Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.33
- Local median
- 0.15
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER #774
3225 Holiday Springs Blvd, Margate, FL 33063
- License:
- C17BO0043
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 115
- License expiration:
- March 31, 2027
Typical cost: $1,235 - $1,387 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,235 - $1,387/mo
Median daily rate: $57.00 - $64.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Broward County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
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 inspectionJune 26, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsOctober 21, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 15 available inspections for KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER #774 from February 3, 2023 through June 26, 2026.
Eight inspections recorded violations, with 35 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 26, 2026 and involved hazardous access.
That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 15
- Recorded violations
- 35
- Higher-concern violations
- 16
- Repeated topics
- 6
4 in last 12 months
8 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
15 total inspections vs 12 local median in 33063
Compared to 25 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 7%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 53%
- Local median
- 14%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 6
- Local average
- 0.56
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 4 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
July 2, 2024February 26, 2025February 27, 2026May 21, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
July 2, 2024February 26, 2025February 27, 2026Transportation
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
July 2, 2024February 26, 2025February 27, 2026Attendance accountability
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
February 26, 2025March 14, 2025Hazardous access
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
February 26, 2025June 26, 2026Sleep safety
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
July 2, 2024February 26, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- 3.2(A), Handbook: All areas and surfaces accessible to children must be free from toxic substances, bio contaminants, and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including power tools, plastic bags, matches, candles, lighters, etc. A toxic/hazardous material was accessible to children. Facility/Storage [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Toxins were accessible in the unlocked janitor closet. The closet was locked during inspection. Additionally, a toxin labeled restroom cleaner was accessible in the 3 year old bathroom. It was removed during inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Toxins/Hazardous Materials Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 11-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- 4.7, Handbook: Section 402.305(2)(f), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. The facility has no director or the director does not meet the minimum qualifications.
- Report comments
- The directors credential for this director expired on April 21, 2026. There is currently no credentialed director. This facility is being placed on a provisional license.
- Correction status
- Due by October 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Education Requirements Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 02-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-30(c), Ordinance: All staff members of child care facilities must have a high school diploma or the equivalent. A high school diploma or equivalent was not on file for all staff members.
- Inspector notes
- This was missing for two staff members. It was obtained during inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Education Requirements Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 02-04
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- 4.2.2, Handbook: Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(d)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 twelve (12) months of date of employment in the child care industry. The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry.
- Inspector notes
- This was missing for one staff member. It was completed during inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 03-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-32, Ordinance: Before the first day of employment at a child care facility, all child care personnel, excluding temporary substitutes, must have on file at the child care facility a signed statement from a licensed physician or authorized agent of the Florida Department of Health attesting that the person is in good health in order to care for children in a child care facility setting. The health assessment statement shall be documented on a form prescribed by the local licensing agency and updated at least every two years. Child Care personnel did not have a current health statement on file.
- Inspector notes
- This was missing for one staff member. It was obtained during inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-32, Ordinance Sec. 7-32, Ordinance NULL
- Official code
- 05-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 6, Handbook: Personnel are required to be educated on the facilitys exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter. Written documentation that child care personnel have participated in the facilitys annual refresher education for the exposure plan and understand the proper procedures in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids must be retained for 12 months and be available for licensing to review. The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facility's exposure plan. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Program [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Personnel are required to be educated on the facilitys exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter. This was completed during inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 29 - Communicable Diseases/Care Of Sick Child Group: DCF Handbook DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 29-09
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-45(b)(1), Ordinance: Vehicles must state the name of the child care facility on each side panel in six- to eight-inch letters. The back panel must have the wording Caution Transporting Children in a minimum of four-inch letters. The facilitys license number also must be printed on the side and back panels of the vehicle. The facility's vehicle(s) did not meet the requirement in that [see narrative].
- Inspector notes
- The back panel must have the wording Caution Transporting Children in a minimum of four-inch letters. A work order was put in during inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 43 - Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 43-04
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-12(c ), Ordinance: If the local licensing agency issues a written report of any investigation or inspection, the child care arrangement must display the report in a conspicuous place accessible to parents. The child care arrangement must also post each Notice of Violation issued by the local licensing agency. If the child care arrangement has elected to contest the issuance of a Notice of Violation and has provided written notice to the local licensing agency of its request for a hearing, a copy of the written request for a hearing may also be posted. Unless the Notice of Violation is dismissed after hearing by a hearing officer, the Notice of Violation and description of corrective action, if any, taken by the child care arrangement must remain posted for one year after the date of the Notice of Violation. This area was out of compliance in that [see narrative] were not posted.
- Report comments
- The previous inspection report was posted during this visit. Based on the results of this inspection, this facility is recommended for a regular license.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 45 - License/Inspection Reports Group: Secs. 7-3, 7-11, 7-12, 7-13, 7-38, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Secs. 7-3, 7-11, 7-12, 7-13, 7-38, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form
- Official code
- 45-04
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-33(e), Ordinance: Direct supervision means watching and directing the childrens activities within close proximity within the same room inside or within a designated outdoor play area and responding to each childs needs. Inadequate supervision occurred when a child/childrens needs were not met in the following incident: [see narrative]. Ratios/Discipline [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During this inspection, the fours class was left unsupervised during naptime. An additional teacher arrived during inspection. Page 1 of 5
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec.
- Official code
- 07-05
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- 7-33(d), Ordinance: When children are napping, the child care direct supervision requirements set forth below shall apply in addition to the staffing ratio requirements: (1) If any of the napping children are under 12 months of age, there must be one child care staff member for every four children. (2) If any of the napping children are under 2 years but over 12 months of age, there must be one child care staff member for every six children. (3) If the napping children are all at least two years of age but none are three years of age or older, there must be one child care staff member for every 22 children. (4) If the napping children are all at least three years of age, there must be one child care staff member for every 30 children. A staff-to-child ratio of [1] staff for [26] children was observed.
- Inspector notes
- During this inspection, there were 26 children ages two and three being supervised by one teacher. An additional teacher arrived during inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec.
- Official code
- 07-06
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-44(f), Ordinance: The childs arrival and departure must be recorded by child care personnel at the time the child enters and departs the child care facility. The attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. In order to account for childrens whereabouts, children who are reassigned to different classrooms throughout the day should be signed in and/or out of the rosters for those respective classrooms each time. The facility failed to maintain an attendance roster for the children in care. License/Certificates [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Upon arrival in the VPK class, there was no evidence of attendance. It was retrieved from the four year old classroom during inspection. Additionally, when asked how many children were present in two of the classes, staff did not know head count when compared to the attendance records. KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER #774 C17BO0043 / 45138 3225 Holiday Springs Blvd Margate FL 33063 Revisit 03/14/2025 Page 4 of 5 Counselor Comments FOR GOLD SEAL PROVIDERS: Be advised that if this inspection includes the issuance of a Class I violation, the issuance of three or more Class II violations, and/or issuance of a third Class III for a repeated violation within a two (2) year period, the v ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 50 - Daily Attendance Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 50-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- All child care personnel who completed DCF training did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3 Training Requirements, Pages 7-8) Staff Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- This training was not observed for three staff members.
- Correction status
- Due by March 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 03-14
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- 3.1(A), Handbook: 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. Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Facility/Storage [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During this inspection: -residue was observed on the lower portion of most walls and cabinets throughout the facility -warping was observed at the bottom of the half doors, and several shelves and cabinets throughout the facility. -the right door on the diaper changing cabinet in the infant room was hung crookedly -stained carpets were observed
- Correction status
- Due by March 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 10-13
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- 3.2(A), Handbook: All areas and surfaces accessible to children must be free from toxic substances, bio contaminants, and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including power tools, plastic bags, matches, candles, lighters, etc. A toxic/hazardous material was accessible to children. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Facility/Storage [SR]
- Report comments
- During this inspection, toxic substances were accessible to children as both doors of the janitor closet were found to be unlocked two different times. They were locked both times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Toxins/Hazardous Materials Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 11-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- 2.6, Handbook: Each group or class must have a written and followed plan of scheduled activities posted in an easily seen location accessible to parents/guardians. The written plan must meet the needs of the children being served and must include alternate activities in case of bad weather. The written plan shall include a variety of activities that range from structured to unstructured activities that encourage a childs developmental growth. The facility's written plan of scheduled activities did not meet requirements in that [see narrative]. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Report comments
- During this inspection, the activity plan was not being followed in various classrooms.
- Correction status
- Due by March 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 18 - Activity Plan Group: Sec. 7-36, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-36, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 18-01
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- 3.6.4(A), Handbook: 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, pillows, stuffed animals and cushions. The crib/play yard sheets were not appropriate. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During this inspection, tightly fitted sheets were not observed on all the cribs. They were changed during inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 20 - Crib Requirements/Bedding Group: Sec. 7-38, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-38, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 20-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- 3.12(C), Handbook: All equipment, fences, and objects on the facilitys premises shall be free from sharp, broken and jagged edges, and properly placed to prevent overcrowding or safety hazards in any one area. Equipment in the outdoor space needs repair. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During this inspection, various disconnected outdoor play equipment was observed including the blue slide and white stairs on the older children's playground. A door jamb cover was loose on the younger children's playground.
- Correction status
- Due by March 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 22 - Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 22-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- 3.7(H), Handbook: Running water, soap, trash receptacles, toilet paper, and disposable towels or hand-drying machines that are properly installed and maintained must be available and within reach of children using the bathroom. The restroom was not supplied with [see narrative]. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Toilet/Bath Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During this inspection, toilet paper was not observed in the three year old's bathroom. Unflushed toilets were observed throughout.
- Correction status
- Due by February 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 24 - Toilet/Bath Facilities Group: Sec. 7-39, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-39, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 24-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 3.9.1(A)(9), Handbook: A food preparation area shall be clean and free of dust, dirt, food particles, and grease deposits. The following was observed in the food preparation area [see narrative]. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Food Service/Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During this inspection, residue was observed on the freezer door and on the floors between and around the refrigerator and freezer.
- Correction status
- Due by February 26, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Food Protection and Service Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 33-16
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 2.5.2(F-G), Handbook: Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, the driver of the vehicle must mark each child off the log as the child departs the vehicle; conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle interior to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and record, sign, and date the transportation log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the visual sweep was conducted; ensure that a second child care personnel conducts a second visual sweep, signs and dates the transportation log verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the log is complete. If the provider contracts with an outside entity to provide transportation, then the provider must assign a child care personnel to perform the duties of the driver. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, a second and different child care personnel must conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and sign, date and record the transportation log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the log is complete. Procedures were not followed in that [see narrative]. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Transportation [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During this inspection, the transportation logs for previous weeks were observed. Two signatures were not observed each time children arrived at the school nor was a visual sweep observed during today's inspection. LICENSE/CERTIFICATES
- Correction status
- Due by February 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 44 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-45, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 44-07
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-44(f), Ordinance: The childs arrival and departure must be recorded by child care personnel at the time the child enters and departs the child care facility. The attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. In order to account for childrens whereabouts, children who are reassigned to different classrooms throughout the day should be signed in and/or out of the rosters for those respective classrooms each time. The facility failed to maintain an attendance roster for the children in care. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) License/Certificates [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During this inspection, inaccurate attendance was observed in each classroom except one. They were corrected during inspection. SCHOOL READINESS
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 50 - Daily Attendance Group: DCF Handbook DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 50-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-4.01(k)(8)(a-c), Ordinance: All child care personnel shall be a high school graduate or equivalent.See the Supplemental Inspection Sheet for the name(s) of any staff whose proof of education was not on file. Staff Requirement [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of this inspection it was noted that there was no proof of education for two personnel.
- Correction status
- Due by August 2, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Education Requirements Group: Secs. 7-3 and 7-4.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 02-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- 4.1, Handbook: 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.See the Supplemental Inspection Sheet for staff who did not begin the training within 90 days of employment. Staff Requirement [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of this inspection it was noted that one staff person who had begun working in the industry in 2019 did not have proof having begun the 40-hour training within 90 days of being employed in the child care industry. Page 1 of 6
- Correction status
- Due by July 17, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 03-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- 4.1, Handbook: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must successfully complete the departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility.See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff/volunteers who are out of compliance. Staff Requirement [SR]
- Report comments
- During the inspection it was noted that one staff who had started the 45 hour training in 2020 had not completed the training within 12 months from the date the training begun.
- Correction status
- Due by August 2, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 03-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-4.05(b), Ordinance: Prior to the first day of being employed by a child care facility, all child care personnel, excluding temporary substitutes, shall have on file at the child care facility a signed statement from a licensed physician or authorized agent of a Florida County Health Department attesting that the employee is in good health in order to care for children.The health assessment statement shall be documented on the No. 8, Physicians Statement of Good Health for Child Care Center Personnel, and updated every two (2) years.See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff without current No. 8 on file. Staff Requirement [SR]
- Report comments
- During this inspection it was noted that two staffs persons did not have a signed physician statement on file
- Correction status
- Due by July 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-4.05, Ordinance
- Official code
- 05-01
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- 3.6.2(C) and (D), Handbook: A minimum of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping and sleeping spaces. A maximum of two sides of a napping or sleeping space may be against a solid barrier, such as the wall. The solid side of a crib does not meet the requirements for a solid barrier.Napping and sleeping spaces must not be under furniture or against furniture that creates a hazard.Bedding was not spaced appropriately. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Report comments
- In the four year old classroom children's mats were not 18 inches apart at the time of this inspection. Please provided pictures showing that the bedding is now 18 inches apart in all classrooms.
- Correction status
- Due by July 3, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 21 - Napping Space Group: Sec. 7-5.04, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 21-06
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- Secs. 316.615(2) and 402.305(10), FS: The fire extinguisher needs to be inspected annually by a fire equipment specialist.There was no documentation that the fire extinguisher had been inspected. Transportation [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection it was noted that the fire extinguisher on the vehicle had expired February 2024.
- Correction status
- Due by July 9, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 45 - Vehicle Requirements Group: Secs. 7-6.01 and 7-9, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs. 316.615 and
- Official code
- 45-06
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 2.5.2(D) and (E), Handbook: Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, the driver of the vehicle must mark each child off the log as the child departs the vehicle; conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle interior to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and record, sign, and date the transportation log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the visual sweep was conducted, and ensure that a second staff member signs and dates the transportation log verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the log is completeUpon arrival at the destination by vehicle, a second and different staff member must conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and sign, date and record the transportation log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the log is complete. Procedures were not followed in that [see below]. Transportation [SR]
- Inspector notes
- in reviewing the transportation log used for today's field trip it was noted that there was no signature from a second staff member verifying that all children were accounted for. Visual sweeps were not observed being conducted. LICENSE/CERTIFICATES
- Correction status
- Due by July 3, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 46 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-9, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 46-08
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 3.8.2(B), Handbook: Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times.The fire extinguishers throughout the facility were not properly maintained. License/Certificates [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of this inspection it was noted that the fire extinguisher expired February 2024.
- Correction status
- Due by July 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 49 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: Sec. 7-5.08, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 49-05
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 3.8.4(A) and (C), Handbook:During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care.The operator must maintain a written record of the fire drills showing the date, number of children and staff in attendance, evacuation route used, and time taken for all individuals to evacuate the premises. Each fire drill record must be maintained for a minimum of two years from the date of the fire drill.Documentation of conducted fire and emergency preparedness drills must be available at the time of inspection.3.8.5(D), Handbook: There was no documentation available to show that monthly fire drills have been completed for the month(s) of [see below]. License/Certificates [SR]
- Report comments
- There was no evidence that monthly fire drills or emergency preparedness drill were conducted for the months of May and June. The facility needs to conduct two additional drills this month to make-up for the missing drills.
- Correction status
- Due by July 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 50 - Fire Drills/Emergency Procedures Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 50-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- 4.1, Handbook: 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.See the Supplemental Inspection Sheet for staff who did not begin the training within 90 days of employment. Staff Requirement [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of this inspection, it was noted that a staff person hired on 1/16/2023 had not begun the 40-hour training within 90 days of employment in the childcare industry.
- Correction status
- Due by July 12, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 03-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 3.9.1(B), Handbook:Employees, volunteers, and substitutes, while working in the food preparation area, must wear proper head covering, such as a hair net or hat. A staff member was observed without proper head covering. Food Service/Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the walk through it was observed that staff serving lunch in the classrooms were not wearing proper head covering. Staff was told to obtain a hair net from the kitchen and hair nets were obtained and used. It was strongly recommended that each classroom along with the supply of gloves that they have available to them be issued a supply of hair nets to be used when serving food.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Food Protection and Service Group: Secs. 7-7.09 and 7-7.11, Ordinance, and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 35-15
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 7.1, Handbook:The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certificate of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681 from the custodial parent or guardian.An up-to-date and age-appropriate immunization record was not current for the children listed on the Supplemental Inspection Sheet. Childrens Records [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of this inspection, it was noted that there were four children without current immunization records.
- Correction status
- Due by July 11, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Health Examinations/Health Maintenance Group: Sec. 7-8.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 39-03
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 2.5.2(D) and (E), Handbook: Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, the driver of the vehicle must mark each child off the log as the child departs the vehicle; conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle interior to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and record, sign, and date the transportation log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the visual sweep was conducted, and ensure that a second staff member signs and dates the transportation log verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the log is completeUpon arrival at the destination by vehicle, a second and different staff member must conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and sign, date and record the transportation log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the log is complete. Procedures were not followed in that [see below]. (Section 6.2, number 3) Transportation [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection it was noted that there was no second signature last week or this week on the transportation logs. Provide a transportation log for 02/03/2023 and 02/06/2023 showing that a second person has conducted a sweep of vehicle and has signed the transportion log. LICENSE/CERTIFICATES
- Correction status
- Due by February 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 46 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-9, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-9, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 6 Transportation, Page
- Official code
- 46-08
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- 3.8.4(A) and (C), Handbook:During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care.The operator must maintain a written record of the fire drills showing the date, number of children and staff in attendance, evacuation route used, and time taken for all individuals to evacuate the premises. Each fire drill record must be maintained for a minimum of two years from the date of the fire drill.Documentation of conducted fire and emergency preparedness drills must be available at the time of inspection.3.8.5(D), Handbook: There was no documentation available to show that monthly fire drills have been completed for the month(s) of [see below]. (Section 14.3, numbers 1 and 2) License/Certificates [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of this inspection it was noted that there was not reocrd of the facility having conducted fire drills for the months of November, December and Januariy. The missed drills need to be completed by the deadline given.
- Correction status
- Due by February 17, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 50 - Fire Drills/Emergency Procedures Group: DCF Handbook DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 32-34)
- Official code
- 50-01
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
What steps does the center take to ensure that cleaning supplies and other hazardous materials are always stored securely and out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that inspectors identified instances where hazardous materials were accessible to children. Asking about current storage protocols helps clarify how the facility maintains a secure environment for all children.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
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Finding-specific
How does the staff manage and verify attendance throughout the day to ensure every child is accounted for at all times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted challenges with maintaining accurate attendance rosters and headcounts. This question allows the director to explain the current system for tracking children as they move between classrooms or activities.
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Finding-specific
Could you describe the safety procedures followed during transportation, specifically regarding the required visual sweeps and log documentation?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that past inspections identified gaps in transportation documentation and vehicle safety checks. This question provides an opportunity to learn about the current safety protocols for children being transported.
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Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that sleep areas, such as cribs and nap mats, are set up according to safety guidelines?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted concerns regarding appropriate bedding and spacing for napping areas. Asking about this helps parents understand the center's commitment to maintaining a safe and comfortable rest environment.
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Finding-specific
What is the center's current process for verifying that all staff members have completed their required training and have the necessary documentation on file?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show repeated instances where staff training documentation or educational requirements were not fully up to date. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks and maintains compliance with professional development standards.
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