Gateway Christian Academy

2026

1. Medium-High riskStandard 324/13/2026

   32. (32-02)

   The frame of the [2 large plastic climbing structures] was not securely anchored in the ground or stationary by design. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: During the inspection of the playground, it was noted that two of the three structures on the playground were required by the manufacturer for safety to be anchored into the ground. The facility will either need to anchor the two large climbing pieces or remove them from the playground. The SR requirements state that the rule found in the Child Care Facility Handbook on page 38 applies. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment A. A child care facility must provide and maintain enough usable equipment suitable to each childs age and development and of a quantity for each to be involved in activities. B. All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentation of maintenance inspections must be maintained for 12 months TRAINING Due: 4/30/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-13. View official inspection document (report 24fdefc3-e6db-4149-b3ad-292aedfd84e4)

   Not corrected
2. Medium-High riskStandard 334/13/2026

   33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-05)

   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 of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR] Comments: There are currently 5 employees. All 5 employee records were reviewed. Two employees, NR and BB, have been at the facility for over 30 days and did not have documentation on record that a fire extinguisher course was completed. The SR requirements state that the rule found in the Child Care Facility Handbook on page 42 applies. 4.2.5 Fire Extinguisher Training 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. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 34. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 4/30/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-13. View official inspection document (report 24fdefc3-e6db-4149-b3ad-292aedfd84e4)

   Not corrected
3. Medium-High riskStandard 344/13/2026

   34. (34-11)

   The facility did not have a written exposure plan regarding safety precautions for exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: The facility did not have a written exposure plan available. The facility will need to create this plan. Personnel are required to be educated on the facilitys exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter. Written documentation that child care personnel have participated in the facilitys annual refresher education for the exposure plan and understand the proper procedures in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids must be retained for 12 months and be available for licensing to review. The facility will need to forward the exposure plan and the signatures of the staff for review by 4/30/2026. 35. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 36. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 4/30/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-13. View official inspection document (report 24fdefc3-e6db-4149-b3ad-292aedfd84e4)

   Not corrected
4. Medium-High riskStandard 364/13/2026

   36. (36-06)

   The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ A current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures, Soap and hand sanitizer, Bottled water]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: The first aid kit was incomplete in that it was missing a current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures, soap, hand sanitizer and bottled water. The facility will need to obtain these supplies to complete their first aid kit. The SR requirements state that the rule found in the Child Care Facility Handbook on page 55 applies. 6.2 First Aid Kit Minimum Requirements A. At least one first aid kit must be maintained on the premises at all times. The kit(s) must be accessible to the child care personnel at all times and kept out of the reach of children. If the first aid kit is stored in the food preparation area, it must be stored in a manner to prevent contamination of food, food contact surfaces, or first aid supplies. First aid kits or supplies must be restocked after each use. B. A first aid kit must be accessible and available to child care personnel when children are participating on field trips, during transporting, and other activities away from the facility. C. Each kit must be kept in a closed container and labeled First Aid and must, at a minimum, include: 1. Soap and hand sanitizer (to be used with supervision if hands are not visibly soiled and if no water is present), 2. Adhesive bandages, 3. Disposable, non-porous gloves, 4. Cotton balls or applicators, 5. Sterile gauze pads or rolls, 6. Adhesive tape, 7. Digital thermometer, 8. Tweezers, 9. Pre-moistened wipes, 10. Scissors, 11. Bottled water (for cleaning wounds or eyes), and 12. A current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures 37. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 38. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 4/30/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-13. View official inspection document (report 24fdefc3-e6db-4149-b3ad-292aedfd84e4)

   Not corrected
5. Medium-High riskStandard 434/13/2026

   43. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (43-03)

   The child care personnel record did not include a signed statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employed. s.402.3055(1)(b), F.S. and Section 7.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: There are currently 5 employees. All 5 employee records were reviewed. One employee, BB, did not sign the statement regarding previous work in childcare. The SR requirements state that the rule found in the Child Care Facility Handbook on page 61 applies. 7.4 Personnel Records Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: A. A complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to Section 402.3055(1)(b), F.S Compliance Comments There are currently 5 employees. All 5 employee records were reviewed. 44. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 4/30/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-13. View official inspection document (report 24fdefc3-e6db-4149-b3ad-292aedfd84e4)

   Not corrected