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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
LS observed staff do not have the updated child abuse neglect form signed. CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel.
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]
Inspector notes
FSC observed that hazardous materials were stored in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children. TA was provided that all potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach at all times. •
The facility did not provide shade on the playground. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, C Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
During the inspection, FSC observed damage to the patio shade area. The tarp on the structure was broken and had multiple holes, providing insufficient shade for the children. TA was provided the outdoor play area must provide shade. Shade may be provided by trees, buildings, or structures.
Correction status
Due by February 27, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
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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 Record Keeping [SR]
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One student in the three-year-old classroom had an outdated DH 3040 form, it expired in 2024. TA was provided the Student Health Examination or the signed statement is valid for two years from the date the physical was performed. An up-to-date version must be on file for as long as the child is enrolled at the facility.
Child care personnel were not within sight and hearing of all the children during nap time. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.2 General Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Licensing Specialist observed one child, age one year was not adequately supervised and was sleeping alone in a crib. TA provide to director, During nap time, child care personnel must be within sight and hearing of all the children. All other childcare personnel required to meet the staff-to-child ratio must be within the building on the same floor and available to be summoned if needed to ensure the safety of the children. Nap time supervision does not apply to children up to 24 months of age, who must have direct supervision at all times. Resolved at the time of inspection the teacher put the child in the classroom where he was been supervised.
The bedding available was not appropriate for the childs size. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, E Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
FSC observed bedding available was not appropriate for the childs size. Two-year-olds were sleeping in the cribs. Bedding must be appropriate for the childs size
Correction status
Due by November 3, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-07
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
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The written record of the fire drills was incomplete and did not include the following:[the fire drill for the month of september was not documented.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
FSC observed the fire drill for the month of September was not documented. Provider has resolved the non-compliance at the time of the inspection by documenting the date they did the fire drill. A current attendance record and parent contact information must accompany child care personnel out of the building during a drill or actual evacuation and be used to account for all children. The operator must maintain a written record of the fire drills showing the date, number of children and child care personnel in attendance, evacuation route used, and time taken for all individuals to evacuate the premises. Each fire drill record must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months from ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
FSC observed vents need to be cleaned. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children
The license was not posted in a conspicuous place within the facility. s.402.3125(1)(a), F.S.
Inspector notes
FSC observed facility had the 2022-2023 license posted. Provider resolved the non compliance by posting the updated license. Upon receipt of a license issued under s. 402.308 or s. 402.309, the child care facility shall display such license in a conspicuous place within the facility.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - License Displayed/Citation Posted/Advertising
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 Physical Environment [SR]
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Fire inspection 9/20/2023 N.O.V. 30. Technical assistance, Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must be documented and maintained on file at the program.
Correction status
Due by March 13, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Last fire drill was conducted on 8/25/2023 One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route was done on 7/25/2023 One fire drill during napping/sleeping times was done on 7/25/2023, and As technical assistance, the licensing counselor REQUESTED that a Fire Drill be done in the presence of licensing authority, and the provider: agreed to conduct the fire drill next time of inspection One emergency LOCKDOWN drill was done on 7/25/2023, and One emergency INCLEMENT WEATHER drill was done on 8/25/2023. Fire inspection 9/2/2022 N.O.V. Director submitted plan since 9/14/2021. Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the Stat ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 13, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
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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This standard is at fine level. Staff has has her appointment for August 16 for the competency exams.
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
This is the second violation of the same standard. Technical assistance, Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better.Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are notrequired to fulfill the competency examination requirement. A. Part I Courses (30 Hours) Child care personnel must complete all of the following: Child Care Facility Rules and Regulations Health, Safety and Nutrition Identifying and R ... [truncated]
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
Technical assistance, Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the competency examination requirement. A. Part I Courses (30 Hours) Child care personnel must complete all of the following: ? Child Care Facility Rules and Regulations ? Health, Safety and Nutrition ? Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect ? Child Gr ... [truncated]
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 describe the current process for ensuring that all cleaning supplies and hazardous materials are stored securely and out of reach of children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a January 2026 inspection indicate that hazardous materials were found in an area accessible to children. Asking about current storage practices helps clarify how the facility maintains a secure environment for all children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current approach to supervising children during nap time to ensure they are always within sight and hearing of staff?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from January 2026 noted a concern regarding nap time supervision. This question allows the director to explain the protocols currently in place to maintain consistent supervision.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and document emergency preparedness drills to ensure all requirements are met on a regular basis?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show multiple findings related to emergency preparedness and fire drill documentation between 2023 and 2025. Discussing the current tracking system helps families understand how the center stays organized with these safety requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the facility take to ensure that indoor and outdoor play areas are kept clean and in good repair for the children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from 2025 include findings regarding facility cleanliness and appropriate bedding. Asking about the daily maintenance routine provides insight into how the center keeps the environment clean and safe.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage and update staff training and personnel records to ensure all required documentation is current?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An inspection report from May 2026 identified a missing annual form in a personnel record. This question helps parents understand the administrative process for keeping staff records up to date.