Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 6.79
- Local median
- 1.28
Love and Laugh Fun Care Center
2811 17th St, Sarasota, FL 34234
- License:
- C12SA0215
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, Food Served, Full Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 65
- License expiration:
- December 31, 2026
Typical cost: $1,083 - $1,170 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,083 - $1,170/mo
Median daily rate: $50.00 - $54.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Sarasota County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
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Latest inspectionMay 29, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 4, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 14 available inspections for Love and Laugh Fun Care Center from February 21, 2023 through May 29, 2026.
11 inspections recorded violations, with 95 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on May 29, 2026 and involved facility condition, with a due date of June 25, 2026.
Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in four inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 14
- Recorded violations
- 95
- Higher-concern violations
- 13
- Repeated topics
- 7
3 in last 12 months
11 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
14 total inspections vs 9 local median in 34234
Compared to 9 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 29%
- Local median
- 15%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 79%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 7
- Local average
- 2.56
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Facility condition
Appeared across 7 inspections, with 16 recorded violations.
October 2, 2023April 8, 2024June 14, 2024July 11, 2024April 3, 2025December 15, 2025May 29, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 11 recorded violations.
October 2, 2023April 8, 2024June 14, 2024December 5, 2024February 24, 2026May 29, 2026Recordkeeping
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 10 recorded violations.
October 2, 2023April 8, 2024December 15, 2025February 24, 2026Administrative posting
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
October 2, 2023April 8, 2024June 14, 2024Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 9 recorded violations.
October 2, 2023April 8, 2024June 14, 2024Hazardous access
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
April 8, 2024June 14, 2024December 5, 2024Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
April 8, 2024May 29, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- In the operator's absence, no one was designated to be in charge.
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the director was not on the premises, and no individual had been designated to be in charge.
- Correction status
- Due by June 4, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Minimum Age Requirements ss.
- Official code
- 03-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Staff working with food did not use gloves or utensils while working with food to limit the direct contact with food Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- The staff member working in the kitchen was not using gloves, and there were no gloves available.
- Correction status
- Due by June 8, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 34 - Food Preparation Area 65C-22.002(8), F.A.C.
- Official code
- 34-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Automatic sanitizing dish machines or Sanitizing solution in the warewashing sinks (3 or 2 compartment plus portable compartment) was not the appropriate concentration.
- Report comments
- The facility kitchen does not have a sanitizer solution to properly clean the dishes and surfaces
- Correction status
- Due by June 25, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 35 - Health and Sanitation rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(12), 62-135(a)
- Official code
- 35-16
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food served at the facility was not free from spoilage and contamination, and was not safe for eating as evidenced by[Rotten vegetables spilage]. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The fully stocked refrigerator door could not close. Rotten vegetables were observed, and spoiled liquid was noted at the bottom. Refrigerator door does not close at all leaving a gap. Food in the refrigerator is not at temperature.
- Correction status
- Due by June 25, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 50 - Meals and Snacks rule 65C-22.005(1), F.A.C.
- Official code
- 50-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Temperature control equipment was not in working order to maintain appropriate holding temperatures of either cold or hot food. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The refrigerator door did not close properly, and no thermometer was observed inside of the refrigerator at the time of the inspection. From the handbook: Refrigerators/freezers: 1. An accurate thermometer designed to measure cold storage temperature must be placed inside each refrigeration and freezer unit. Thermometers in refrigerators must show a reading of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below, and thermometers in freezers must show a reading of 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. The thermometer must be located in the center of the unit and be readily accessible. Thermometer temperature readings higher than specified above require further temperature testing of food samples stored i ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 25, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 50 - Meals and Snacks rule 65C-22.005(1), F.A.C.
- Official code
- 50-10
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination/DH Form 3040 was no longer current (over two years since last examination) for the child(ren). (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- No health examination/physical in one child file.
- Correction status
- Due by March 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 57 - Children's Health/Immunization and Records ss.
- Official code
- 57-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- A current DH Form 680, Florida Certification of Immunization, was missing for the child(ren). (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- No immunization report in one child file
- Correction status
- Due by March 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 57 - Children's Health/Immunization and Records ss.
- Official code
- 57-05
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a complete record on file for the child care personnel. (Section 19.4) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Two new employee files were incomplete.
- Correction status
- Due by March 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 59 - Personnel Records ss.
- Official code
- 59-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area of the facility was observed to be a serious health hazard to children in care. (Section 10, numbers 1 11) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Handwashing sink in two classrooms not draining. Provider stated already called the plumber for correction.
- Correction status
- Due by December 30, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4) rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 14-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. (Section 10, numbers 1 11) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Air conditioner vent needs attention looks dirty. Use a broom to dust the vents or paint.
- Correction status
- Due by December 31, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4) rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 14-07
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel record did not include training transcript information for staff. (Section 18.4) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Employee files had no transcripts
- Correction status
- Due by December 31, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 59 - Personnel Records ss.
- Official code
- 59-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A staff member did not wash his/her hands appropriately prior to food preparation. Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Cook pushed trash on the trash can and went right away to continue cooking without washing her hands. Director was informed and spoke to cook to correct this.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 35 - Health and Sanitation rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(12), 62-135(a)
- Official code
- 35-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Changing table was holding art work from the children.
- Correction status
- Due by April 18, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 37 - Sanitary Diapering rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C.
- Official code
- 37-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- An area of the facility was observed to be a serious safety hazard to children in care. (Section 10, numbers 1 11) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- entry and side gates were open at the time of arrival to the facility. owner/director office door was unlocked, inspector opened the door and found cleaning supplies on the floor at children each. It was strongly suggested to keep the door at all times locked and use a child safety lock on the doorknob.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4) rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 14-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food was stored in an inappropriate area. (Section 17.2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Cooked food was left unattended on the stove. Recommended to transfer the food to a container, let it rest to get room temperature and label.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 34 - Food Preparation Area 65C-22.002(8), F.A.C. 65C-22.002(8), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 17.1 Food Preparation Area and Section 17.2 Food Storage, Pages 37-38)
- Official code
- 34-15
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The immunization record was incomplete for the child(ren). The record did not document signature of a physician, dates immunizations were administered, or the expiration date. (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- One child immunization was expired
- Correction status
- Due by December 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 57 - Children's Health/Immunization and Records ss.
- Official code
- 57-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. (Section 12.3, number 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Inspector observed tears in the tape covering the diapering table.
- Correction status
- Due by July 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 37 - Sanitary Diapering rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.3, Diapering, Pages 28-29)
- Official code
- 37-03
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's license was not posted in a conspicuous place within the facility.
- Report comments
- No license posted in the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by July 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - License Displayed/Citation Posted/Advertising ss.
- Official code
- 01-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area of the facility was observed to be a serious health hazard to children in care. Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- air conditioning in this facility was replaced/fixed recently. Today there were 2 ceiling tiles missing (inspector was told there is a leak) and the air conditioning vents were opened, and the a/c was serviced. It was informed the technician left and will be back later meanwhile left the vents hanging from the ceiling. Those vents were in need of cleaning/dusting. It was impossible to determine the color of the vents.
- Correction status
- Due by July 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4)
- Official code
- 14-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area of the facility was observed to be a serious safety hazard to children in care. Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- A was nest was observed at the entrance of the kitchen next to the path children take to go to the playground. The shed door is broken and open, this s on the area where the children walk towards the playground
- Correction status
- Due by June 28, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4)
- Official code
- 14-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- A was nest was observed at the entrance of the kitchen next to the path children take to go to the playground.
- Correction status
- Due by June 28, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4)
- Official code
- 14-06
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A cleaning supply was accessible to children. Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Comments Cleaning supplies were in an unlocked cabinet under the handwashing sink in a classroom. Cabinet was closed and locked at the time of inspection. A cleaning supply was on the handwashing sink. Bleach bottles on the floor next to the unlocked door in the owners' office
- Correction status
- Due by June 17, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Toxic Substances and Hazardous Materials rule 65C-22.002(1), F.A.C.
- Official code
- 15-04
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility's storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Cleaning supply bottle left on the handwashing sink in the VPK classroom.
- Correction status
- Due by July 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 16 - Supplies Labeled/Stored rule 65C-22.002(1), F.A.C.
- Official code
- 16-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- A bag containing a dirty diaper was left on the corner of the changing pad. This bag was disposed when the inspector stood next to the changing station.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 37 - Sanitary Diapering rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C.
- Official code
- 37-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Staff were observed to use the hand washing sink for food preparation and/or clean up. Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Cleaning solution bottle left at the handwashing sink in the VPK classroom with a washing cloth at children reach.
- Correction status
- Due by June 28, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 37 - Sanitary Diapering rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C.
- Official code
- 37-04
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The container for storage of soiled disposable diapers was accessible to children. Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Inspector observed a soiled disposable diaper was left in a plastic bag on a table near the diapering station. The item was disposed of at the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 38 - Diaper Disposal rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C.
- Official code
- 38-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [large climbing equipment] was not maintained.(minimum of 6 inches) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Large climbing equipment on the playground fall zones need mulch and maintenance.
- Correction status
- Due by July 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 40 - Outdoor Equipment rule 65C-22.002(11), F.A.C. 62-133(c)(2)
- Official code
- 40-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Plates, utensils, cups, bottles and sippy cups provided by the facility that are not disposable were not washed, rinsed and sanitized between uses. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The appropriate use of the three-compartment sink in the kitchen is not followed by visual evidence. Inspector observed kitchen utensils drying in two washing basins.
- Correction status
- Due by July 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 55 - Single Service Items rule 65C-22.0011(8), 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C.
- Official code
- 55-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed every five years after the initial screening for the individuals. Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- One employee background check is expired. This is a long time employee and the owner/director was advised to send the staff for renewal today.
- Correction status
- Due by June 28, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 60 - Background Screening Documents ss.
- Official code
- 60-05
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's license was not posted in a conspicuous place within the facility.
- Report comments
- License not posted anywhere in facility.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - License Displayed/Citation Posted/Advertising ss.
- Official code
- 01-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Facility had multiple lights not working.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4) rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 14-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area of the facility was observed to be a serious safety hazard to children in care. (Section 10, numbers 1 11) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Three doors that had outside access from classrooms were unlocked. Inspector observed another door leading outside from a classroom was open. The open door was closed at time of inspection. Inspector observed a teacher's bag was in reach of children.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4) rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 14-05
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A cleaning supply was accessible to children. (Section 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Cleaning supplies were in an unlocked cabinet under the handwashing sink in a classroom. Cabinet was closed and locked at the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Toxic Substances and Hazardous Materials rule 65C-22.002(1), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(1), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 15-04
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility's storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. (Section 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Cleaning supplies were stored on a table in an unlocked office.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 16 - Supplies Labeled/Stored rule 65C-22.002(1), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(1), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 16-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Staff failed to inspect the playground before allowing children on the playground.
- Report comments
- Daily playground inspection log was not at the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Outdoor Play Area rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(1)(4) &(6) rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(1)(4) &(6) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.7 Outdoor Play Area, Pages
- Official code
- 21-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- A written record of fire drills was not completed and/or did not include one drill during napping/sleeping times, one drill using alternate evacuation routes, or one in the presence of the licensing authority. (Section 14.3, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Per the provider, the record was not at the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 33 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness rule 65C-22.002(7) F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(7) F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Page 32-34)
- Official code
- 33-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility operator did not have a current fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. (Section 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Fire inspection posted was from 2022. No current fire inspection was sent with an incomplete application.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 33 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness rule 65C-22.002(7) F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(7) F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Page 32-34)
- Official code
- 33-08
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility operator failed to maintain records of emergency preparedness and evacuation drills. (Section 14.1, number 4 and Section 19.1. number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Per provider, no records were on the premises.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 33 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness rule 65C-22.002(7) F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(7) F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Page 32-34)
- Official code
- 33-17
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The container for storage of soiled disposable diapers was accessible to children. (Section 12.3, number 7) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Inspector observed a soiled disposable diaper was left in a plastic bag on a table near the diapering station. The item was disposed of at the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 38 - Diaper Disposal rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.3, Diapering, Pages 28-29)
- Official code
- 38-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation, training transcript, of the required training. (Section 18.4) Training [SR]
- Report comments
- Per provider, documentation was not on premises.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 41 - Training Requirements ss.
- Official code
- 41-08
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Current training opportunities and requirements for childcare were not posted and available for staff to review.
- Report comments
- Per provider, records were not on premises.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 42 - 10-Hour In-Service rule 65C-22.003(6), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(11) rule 65C-22.003(6), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(11) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 42-44)
- Official code
- 42-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have at least one staff member or 2 staff members if more than 22 children with current and valid certificate of course completion for first aid training. (Section 13.4, numbers 1 and 2) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Could not verify First Aid training as per the provider, documentation was not on the premises.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 45 - First Aid Requirements rule 65C-22.004(2), F.A.C. 62-132(f) rule 65C-22.004(2), F.A.C. 62-132(f) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 13.4 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Pages 31-32)
- Official code
- 45-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have at least one staff member or 2 staff members if more than 22 children with current and valid certificate of course completion for infant and child cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). (Section 13.4, numbers 1 and 2) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Could not verify CPR training as per the provider, documentation was not on the premises.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 46 - CPR Requirements rule 65C-22.004(2), F.A.C. 62-132(f) rule 65C-22.004(2), F.A.C. 62-132(f) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 13.4 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Pages 31-32)
- Official code
- 46-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Records or copies of records are not being maintained at the facility for review by the licensing authority. (Section 19.2, number 7 and Section 19.4) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- The environmental safety checklist, daily playground inspection log, fire drill/emergency preparedness drill log, and director and personnel files were not at the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 56 - Records ss.
- Official code
- 56-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The immunization record was incomplete for the child(ren). The record did not document signature of a physician, dates immunizations were administered, or the expiration date. (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Four students had out of date immunization records.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 57 - Children's Health/Immunization and Records ss.
- Official code
- 57-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The parents of children enrolled were not provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus. (Section 19.2, number 9) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- The dates written for the parent acknowledgement of receiving the brochures does not align with the dates described in the statutes.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 57 - Children's Health/Immunization and Records ss.
- Official code
- 57-09
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a complete record on file for the child care personnel. (Section 19.4) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Per the provider, childcare personnel files were not at the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 59 - Personnel Records ss.
- Official code
- 59-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not have an employment application on file. (Section 19.4, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Per the provider, childcare personnel files were not at the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 59 - Personnel Records ss.
- Official code
- 59-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel record for staff did not include a signed statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employed. (Section 19.4, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Per the provider, childcare personnel files were not at the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 59 - Personnel Records ss.
- Official code
- 59-03
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel record did not include the position and date of employment for those child care personnel.
- Report comments
- Per the provider, childcare personnel files were not at the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 59 - Personnel Records ss.
- Official code
- 59-04
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- The personnel record did not include a signed CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form. (Section 19.4, number 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Per the provider, childcare personnel files were not at the facility. Love and Laugh Fun Care Center C12SA0215 / 580301299 2811 17th St Sarasota FL 34234 Renewal 04/08/2024 Page 8 of 10
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 59 - Personnel Records ss.
- Official code
- 59-05
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Documentation of first aid and infant and child cardiopulmonary resuscitation training was not on file for staff. (Section 13.4, number 6) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Per the provider, childcare personnel files were not at the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 59 - Personnel Records ss.
- Official code
- 59-06
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel record did not include training transcript information for staff. (Section 18.4) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Per the provider, childcare personnel files were not at the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 59 - Personnel Records ss.
- Official code
- 59-07
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The citation did not remain posted for the full year after its effective date.
- Report comments
- License not posted in the facility
- Correction status
- Due by November 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - License Displayed/Citation Posted/Advertising ss.
- Official code
- 01-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area of the facility was observed to be a serious safety hazard to children in care. (Section 10, numbers 1 11) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- side door open this area offers access to the road, no fencing in the area.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4) rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 14-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. (Section 10, numbers 1 11) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- bathrooms light was flickering not offering the bathroom full light.
- Correction status
- Due by November 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4) rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 14-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's outdoor play area was observed to pose a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children due to the presence of hazardous items. (Section 10.7, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Picnic table in the playground needs repair, replace or remove. many rips on the covers and rotten wood.
- Correction status
- Due by November 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Outdoor Play Area rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(1)(4) &(6) rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(1)(4) &(6) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.7 Outdoor Play Area, Pages
- Official code
- 21-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Staff failed to inspect the playground before allowing children on the playground.
- Report comments
- Daily Playground checklist was not completed consistently. From the checklist presented to the inspector only the day of inspection was complete.
- Correction status
- Due by November 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Outdoor Play Area rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(1)(4) &(6) rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(1)(4) &(6) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.7 Outdoor Play Area, Pages
- Official code
- 21-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a fire extinguisher with a current certificate. (Section 14.2, number 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Fire extinguisher tag expired.
- Correction status
- Due by November 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 33 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness rule 65C-22.002(7) F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(7) F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Page 32-34)
- Official code
- 33-07
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A staff member did not wash his/her hands appropriately after diapering a child. (Section 12.2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- teacher was observed to change a diaper and not washing her hands before attending the next child. Director was informed.
- Correction status
- Due by November 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 35 - Health and Sanitation rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(12), 62-135(a) rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(12), 62-135 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12 Health and Sanitation, Page 28)
- Official code
- 35-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The parents of children enrolled were not provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus. (Section 19.2, number 9) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Flu and Distracted driver parent acknowledgement received was not on file.
- Correction status
- Due by November 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 57 - Children's Health/Immunization and Records ss.
- Official code
- 57-09
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a complete record on file for the child care personnel. (Section 19.4) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Employees files were not complete, seems owner/director is working on files.
- Correction status
- Due by November 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 59 - Personnel Records ss.
- Official code
- 59-01
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- Citation(s) for a licensing standard violation was not posted with the license.
- Report comments
- Most recent inspection was not posted.
- Correction status
- Due by March 29, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - License Displayed/Citation Posted/Advertising ss.
- Official code
- 01-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Excessive dust/lint (dust/lint shows where the air blows on the beam) on the air conditioning vents continues to be an issue in the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by March 29, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4)
- Official code
- 14-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area of the facility was observed to be a serious health hazard to children in care. Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Directors' office is a work in progress. New lock on the door Working on clutter and keeping chemicals and other products out of the office or locked in the office.
- Correction status
- Due by March 29, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4)
- Official code
- 14-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area of the facility was observed to be a serious safety hazard to children in care. Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Gate to the street was open. owner closed at inspector arrival. here was a person mowing the lawn that left the gate open. In a positive note: the office door has a new lock. door on the side of the building was closed and locked. the electrical plugs were covered.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4)
- Official code
- 14-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The facility did not adequately maintain the toilet and bath facilities used by the children as evidenced by [Ceiling tiles and extractor vent and light in the hallway that offer access to the bathroom needs a cover.]. Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Facilities bathrooms still need some attention. Ceiling tiles and extractor vent and light in the hallway that offer access to the bathroom needs a cover.
- Correction status
- Due by March 29, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 28 - Toilets and Sinks rule 65C-22.002(6), F.A.C.
- Official code
- 28-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Fire drills were not conducted and/or did not include one drill during napping/sleeping times, one drill using alternate evacuation routes, or one in the presence of the licensing authority. Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- No fire drills recorded in the facility. Love and Laugh Fun Care Center C12SA0215 / 580301299 2811 17th St Sarasota FL 34234 Reinspection 03/15/2023 Page 3 of 6
- Correction status
- Due by March 29, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 33 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness rule 65C-22.002(7) F.A.C.
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility operator did not have a current fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- No fire Marshall certificate inspection posted.
- Correction status
- Due by March 29, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 33 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness rule 65C-22.002(7) F.A.C.
- Official code
- 33-08
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not safe in that [It was observed that some cots have lots of wear and tear and need replacement ]. Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Cots still at the facility. Some cots are not in good condition, wear and tear is visible and need replacement
- Correction status
- Due by March 29, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 39 - Indoor Equipment rule 65C-22.002(11), F.A.C. 62-133(f)
- Official code
- 39-03
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The citation did not remain posted for the full year after its effective date.
- Report comments
- License was not posted at the time of inspection
- Correction status
- Due by March 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - License Displayed/Citation Posted/Advertising ss.
- Official code
- 01-03
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [one] staff for [thirteen] children is required. There were [one] staff for [fourteen] children observed. General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At arrival there was one adult with fourteen children between the ages of three and four, with the majority of three years old. Classroom was over by one child. Ratio was corrected by moving one child to another room. See Sarasota County ratios below: (e) Ratios of personnel to children; general. (1) Effective July 1, 2005, the minimum standards for the care of children based on rations and group size are: Age of Children Ratio Group Size Under 1 year of age 1 person for 4 Children 8 1 year of age 1 person for 6 Children 12 2 years of age 1 person for 9 Children 18 3 years of age 1 person for 13 Children 4 years of age 1 person for 18 Children 5 years of age or older 1 person for 22 Children
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Ratio Sufficient ss.
- Official code
- 04-01
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Direct supervision of children in the [one year old room] group was inadequate in that [teacher had six children in the classroom and two four year old at the door waiting for her to fgo to the playground.]. General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- One year old classroom teacher had six children in the classroom and two four-year-old at the door waiting for her to go to the playground at the time inspector arrived to the facility.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Supervision rule 65C-22.001(5), 65C-22.001(6), 65C-22.002(4) & 65C-22.007 (2), F.A.C.
- Official code
- 05-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Inspector had a conversation with the owner/director regarding the need of cleaning doors and other areas of the facility as discussed in the previous inspection. Also was reminded to owner that keeping the areas uncluttered it is important. Clutter could promote vermin infestation and this clutter is at children reach. Dust must be removed from the air conditioning vents. Provider stated there was a group of volunteers that came to help paint, but she did not have the paint available for the volunteers at that moment. Provider stated she has the paint and is expecting the volunteers to come back to complete painting the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by March 30, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4)
- Official code
- 14-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area of the facility was observed to be a serious health hazard to children in care. Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- There is piled clutter in the unlocked director's office and other classrooms in the facility at children reach. Love and Laugh Fun Care Center C12SA0215 / 580301299 2811 17th St Sarasota FL 34234 Reinspection 02/21/2023 Page 3 of 10
- Correction status
- Due by March 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4)
- Official code
- 14-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area of the facility was observed to be a serious safety hazard to children in care. Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Door on the side of the building was unlocked. This door offers access to the building next door and free access to children to get out of the facility. One chain-link gate on the side/front of the building was wide open and unlocked offering access to the children to the main road in front of the facility. Uncovered electrical plug in the classroom at children's reach. There was an inhaler and cleaning chemicals at children reach in the unlocked directors office.
- Correction status
- Due by March 30, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4)
- Official code
- 14-05
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A cleaning supply was accessible to children. Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- cleaning supplies were observed at children reach in the unlocked directors' office.
- Correction status
- Due by March 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Toxic Substances and Hazardous Materials rule 65C-22.002(1), F.A.C.
- Official code
- 15-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A potentially harmful item, [asthma inhaler had no lable found at the directors unlocked office] was not labeled as required. Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- An unlabled asthma inhaler was found on the desk of the unlocked directors' office
- Correction status
- Due by March 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 16 - Supplies Labeled/Stored rule 65C-22.002(1), F.A.C.
- Official code
- 16-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The facility did not adequately maintain the toilet and bath facilities used by the children as evidenced by [no light in the bathroom and wall paper falling from the wall]. Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Children bathrooms are dark and in need of attention. It was observed at the time of inspection one of the bathrooms has wallpaper on one wall and it is half unglued hanging from the wall. Observed at the time of inspection holes on ceiling tiles need to be replace. Observed at the time of inspection only one light available is in the hallway prior to the bathrooms and needs a cover.
- Correction status
- Due by March 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 28 - Toilets and Sinks rule 65C-22.002(6), F.A.C.
- Official code
- 28-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Fire drills were not conducted and/or did not include one drill during napping/sleeping times, one drill using alternate evacuation routes, or one in the presence of the licensing authority. Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- No fire drills recorded paperwork was found at the facility during inspection
- Correction status
- Due by March 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 33 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness rule 65C-22.002(7) F.A.C.
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility operator did not have a current fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- There was no fire inspection on file or posted found during the inspection Love and Laugh Fun Care Center C12SA0215 / 580301299 2811 17th St Sarasota FL 34234 Reinspection 02/21/2023 Page 5 of 10
- Correction status
- Due by March 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 33 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness rule 65C-22.002(7) F.A.C.
- Official code
- 33-08
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The operator failed to conduct emergency preparedness drills. Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- No paperwork of Emergency preparedness drills found at facility during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by March 30, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 33 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness rule 65C-22.002(7) F.A.C.
- Official code
- 33-16
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Screens were not affixed or maintained on all opened doors and windows in the facility. Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Kitchen door entry has a mesh that opens/closes with a type of magnet use to keep the mesh tight. This mesh has rips is not attached to the door frame and does not serve the purpose that was intended for potentially allowing any vermin access to the kitchen.
- Correction status
- Due by March 30, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 35 - Health and Sanitation rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(12), 62-135(a)
- Official code
- 35-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not safe in that [it was observed that cots have lots of wear and tear and need replacement eventhough they were in use.]. Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed during inspection uncovered children cots that need replacement they are not in good condition, wear and tear is visible on some cots even though they were in use.
- Correction status
- Due by March 30, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 39 - Indoor Equipment rule 65C-22.002(11), F.A.C. 62-133(f)
- Official code
- 39-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record, for staff. [SR]
- Report comments
- Unable to verify three employees in service hours due to files were not on premises at the time of inspection. Love and Laugh Fun Care Center C12SA0215 / 580301299 2811 17th St Sarasota FL 34234 Reinspection 02/21/2023 Page 6 of 10
- Correction status
- Due by March 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 42 - 10-Hour In-Service rule 65C-22.003(6), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(11)
- Official code
- 42-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Current training opportunities and requirements for childcare were not posted and available for staff to review.
- Report comments
- There is no training information posted in the facility at the time of inspection
- Correction status
- Due by March 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 42 - 10-Hour In-Service rule 65C-22.003(6), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(11)
- Official code
- 42-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food served at the facility was not free from spoilage and contamination, and was not safe for eating as evidenced by[leaving meatballs on the counter in an aluminum pan instead of handling the correct defrosting procedure. There was no person/cook in the kitchen at the time of inspection.]. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- Cook/person in charge of the cooking/kitchen was not present in the facility and left an aluminum pan full of what it seemed to be frozen meatballs on the counter instead of using/handling the correct defrosting procedure. There was no person/cook in the kitchen at the time of inspection. Director/owner stated, "cook was on premises and left to pick up something at the store".
- Correction status
- Due by March 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 50 - Meals and Snacks rule 65C-22.005(1), F.A.C.
- Official code
- 50-04
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Records or copies of records are not being maintained at the facility for review by the licensing authority. Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Only two records from five employees were at found at the facility at the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by March 30, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 56 - Records ss.
- Official code
- 56-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- A Student Health Examination/DH Form 3040 or equivalent, was not available for the child(ren). Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- A total of ten children files needs physical update and/or it was not on file at the time of inspection
- Correction status
- Due by March 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 57 - Children's Health/Immunization and Records ss.
- Official code
- 57-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The immunization record was incomplete for the child(ren). The record did not document signature of a physician, dates immunizations were administered, or the expiration date. Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- A total of ten children files were found to have expired/not up to date immunization records on file at the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by March 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 57 - Children's Health/Immunization and Records ss.
- Official code
- 57-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The parents of children enrolled were not provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus. Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- A total of ten children files did not have the parent acknowledgement of receiving the flu brochure.
- Correction status
- Due by March 30, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 57 - Children's Health/Immunization and Records ss.
- Official code
- 57-09
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Incomplete enrollment information on CF-FSP Form 5219 or equivalent form was found for the child(ren). Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Enrollment forms incomplete in children files at the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by March 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 58 - Enrollment Information on File/Current ss.
- Official code
- 58-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel record for staff did not include a signed statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employed. Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- unable to verify, employees' files were not on site at the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by March 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 59 - Personnel Records ss.
- Official code
- 59-03
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel record did not include training transcript information for staff. Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- unable to verify, employees' files were not on site at the time of inspection
- Correction status
- Due by March 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 59 - Personnel Records ss.
- Official code
- 59-07
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 screening was missing for staff. Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Unable to be verified background screening from three employees since there were only two staff files on site at the time of inspection. . Director stated other files were taken home because she is "working on them".
- Correction status
- Due by March 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 60 - Background Screening Documents ss.
- Official code
- 60-01
Questions to ask
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 ensuring that all cleaning supplies and hazardous materials are stored securely and out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show multiple instances across different inspections where cleaning supplies or hazardous materials were found accessible to children. This question helps understand the current safety protocols and storage practices in place to prevent these items from being accessible.
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Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that food storage and preparation areas are consistently maintained to meet health and safety standards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that food safety and storage topics have appeared in multiple reports over the past few years. This question helps clarify the current daily routines for monitoring food temperature, cleanliness, and proper handling procedures.
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Finding-specific
How do you ensure that a designated person is always in charge and on-site during the hours of operation?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2026 noted that the director was not on the premises and no one else had been designated to be in charge. This question helps clarify the current staffing plan to ensure consistent leadership is always present.
- Context
- Correction due date was 6/4/2026.
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Finding-specific
Could you describe your process for maintaining up-to-date health and immunization records for all enrolled children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that keeping complete and current health and immunization files has been a recurring topic in past inspections. This question helps parents understand how the center manages these important administrative requirements to ensure all files remain current.
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General question
What is your approach to ensuring that all required staff training and certifications are documented and readily available for review?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Maintaining organized and accessible staff records is essential for ensuring that all caregivers are properly trained and qualified. This question helps families understand the center's administrative organization and commitment to staff development.