The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [red boat in back needs to be secured to the ground, a board in boat needs to be replaced, back border board is rotting and needs to be replaced, roots near ramp need to be covered, orange phone cord on toddler playground needs to be covered, mulch needs to be raked under slides]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
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All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentation of maintenance inspections must be maintained for 12 months. All equipment used in the outdoor play area must be constructed and maintained according to manufacturers recommendations and allow for water drainage. Any open containers with water must be emptied immediately after use, i.e. pots, toys, or other equipment that collects water.
Correction status
Due by May 22, 2026
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-03
Medium concern: Staff training
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Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
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Staff listed on the Supplemental did not have 40 DCF training completed.
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Due by May 22, 2026
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
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The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [the yellow jeep needs the board repaired, the red boat with yellow/blue steering wheel needs to be restaked down, one of the back border boards needs to be replaced and staked down]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
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All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentation of maintenance inspections must be maintained for 12 months. All equipment used in the outdoor play area must be constructed and maintained according to manufacturers recommendations and allow for water drainage. Any open containers with water must be emptied immediately after use, i.e. pots, toys, or other equipment that collects water.
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
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The entryway into the 1's classroom is missing the threshold transition strip. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months.
The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I
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3's/4's room- all outlets did not have covers in place. Staff replaced outlet covers. All accessible electrical outlets must be tamper-resistant electrical outlets that contain internal shutter mechanisms to prevent children from sticking objects into receptacles. In settings that do not have tamper-resistant electrical outlets, outlets shall have safety covers.
The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
Correction / follow-up note
Staff listed on Supplemental did not complete literacy within 12 months of industry start. Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of course completion, classroom transcript, or diploma. Child care personnel must complete one of the following: A. One of the Departments online literacy courses available on the Depa ... [truncated]
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
8/28/23 inspection: Licensing counselor observed several cracks and lifted tiles in the walkway in front of the infant room and in the kitchen. 10/9/23 visit: There was a rug covering the cracked/lifted tiles in the hallway in front of the infant room. This is still a tripping hazard. The small cracks in the kitchen are still present. 8/28/23 inspection- There is also an area on the cabinet wall (to the left of the oven) near the one year old classroom that has water damage. 10/9/23 visit- Corrected: The area now has a plastic baseboard piece covering the bottom of the cabinet.
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Licensing counselor observed several cracks and lifted tiles in the walkway in front of the infant room and in the kitchen. There is also an area on the cabinet wall (to the left of the oven) near the one year old classroom that has water damage. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor p ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by September 28, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
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Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H (Section 12.4, number 6) Physical Environment [SR]
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Bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. All bedding and linens must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at least once a week, and before use by another child. Bedding and linens shall not be stored in the bathroom, unless stored in cabinets. Mats are being stored in the bathroom, not inside a cabinet.
Correction status
Due by September 28, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-12
Higher concern: Sleep safety
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Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A
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Licensing counselor observed an infant in a crib with a stuffed animal. There was also a mobile clipped on the side of the crib. Stuffed animal and mobile removed from crib. All personnel that care for infants must follow safe sleep practices as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) as referenced in Caring for Our Children Basics Health and Safety Foundations for Early Care and Education, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(v), F.A.C. Cribs or playpens/play yards used for infants must have tight fitted sheets and no excess bedding, which includes but is not limited to: bumper pads, hanging mobiles, quilts, comforters, receiving blankets, pill ... [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 describe the process for ensuring all electrical outlets are properly covered and safe for children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection show that some electrical outlets were found without covers. Asking about the current process helps parents understand how the facility maintains a safe environment for children.
Context
Corrected at time of inspection.
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Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that all cribs are kept free of items that could pose a safety risk for infants?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report noted an instance where a crib contained items that could pose a safety risk. This question helps parents learn about the facility's current sleep safety practices.
Context
Corrected at time of inspection.
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Finding-specific
How do you manage the regular maintenance and safety checks for the outdoor playground equipment?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that the maintenance of outdoor play equipment has been a topic in multiple reports. This question allows the provider to explain their current routine for ensuring equipment remains in good repair.
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Finding-specific
What is your process for tracking staff training requirements to ensure everyone is up to date on their certifications?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate that staff training documentation has been a repeated topic in inspections. Asking this helps parents understand how the facility monitors and maintains staff qualifications.
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Finding-specific
How often does your team conduct facility-wide safety inspections to identify areas that may need repair?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Official records show that facility maintenance and repair issues have appeared in several inspections over the past few years. This question helps parents understand the facility's ongoing approach to keeping the building in good condition.