The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
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Three Florida Certificate of immunization were expired. Per DCF Handbook, Section 7.1The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Specific immunization requirements are included and detailed in the most current edition of th ... [truncated]
Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
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Several rooms are in need of cleaning overhead lights. Please clean these areas. Once cleaned send a picture to licensing office via email on or before 10/22/25. DCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A All childcare facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months.
Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D
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Containers of Jelly and Apple Sauce in the refrigerator as well as an open bag of French toast in the Freezer were not dated. Provider dated products during inspection.
Supervision of children in the [two year old] group was inadequate in that [a child was left unsupervised in the classroom for appx. 6 minutes]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
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A child in the 2-year-old classroom was left unattended in the classroom for about 6 minutes. Child was found by [Teacher A] after a maintenance man realized he was in the classroom by himself. Child was returned to his class on the playground.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-01
Medium concern: Incident records
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Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D Health Requirements [SR]
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Accident/Incident report was observed. Incident happened on 3/21 and was signed by parent on 3/25.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
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One employee with an industry start date of 5/2/23 has not begun required DCF 40 hour training. Employee should being part 1 training and director should email counselor updated transcript no later than 10/27/23. Training monitored for 3 new employees. In-service for 22-23 year monitored for 4 employees.
Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [a 3 year old child was left on the playground, unsupervised, for approximately 3 minutes]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A General Requirements [SR]
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Teacher A left Child A on the playground unsupervised for approximately 3 minutes. Teachers B, C & D found child, brought her inside and notified management immediately.
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
What steps does the center take to ensure that children are always actively supervised, especially during transitions or outdoor play?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from recent inspections show instances where children were left unsupervised in a classroom and on the playground. Asking about current supervision practices helps parents understand how the center maintains safety for all children.
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Finding-specific
How does the facility manage and track immunization records to ensure they remain current for every child?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that maintaining current immunization records has been a repeated topic of discussion in recent reports. This question allows the provider to explain their current process for keeping these important health documents up to date.
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What is your process for maintaining the cleanliness of the facility, and how often are areas like light fixtures or high-touch surfaces inspected?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report noted that certain areas of the facility needed cleaning. Asking about the cleaning schedule helps parents understand how the center ensures a well-maintained environment.
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Finding-specific
Can you describe how the staff is trained to handle and document accident or incident reports when they occur?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate an instance where an incident report was not shared with a parent on the day the event occurred. This question helps parents understand the center's communication policy regarding child incidents.
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Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all new staff members complete their required training and certifications in a timely manner?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show a past finding regarding the documentation of staff training requirements. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center verifies that all teachers are properly prepared for their roles.