The staff's methods of discipline included spanking or other physical punishment as evidenced by [video of staff (Y.R.L.) forcibly grabbing child's (L.H.) arm and staff (Y.R.L.) acknowleging improper physical contact]. General Requirements [SR]
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After viewing video of incident and staff (Y.R.L.) acknowledging improper physical contact this constitutes a violation. During nap time at daycare, (L.H.) was in his bed playing a small piano. The teacher (Y.R.L.) told him to be quiet because the other children were sleeping. (L.H.) was not quiet, and the teacher (Y.R.L.) forcibly grabbed his arm and moved him and his bed aggressively switching places with another child. Violation: Palm Beach County FDOH Rules and Regulations Article IX.C.4. Technical Assistance was provided to staff (Y.R.L.) to use proper redirection methods for unwanted behaviors and never to use physical contact for this purpose. Facility Director (Y.F.) ... [truncated]
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Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Discipline (Article IX.C)
The facility did not conduct emergency drills listed in the emergency preparedness plan at least annually. Safety [SR]
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At the time of inspection, no record of annual emergency preparedness drill.
Correction status
Due by August 25, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 30 - Emergency Response Plan (Articles X.F and XV.E)
Official code
30-10
Medium concern: Health or food records
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A crock pot used for warming infant formula and food contained water that exceeded 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
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At the time of inspection, a crock pot used in the infant room for warming infant formula and food contained water that exceeded 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Recorded at 169F. MEDICATION
Correction status
Due by August 25, 2025
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 47 - Cooking and Warming Devices (Article XII.H)
Staff in the [infant and toddler classes respectively.] area was observed to not wash hands after assisting a child with toileting. General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, observed staff help a child blow out his running nose, pick up child's toy, touch items in the sink in diaper changing area, and cover food wearing the same set of gloves and not washing hands .
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Proper Hand Washing (Articles X.D)
Official code
10-06
Low concern: Administrative posting
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The facility's storage of cots was unsanitary, in that [it was stored in the restroom.].
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, observed cots stored in the bathroom touching one another. Cots weren't observed to be assigned to specific kids. Cots sanitation schedule was weekly.
Correction status
Due by July 4, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 16 - Storage (Article X.A and C)
Official code
16-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
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Garbage, or other refuse was not stored in a manner to maintain the premises in a clean and sanitary condition. Physical Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, observed diapers stored in trash can without a lid.
The child care staff failed to comply with the facilitys written policy as evidenced by [teacher's own admission of resulting to physical intervention.]. General Requirements [SR]
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Teacher L.U failed to adhered to facility's written discipline policy, which requires positive methods such as redirection, praise, and brief supervised separation to encourage self-esteem and self-control. On June 16, 2025, teacher L.U. physically grabbed a child by the shoulders to lift her during a tantrum, an action not listed as an acceptable discipline method and which may have contributed to reported emotional distress. The full extent of alleged incident (yanking the child's arm multiple times and causing a fall) could not be substantiated due to lack of retained video footage and inconclusive evidence of physical harm.
Correction status
Due by August 1, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Discipline (Article IX.C)
Official code
09-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
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The facility's documentation of an unusual incident/accident did not include information noted in number(s) as follows: [Parent signature.] 1. The name of the affected person 2. Date and time of occurrence 3. Description of event 4. Actions taken by whom 5. Signatures of staff 6. Parent signature Safety [SR]
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At the time of inspection, incident report did not contain parent signature.
Correction status
Due by August 1, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Accident/Incident Reports Complete (Articles XIII.B and XV.E)
The child care staff failed to comply with the facilitys written policy as evidenced by [video footage shows unwanted disciplinary behavior, by pulling a child up aggressively]. General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
The video footage shows how a teacher pulled and lifted a child from the floor aggressively. The teacher was observed holding the child off of the floor by one arm and the hood from his jacket. The teacher then took the child to a child and sat him down forcibly. The child child did not appear to be hurt from the incident as he quickly get up from the chair and flipped it over. This standard will close with noncompliance as the teacher's actions towards the child failed to comply with the facility's written discipline policy. Resolved as the teacher was terminated from the facility.
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Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Discipline (Article IX.C)
Program staff inappropriately interacted with children in care in that interactions were [Staff pulled child's hair] 1.Aggressive 2.Demeaning 3.Intimidating (Section 21, number 1) General Requirements [SR]
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There is video footage of staff member pulling child's hair which is inappropriate interaction with the child as it is deemed aggressive and intimating. Technical assistance was given to following the facility's discipline policy at all times to ensure appropriate interaction was children.
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 tell me more about the training and support staff receive regarding positive discipline techniques?
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Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in May 2026 note concerns regarding staff interaction and discipline methods. This question helps parents understand how the center ensures staff are equipped with appropriate redirection strategies.
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Finding-specific
What steps have been taken to ensure that all staff members are consistently following the facility's written discipline policy?
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Why ask this
Available inspection records show multiple findings related to child guidance and discipline policies between 2023 and 2026. This question allows the director to explain current practices for maintaining a positive environment.
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Finding-specific
How does the center monitor and maintain hygiene practices, especially in infant and toddler areas?
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Why ask this
An official inspection report from June 2025 noted a concern regarding hand-washing procedures. This question helps parents learn about the center's current protocols for sanitation and staff oversight.
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Finding-specific
What is the center's current process for monitoring the temperature of equipment used for warming infant food?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a July 2025 inspection mention a finding regarding the temperature of a warming device. This question helps parents understand the safety measures in place for infant care.
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Finding-specific
How do you communicate with families when an incident occurs involving their child?
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Why ask this
Available inspection records show past findings related to incident reporting and documentation. This question helps parents understand the center's current communication standards and administrative procedures.