3.8.2 (A), Handbook: Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. The facility has not been inspected and approved by the local fire department as required.
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Provider has a current but unapproved fire inspection Last fire INSPECTION 12/30/2025 Last EXTINGUISHER service 02/2025
Correction status
Due by July 27, 2026
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TRANSPORTATION - 47 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: DCF Handbook
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.
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At the time of reinspection, the director does not meet the minimum qualifications. The credential expired on 06/16/2025. A provisional license may be issued.
Correction status
Due by December 18, 2025
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TRAINING - 02 - Education Requirements Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
3.9.5(B), Handbook: Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily. 3.9.6(B), Handbook: The provider must make sure all formula and food brought from home are labeled with the childs first and last name. The provider is responsible for the label; therefore, if the label is not completed by the parent, the facility staff must put the label on when the formula or food is received. Bottles, sippy cups or food were not labeled and/or stored properly.
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed [26] bottles/cups from home that were not individually labeled with the child's first and last name and [12] bottles/cups from home that were not properly labeled to include last name. Provider resolved at the time of inspection by applying full names to bottles/sippy cups. Technical assistance CCF Handbook Section 3.9.5(B) "Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily."
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 34 - Feeding Procedure/Seating Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
34-03
Higher concern: Transportation
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3.8.4(A) and (C), Handbook: During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, 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 child care personnel 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 12 months from the date of the fire drill. There was no documentation available to show that monthly fire drills have been completed for the month(s) of [July, November, January, February, March, and April].
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At the time of inspection, provider did not have documentation that fire drills utilizing the alarm system approved by the local fire authority had been conducted monthly during the licensure year. Drills were not documented for July and November 2024 or January, March, and April of 2025. December's fire drill was substituted for a lockdown drill based on records. Another lockdown drill was completed in February instead of the required fire drill. A drill is pending for the month of May. Per provider drill will be conducted on 05/31/2025. Last documented fire drill 09/20/2024 Last documented fire drill done using an alternate evacuation route 06/04/2024 Last fire drill done d ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by June 6, 2025
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TRANSPORTATION - 48 - Fire Drills/Emergency Procedures Group: DCF Handbook
Sec. 7-11.10(c), Ordinance: A completed application for renewal of a license must be submitted to the local licensing agency at least 45 days prior to the expiration date of the current license to ensure that a lapse in licensure does not occur. The facility failed to submit a complete renewal application 45 days prior to the license expiration.
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of inspection, the Department is not in receipt of a completed renewal application. A late fee may be assessed. The providers license expires on 06/30/2025. All area of this report that fail to comply must be corrected by 06/06/2025 or the renewal license may be denied.
7.4.1(A), Handbook: Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C-22.001(8)(b), F.A.C. A complete CF-FSP Form 5131 was not on file for all employees.
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At the time of previous inspection, no personnel files contained the completed Form 5131. At the time of reinspection, [5] personnel files are missing Form 5131. Technical assistance is given regarding complete and accurate forms. It is noted that the Clearinghouse Roster has been updated and missing background screenings have been provided
Correction status
Due by November 10, 2024
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PERSONNEL - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-29, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
5.1(A), Handbook: A screening must be conducted as a condition of employment. Level 2 screening as outlined in s. 435.04, F.S., is required for all child care personnel and includes a criminal records check (both national and statewide), a sexual predator and sexual offender registry search, and child abuse and neglect history of any state in which an individual resided during the preceding 5 years. See the Supplemental Inspection Sheet for the name(s) of staff whose background screening results are not on file.
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of inspection, [3] personnel files did not have proof of background screening.
Correction status
Due by September 22, 2024
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PERSONNEL - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-4, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
Official code
01-01
Higher concern: Background screening
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5.1(K), Handbook: The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employment termination.The Clearinghouse roster was not updated.
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of inspection, licensing monitor did not observe proof of an updated Clearinghouse Roster
Correction status
Due by September 30, 2024
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PERSONNEL - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-4, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
Official code
01-11
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
7.4.1(A), Handbook: Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C-22.001(8)(b), F.A.C.
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At the time of inspection. personnel files reviewed did not contain a completed Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements form. Per provider, no personnel files contain this form.
Correction status
Due by September 30, 2024
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PERSONNEL - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-4, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
Official code
01-18
Medium concern: Health or food records
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3.9.5(C), Handbook: Food must not be served to children at more than 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Allow time for food to cool before serving to children that does not exceed 15 minutes.Food was served at an improper temperature.
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed pizza being served that sat for 15 minutes or more before being served.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 35 - Food Protection and Service Group: Secs. 7-7.09 and 7-7.11, Ordinance, and DCF Handbook
Sec. 7-5.02(f)(3)(a), Ordinance: In areas in which play equipment is used and the equipment has a climbing height of greater than eighteen (18) inches but does not exceed thirty-six (36) inches, there shall be a shock absorbent floor covering approved by the local licensing agency. The shock-absorbent floor covering shall extend a minimum of two (2) feet beyond all sides of the equipment. Sec. 7- 5.02(f)(3)(b), Ordinance: In areas in which play equipment is used and the equipment has a climbing height of greater than thirty-six (36) inches, there shall be a shock absorbent mat or floor covering approved by the local licensing agency. The placing of equipment against the wall is permissible. The shock-absorbent floor covering shall extend a minimum of three (3) feet beyond all sides of the equipment.There was no/inadequate protective surface under the [loft structure in the toddler room.].
Inspector notes
At previous inspection, licensing monitor observed an indoor climber/loft structure in the toddler classroom that did not have shock absorbent floor covering. At the time of reinspection, per provider, the structure does not have shock absorbent floor covering. This standard was out of compliance on 05/16/2024. This standard continues to be out of compliance; therefore a Notice of Violation is issued. NOTE: The language above for Sec. 7-5.02(f)(3)(b) has been revised per Ordinance No. 2023-43, enacted on 04/01/24, as provided for below. The software format for inspection reports is in the process of being updated to include additional areas of noncompliance described in Chapt ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by June 20, 2024
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 19 - Equipment and Furnishings Group: Sec. 7-5.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Sec. 7-5.02(f)(3)(a), Ordinance: In areas in which play equipment is used and the equipment has a climbing height of greater than eighteen (18) inches but does not exceed thirty-six (36) inches, there shall be a shock absorbent floor covering approved by the local licensing agency. The shock-absorbent floor covering shall extend a minimum of two (2) feet beyond all sides of the equipment. Sec. 7- 5.02(f)(3)(b), Ordinance: In areas in which play equipment is used and the equipment has a climbing height of greater than thirty-six (36) inches, there shall be a shock absorbent mat or floor covering approved by the local licensing agency. The placing of equipment against the wall is permissible. The shock-absorbent floor covering shall extend a minimum of three (3) feet beyond all sides of the equipment.There was no/inadequate protective surface under the [loft structure in the toddler room].
Inspector notes
At time of inspection, licensing monitor observed a climber/loft structure in the toddler classroom that did not have shock absorbent floor covering. NOTE: The language above for Sec. 7-5.02(f)(3)(b) has been revised per Ordinance No. 2023-43, enacted on 04/01/24, as provided for below. The software format for inspection reports is in the process of being updated to include additional areas of noncompliance described in Chapter 7, Child Care Ordinance, and Rule 65C-22, Florida Administrative Code, as further described herein. Section 7-36(a)(2)(b). Ordinance: In areas in which play equipment is used and the equipment has a climbing height of greater than 36 inches, there shal ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 31, 2024
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 19 - Equipment and Furnishings Group: Sec. 7-5.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
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.
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[2] personnel have not completed required introductory training requirement. [1] personnel had not begun introductory training requirements within 90 days of beginning in the child care industry Provider resolved by transitioning personnel from "Child Care Personnel" to "other personnel"
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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TRAINING - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
3.9.1(A)(7), Handbook: The food preparation area must include a separate handwashing station with hot running water, a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The handwashing station must include a sink with running water and drainage, soap, trash can, and disposable towels or hand-drying machines that are properly installed and maintained. A handwashing sink shall not be used for any purpose other than handwashing. Handwashing stations must include posted signs visible to employees and children, demonstrating proper handwashing technique. Portable sinks may not be used for dishwashing or food preparation. If a portable sink is used for handwashing in the food preparation area, hot water must be provided.The handwashing area was noncompliant because [Hot Water].
Inspector notes
The food preparation area was observed to not have hot running water.
Correction status
Due by January 20, 2023
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 35 - Food Protection and Service Group: Secs. 7-7.09 and 7-7.11, Ordinance, and DCF Handbook
Official code
35-13
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 explain the current process for ensuring all required fire safety inspections are up to date and on file?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that a recent inspection identified a need for an approved annual fire inspection report to be on file. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the facility manages these regulatory requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that monthly fire drills are consistently conducted and documented for all staff and children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records indicate that documentation for monthly fire drills has been a topic of discussion in past reports. This question allows the director to explain the current system for tracking and recording these important safety exercises.
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Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure all staff members have their required background screening documentation complete and readily available?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from previous inspections noted instances where background screening documentation was missing or incomplete. This question helps parents understand how the facility currently maintains and verifies staff personnel files.
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Finding-specific
What is the current process for ensuring that all play equipment in the classrooms meets safety standards, such as having the appropriate protective surfacing?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report previously identified a need for shock-absorbent flooring under indoor climbing structures. Asking about this helps parents learn how the center monitors and maintains its play equipment for the children.
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Finding-specific
How do you approach ongoing staff training and ensure that all new hires meet their required introductory training milestones on time?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available records show past findings related to staff training requirements. This question provides insight into how the leadership team supports staff development and tracks compliance with training schedules.