No evidence of Fire Drill for the month of January. The provider stated that she completed one however, there no fire drill documented. Due: 2/21/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-07. View official inspection document (report 0b05294e-b821-4b4c-90fb-6d9cdfd7c447)

27. (27-07)

The operator failed to maintain records of emergency preparedness and evacuation drills. Health Requirements [SR] Comments: The fire drill log does not provide evidence of emergency drills. The provider stated that they completed a lockdown drill in December but there is no documentation to support this. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-07. View official inspection document (report 0b05294e-b821-4b4c-90fb-6d9cdfd7c447)