At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionApril 29, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 29, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 24 available inspections for The Salvation Army - Northwest Community Center from March 21, 2023 through April 29, 2026.
10 inspections recorded violations, with 40 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on August 15, 2025 and involved background screening, with a due date of September 15, 2025.
Three later inspections, from September 16, 2025 through April 29, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
Total inspections
24
4 in last 12 months
Recorded violations
40
4 in last 12 months
Higher-concern violations
9
2 in last 12 months
Repeated topics
5
Last 36 months
Local comparison
24 total inspections vs 9 local median in 33401
Compared to 25 local facilities
Recorded violations per inspection
This provider
1.67
Local median
0.4
1.67This provider
0.4Local median
Inspections with higher-concern violations
This provider
21%
Local median
8%
21%This provider
8%Local median
Inspections with recorded violations
This provider
42%
Local median
25%
42%This provider
25%Local median
Repeated topics
This provider
5
Local average
1.2
5This provider
1.2Local average
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Staff training
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 15 recorded violations.
The facility did not conduct a fire drill for the month(s) of [January - July 2025]. Safety [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, no record of Fire drill for the months of January - July 2025
Correction status
Due by August 25, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Fire Drills/Fire Plan/Fire Inspection (Articles X.A, F and XV.E)
Official code
28-01
Higher concern: Background screening
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The personnel record for staff did not include a signed "Affidavit of Good Moral Character".
Report comments
At the time of inspection, staffs AA, IP, and NB did not have a current Affidavit of Good Moral Character on file.
Correction status
Due by September 15, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 60 - Good Moral Character Affidavit (Article VII.A)
Official code
60-01
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
The personnel record for staff did not include a statement that they read or had read to them and understood the contents of the pamphlet "Child Abuse and Neglect in Florida, A Guide for Professionals." Personnel Records [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, staff AA did not have a current Child Abuse and Neglect Statement on File.
The personnel record for staff did not include verification that ten hours of annual in-service training had been completed during the fiscal year ending June 30. Personnel Records [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, no record of annual in-service hours for staffs AA, IP, and NB
The person responsible for the daily operation of the child care facility had no documentation of a Director Credential.
Correction / follow-up note
Violation not corrected: No one onsite with a Director Credential. Council granted the program an extension for 1 month, a final decision decision will be made on the matter next month. CHILDREN’S RECORDS
Correction status
Due by February 10, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 70 - Sufficient Credentialed Staff - Credentialed Staff On-site - Minimum Time Met (Article VI. E and H; VIII.A)
The facility was operating while the annual license/certificate had expired and before a new license/certificate had been issued.
Report comments
At time of inspection facility was operating while the annual license/certificate had expired 12/31/24 and before a new license/certificate had been issued.
Correction status
Due by January 24, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Licensed Facility (Article IV.A, and E) (Article IV.A, and E)
Official code
02-03
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility failed to submit a complete renewal application at least 45 days before expiration of the current license.
Correction / follow-up note
At time of inspection facility failed to submit a complete renewal application at least 45 days before expiration of the current license.
Correction status
Due by January 17, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Licensed Facility (Article IV.A, and E) (Article IV.A, and E)
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.
Correction / follow-up note
Violation was not corrected: I.A did not have proof of T.B risk assessment on file
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 64 - Proof of Risk Assessment Completed/Negative TB Test (Article XV.D) (Article XV.D)
Official code
64-01
Medium concern: Staff training
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Program personnel did not complete training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, or if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the program. (Section 18.1) Personnel Records [SR]
Report comments
Staff : D.A and I.A missing the training requirements for ELC.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
Official code
66-08
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documented proof that all staff were trained and knowledgeable in the use of fire extinguishers within 30 days of employment. (Section 14.2, number 3) Personnel Records [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Violation was not corrected: Two (2) staff missing fire extinguisher training on file.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
Official code
66-11
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have at least one staff member present during all hours of operation with proof of current approved first aid certification. (Section 13.4, numbers 1 and 2) Personnel Records [SR]
Report comments
All staff First Aid and CPR courses did not include an on-site instructor-based skills demonstration and assessment by a certified instructor
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 67 - Staff With Current CPR/First Aid (Article VI.I) (Article VI.I) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 13.4 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Pages 31-32)
Official code
67-01
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The online CPR training did not include an on-site instructor-based skills assessment and is invalid for the individual. (Section 13.4, number 5) Personnel Records [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Violation was not corrected: The online CPR training for all staff did not include an on-site instructor-based skills assessment.
Correction status
Due by January 2, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 67 - Staff With Current CPR/First Aid (Article VI.I) (Article VI.I) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 13.4 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Pages 31-32)
Official code
67-05
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The person responsible for the daily operation of the child care facility had no documentation of a Director Credential.
Correction / follow-up note
Violation was not corrected: No one onsite with a Director credential. CHILDREN’S RECORDS
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 70 - Sufficient Credentialed Staff - Credentialed Staff On-site - Minimum Time Met (Article VI. E and H; VIII.A) (Article VI. E and H; VIII.A)
Official code
70-02
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The driver of a vehicle used to transport children in care did not have verification of an annual physical examination. (Section 6.2, numbers 1 and 2) Transportation [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Violation was not corrected: Physical examination for the driver(N.B) was not available for review.
The facility had no verification of an annual inspection by a mechanic for the vehicle(s) used to transport children. (Section 6.1, number 1) Transportation [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Proof of annual inspection was not provided for vehicle tag #:X1008E
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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TRANSPORTATION - 80 - Vehicle/Child Restraint (Article XVII.A and B) (Article XVII.A and B) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 6 Transportation, Pages 17-19)
The facility did not conduct a fire drill for the month(s) of [October and November]. (Section 14.3, number 1) Safety [SR]
Report comments
Drill log not available for review, per person in charge, last drills conducted was September 2024
Correction status
Due by December 27, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Fire Drills/Fire Plan/Fire Inspection (Articles X.A, F and XV.E) (Articles X.A, F and XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 32-34)
Official code
28-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facility did not have verification of a current and approved annual fire inspection. Inspection and approval was required as of [2]. 1. Ambulance 2. Fire 3. Police 4. Regional and National Poison Control 5. Florida Abuse Hotline 6. Palm Beach County Health Department (Section 14.2, number 1) Safety [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Proof of annual fire inspection was not provided at the time of the inspection.
Correction status
Due by December 27, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Fire Drills/Fire Plan/Fire Inspection (Articles X.A, F and XV.E) (Articles X.A, F and XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 32-34)
Official code
28-06
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Child(ren) released to parent/guardian was/were not signed out by an authorized person.
Report comments
Two(2 ) children were not signed out by an authorized person: J.C : Not signed out on 12/5/2024 Z.B: Not signed out on 12/6/2024
Correction status
Due by December 27, 2024
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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
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
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
The T.B. risk assessment was not on file or on the DOH form for the following staff: D.A., N.B., I.A.
Correction status
Due by December 27, 2024
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PERSONNEL - 64 - Proof of Risk Assessment Completed/Negative TB Test (Article XV.D) (Article XV.D)
Official code
64-01
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Program personnel did not complete training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, or if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the program. (Section 18.1) Personnel Records [SR]
Report comments
All staff missing ELC training requirements I.A DCF transcript was not available for review
Correction status
Due by December 27, 2024
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PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
Official code
66-08
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documented proof that all staff were trained and knowledgeable in the use of fire extinguishers within 30 days of employment. (Section 14.2, number 3) Personnel Records [SR]
Report comments
(2) staff missing fire extinguisher on file.
Correction status
Due by December 27, 2024
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PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
Official code
66-11
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have at least one staff member present during all hours of operation with proof of current approved first aid certification. (Section 13.4, numbers 1 and 2) Personnel Records [SR]
Report comments
Staff First Aid and CPR courses did not include an on-site instructor-based skills demonstration and assessment by a certified instructor
Correction status
Due by December 27, 2024
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PERSONNEL - 67 - Staff With Current CPR/First Aid (Article VI.I) (Article VI.I) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 13.4 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Pages 31-32)
Official code
67-01
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The online CPR training did not include an on-site instructor-based skills assessment and is invalid for the individual. (Section 13.4, number 5) Personnel Records [SR]
Report comments
The online CPR training for all staff did not include an on-site instructor-based skills assessment and is invalid for the individual.
Correction status
Due by December 27, 2024
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PERSONNEL - 67 - Staff With Current CPR/First Aid (Article VI.I) (Article VI.I) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 13.4 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Pages 31-32)
Official code
67-05
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The driver of a vehicle used to transport children in care did not have verification of an annual physical examination. (Section 6.2, numbers 1 and 2) Transportation [SR]
Report comments
Physical examination for the driver was not available for review.
The facility had no verification of an annual inspection by a mechanic for the vehicle(s) used to transport children. (Section 6.1, number 1) Transportation [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Proof of annual inspection was not provided for vehicle tag #:X1008E
Correction status
Due by December 27, 2024
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TRANSPORTATION - 80 - Vehicle/Child Restraint (Article XVII.A and B) (Article XVII.A and B) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 6 Transportation, Pages 17-19)
The person responsible for the daily operation of the child care facility had no documentation of a Director Credential.
Correction / follow-up note
Violation was not corrected: The staff responsible for the daily operation of the facility did not have a Director's Credential. The new person in charge started on 8/5/2024 CHILDREN’S RECORDS
Correction status
Due by December 27, 2024
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PERSONNEL - 70 - Sufficient Credentialed Staff - Credentialed Staff On-site - Minimum Time Met (Article VI. E and H; VIII.A)
The facility failed to maintain the ground cover/other protective surface under the [swings] to reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. (Section 11.2, number 3) Safety [SR]
Report comments
More mulch needs to be added under swings.
Correction status
Due by July 25, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H) (Article X.A, and H) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 11 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 26-27)
Official code
31-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
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 following staff members were missing a physical examinations on file at the the time of the inspection: R.M. A.B. I.P. N.B. E.M.
Documentation of first aid training was not on file for staff. (Section 13.4, number 6) Personnel Records [SR]
Report comments
The following staff members did not have first aid training on file during this inspection: R.M. A.B. I.P. N.B. E.M.
Correction status
Due by July 25, 2024
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PERSONNEL - 67 - Staff With Current CPR/First Aid (Article VI.I) (Article VI.I) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 13.4 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Pages 31-32)
Official code
67-06
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Documentation of child cardiopulmonary resuscitation training was not on file for staff. (Section 13.4, number 6) Personnel Records [SR]
Report comments
The following staff members did not have documentation CPR training on file during this inspection: R.M. A.B. I.P. N.B. E.M.
Correction status
Due by July 25, 2024
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PERSONNEL - 67 - Staff With Current CPR/First Aid (Article VI.I) (Article VI.I) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 13.4 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Pages 31-32)
Official code
67-07
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The person responsible for the daily operation of the child care facility had no documentation of a Director Credential.
Report comments
No staff member at the facility had a Director's Credential at the time of this inspection. CHILDREN’S RECORDS
Correction status
Due by July 25, 2024
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PERSONNEL - 70 - Sufficient Credentialed Staff - Credentialed Staff On-site - Minimum Time Met (Article VI. E and H; VIII.A) (Article VI. E and H; VIII.A)
A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. (Section 10, numbers 1-11) Physical Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
Paper towel holder in the boys bathroom was observed to be broken with sharp edges exposed. Soap dispenser holder appeared to be broken as well.
Correction status
Due by December 1, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
15-08
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The following equipment and/or toys were not safe: [jungle gym] as evidenced by [opening on upper level allowing children to fall off]. (Section 11.1, number 2) (Section 11.2, numbers 2 and 4) Safety [SR]
Inspector notes
Jungle gym on outdoor play area to be unsafe. Observed upper level of jungle gym was open,; allowing children to fall , when it should be enclosed. Opening was wrapped in caution tape at the time of the inspection.
Correction status
Due by November 13, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H) (Article X.A, and H) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 11 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 26-27)
Official code
31-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The personnel record for staff did not include a current statement attesting that he/she was physically qualified to care for children.
Report comments
There were no current physical available at the time of the inspection for the following staff: J.E. D.B.S.
The facility's transportation log for children transported did not include one or more of the following: each child's name/date/time of departure and arrival/signature of driver and second staff member. (Section 6.2, number 3) Transportation [SR]
Inspector notes
On multiple days, signature for driver and second staff member were not observed. ENFORCEMENT
There was no one designated to be in charge during the absence of the operator/director.
Report comments
No one was designated to be in charge in the absence of J.E. and G.C.. Had to wait for J.E. to arrive to conduct this inspection. A.C.(staff) was declared to be the person in charge in the absence of the operator/director. This was put in writhing and posted in a conspicuous place at the time of the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PERSONNEL - 58 - Person in Charge (Article VIII.A)
Official code
58-02
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
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.
Report comments
T.J.(staff) has not completed 40-hr introductory child care training within one year of being employed. A statement was received via email stating that T.J.(staff) would be put on administrative leave until DCF Transcript has shown that 40- hour introductory child care training had been completed; however, that was not the case during this inspection.
Correction status
Due by July 26, 2023
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PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.)
Official code
66-03
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Documentation of the in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268 or an equivalent form for staff. Personnel Records [SR]
Report comments
Annual in-service training for current year has not been recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268 or an equivalent form for multiple staff members.
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.
Report comments
T.J.(staff) has not completed 40-hr introductory child care training within one year.
Correction status
Due by April 19, 2023
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PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.)
Official code
66-03
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
There are staff employed for at least 12 months who failed to complete the 5-clock hours or .5 CEU training in early literacy and language development of children.
Report comments
T.J(staff) has failed to complete the training in early literacy and language development of children within 12 months of being employed by the facility.
Correction status
Due by April 19, 2023
More details
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PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.)
Official code
66-04
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
Could you describe the current process for ensuring all staff members have their required background screening affidavits on file?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an August 2025 inspection indicate that some personnel records were missing the required affidavit of good moral character.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that all staff members have completed the required child abuse and neglect reporting training?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from August 2025 noted that a staff member's record did not include the required statement regarding the child abuse and neglect pamphlet.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the maintenance and inspection schedule for vehicles used to transport children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show multiple instances where documentation for annual vehicle inspections and driver physicals were not available for review.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current system for tracking and documenting required fire drills for the center?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate that fire drill logs have been incomplete during several inspections over the past few years.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all staff members remain up-to-date with their required annual training and certifications?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show repeated findings regarding missing documentation for annual in-service hours, CPR, and first aid training for staff.