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]
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The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 5 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 5 days of the employment termination. TA was given to provider regarding clearinghouse, that she must deleted all previous staff from clearing house.
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Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
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All seven child care personnel records in the system were reviewed of which seven were updated for compliance. One new personnel were hired since the last inspection as per the director. At the time of inspection, one of the staff members that was on-site did not have an eligible DCF Childcare background screening. Technical assistance below: CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 7.4.1 Background Screening Documents Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-s ... [truncated]
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Due by November 20, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
The written record of the fire drills was incomplete and did not include the following:[inclement weather and drill with licence personnell.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C Physical Environment [SR]
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3.8.4 Fire Drills A. During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care. Child Care Facility Handbook Page 12 When the facilitys approved fire alarm alert system is activated or initiated, all adults and children must evacuate the facility. 1. A current attendance record and parent contact information must accompany childcare 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 chil ... [truncated]
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Due by July 24, 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 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
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Licensing Specialist was looking at the fire inspection at the facility and noticed that the fire inspection was current but had one violation that needed to be corrected. TA was given to provider referencing the CCF Handbook. 3.8.2 Fire Safety A. Unless statutorily exempted, all childcare 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 ... [truncated]
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Due by August 13, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
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 your current process for managing staff rosters and background screening documentation?
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Why ask this
Public records show that an official inspection report identified a need to maintain a more accurate roster of personnel in the state system. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center ensures all staff meet current requirements.
Context
The issue was noted as corrected at the time of the June 2026 inspection.
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Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all required staff screening documentation is kept up to date for new hires?
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Why ask this
Available inspection records show that background screening documentation has been a topic of discussion in recent reports. This question allows the director to explain the steps taken to keep these records current for all employees.
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Finding-specific
What is your process for documenting and tracking monthly fire drills to ensure they are fully recorded?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report noted that a past record of fire drills was incomplete. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center tracks emergency preparedness activities.
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Finding-specific
How do you maintain your annual fire safety inspections and ensure all documentation is current?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate that fire safety inspection documentation has been a focus area in past reports. This question helps parents understand how the facility manages these important safety requirements.
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General question
What is your approach to communicating with parents about daily routines and any changes in classroom staffing?
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Why ask this
Consistent communication helps families feel connected to the daily care provided to their children. Understanding how the center shares updates builds transparency and trust regarding classroom operations.