The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of the inspection, it was observed by CCR that the facility was using electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. This was corrected at the time of the inspection as the television was turned off in the one-year-old classroom. Do not include the use of electronic media for children under two years of age. Electronic media may only be used for educational purposes or physical activity for children 2 years of age and older for no more than 1 to 2 hours per day. Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 18.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
Official code
09-06
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]
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At the time of the inspection, it was noted that the facility had 4 children that did not have a current Florida Certificate of Immunization. Please see children name in supplemental. The facility will be placed back into compliance with the submission of required current form. Due to the HIPPA Laws the immunization and Health records will be discarded in a secure location.
Background screening was not completed: [ every five years after the initial screening.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Record Keeping [SR]
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One child care personnel screening was not re-submitted in the clearinghouse.Technical assistance: A screening conducted under this rule is valid for five years, at which time a re-screen must be conducted in the same manner as the initial screening. The five-year re- screen is required for all child care personnel.
Correction status
Due by February 24, 2026
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [7 infants] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [7 infants] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Ratio: Infant 1:7 corrected at time of inspection 2:7 Ones 1:4 Twos 2:9 Threes 1:11 Fours 1:15 Fives 1:12
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
Higher concern: Sleep safety
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Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
One infant observed in a crib swaddle in a blanket, laying on a pillow, stuff animal toy, and with a receiving blanket. Completed at time of inspection as all items were removed out of crib. Technical Assistance: Cribs or playpens/play yards used for infants must have tight fitted sheets and no excess bedding, which includes but is not limited to: bumper pads, hanging mobiles, quilts, comforters, receiving blankets, pillows, stuffed animals and cushions.
The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 Training [SR]
The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Fire extinguishers expired- tagged September 2023. Fire drill completed during inspection: 9 staff, 58 children, 2.30 to clear. Fire department inspection approved 9/20/2024.
Correction status
Due by November 3, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
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One staff did not complete safe sleep training within 30 days of hire.
Correction status
Due by October 29, 2023
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-09
Medium concern: Staff training
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Program personnel did not complete training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, or if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the program. (Section 18.1) Training [SR]
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
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One staff did not complete introductory training within 12 months of industry start date.
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 process you use to ensure all staff members stay current with their required background screenings?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from February 2026 noted a finding regarding the completion of background screenings every five years. This question helps parents understand how the facility tracks and manages these important personnel requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure infant sleep areas remain free of items like blankets or toys that could pose a risk?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in June 2025 included a finding regarding items found in an infant's crib. Asking this helps parents understand the current safety practices for nap time.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor classroom staffing levels throughout the day to ensure the correct ratios are always maintained?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from June 2025 identified a concern regarding staff-to-child ratios. This question allows the director to explain the current procedures for managing staffing coverage.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current system for tracking staff training requirements to ensure everyone is up to date on topics like safe sleep?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show multiple findings related to staff training documentation between 2023 and 2025. This question helps parents understand how the facility manages ongoing professional development and compliance.
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Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all children's immunization records are kept current and updated in your files?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from June 2026 indicate a finding regarding expired immunization forms. This question helps parents understand the current process for maintaining these health records.
Context
The correction for this finding is due by July 10, 2026.