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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At time of complaint, Licensing Specialist observed several accident/incident reports not signed the day the incident occurred from 03-18- 2026 and 01-22-2026. Technical assistance provided that documentation must be given the day of the incident. Resolved at time of inspection as more recent accident/incident reports were signed on the same day that the incident occurred.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed nails sticking out of a board on the steps to the playhouse. Counselor advised staff in charge to be sure that board is either replaced or nails are hammered down. Completed at time of inspection. Staff in charge hammered the nails down and advised that she will have another staff member determine if the board needs to be replaced.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed child listed on supplemental had an expired immunization form. Director advised that child's mother has a current form that she is bringing in for the child.
Correction status
Due by June 2, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
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The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [the 1 - 2 year old classroom, 2 - 3 year old classroom, and 3 - 4 year old classroom did not have an updated roster. ].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed the staff in each of the classrooms did not have the attendance roster filled out. Counselor advised that the roster needs to be completed as the children arrive. Staff completed at time of inspection by updating the roster with Counselor present. ENFORCEMENT
The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not posted in a conspicuous place accessible to the custodial parents or legal guardians. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
It was found that in the one-year-old classroom that there was not a schedule posted. A schedule should be posted in the classroom. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that a schedule should be posted in all classrooms.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
Official code
09-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
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An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
In the one-year-old classroom peeling paint and holes were observed on the wall. In the three-year-old classroom peeling paint was observed on the wall. The walls should be painted and repaired. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that the facility should be in good repair at all times.
Correction status
Due by February 15, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
In the three-year-old classroom bleach/water was accessible to children due to it being on the cabinet. The Teacher placed the bleach/water on a high shelf that was out of the children reach during the inspection. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that cleaning supplies should not be accessible to children.
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
Report comments
It was found that a Child Care Personnel did not complete the 40-hour required training. The 40- hour training should be completed. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that the 40-hour training should be completed by all Child Care Personnel.
Correction status
Due by February 15, 2025
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
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]
Inspector notes
It was observed that several accident/incident reports were not given to the Parents the day the accident/incident occurred. The Provider should give accident/incident reports the day the accident/incident occurs. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that accident/incident reports should be given the day the incident happens.
Correction status
Due by February 15, 2025
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Official code
39-04
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
It was observed that a handy man was in the facility around children in the front room without a background screening completed. The Handy man left the facility during the inspection. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that all employee/person with access to children should have a background screening.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-02
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
There were no daily attendance records or they were unavailable for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.4 Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
The three-year-old classroom did not have a daily attendance for the class. The attendance was completed by the Teacher at the time of the inspection. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that the attendance should be competed daily. ENFORCEMENT
A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall/use zone for [swings, slides, bounce equipment, monkey bars, and merry-go-rounds]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall/use zone for [ swings, slides, bounce equipment, monkey bars, and merry-go-rounds ] . CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D • TA giving to provider to provide resilient surface beneath all fall zone area.
Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
Based on the interviews and information provided the accident/incident was not documented on the day of the incident. The provider had different dates on the accident/ incident report that was not the date of the incident. Technical assistance was provided ensuring that all accident/incident reports are documented and signed by the staff and the parent/guardian on the same day.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
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 explain the current process for ensuring that daily attendance rosters are accurately maintained and kept with the children at all times?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that attendance rosters were not consistently updated or present with groups of children during recent inspections. Asking about the current process helps parents understand how the center ensures accurate tracking of children throughout the day.
Context
The records indicate this was addressed and corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that all individuals present in the facility have completed the required background screenings?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report noted an instance where an individual was present in the facility without a completed background screening. This question helps parents understand the center's current protocols for vetting personnel and visitors.
Context
The record indicates this was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that all cleaning supplies and other potentially hazardous materials are stored securely and out of reach of children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show a past finding where cleaning supplies were accessible to children. Asking about current storage practices helps parents understand how the center maintains a secure environment.
Context
The record indicates this was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your procedure for ensuring that parents are notified on the same day when an accident or incident involving their child occurs?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that the timely documentation and sharing of accident reports has been a repeated topic in previous inspections. This question helps parents understand the current communication process for reporting incidents.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How often does the staff perform safety checks on outdoor play equipment to ensure everything is in good repair?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection reports indicate that equipment maintenance has been a recurring area of focus in the past. Asking about regular safety checks helps parents understand the center's commitment to maintaining a secure outdoor environment.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded in May 2026.