The bath facility was not cleaned and/or sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
LS observed the shower was being used as storage. Every facility must have at least one portable or permanent bath facility available for bathing children. The bath facility must be in good operation, clean and must be sanitized or disinfected after each use.
Correction status
Due by July 2, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H (Section 12.4, number 6) Physical Environment [SR]
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The provider came into compliance when blankets were removed for nap time. Technical Assistance Bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. All bedding and linens must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at least once a week, and before use by another child.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-12
Medium concern: Staff training
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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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Staff did not complete the 40 hour introductory child care training requirement, staff has been working for a year April 2024. Technical Assistance Mandated Introductory Training 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 al ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by November 4, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
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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 [They were signed in August 2023]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
Correction / follow-up note
Technical Assistance Annually, in the months of April and September, the child care facility must provide parents/guardians of the children enrolled in the facility with information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child at the facility and instead leave them in the adults vehicle upon arrival at the adults destination.CF/PI 175-12, brochure, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(x), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com .
Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H (Section 12.4, number 6) Physical Environment [SR]
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Provider came into compliance when they were removed. Technical assistance, edding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. All bedding and linens must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at least once a week, and before use by another child. Bedding and linens shall not be stored in the bathroom, unless stored in cabinets.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-12
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
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The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Last fire drill was conducted on 6/2/2023 One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route was done on 6/2/2023 One fire drill during napping/sleeping times was done on 6/2/2023, 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 at time of inspection One emergency LOCKDOWN drill was done on 2/7/2023, and One emergency INCLEMENT WEATHER drill was done on 4/5/2023. 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 Fi ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by July 3, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
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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]
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Provider came into compliance when they were signed. Technical assistance, 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.
There were no daily attendance records or they were unavailable for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.4 Record Keeping [SR]
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The teacher did not complete the attendance for the 4 years VPK children at time of inspection. TA: Provider has resolved the non-compliance at the time of the inspection by completing the classroom attendance at time of inspection. ENFORCEMENT
Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A
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The baby was snuggle up with a blanket while sleeping. As tecnical assistance, All personnel that care for infants must follow safe sleep practices as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) as referenced in Caring for Our Children Basics Health and Safety Foundations for Early Care and Education, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(v), F.A.C. Cribs or playpens/play yards used for infants must have tight fitted sheets and no excess bedding, which includes but is not limited to: bumper pads, hanging mobiles, quilts, comforters, receiving blankets, pillows, stuffed animals and cushions.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
Official code
20-06
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
What steps does the center take to ensure that daily attendance records are consistently maintained and ready for review?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from March 2023 noted that attendance records were unavailable for review at that time. This question helps parents understand the current administrative practices for tracking children in the facility.
Context
The issue was resolved at the time of the 2023 inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all infant sleeping areas remain free of items that could pose a risk, such as excess bedding?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from January 2023 mention a finding regarding items in a crib that could pose a risk to an infant. Asking about current sleep safety practices provides insight into how the center protects infants during nap times.
Context
The issue was resolved at the time of the 2023 inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe the current process for ensuring that bathroom and bathing facilities are cleaned and sanitized after each use?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in June 2026 indicate that a bath facility was not properly cleaned or sanitized after use. Asking about the current cleaning routine helps clarify how the center maintains its hygiene standards.
Context
The issue was noted during a June 2026 inspection and was subject to a correction due date of July 2, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all staff members complete their required introductory training on time?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from June 2024 show a finding where staff had not yet completed the required 40-hour introductory training. This question helps families understand how the center tracks and verifies that all caregivers meet professional development requirements.
Context
The issue was subject to a correction due date of November 4, 2024.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about the center's daily routines and emergency preparedness plans?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how a center shares its safety and operational procedures helps parents feel more confident in the daily care their child receives. Clear communication about these topics is an important part of a collaborative relationship between families and the provider.