The wall in the [Restroom] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [peeling paint]. Physical Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
Observed peeling paint on wall of entrance of children restroom in room 7-105.
Correction status
Due by July 7, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A)
Official code
15-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
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The following interior areas of the facility were observed to not be in good repair: [Toilet seat/ hand bars to the cabinet]. Physical Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
Observed classroom 7-103, The lower part of the seat of the toilet is broken. The handlebars of the lower cabinet is loose and not secured under the handwashing sink in rooms 7-103 and 7-106.
Correction status
Due by July 7, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A)
Official code
15-03
Low concern: Administrative posting
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A piece of stationary outdoor play equipment, a [TV], was not securely anchored. Safety [SR]
Inspector notes
Observed in room 7-103 a Flat screen tv stored on the floor of the wall unanchored. Please advise Anchoring the TV when in use. The Director removed during the time of Inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H)
Official code
31-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
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Peeling paint was observed on the surface of the [Handle bars / poles] in the outdoor area.
Inspector notes
Observed peeling paint on the red handlebars of the equipment, Also the Red/ Blue bells have peeling paint and also, the poles of the rock-climbing equipment has peeling paint.
Correction status
Due by July 7, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H)
Official code
31-13
Higher concern: Hazardous access
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Staff purses or other personal items were observed accessible to children in the [Staff purse/ Personal Belongings].
Inspector notes
Observed in room 7-103 staff personal bag in rolling cart and in room 7-105 staff purse was located on seat of a chair. The staff personal bags were accessible to the children in care.
Correction status
Due by July 7, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A)
Official code
36-07
Higher concern: Hazardous access
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A power cord from the [Telephone/ Hanging cords] was accessible to children.
Inspector notes
Observed cords to the Telephone / Cords that attached to wall is loose and hanging which are accessible to the children in care in rooms 7-103/7-105. Please be advised to secure the hanging cords.
Correction status
Due by July 7, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A)
Official code
36-13
Higher concern: Background screening
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Personnel at the child care facility did not complete an Affidavit of Good Moral Character prior to working with children.
Report comments
No Current Good Moral Character form for (BS) expires 6/2/2026.
Correction status
Due by July 7, 2026
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PERSONNEL - 60 - Good Moral Character Affidavit (Article VII.A)
Official code
60-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The personnel record for staff did not include a statement that he/she was free of tuberculosis in a communicable stage as indicated by an approved TB risk assessment, skin test or chest X-ray.
Report comments
No TB Risk Assessment form Available for review for (CW).
Correction status
Due by July 7, 2026
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PERSONNEL - 64 - Proof of Risk Assessment Completed/Negative TB Test (Article XV.D)
Official code
64-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The personnel record for staff did not include a current statement attesting that he/she was physically qualified to care for children.
Report comments
The Health Exam form was not available for review for (CW).
There are staff who failed to begin the Department's required 40-hour introductory child care training within 90 days of employment or complete the training within one year.
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The staff member (TW) failed to complete the 40-hour training within one year. The training was started 4/25/2005.
Correction status
Due by July 7, 2026
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PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.)
Toilet paper was not available in the [girls & boys] toilet room/bathroom. (Section 10.6, number 7) General Requirements [SR]
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Toilet paper was missing in the restroom 10-101 A and 10-101B ( playground area)
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Proper Hand Washing (Articles X.D) (Articles X.D) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.6 Bathrooms and Sinks, Page 25)
Official code
10-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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The facility's outdoor play area contained debris. (Section 10.7, number 1) Physical Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
White plastic lunch boxes, black carpets, and black plastic bag were observed in the play area. these items must be removed.
Correction status
Due by March 4, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 25 - Outdoor Play Area Free of Debris/Fenced/Shaded (Article X.B) (Article X.B) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.7 Outdoor Play Area and Section 10.8 Fencing, Pages 25-26)
Official code
25-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
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The daily attendance log for the [7-103] group was not completed to give real time information. (Section 19.3, number 3) Safety [SR]
Report comments
9 children were present in the room 7-103, according to staff 4 of whom had transferred from another classroom. None of the children were recorded on the attendance log. Completed at the time of the inspection. Teacher marked the children present on the attendance log
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E) (Article XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.3 Record Keeping/Attendance, Page 48)
Official code
34-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
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Child(ren) released to parent/guardian was/were not signed out by an authorized person.
Inspector notes
Review of the attendance log indicated that several children were not signed out at various times in classroom 7-105 & 5-103
Correction status
Due by March 4, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E) (Article XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.3 Record Keeping/Attendance, Page 48)
Official code
34-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Children received and present in the program were not signed in as required.
Correction / follow-up note
5 children were not signed in the 7-103 classroom- corrected at the time of the inspection
Correction status
Due by February 25, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E) (Article XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.3 Record Keeping/Attendance, Page 48)
Department staff was not permitted access to personnel, children and facility records. (Section 402.311(2), F.S.) General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Department staff was denied the opportunity to conduct a renewal inspection. Upon entering the front office at Pahokee Elementary, I was told that Ms. Boldin was not available. Moments later the office staff had her on the phone. When I spoke to her, she stated that she could not do an inspection that day. I asked if the program was going to have children that day and she said yes. I stated that I could go ahead with the inspection, but I was told that I could not do an inspection that particular day. At that point I left the school. TA: The facility is to be open for inspection by DOH staff at all times. PHYSICAL FACILITY
Correction status
Due by October 17, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Access to Records (Article XV.A) (Article XV.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 20 Access and Section 21 Child Safety, Page 50)
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you explain the current process for ensuring all staff members have completed their required background screening and moral character documentation?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in June 2026 show that a staff member was working without a completed Affidavit of Good Moral Character on file. Asking about current procedures helps clarify how the center tracks and maintains these essential personnel records.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that hazardous items, such as cords or personal belongings, remain out of reach of the children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from June 2026 noted that hanging cords and staff personal items were accessible to children. This question allows the director to explain the daily safety routines used to keep classrooms clear of potential hazards.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor and verify that all children are signed in correctly upon arrival and departure each day?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from February 2026 indicate an instance where children were not signed in as required. Understanding the current sign-in process helps parents feel confident about how the center maintains accurate daily attendance.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all staff members are up to date on their required health examinations and training?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from June 2026 show that some staff records were missing documentation for health exams, TB risk assessments, or required training. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center manages staff compliance and professional development.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How often does the facility conduct internal reviews to ensure that all areas of the building and outdoor play equipment are in good repair?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection reports from 2025 and 2026 have repeatedly noted various maintenance items, such as peeling paint or loose fixtures. This question provides an opportunity to discuss the center's routine maintenance schedule and commitment to facility upkeep.