The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facilitys employee/staff roster through the Clearinghouse and observed there were staff who were no longer employed and/or who were not added to the roster. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the roster prior to the due date.
Correction status
Due by April 10, 2026
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an expired Child Abuse & Neglect form in their file. The staff signed one while the licensing specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not complete Early Literacy training within 1 year of their industry/employment start date. The staff began employment in the industry on 8/14/15 and did not complete Early Literacy training until 1/13/2025 which was after the staff was hired at the current location. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure staff that have been in the industry for more than 1 year have completed all required DCF training prior to hire.
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
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed multiple areas of peeling paint and peeling drywall in the 1-year-old classroom (far right) and alsomultiple areas of peeling paint in the 2-year-old classroom (center classroom) that was accessible to the children. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/repaint prior to the due date.
Correction status
Due by April 24, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The facility did not have a fully-completed enrollment form (CF-FSP Form 5219) or equivalent form for the child(ren) in care. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the children listed on the supplemental were missing enrollment dates on their application/registration form. The provider entered the enrollment date while the licensing specialist was still present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
Medium concern: inspection access or misrepresentation
Report finding
Child care personnel misrepresented information, impersonated, or provided fraudulent information related to the child care facility to a parent/guardian, licensing authority, or law enforcement. s. 402.319(1)(f), F.S. Enforcement [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of the complaint, the Specialist learned that the provider notified the Department that an incident occurred at the facility; however, failed to provide accurate details. The information relayed was that the child had chairs accidentally fall onto him and no injuries occurred as a result. At the time of the commencement of the inspection, information obtained through interviews acknowledged a child was injured as a result of teacher accidentally dropping a chair; scratching his face. The admin stated specifically that the child had a mark on their face that she questioned the teachers about when she was shown the child's injury wondering how it occurred. A video o ... [truncated]
The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the following: On the middle playground, the top rail of the fencing was unattached from the fencing allowing it to fall inwards 1. Multiple active red ant piles were observed in the grassy area of the playground near the fence line 2. Technical assistance was given to the provider to re-attach the fencing and treat the ant piles prior to the due date.
Correction status
Due by December 7, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Inspections were not conducted and documented monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facility's physical environment log and observed the facility failed to complete inspections during the months of July, August and September 2024. Technical assistance was given to the provider that these checks must be completed monthly, documented on the physical environment log, retained for 12 months and available for review by licensing.
Correction status
Due by December 7, 2024
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-04
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
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
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not successfully complete the Departments training within 12 months from the date training began, not to exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start complete/pass tests prior to the due date.
Correction status
Due by December 7, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
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
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not start a required DCF training course or test within 90 days of hire. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start a class or test prior to the due date.
Correction status
Due by December 7, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 Training [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of fire extinguisher training in their file and had been employed more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire.
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed an area of peeling paint that was covered with clear tape in the right rear classroom that was accessible to the children. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/repaint prior to the due date.
Correction status
Due by August 22, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the facility failed to have the annual fire inspection completed on or before last year's date. The current year was completed on7/10/24 and the prior year was completed on 6/30/23. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that an approved fire inspection must be completed on or before the prior year's date. The last fire drill was conducted on 6/27/24 and emergency preparedness drills were conducted on 6/28/24 (weather) and 3/14/24 (lockdown). The fire extinguisher(s) were last tagged in August 2023. A fire drill was conducted on today's date with the licensing specialist present.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, L
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed both classrooms to the right of the entrance did not have diaper changing procedures posted near the changing table. Technical assistance was given to the provider to hang the sign prior to the due date.
Correction status
Due by August 22, 2024
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-14
Higher concern: Medication
Report finding
A medication, [epi pen], brought to the center for administration, was not in its original container. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, C (Section 16, number 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the child listed on the supplemental has an epi pen on site that is not in the original container. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain the original box from the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
Correction status
Due by August 22, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
Official code
40-04
Higher concern: Medication
Report finding
Child care personnel administering medication did not have documentation of education on proper administration procedures. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, I
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed medication (epi pen) for the child listed on the supplemental. Upon review of the child's file, there was no documentation of training in the file. Technical assistance was given to the provider that prior to administering medication to children, child care personnel responsible for administering medication must be educated on proper administration procedures and to obtain the proper documentation/training from the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
Correction status
Due by August 22, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
Official code
40-18
Higher concern: Medication
Report finding
Additional documentation describing the symptoms that would require the prescription and/or non-prescription medication used on an as needed basis to be administered was not on file. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, A and 2.5.3, C & D
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the child listed on the supplemental has prescription medication onsite and upon review of the child's file, there was no documentation in the file the signs/symptoms that would require the medication be dispensed. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain additional documentation on the authorization form to describe symptoms that would require the medication to be given.
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]
Inspector notes
At the time of the reinspection, the provider stated the child listed on the supplemental still did not have an incident report on file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to document the incident and have the parent/guardian and staff sign prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that all accidents/incidents must be documented on the same day they occur, must be shared & signed with the parent/guardian on the date of the occurrence, signed by any child care personnel that witnessed, involved and/or responded to the incident and the documentation must be kept for 12 months.
Correction status
Due by April 24, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
The facility failed to include their license number when advertising. s.402.318, F.S.
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the facility's van was missing the facility's license number. Technical assistance was given to the provider to add the license number to the vehicle prior to the due date.
Correction status
Due by April 20, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - License Displayed/Citation Posted/Advertising
Official code
01-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of the inspection, the facility did not have a daily indoor and outdoor checklist. A sample daily checklist was reviewed and emailed to the provider on today's date for use going forward. The provider was reminded that indoor and outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log and any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children.
Correction status
Due by April 20, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-19
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed several areas of fencing where the tension wire along the bottom was missing, and the fence could be pulled inwards or outwards. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair the fence and add the tension wire prior to the due date.
Correction status
Due by April 20, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-07
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
The facility did not have a fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2A10BC within 75 feet of rooms occupied by children or in vehicles used to transport children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, C
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the fire extinguisher located in the transportation van was rated at 1A:10BC. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a tagged and inspected fire extinguisher rated at a minimum of 2A:10BC prior to the due date. The provider was also reminded that the fire extinguisher needs to be mounted permanently in the event of a collision. The last fire drill was conducted on 3/8/24 and an emergency preparedness drill (lockdown) were conducted on 3/14/24. No weather drill has been conducted yet this licensing year. The fire extinguisher(s) were last tagged in August 2023.
Correction status
Due by April 20, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-04
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
Poisonous/toxic or cleaning products were not stored separately from food. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, C
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed chemicals stored above food. The provider removed the chemicals while the counselor was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-20
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [a piece of equipment was observed broken/cracked in myultiple places.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the blue race car on the smaller playground had multiple areas that were cracked broken. Also, the stationary tricycle needs to be painted in the center. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair or remove the equipment from the playground prior to the due date. Note: extra time was allotted to align due dates.
Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D
Report comments
Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ labeled with date ] . CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D • TA: At time of inspection provider discarded into the trash the open packages of unlabeled leftover food. •
Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the diapering pad in the 2-year-old 3-year-old classroom was ripped. The changing table pad was no longer impermeable. Technical assistance was provided to replace the diaper pad.
Correction status
Due by March 24, 2024
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The facility failed to report a suspected communicable disease outbreak for two or more children or adults within 72 hours to the local county health department and failed to follow directions given. CCF Handbook, Section 6.1.2, B Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, Counselor determined (through interviewing Child Care Personnel) that two or more children showed signs of outbreak (rash and fever) and the facility failed to contact the local health department for a determination of whether reporting is required. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that when there is a suspected outbreak of two or more children/Child Care Personnel with onset of similar signs or symptoms within a 72-hour period or when a case of communicable disease the local health department is notified. This standard was brought back into compliance when another child was discovered with the same rash and the Director notified the loca ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
Official code
35-10
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
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
At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the facility failed to complete an incident report and notify the parent/legal guardian about an incident that occurred at the facility. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the child is in care must be documented on the same day they occur, and parents notified.
Correction status
Due by March 24, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Supervision of children in the [2 year old age] group was inadequate in that [a child left the classroom and went outside unsupervised]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, information was obtained that revealed a 2 year old, walked out of the facility to the front of the building unsupervised and returned shortly after. The noncompliance was resolved as the child came back into the facility and the teacher was terminated.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-01
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
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
At the time of the inspection the incident of the 2 year old leaving the building unsupervised was not documented on the same day on an incident report. The noncompliance was resolved once the provider documented the incident on a report.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Official code
39-03
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
As a mandated reporter, the owner, operator, employee, volunteer or substitute failed to report suspected child abuse or neglect as required in section 39.201, Florida Statutes. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, B Enforcement [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, information was revealed that this incident was not reported to the hotline. As a mandated reporter the facility should have reported the information in full detail what happened to have the hotline determine the acceptability of the case per DCF standards. The facility was given technical assistance to always report abuse/neglect to maintain compliance of this standard. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments Provider has no comment on this inspection ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Christin Ward Green 02/02/2023 ____________________________________________ Received by: Josmarie Figueroa 02/02/2023
A potentially harmful item, [spray bottle], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection the CCR counselor observed a spray bottle in the 3 and 4 year old VPK classroom that did not have a label on it. This takes the facility out of compliance for this standard. The noncompliance was resolved when the director labeled the contents in the bottle. The provider advised to ensure all bottles have labels to maintain compliance of this standard.
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 Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection the CCR counselor observed an outdated serviced fire extinguisher on the van that transports children. The facility is out of compliance for this standard. The fire extinguisher was last serviced in August of 2021. The director replaced the extinguisher with an extra one from the facility to resolve this noncompliance.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection the CCR counselor observed expired foods in the refrigerator. This takes the facility out of compliance of this standard. The director discarded these items to resolve the noncompliance of this standard. Provider advised to ensure that all food is consumed/discarded by the manufacturer date to maintain compliance of this standard.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-18
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Frozen food was not [ labeled by date and type]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.2 and 3.
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection the CCR counselor observed food in the freezer outside of its original packaging that did not have a label with type or date. This takes the facility out of compliance. The director labeled the items by type if it did not have a label and date if it did not have a date to resolve the noncompliance of this standard. The provider advised to ensure that items stored in the freezer has label with type and date to maintain compliance of this standard.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-24
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Soap and hand sanitizer, Digital thermometer, Bottled water]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection the CCR counselor observed on the van that transports children an incomplete first aid kit. It was missing soap/hand sanitizer, thermometer. The director added this items to the first aid kit to complete the kit to resolve the noncompliance at the time of the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
Official code
37-06
Questions to ask
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 keeping the staff roster updated in the state's background screening system?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a March 2026 inspection show that the facility needed to update its staff roster in the clearinghouse. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center ensures its records remain accurate and up-to-date.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that all staff members complete their required training, such as early literacy and introductory courses, on time?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2024 and 2025 show repeated instances where staff training documentation was incomplete or delayed. This question allows the provider to explain the steps they take to track staff training requirements and ensure compliance.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the center's routine for inspecting the facility and playground equipment to ensure everything is in good repair?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection reports from 2024 and 2025 note several instances where facility areas or equipment were not in good repair or required maintenance. Understanding the center's daily and monthly inspection routine provides insight into how they maintain a safe environment for children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you describe how the center maintains its outdoor play area to ensure it remains free of hazards and safe for daily use?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from 2024 inspections indicate concerns regarding outdoor play area maintenance, including fencing and equipment condition. Asking about the center's maintenance schedule helps parents understand how the provider ensures the outdoor space is ready for children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage and document its emergency preparedness drills and fire safety requirements?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2024 show that the facility had concerns regarding fire safety inspections and documentation of emergency drills. This question helps parents learn about the center's current approach to keeping emergency safety practices current and well-documented.