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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No on-site inspection was conducted. Licensing Specialist reviewing the Training Transcript in the DCF Training Website Master Log In for the child care personnel mentioned in the supplemental inspection sheet, noticed that child care personnel did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement and determine non-compliance. A copy of the re-inspection was emailed to provider requesting review, signature and return to counselor for their licensing. T.A. 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 ... [truncated]
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Due by July 7, 2026
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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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Licensing Specialist reviewing the child care personnel file encountered that not all Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. Extend time frame given due to lack exam date availability. T.A. Mandated Introductory Training 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 ... [truncated]
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Due by May 11, 2026
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TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4 SACCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
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Licensing Specialist observed in one of the children bathroom a two hole by one of the walls. T.A. All school-age program facilities must be clean, in good repair, and free from health and safety hazards and vermin. During the hours that the program is in operation, no portion of the building can be used for any activity that presents a risk to the health and safety of the children. Indoor and outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation must be maintained for 12 months.
The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
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Licensing Specialist observed that the facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. T.A. Unless statutorily exempted, all school-age child care programs must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Fire Safety Standards for Nonresidential Child Care Facilities, and must be inspected annually. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report 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 maintain ... [truncated]
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. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.5 (Section 3.3, Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
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Licensing Specialist reviewing the child care personnel notice that do not have on file a complete required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. T.A. 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 concentrating 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, in ... [truncated]
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Due by December 31, 2025
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TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4 SACCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
Official code
28-06
Higher concern: Background screening
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A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
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Licensing Specialist reviewing child care personnel notice 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.
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Due by December 31, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5 SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
Official code
38-01
Higher concern: Background screening
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Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
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Licensing Specialist reviewing child care personnel found that Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. T.A. 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-site and available for the licensing authority to review.
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Due by December 4, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5 SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed that the facility does not have a fire extinguisher properly maintained. Tag and/or certificate was more than a year ( 04/2024 ). T.A. Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must properly installed, serviced, and maintained with current inspection tags at all times. Last fire drill was conducted on [ 06/13/2025 ], One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route was done on [ 05/06/2025 ], One fire drill in the presence and at the request of the licensing authority was done on [ 11/13/2024 ], One emergency LOCKDOWN drill was done on [ 06/13/2025 ], One emergency INCLEMENT WEATHER drill was done on [ 11/25/2025 ]. Fire inspection 10 ... [truncated]
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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Licensing Specialist reviewing child care personnel file observed that not all child care personnel did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. Time frame extended to complete the training due to lack of availability testing dates. T.A. 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 Facil ... [truncated]
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Due by November 26, 2025
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TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4 SACCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
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At the time of inspection, the FSC found the fire extinguisher needed to be serviced and retagged as of December 2023. Technical Assistance: SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B Fire Safety B. Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must properly installed, serviced, and maintained with current inspection tags at all times. Last Fire Drill - 4/1/2024 Monitored - 4/1/2024 Fire Inspection - 10/31/2023
Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Record Keeping [SR]
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At the time of inspection, the FSC found one of the staff files missing employment documents. Technical Assistance: SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Personnel Records Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: A. A complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to section 402.3055(1)(b), F.S. B. Documentation of position and date of employment. C. A signed CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse &Neglect Reporting Requirements form. CF-FSP Form 5337 is incorporated by reference in paragraph in 65C-22.001( ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 15, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 37 - Personnel Records SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4
Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.5, B [SR]
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At the time of inspection, the FSC checked all four staff files and there was no documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268 for all staff for the 2022-2023 year. Technical assistance was provided that all members must have a minimum of 10 hours completed and documented in the file with the certificates. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.5, B 4.2.5 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. B. Documentation of the in-ser ... [truncated]
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Due by August 4, 2023
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TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
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 all required background screening documentation is maintained and up to date for every employee?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show multiple instances where background screening documentation or personnel files were incomplete or missing. This question allows the provider to share their current system for managing and verifying these essential records.
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Finding-specific
Could you explain the process for ensuring all staff members complete their required introductory training?
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Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in May 2026 indicate that training requirements for certain personnel were not met. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks and verifies that all staff complete their mandatory training hours.
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Finding-specific
How do you manage the maintenance and inspection schedules for your fire safety equipment?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection reports from 2024 and 2025 note concerns regarding the timely servicing and documentation of fire extinguishers. This question helps parents learn about the facility's current approach to keeping safety equipment in good working order.
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General question
What is your process for conducting daily safety checks of the facility to ensure everything remains in good repair?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Regular facility maintenance is vital for maintaining a secure environment for children. Asking about daily checks helps parents understand how the center proactively identifies and addresses potential repair needs.
General question
How do you communicate with families about the professional development and training that your staff members receive?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Ongoing training supports high-quality care and supervision. This question provides insight into how the center values staff growth and keeps parents informed about the qualifications of the team.