Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
Correction / follow-up note
The employee listed on the supplemental form did not complete the required training within the allotted time. The employee will complete all required training on or before 8/10/2026. The Provider will submit the employees DCF training transcript to the licensing office via email by 8/10/2026 to verify compliance.
Correction status
Due by August 10, 2026
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
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The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
Correction / follow-up note
The directors credential expired 06/22/2026. The Provider will obtain a credentialed director on or before 12/19/2026 The Provider will submit the renewed directors credential certificate to the licensing office on or before 12/19/2026 to verify compliance.
Correction status
Due by December 19, 2026
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TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
Official code
34-04
Higher concern: Background screening
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Employment history check did not include all required information including applicants, job title, description of regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
Correction / follow-up note
Employment verification was not completed for the employees listed on the supplemental form. The Provider will complete the employment verification for the employees and document dates on the form. The Provider will submit the completed employment verification form to the licensing office on or before 8/10/2026 via email.
Correction status
Due by August 10, 2026
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swings and climbing structure] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D
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The protective surface under and around the swings and climbing structure needs to be tilled and weeds removed. The playground area also needs to be mowed and maintained. The Provider will till the protective surface, remove the weeds, and mow the grass in the outdoor play area. The Provider will email pictures of the outdoor play area to the licensing office on or before 12/05/2025 to verify compliance.
Correction status
Due by December 5, 2025
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
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Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C
Correction / follow-up note
The children listed on the supplemental form do not have student health forms on file. The Provider will obtain current student health examination forms from the parent/guardian on or before 12/05/2025. Submit documentation to the licensing office via email.
A child was released to an individual known by the child and/or the childs custodial parent/legal guardian in a manner not authorized in writing by the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s). CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, E
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On 8/05/2025 the facility released a child to an unauthorized individual for that child. A partner agency came to the facility to pick up a child, the facility released a different child with the same first name to the partner agency. Facility will be following policy from now on by checking ID's and verifying they are listed on the child's records to pick up.
The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B
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In room 1(infants and 1's room) hazardous material was under the white cabinet accessible to the children. PER DCF HANDBOOK: 3.2 Toxic/Hazardous Material/Firearms/Weapons A. All areas and surfaces accessible to children must be free from toxic substances, bio contaminants, and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including power tools, plastic bags, matches, candles, lighters, etc. B. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a ... [truncated]
The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [2-3 year old class roster had children names on the list that was not in the class. Names marked here not here. Teachers did not know some first and/or last names of children in the class].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
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Roster not updated, names missing, teachers confused who was in their classroom. PER DCF HANDBOOK:7.5 Daily Attendance Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program. Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 63 A. Attendance devices used for the purposes of tracking attendance may be used, but personnel must ensure the accuracy of the documented attendance. Each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout ... [truncated]
The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [Multi-colored plastic equipment cracked,torn and/or broken. Wooden activity equipment must be roped off until material is replaced or fixed.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F
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Provider will remove and/or fix the equipment on the playground before compliance date. Pictures upon request.
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you walk me through your current process for verifying employment history and background screening documents for new staff members?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a July 2026 inspection indicate that some employment verification documentation was incomplete. This question helps clarify the steps the center takes to ensure all staff background records are thorough and up to date.
Context
The provider is currently working to complete the necessary documentation by the August 2026 deadline.
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Finding-specific
What procedures do you have in place to ensure that children are only released to authorized individuals at pickup time?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from August 2025 noted an instance where a child was released to an unauthorized individual. Asking this helps parents understand the current verification steps used to keep children secure during dismissal.
Context
The facility indicated this was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for keeping attendance rosters accurate and ensuring they are always with the group of children throughout the day?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a July 2024 inspection noted issues with attendance rosters not matching the children present in a classroom. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks children to ensure everyone is accounted for at all times.
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Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all cleaning supplies and potentially hazardous materials are stored securely and out of reach of children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An inspection report from July 2024 identified a concern regarding the accessibility of hazardous materials. This question gives the director an opportunity to explain the current storage protocols used to keep these items away from children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you maintain your outdoor play equipment and the surrounding ground cover to ensure it stays in good condition for the children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2023 and 2025 show repeated findings regarding the maintenance of outdoor play areas and equipment. This question allows the director to explain their ongoing maintenance schedule and how they keep the playground area ready for daily use.