Background screening was not completed: [ every five years after the initial screening.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing specialist observed staff with expired Level 2 screening. Please see supplemental for more details T.A. A screening conducted under this rule is valid for five years, at which time a re-screen must be conducted in the same manner as the initial screening.
Correction status
Due by May 6, 2026
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
The Training Transcript documenting an active Staff Credential Verification was not on file for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 4.6.2
Inspector notes
SC Expired 10/6/2025 DC 1/26/2026 Licensing specialist observed expired Staff credentials for director. Director has been actively sending required forms in order to renew staff credentials through the training portal. T.A. To maintain an active National Early Childhood Credential, it must be renewed through the agency that awarded the original credential or renewed as a Florida Birth Through Five Child Care Credential. Once renewed, for licensing purposes, individuals must complete a CF-FSP Form 5211, Florida Child Care Staff Credential Verification Application to have the individuals Training Transcript updated with renewed credential information. An individual with an inac ... [truncated]
Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 Training [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing specialist observed Child care personnel who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30, and some not recorded on the In-service log. T.A. Documentation of the in-service training requirement must be recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-Service Training Record, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(i), F.A.C., and included in the child care facilitys personnel records. CF-FSP Form 5268 may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. A new in-service training record is required each fiscal year. The in-service t ... [truncated]
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
Inspector notes
LS observed Child care personnel who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. Please see supplemental for more details. Extended deadline given due to testing availability. T.A. Mandated Introductory Training Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the compet ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by July 22, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Higher concern: Supervision
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Documentation of pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification was not on file for child care personnel. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.4, A
Correction / follow-up note
LS observed Insufficient staff with CPR, other staff CPR on file missing or expired. T.A. By December 31, 2021, the facility shall maintain the following number of child care personnel with the CPR certification and first aid training that are on site at the facility at all times children are in care. For child care personnel to count to meet requirement in the below chart, they shall be child care personnel assigned to provide direct supervision of children in care. Total number of child care personnel in direct supervision of children to meet staff to child operating ratios: --------- 0-25 ---------- 26-50 ---------- 51-75 ---------- 76-100 -------- 101+ Total minimum numbe ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 24, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
Official code
36-02
Higher concern: Supervision
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Documentation of first aid training was not on file for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, A Health Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
LS observed Insufficient staff with First Aid, other staff First Aid on file missing or expired. T.A. By December 31, 2021, the facility shall maintain the following number of child care personnel with the CPR certification and first aid training that are on site at the facility at all times children are in care. For child care personnel to count to meet requirement in the below chart, they shall be child care personnel assigned to provide direct supervision of children in care. Total number of child care personnel in direct supervision of children to meet staff to child operating ratios: --------- 0-25 ---------- 26-50 ---------- 51-75 ---------- 76-100 -------- 101+ Total m ... [truncated]
The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
Inspector notes
FSC observed facility did not have documentation to show new child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. Please see supplemental for more details. T.A. Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may n ... [truncated]
Hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times, were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, D
Inspector notes
FSC observed no hand washing procedures posted, fixed at time of inspection by printing and posting those missing. T.A. Child care personnel and children must wash their hands thoroughly with soap and running water, dry, and follow personal hygiene procedures for themselves and while assisting others. Examples of activities when handwashing is required include but are not limited to: before and after eating, immediately following outdoor play, after toileting, following the use of any cleaners or toxic chemicals, before and after administering medication, and during food preparation and snack distribution.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
Official code
29-16
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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The ground cover or other protective surface under the [threehouse playground equipment] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
FSC observed less than 6 in dept requirement with black ground barrier exposed. T.A. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area.
Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
FSC observed child file did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. Please see supplemental for more details. The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by February 13, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
FSC observed that child file did not have student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. Please see supplemental for more details. The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination. ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by February 13, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
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
How does your team track and manage staff background screening renewals to ensure all requirements are met on time?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2026 inspection indicate that a staff member was found with an expired background screening. This question helps clarify the current administrative process for monitoring these mandatory timelines.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for ensuring that all staff members maintain up-to-date first aid and CPR certifications?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from 2024 noted that documentation for first aid and CPR training was missing for some personnel. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center currently verifies that staff have these essential certifications on file.
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Finding-specific
Could you describe your daily routine for ensuring that health and safety procedures are consistently followed in all areas of the facility?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a 2023 inspection noted a need for better posting of hand hygiene procedures in specific areas. This question helps parents understand how the center maintains its commitment to health and sanitation standards on a daily basis.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
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Finding-specific
How do you support staff in completing their required annual in-service training and professional development?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show multiple instances across several years where staff training requirements were not fully documented. This question allows the director to explain how the center currently tracks and supports staff in meeting these ongoing educational standards.
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General question
How do you communicate with families regarding the status of required health records for their children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Keeping up-to-date health records is a key part of maintaining a healthy environment for all children. This question helps parents understand how the center manages these documents and ensures families are kept informed about any missing or expiring paperwork.