The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A
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LS observed provider does not have the approved fire inspection. 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.
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. SACCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
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This is the third violation of the same standard which is at fine level. With the availability of testing slots, provider has to comply by due date. Technical assistance, child care personnel, including volunteers that work 10 hours or more per month, 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 (28 hours) School-Age child care personnel must complete all of the following: Child Care Facility Rules and Regulation (6 hours); Health, Safety, and Nutrition (8 hours); Identifying and Repo ... [truncated]
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Due by February 29, 2024
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TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. SACCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
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Technical assistance, child care personnel, including volunteers that work 10 hours or more per month, 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 (28 hours) School-Age child care personnel must complete all of the following: Child Care Facility Rules and Regulation (6 hours); Health, Safety, and Nutrition (8 hours); Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect (4 hours); Understanding Developmentally Appropriate Practices (5 hours) School Age-Appropriate Practices (5 hours) B. ... [truncated]
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Due by November 30, 2023
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TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. SACCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
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As technical assistance, Child care personnel, including volunteers that work 10 hours or more per month, 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 (28 hours) School-Age child care personnel must complete all of the following: Child Care Facility Rules and Regulation (6 hours); Health, Safety, and Nutrition (8 hours); Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect (4 hours); Understanding Developmentally Appropriate Practices (5 hours) School Age-Appropriate Practices (5 hours) ... [truncated]
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Due by July 21, 2023
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TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
Official code
28-01
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 [Most were signed since 9/22/2022.]. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5
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As 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 . (13 of 80) childrens enrollment/health records were reviewed for compliance. Files reviewed were letters (S W) , and no newly enrolled children since the last inspection.
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Due by July 21, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 36 - Enrollment Information SACCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s.
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 training and certification process for your staff members?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from 2023 noted instances where staff training requirements were not fully met. This question helps confirm that all personnel are currently up to date with required certifications.
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Finding-specific
How do you support new staff in completing their required training hours when they first join your team?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that training requirements were a repeated topic in multiple 2023 inspections. This question allows the director to explain the current onboarding process for ensuring all staff meet professional standards.
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Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all required safety documentation, such as your annual fire inspection, is kept current and on file?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a 2026 inspection indicate that documentation for the annual fire inspection was missing at that time. Asking about this process helps clarify how the facility tracks and maintains essential safety records.
Context
The 2026 inspection noted this as a requirement to be addressed by early 2027.
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Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that all required parent information and enrollment records are consistently updated?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2023 show that some required documentation regarding parent notifications was not fully maintained. This question helps parents understand how the facility manages administrative communication and recordkeeping.
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General question
What is your process for communicating with parents about daily routines and any changes in center policies?
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Why ask this
Clear communication between the facility and families is essential for a smooth enrollment experience. This question helps parents gauge how the center keeps families informed about important updates.