Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 (Section 3.3, Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
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Licensing Specialist reviewing the child care personnel file, noticed that not all child care personnel complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. T.A. child care personnel must complete a minimum of 10 clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training annually during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. A. The annual 10 clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training concentration on children ages birth through 12 must be completed in one or more of the following areas (college level courses will be accepted): 1. Health and safety, including universal precautions, prevention of infectious dise ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by August 12, 2026
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
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Licensing Specialist reviewing the children enrollment file, noticed that the Florida Certificate of immunization was not current. T.A. The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Specific immunization requirements are inclu ... [truncated]
The facility failed to post the room capacity in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.4.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
It is hereby informed that the inspection will require an extension of the scheduled time, as it is necessary to remeasure the capacity for each classroom.
The facility failed to post the room capacity in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.4.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, it was observed that the room capacity numbers in the classrooms were not correctly posted. Technical assistance was provided to the director to emphasize the importance of having the correct room capacity number posted in each classroom, as it is required.
Correction status
Due by May 11, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
Official code
15-05
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
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Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, it was observed that the attendance records were not complete, as the childrens sign-in and sign-out times were missing. It was also noted that some parents were recording attendance on incorrect dates, including filling in information for a previous day. Technical assistance was provided to emphasize the importance of maintaining accurate and complete attendance records. The center was advised to ensure that parents record the correct dates and include both arrival and departure times. ENFORCEMENT
The written record of the fire drills was incomplete and did not include the following:[The drill conducted during the month of February.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
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Licensing Specialist reviewing the Fire Drill Record Log notice that the information for the Drill conducted during the month of February was not recorded. Provider mentioned to Licensing Specialist that a fire drill for the month of February was conducted. T.A. 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 ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 29, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-08
Medium concern: Health or food records
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Food Acceptance Log was missing or was incomplete in that it did not [Food Accepatnce Log was missing]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, E.1. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed that the facility does not have the food service log available to review by the licensing authority. T.A. A log must be maintained for all prepared meals being transported into the facility. The log must be retained for a minimum of 12 months. The log must include the delivery date, time of arrival, quantity and types of food, verification by the recipient of adequate temperatures of food, and the name and signature of the recipient. The facility shall not accept food that is not at the appropriate holding temperature.
Correction status
Due by April 29, 2026
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 27 - Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources
Official code
27-05
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 required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 (Section 3.3, Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
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Licensing Specialist reviewing the child care personnel file notice that the in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1, 2024, and ending June 30,2025 was not on file to review by the licensing authority. T.A. Annual In-Service Training Upon successful completion of the 40-hour introductory training requirements, child care personnel must complete a minimum of 10 clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training annually during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. A. The annual 10 clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training concentration on children ages birth through 12 must be completed in one or more of the following areas (coll ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 29, 2026
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-07
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Licensing Specialist reviewing the children file notice that not all children in the file have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. T.A. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program.
Correction status
Due by April 29, 2026
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
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Licensing Specialist reviewing the child care personnel file encountered that a complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. T.A. Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C-22.001(7)(b), F.A.C.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Food Acceptance Log was missing or was incomplete in that it did not [Food Service Log was missing]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, E.1. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed that a facility do not have the food service log on-site for review by the licensing authority. T.A. A log must be maintained for all prepared meals being transported into the facility. The log must be retained for a minimum of 12 months. The log must include the delivery date, time of arrival, quantity and types of food, verification by the recipient of adequate temperatures of food, and the name and signature of the recipient. The facility shall not accept food that is not at the appropriate holding temperature.
Correction status
Due by December 30, 2025
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 27 - Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources
Official code
27-05
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]
Correction / follow-up note
Licensing Specialist reviewing children file notice that children 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. T.A. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. The parent/guardian of a child who has not received the age-appropriate immunizations prior to enrollment and who does not have documented medical or religious exemptions from routine childhood immunizations must provide documentation of a scheduled appointment ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by December 30, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-01
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Licensing Specialist observed that not all children have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. T.A. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program.
Correction status
Due by December 30, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
There were no daily attendance records or they were unavailable for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed that a classroom with children in care do not have attendance roster. Child care personnel complete the attendance roster for the children in care at the time of the inspection. T.A. Daily attendance of children records must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months. ENFORCEMENT
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)
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Licensing Specialist reviewing staff file encountered that Not all child care personnel complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. An extended time frame give in due to the lack of testing dates available. T.A. 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. 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 Neglect Chi ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by October 15, 2025
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
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Licensing Specialist reviewing staff file encountered that Not all staff have the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. T.A. 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.
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 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
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At the time of inspection, the provider's fire inspection from the local fire authority had a Notice of Violation. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A 3.8.2 Fire Safety A. 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 ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by September 25, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
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]
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At the time of inspection, the FSC found the fire inspection onsite to be expired as of 2/21/2024. Technical assistance: CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Fire Safety A. 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 ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by October 4, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
The facility owner failed to notify the licensing authority within five working days of when the facility lost the credentialed director or when there was a change of director. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7, D. 1 and 2
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At the time of inspection, the provider reported that they had to switch the director due to a credentialing issue with the director on file as of November 03, 2023. The FSC was able to get the new director's information on site before leaving. Technical assistance provided below: CCF Handbook, Section 4.7, D. 1 and 2 D. An individual with an inactive Director Credential is ineligible to be the director of a child care facility. F. Child care facility owners must notify the licensing authority within five working days of when the facility loses a credentialed director or when there is a change of director.
Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
FSC observed baby bottles not labeled. Fixed at time of inspection by having staff write name on bottles. T.A. Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
Official code
28-02
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 for children are always accurate and complete?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from April 2026 noted instances where arrival and departure times were missing or incomplete. This question allows the director to explain the current procedures for maintaining these important records.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage and verify the background screening documentation for all employees?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from March 2026 show that a required background screening form was not on file for an employee at the time of the visit. This question helps parents understand the center's current system for keeping personnel files complete and compliant.
Context
This issue was noted as corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you describe the current process for ensuring all staff members complete their required annual in-service training on time?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a July 2026 inspection indicate that some staff had not completed their required annual in-service training. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center tracks and ensures these training requirements are met for all personnel.
Context
The correction for this finding is due by August 12, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you explain how the center maintains its fire drill logs and ensures all required information is recorded?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show multiple instances across recent inspections where fire safety documentation, such as drill logs or annual fire inspections, was missing or incomplete. Asking about this helps parents understand the center's current approach to emergency preparedness recordkeeping.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the center's policy for ensuring that all children's health and immunization records are kept current and on file?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from late 2025 through mid-2026 show repeated findings regarding missing or expired health and immunization documentation. This question provides an opportunity to learn how the center currently tracks these important health records for all enrolled children.