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 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
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Facility does not have an updated and approved fire inspection at the time. 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 local fire inspection office, the exemption must be documented and maintained on file at the program.
Correction status
Due by August 13, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Preparation of food occurred in an area that is not a designated food preparation area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
LS observed the oven plugged and with hot content sitting on a toddler table inside the 4-year-old classroom, accessible to the children. TA was provided as per the CCS handbook ( A food preparation area is a designated room, such as a kitchen, or a designated space in a facility not normally used or accessible to the children in daily operations for indoor play, classroom, work or nap spaces, and not included when calculating usable indoor floor space)
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Immunizations received out-of-state are acceptable; however, immunizations must be documented on the Florida Certification of Immunization form and must be signed by a physician practicing in the State of Florida. L.S observed that 1 child was missing their immunizations records, or immunizations records were expired. TA was given that in order to obtain compliance provider must have immunizations records on site ready for L.S review at the time of inspection. Please see supplemental
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 explain the current process for ensuring that fire safety inspections are documented and up to date?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a March 2026 inspection indicate the facility lacked documented proof of an annual fire inspection at that time.
Context
Correction due date is 8/13/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps have been taken to ensure that all food preparation happens only in designated kitchen areas?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from March 2026 noted that food preparation was observed in an area not designated for that purpose.
Context
Correction due date is 4/13/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does your team manage and track children's health records to ensure all immunization forms remain current?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that maintaining current health and immunization documentation has been a topic of discussion in multiple reports between 2025 and 2026.
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General question
What is your daily routine for communicating with parents about their child's health or any changes in classroom activities?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Establishing clear communication channels helps parents stay informed about daily operations and ensures that health-related updates are shared effectively.
General question
How do you ensure that all staff members are trained on safety protocols and facility layout requirements?
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Why ask this
Understanding staff training practices provides insight into how the center maintains a consistent and secure environment for all children.