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Safe And Sound Child Care And Early Learning Center

580 E Laurel Ave, Eagle Lake, FL 33839

License:
C10PO0160
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 12, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
125
License expiration:
January 30, 2027
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,157 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,127 - $1,157/mo

Median daily rate: $52.00 - $53.40

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Polk County data.

Not this provider’s price.

Inspection snapshot

Questions worth asking

The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.

Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.

Latest inspectionJune 22, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 22, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 31 available inspections for Safe And Sound Child Care And Early Learning Center from January 11, 2023 through June 22, 2026.

16 inspections recorded violations, with 67 recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on May 22, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of June 21, 2026.

Transportation was a higher-concern topic that showed up in three inspections.

A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.

At a glance

Total inspections
31

9 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
67

18 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
14

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
8

Last 36 months

Local comparison

31 total inspections vs 15 local median in Polk County

Compared to 354 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
2.16
Local median
1.74

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
26%
Local median
25%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
52%
Local median
50%

Repeated topics

This provider
8
Local average
3.57

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, there are several broken boards to the fencing and an area of siding missing from the building that is exposing foam and has areas that are sharp. TA was provided that the broken boards need to be replaced and the siding repaired by the due date.
Correction status
Due by June 21, 2026
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, blankets were stored together touching on top of the cots. TA was provided that the blankets have to be stored separate, they cannot be touching. The director that is listed in the supplemental put the blankets in the wash machine during the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-12
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not safe in that [the plastic couch is peeling]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the couch in the 3-year-old classroom was peeling. TA was provided to remove the couch from the classroom. The staff removed it during the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
Official code
31-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [large stationary slide.] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist measured the mulch on the playground. The large stationary slide only had 1 of mulch at the end of the slide and 2 on the side of the slide. TA was provided that all stationary play equipment is required to have 6 in depth 6 ft out and around of a resilient surface. The provider will need to add more mulch.
Correction status
Due by June 21, 2026
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the staff had not completed the required exposure plan refresher training. TA was provided for the staff to complete the training by the due date.
Correction status
Due by June 21, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
Official code
35-12
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
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]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the childrens files and the children that are listed in the supplemental have expired immunizations. TA was provided that the current forms are required by the due date.
Correction status
Due by June 21, 2026
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the director that is listed in the supplemental stated they have 74 children enrolled and all new and a total of 25 childrens records were reviewed. The children that are listed in the supplemental did not have start dates on the enrollment form. TA was provided that the completed forms are due by the due date.
Correction status
Due by June 21, 2026
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RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
Official code
43-02
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Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The sink and/or toilet was not maintained in good operating condition, clean and/or sanitized or disinfected. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the reinspection, the specialist observed that there was a toilet in the large bathroom (three toilets) that had tape across the lid. This toilet is inoperable. The provider stated that someone was coming to fix this over the weekend. The provider is to inform the specialist once this occurs. The facility has until the due date to have this toilet operating correctly.
Correction status
Due by April 17, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
Official code
21-11
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Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed that the rug in the three year old classroom had a very large, deep dirt stain. It may be possible to have this rug steamed cleaned. If not it is recommended that this rug be replaced. TA was given in regards to this high traffic area rug.
Correction status
Due by February 20, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed that the Diaper changing station in two and three year old classroom was in need of cleaning. There was debris and dirt on the underside of the padding. The staff cleaned the station at the time of the inspection- returning the facility back into compliance for this standard.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-05
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 [there were toys that were in need of cleaning, repair, removal, and/or replacement]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed Broken toys on preschool playground (little bikes missing handlebar coverings exposing the metal bar; and one bike missing the entire seat. These items should be removed and replaced, if repair is not an option. There are also Worn toys on one year old playground that should be removed and/or replaced. Due to the one year olds being an age of oral exploration; this type of wear and dirt cant be cleaned away, and could pose as a sanitary problem. TA was given regarding high traffic equipment and toys, recommending power washing. Also, recommending having someone at the end of each day, or as seen fit to rake out the safe z ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by February 6, 2026
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-03
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
Inspector notes
Spoke to the facility today and a director has not been added. The provider stated they will be adding a director soon and a change of director form was sent to the provider.
Correction status
Due by June 13, 2026
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TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
Official code
34-04
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Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
All reading, painting and other close work areas did not have lighting equivalent to 50 foot candles on the work surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist measured the lighting in the facility, and all rooms did not measure the required 50 ft candles over the tables or the 20 ft candles throughout the room. Some lightbulbs are burned out, and some are yellowing. TA was provided that the light bulbs will need to be changed that are burned out and the bulbs above the tables that are yellowing in order to meet the required 20 and 50 ft candles by the due date.
Correction status
Due by October 25, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
Official code
14-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The bedding available for children in care was not cleaned and/or sanitized at least once a week, and/or before use by another child. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the cots were stained badly. Ta was provided that the cots will need to be scrubbed and cleaned by the due date.
Correction status
Due by October 25, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [large stationary slide and the large stationary climbing equipement.] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist measured the mulch and the large stationary slide, and the large stationary climbing equipment had only 1" of mulch. TA was provided that all stationary play equipment is required to have 6" in depth 6 ft out and around of a resilient surface. TA was provided that the proivder will need to add more mulch to meet the requirement by the due date.
Correction status
Due by October 25, 2025
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
Correction / follow-up note
The Director that is listed in the supplemental was removed on 6/13/25. The staff in charge that is listed int he supplemental stated she is going to be added as the director. A change of director form was emailed to the provider during the inspection, and the provider will need to send in the required documents for approval.
Correction status
Due by December 13, 2025
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TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
Official code
34-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the child listed in the supplemental started 6/2/25 and still does not have an immunization. TA was provided that the child should have had an immunization within 30 days of enrollment. TA was provided that the child will need a current immunization by the due date.
Correction status
Due by October 25, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
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]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the child listed in the supplemental had an expired immunization that was dated 7/31/25. TA was provided the child will need a current immunization by the due date.
Correction status
Due by October 25, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Report comments
At the time of the re-inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental should have started the required DCF 40 hours by 2/23/25 and the staff did not start until 5/16/25.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
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]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the van that is listed in the supplemental did not have a alarm horn sound in the first minute. TA was provided to have the alarm needs to be repaired by the due date. Vehicle Alarm requirements: The alarm system must be armed or activated automatically when the vehicles ignition is turned on. b. The alarm system must be designed and installed so that the vehicle horn, siren or other type of audio alarm will sound if the driver/staff member does not walk to the rear or, in the case of a passenger van, the side entry point of the vehicle, to manually shut off or deactivate the alarm. c. The time delay from t ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by June 29, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
Official code
07-06
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection information obtained through interview revealed that a teacher who was since terminated was witness by 2 other staff members hitting 2 children enrolled on their bottoms because they did not want to nap. The teachers informed the director of their concerns and the teacher was terminated due to her interaction with them.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
Official code
11-03
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 the inspection, interviews revealed the parents were not notified of the incident with the teacher that was terminated spanking/and or hitting their child's on the bottoms until the next day. It is advised to providers to ensure that parents are notified, incident reports are written and signed the same day to maintain compliance of this standard. Noncompliance is resolved because the child is no longer in attendance.
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: Background screening
Report finding
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, on 6/9/25 the clearinghouse roster was observed to locate additional information/demographics for the teacher that was terminated. The provider had not updated their roster, with an end date to reflect her termination from the facility. The incident occurred on 5/20/25 which she was terminated by the director's statement. The provider was advised to ensure their clearinghouse roster reflects all employed/terminated staff to maintain compliance of this standard.
Correction status
Due by October 8, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-09
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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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry on 7/8/21 and was hired before she tested and completed Part 1 and Part 2 of the DCF 40-hour training. TA was provided the staff should have completed the required DCF 40-hour training before being hired. The staff will need to test on both parts and complete by the due date.
Correction status
Due by February 23, 2025
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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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Report comments
The staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry on 10/17/24 and did not start the required DCF 40-hour training in the first 90 days of employment.
Correction status
Due by February 23, 2025
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the child listed in the supplemental had an expired immunization dated 12/31/24. TA was provided that all children are required to have a current immunization.
Correction status
Due by February 23, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-01
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The facility's transportation log did not include [the second visual sweep signautre on 9/6/26 for Pinewood Elementary and Eagle Lake Elementary.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the transportation log was reviewed and the second visual sweep signature for 9/6/26 for Pinewood Elementary and Eagle Lake Elementary were missing the second visual sweep signature. TA was provided to make sure the 1st and 2nd visual sweep are completed and that both staff sign the transportation log.
Correction status
Due by October 30, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
Official code
05-04
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
The Driver listed in the supplemental had a Driver's physical that expired 9/8/24. TA was provided that all driver's physicals are due annually. Counselor reviewed the drivers(s) personnel records having a valid Florida Drivers License and a valid pediatric CPR/First Aid certification.
Correction status
Due by October 10, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
Official code
06-01
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
At the time of the inspection, the restroom in the VPK classroom and the sink in the classroom had Pledge multi-purpose cleaner, alcohol, Goo Gone, bleach and water spray bottle and Awesome bathroom cleaner accessible to children. TA was provided to put a lock on all the cabinets or store the chemicals out of the reach of children. The provider moved the chemicals during the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
Official code
13-03
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Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, information obtained during interviews revealed that children were being allowed to help clean by sweeping the floors if they asked to assist the teachers cleaning. The provider was advised that all cleaning should be limited to employee to staff to maintain compliance of standard. The noncompliance was resolved during the inspection because children were not actively cleaning.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-06
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
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete fire extinguisher training within 30 days of employment at the facility. The staff started at the facility on 5/28/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the staff completes fire extinguisher training by the due date.
Correction status
Due by August 7, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not completed exposure plan training prior to starting at the facility. TA was provided to ensure that the staff completed exposure plan training by the due date.
Correction status
Due by August 7, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
Official code
35-12
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [the provider stated that she did not make up the Distracted drivers forms for the month of April.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
Inspector notes
At the time of reinspection, the provider stated that she did not make up the Distracted drivers forms for the month of April. She understood that she should just complete them in September of 2024. The counselor advised the provider to read the inspection that was reviewed with her last inspection and explained that she needs to make up having parent acknowledge the brochure and document on file for Licensing to review. TA was provided to ensure documentation of all parents of enrolled children acknowledge the brochure by the due date.
Correction status
Due by August 7, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
Official code
43-10
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a current background screening in the Clearninghouse with an updated eligibility date after staff left the industry 3/12/2024 and did not start at the facility until 6/28/2024. The counselor advised the provider that the staff left the industry for more than 90 days and needs to be resubmitted in the Clearinghouse. The provider understood and initiated a resubmission in the Clearinghouse and also added an additional staff to the three year old classroom that has an eligible background screening at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that all eligible st ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by July 18, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-07
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the air conditioning vent in the three year old classroom with dust build up and in need of cleaning. TA was provided to ensure that the air conditioning vent is cleaned by the due date.
Correction status
Due by June 28, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed multiple outlet covers missing in the two year old classroom as well as the school age classroom. The two year old classroom has 3 outlet covers missing as well as the school age classroom. The provider covered the outlets at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the outlets remain covered at all times when in reach of children in care. Counselor also suggested to remind staff that after using an outlet to immediately cover the outlet back to ensure compliance with this standard.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-18
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
During nap time, lighting was insufficient to visually observe and supervise children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, C Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the first building holding the preschool classes of ones, two, threes, and four and five year old children during nap time with insufficient lighting. The counselor advised the provider that all of the classrooms were too dark and needed some lighting. The counselor suggested for the staff to open their blind shutters to allow sunlight. The staff all opened their blinds which did allow the room to become brighter. The counselor reminded the provider that staff needs to be able to see the childrens faces while napping. TA was provided to ensure that there is sufficient lighting during nap time to ensure childrens faces are visible.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
Official code
14-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Clean, sanitary drinking water was not available to all children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.8
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection the counselor observed children playing on the playground and provider stated it was too hot the counselor asked the provider if children were offered water outside. The provider showed the provider the water jug and cups and answered yes. The counselor asked the provider where they get the drinking water and provider advised from the kitchen faucet. The counselor advised that children in care must be offered safe and sanitary water to drink and that water from the faucet is not filtered. The counselor and provider discussed ways to offer safe water to drink. The counselor asked if there was water stored at the facility to use for today. The provider ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
Official code
25-20
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
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not start a DCF introductory training course within 90 days of employment at the facility. The staff started on 8/14/2023 but did not start a course until 12/31/2023. Staff started a course but was late. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel start a training course within 90 days of starting at the facility.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete initial training before starting at the facility for exposure plan. The provider stated that the staff were not trained prior to starting employment at the facility. TA was provided to ensure that the staff have completed and documented training on file by the due date.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
Official code
35-12
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the child listed on the supplemental had a student health form that was last dated on 3/21/2022. The form is current for two years as of 3/21/2024 the form was expired. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a current student health form on file by the due date.
Correction status
Due by June 28, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [ facility failed to have parents of all enrolled children at the facility acknowledge the Distracted drivers brochure for the month of April 2024. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the provider stated that facility failed to have parents of all enrolled children at the facility acknowledge the Distracted drivers brochure for the month of April 2024. TA was provided to ensure that the facility has documentation of parents acknowledgement of the brochure by the due date to make up for the month of April missed. Counselor reviewed 2 newly enrolled childrens files as well 30 childrens files of the 95 children enrolled at the facility (17 SA, 11 Three year olds and 2 one year old files)
Correction status
Due by June 28, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
Official code
43-10
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
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]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the other staff listed on the supplemental had a Child Abuse and Neglect form that was not signed annually. The from was last signed 5/10/2023. TA was provided to ensure that the staff has a current form on file by the due date. Counselor reviewed all 12 staff files.
Correction status
Due by June 28, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
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Higher concern: Transportation
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The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facilitys two vans used to transport children in care. Van 1 the ignition was turned off at 9:17 am and the alarm was activated with mans voice talking at 9:19 am. At 9:20 am the counselor observed that the vehicle alarm never sounded. Provider advised that the van is newer and just beeps when ignition is turned off. Counselor advised the provider that alarm has to sound and then the driver can press the green button to disarm the alarm, the alarm just beeping is not the alarm sounding. Provider stated that she will take the alarm to get inspected by the installer. TA was provided to ensure that the vehicle alarm on van 1 ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by February 16, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
Official code
07-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 10, numbers 1-11) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed in van 2 the fire extinguisher not mounted in the vehicle. Counselor advised provider that the fire extinguisher has to be mounted in the vehicle. TA was provided to ensure that the fire extinguisher is mounted by the due date.
Correction status
Due by February 16, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-03
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a few electrical outlets not covered throughout the facility. In the two year old classroom there was an outlet not covered. As well as the school age classroom near the playground there was also an outlet not covered. Provider immediately covered the outlets that were towards the ground in reach of children in care. TA was provided to ensure that outlets accessible to children remain covered at all times.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-18
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 12.3, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the diaper changing mat in the one year old classroom was torn and ripped with the foam material exposed and not impermeable. Provider immediately switched out the diaper changing mat at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the diaper changing mat is replaced and impermeable at all times with no tears observed.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete exposure plan refresher training annually. The training form on file was last dated on 1/11/2023. TA was provided to ensure that the exposure plan refresher training is completed for all required staff by the due date.
Correction status
Due by February 16, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
Official code
35-12
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the children listed on the supplemental had Immunization forms on file that were expired. Child 1 form was expired as of 1/10/2024. Child 2 form expired as of 12/31/2023. TA was provided to ensure that the children have current Immunization forms on file by the due date.
Correction status
Due by February 16, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have a health physical form on file for Licensing to review. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a health physical form on file for review by the due date.
Correction status
Due by February 16, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (Section 19.5, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a current resubmission prior to starting in the industry. Staff was screened 6/14/2021 but did not start in the industry until 11/1/2023. Counselor advised provider that staff have never worked in the industry and should have a resubmitted Background screening In Clearinghouse prior to starting in the industry. TA was provided to ensure that staff are resubmitted and have current Background screenings by the due date.
Correction status
Due by January 29, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-07
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
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. TA: Child care personnel failed to the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. The child care personnel has now completed the requirement which was noted at the time of this inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
Report comments
The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K • TA: FSC advised and assisted provider on updating the employee/contractor roster at time of inspection. •
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-09
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Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
The facility's transportation log did not include [arrival and departure times for dates in September, October, and November 2022.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 6.2, number 3) General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor reviewed transportation logs from May 2022 to January 6, 2023. There were arrival and departure times missing from dates in September, October, and November 2022. Technical assistance was provided to ensure arrival and departure times are documented on the transportation logs.
Correction status
Due by February 10, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
Official code
05-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
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 (Section 10.7, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor observed a metal driving tube on the playground that was observed to be rusted. Technical assistance was provided to ensure outdoor equipment is free of rust.
Correction status
Due by February 10, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D (Section 12.4, number 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor observed several mats in the 3's, 4's, 5's room were complete severed or extremely torn. Technical assistance was provided to ensure all mats are impermeable, free of tears, and mats torn are replaced.
Correction status
Due by February 10, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-06
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 renewal inspection, the counselor observed several frozen foods to include chicken nuggets, beef patties, biscuits, chicken cubes, and French fries in the freezer that were not labeled by date and type. Technical assistance was provided to ensure all frozen foods are labeled by date and type that are out of the original manufacturer's packaging.
Correction status
Due by February 10, 2023
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-24
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
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
Report comments
At time of the renewal inspection, the counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not have early literacy completed and has been in the industry since 2019. Technical assistance was provided to ensure the staff completes early literacy training.
Correction status
Due by February 10, 2023
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6
Report comments
At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor reviewed all staff files and determined all staff do not have documentation of the facility's exposure plan in their files. Technical assistance was provided to ensure all staff have documentation of the facility's exposure plan annually in the files.
Correction status
Due by February 10, 2023
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
Official code
35-12
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
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]
Report comments
At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor reviewed all 80 enrolled children's files and determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have an immunization record on file. The child has been enrolled since April 5, 2021. Technical assistance was provided to ensure the child has a current immunization record on file.
Correction status
Due by February 10, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor reviewed all 80 enrolled children's files and determined that 10 children, whom are listed on the supplemental, have expired immunization records. The dates that they are expired vary. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that children have an updated and current immunization record on file.
Correction status
Due by February 10, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor reviewed all 80 children's files and determined that 3 children, whom are listed on the supplemental, did not have a physical in their files. Technical assistance was provided to ensure there are physicals listed in the file within 30 days of enrollment.
Correction status
Due by February 10, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor reviewed all 80 children's files and determined that 3 children, whom are listed on the supplemental, have an expired student health examination as of 11/12/2022 and 12/22/2022. Technical assistance was provided to ensure all children's physical are current.
Correction status
Due by February 10, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September in that [some of the 80 enrolled children only had the brochure signed at enrollment.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.4. (Section 19.2, number 9) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor reviewed all 80 enrolled children's files and determined that some of the 80 enrolled children only had influenza signed at enrollment and some that were newly enrolled in August 2022, have the influenza signed only. The rest of the children have not had an influenza signed since their enrollment. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the influenza brochure is signed annually in the months of August through September. This was completed at time of inspection as the brochures will be signed again in August/September 2023.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
Official code
43-06
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [the brochures were only signed at enrollment, and others were signed in April 2022.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
Report comments
At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor reviewed all 80 children's files and determined that some children only have the brochure signed at enrollment and some have not been signed since enrollment or since April 2022. Some are also not signed at all. Technical assistance was provided to ensure the distracted driver brochure is signed annually in the months of April and September. This was completed at time of inspection as the brochure will be signed again in April 2023.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
Official code
43-10
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
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 (Section 19.4, number 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental has an expired Child Abuse and Neglect form since 11/21/22. Technical assistance was provided to have the staff sign the form annually. This was completed at time of inspection as the staff signed a new form.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
Report comments
At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not have completed 5 year work history documented and on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that 5 year work history is verified and documented in the file.
Correction status
Due by February 10, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-04

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

Can you walk me through the current process for ensuring all transportation vehicles have fully functional alarm systems?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that the center has had multiple instances where vehicle alarm systems were not in working condition during inspections. This question helps parents understand the current maintenance and testing protocols for transportation safety.
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How does the center manage and update the employee roster in the Clearinghouse to ensure all staff records are accurate?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report noted that the facility did not maintain a current employee roster in the Clearinghouse. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center stays compliant with personnel record-keeping requirements.
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What steps are taken to ensure that all cleaning supplies and hazardous materials are stored securely and out of reach of children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that cleaning supplies were previously found in areas accessible to children. This question helps parents understand the current daily practices for securing hazardous items.
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Finding-specific

Could you explain the current procedure for completing and verifying the required visual sweeps during transportation?

Why ask this
Why ask this
The available inspection records show that transportation logs, including visual sweep documentation, have been a repeated topic of concern. This question helps parents understand the current oversight and accountability measures for transport routines.
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What is your process for ensuring that all staff members complete their required training and certifications on time?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that staff training documentation, including introductory training and fire extinguisher training, has been a repeated topic across several inspections. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks and verifies that all staff meet professional development standards.
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