The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
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Vehicle alarm did not sound within a minute. The time delay from the time the ignition is turned off after activation of the alarm system until the alarm sounds shall be no longer than one minute.
Correction status
Due by May 1, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
Official code
07-06
Medium concern: Staff training
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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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
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Staff have not commenced trainings in a timely manner. Staff must commenced trainings within 90 days of employment.
The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 General Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Licensing Counselor measured the time from the when the ignition was turned off until the alarm sounded was more then one minute. Technical assistance provided that the time delay from the time the ignition is turned off after activation of the alarm system until the alarm sounds shall be no longer than one minute. The bus will not be used to transport children until the alarm is corrected to sound within 1 minute of when the ignition is turned off/activated. This will need to be correct by due date above.
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
Clogged toilet observed on the Barracudas room. TA given to bathroom facilities always working and in good repaired. Due date 12/20/2024.
Correction status
Due by December 20, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
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The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Outlets uncovered observed in Voyagers room. TA given to have all outlets covered when are not in use. Caps protectors were placed at the time of inspection.
The facility did not have 35 square feet of usable floor space per child for the number of children observed in care. The facility had a capacity of [47 children] based on 35 square feet and [83] children were observed in care. CCF Handbook , Section 3.4.2, D (Section 1.1, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
A magic show was performing on the school age room with a maximum capacity of 47. There were observed 83 children seating. At the endo of the show all children went back their respective rooms bringing the facility into compliance.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
Official code
15-03
Medium concern: Staff training
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The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
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Staff exceed the timeframe to complete the Early Literacy training. Staff must complete the training within the year of employment.
The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [tricycles seats are broken.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
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7 of 10 tricycles seats are broken and having sharps edges. TA given to keep the outdoor equipment safe and in good shape.
Correction status
Due by March 8, 2024
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall/use zone for [Slides and spider web climber]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
Mulch under and beneath slides and spider web observed worn and shredded. Additional mulch is needed.
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]
Correction / follow-up note
No incident report was made the same day of the incident. TA given to provide parents with an incident report the same day fo the occurrence. Child is not longer attending.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
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Alarm did not sound within a minute after the ignition shut off. The time delay from the time the ignition is turned off after activation of the alarm system until the alarm sounds shall be no longer than one minute
Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
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Expired immunization records for children listed on the supplemental. TA given to keep up to date children health records in order to attend to the facility.
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 vehicle safety alarms are in working order before transporting children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show multiple instances where vehicle safety alarms were not functioning as required during inspections. This question helps clarify the steps taken to ensure these systems are reliable for daily transportation.
Context
A correction for the most recent finding was due on 5/1/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor the facility to ensure that potential hazards, such as electrical outlets, are always properly secured?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report noted an issue with uncovered electrical outlets in a classroom. This question helps parents learn about the center's routine safety checks and maintenance practices.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure all staff members complete their required training and certifications on time?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records indicate that the facility has been cited more than once for staff not meeting training or documentation timelines. This question helps parents understand how the center manages and tracks staff professional development.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe your daily routine for maintaining outdoor play equipment to ensure it remains safe for the children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a past inspection identified concerns regarding the condition of outdoor play equipment. This question helps parents understand how the facility prioritizes and schedules equipment inspections and repairs.
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Finding-specific
How does your team communicate with families if an incident occurs during the day?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An inspection report noted a past instance where an incident form was not shared with parents on the day of the occurrence. This question helps parents understand the center's policy for timely communication regarding child safety incidents.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.