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. 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.
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The facility did not have documentation to show that (1) one child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry (Childcare personnel employment date: 1/29/2026).
Correction status
Due by June 12, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
7.4(C), Handbook: CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel. The Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements form was not completed at the time of hire or updated annually. Staff Requirements [SR]
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At the time of inspection, [2] Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements forms were not updated annually.
Correction status
Due by October 12, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-29, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
Official code
01-14
Medium concern: Staff training
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4.2.7 and 4.2.7(D), Handbook: Upon successful completion of the 40-hour introductory training requirements, child care personnel must complete a minimum of 10 clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training annually during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. Sec. 7-30(a)(1), Ordinance: All child care personnel permanently assigned to care for infants must complete four hours of annual in-service training specifically geared to infant care. Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training. Staff Requirements [SR]
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At the time of inspection, licensing monitor did not observe documentation of completed annual in-service training for any personnel. Technical assistance: CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7(B), "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 training records for the previous two fiscal years must also be m ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by October 12, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
03-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
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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.
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At the time of inspection, [1] personnel file contained an expired No.8
Correction status
Due by October 12, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-32, Ordinance
Official code
05-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
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Sec. 7-3(g), Ordinance: The license issued by the local licensing agency must be conspicuously displayed inside the child care facility at all times. The license was not posted.
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At the time of inspection, licensing monitor did not observe the current license conspicuously displayed inside the child care facility. A copy of the license is delivered with the inspection report.
Sec. 7-5.08(b), Ordinance: A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report indicating compliance by a certified fire inspector shall be on file with the licensing agency and must be conspicuously posted.The facility has not been inspected and approved by the local fire department as required. License/Certificates [SR]
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Fire inspection report dated 7/21/2022; A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report indicating compliance by a certified fire inspector shall be on file with the licensing agency and must be conspicuously posted.
Correction status
Due by October 26, 2023
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TRANSPORTATION - 49 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: Sec. 7-5.08, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
3.1(A), Handbook: All child care facilities must be in good repair, free from health and safety hazards. Areas of the facility were found to be in need of repair in the following areas [Read below]. (Section 10, number 1) Facility/Storage [SR]
Inspector notes
During today's inspection it was observed that the outdoor bench by the basketball court is rusted and corroded and in need or removal/replacement.
Correction status
Due by June 14, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
11-13
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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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. (Section 14.2, number 3) License/Certificates [SR]
Inspector notes
During today's inspection all fire extinguishers were observed to have been expired.
Correction status
Due by June 14, 2023
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TRANSPORTATION - 49 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: Sec. 7-5.08, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-5.08, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 32-34)
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 the center ensure that all staff members have their required child abuse and neglect reporting forms updated annually?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a September 2025 inspection indicate that some staff reporting forms were not updated annually as required. This question helps clarify the current process for maintaining these important personnel records.
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Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that all required licenses and permits are always clearly displayed for families to see?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from 2023 and 2025 inspections note instances where required documentation, such as the facility license or fire inspection reports, were not properly posted. This question helps confirm that the center now has a reliable system for keeping these documents visible.
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Finding-specific
Can you walk me through your process for ensuring that all staff members complete their required annual in-service training on time?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2025 and 2026 show multiple instances where documentation for required staff training was missing. Asking about current training tracking helps parents understand how the center ensures staff remain up-to-date on their professional requirements.
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Finding-specific
How do you track and manage the health assessment records for your staff to ensure they are always current?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from September 2025 identified a staff file that lacked a current health statement. This question allows the center to explain their current system for monitoring these health requirements.
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General question
What is your process for conducting regular safety checks of the facility and outdoor play areas?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Regular facility maintenance is essential for keeping the environment in good repair. Asking about these routines helps parents understand how the center proactively identifies and addresses potential maintenance needs.