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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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. LS observed that fire inspection was expired and dated 3/11/2025. TA was given to provider that in order to obtain compliance, provider must hav ... [truncated]
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Due by September 25, 2026
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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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Section 402.305(2)(g), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. Every applicant for a license to operate a child care facility or a license for a change of ownership of a child care facility must document that the facility director has an active Director Credential prior to issuance of the license. An applicant for the Director Credential must meet the requirements referenced in CF-FSP Form 5290, Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential and Renewal Application, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(k), F.A.C. CF-FSP Form 5290 may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. All appli ... [truncated]
During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [June, July, August]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A Physical Environment [SR]
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During the facility's 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. L.S observed that provider did not conduct fire drill monthly, missing the month of June, July and August. L.S gave TA that provider must conduct fire drills on the monthly bases, was told by provider she will conduct three fire drills before the month over for the missing fire drill in June, July and August.
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Due by September 19, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-06
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 Record Keeping [SR]
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The childcare 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 65C-22.001(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 included and detailed in the most current edition of the Immunization Guidelines-, Child Care Facilities and Family Day Homes as promulgated ... [truncated]
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 how the facility manages the schedule for annual fire safety inspections to ensure all documentation remains current?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an inspection report from March 2026 noted that the facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection on file. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center tracks these requirements moving forward.
Context
A later inspection on May 7, 2026, did not note this as an issue.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the process for ensuring that monthly fire drills are consistently conducted and documented for all children in care?
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Why ask this
The available inspection records show that emergency preparedness and fire drill documentation have been noted as topics in more than one report. This question helps parents understand how the staff maintains consistent safety routines.
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Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that director credentials and administrative notifications are kept up to date with the licensing authority?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from January 2026 mentioned a finding regarding the notification process for director changes. Understanding the current administrative oversight helps parents feel confident in the center's leadership stability.
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Finding-specific
What system is in place to track and update children's immunization records so that they remain current while enrolled?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in 2025 noted an instance where an immunization form was expired. This question helps parents understand how the facility manages health record compliance.
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General question
How does the leadership team communicate with families regarding changes in staff or updates to facility policies?
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Why ask this
Clear communication is essential for parents to feel informed about the daily environment and any administrative updates at the center. This question helps families understand the transparency and responsiveness of the management team.