Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.29
- Local median
- 0.5
CITY OF HOLLYWOOD AT KAY GAITHER COMMUNITY CENTER
6291 Funston St, Hollywood, FL 33023
- License:
- C17BO0588
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- After School, Food Served, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 2:01PM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 73
- License expiration:
- June 30, 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.
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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 2, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJanuary 15, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 21 available inspections for CITY OF HOLLYWOOD AT KAY GAITHER COMMUNITY CENTER from January 26, 2023 through June 2, 2026.
12 inspections recorded violations, with 27 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 2, 2026 and involved transportation.
That higher-concern topic showed up in nine inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 21
- Recorded violations
- 27
- Higher-concern violations
- 18
- Repeated topics
- 3
5 in last 12 months
8 in last 12 months
7 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
21 total inspections vs 14 local median in 33023
Compared to 33 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 43%
- Local median
- 17%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 57%
- Local median
- 30%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 3
- Local average
- 1.67
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Transportation
Appeared across 9 inspections, with 17 recorded violations.
January 12, 2024May 9, 2024May 20, 2024September 18, 2024January 17, 2025May 8, 2025September 25, 2025May 27, 2026June 2, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
May 20, 2024September 18, 2024October 29, 2024Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
September 20, 2023September 18, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 3.8.4(C), Handbook: A current attendance record and parent contact information must accompany child care personnel out of the building during a drill or actual evacuation, and be used to account for all children. Child care personnel failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during a fire drill, emergency preparedness drill or an actual emergency.
- Correction / follow-up note
- During todays drill one staff member in charge of supervising the kindergarten/first grade students, failed to bring out the attendance record. This area was corrected at the time of the inspection, and provider was informed about this requirement. Unrelated to the statement above, a fire drill was conducted today in the presence of the assigned childcare licensing specialist. The program used the alternate route and took 1 minute and 3 seconds to evacuate the premises. This drill was conducted to bring into compliance the item cited on the previous inspection. Per providers statement, the alarm system was under repair therefore it could not be used for todays drill. Moving f ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 48 - Fire Drills/Emergency Procedures Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 48-03
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- 2.7(A-C), Handbook: Parents/guardians must be advised in advance of each field trip activity. The date, time, and location of the field trip must be posted in an easily seen location at least two working days prior to each field trip. Written parental permission must be obtained in the form of a general or event-specific permission slip. Parental permission was not obtained prior to field trip activity.
- Report comments
- Upon arriving to the center, the program administrator stated that children have not been attending this center but instead were transported to another location called Boulevard Heights Community Center. Provider was asked if a written permission was obtained by the parents and provider said no. Per providers statement, children were not allowed to be at the premises due to air conditioning repairs, and children were expected to return to the facility on 5/28/26.
- Correction status
- Due by May 27, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Field Trip Notification/Permission Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 41-01
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 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. During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care.
- Report comments
- There was no evidence on file that a fire or emergency drill was conducted for the month of April. Provider would need to make up this drill to bring this area back into compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by June 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 48 - Fire Drills/Emergency Procedures Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 48-01
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 3.8.5(C) and (D), Handbook: The operator must maintain and post in an easily seen location a written record of emergency preparedness drills showing the type of drill, date conducted, number of children and child care personnel in attendance, and time taken for all individuals to complete the drill. Documentation of conducted fire and emergency preparedness drills must be available at the time of inspection. The facilitys record of emergency drills was not posted or available for review.
- Report comments
- Upon revising the fire log, there was no record of a drill being conducted for the month of April 2026. Please conduct a makeup drill for the month of April and ensure to conduct a drill for the month of May.
- Correction status
- Due by June 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 48 - Fire Drills/Emergency Procedures Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 48-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 2.5.4(D), Handbook: All child care facilities must comply with the insurance requirements found in Section 316.615(4), FS. Sec. 316.615(4), FS: All school buses and all motor vehicles covered by subsections (1) and (2) must be covered by single limits liability insurance to protect pupils being transported, in the following amounts: $5,000 multiplied by the rated seating capacity of the vehicle, or $100,000, whichever is greater. There was no verification of current minimum coverage.
- Correction / follow-up note
- There was no proof of current vehicle insurance on file for the (Maria Gamboa Bus, Inc) Leasing Company.
- Correction status
- Due by October 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 43 - Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes
- Official code
- 43-03
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 3.8.2(B) and (C), Handbook: Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times. A fire extinguisher must be present in vehicles used to transport children and areas where food is prepared. The facility did not have a fire extinguisher with a current inspection in vehicles used to transport children.
- Report comments
- The leasing company vehicle (Maria Gamboa Bus, Inc) did not have a fire extinguisher with a current inspection in vehicles used to transport children.
- Correction status
- Due by October 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 43 - Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes
- Official code
- 43-08
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 2.5.1(B), Handbook: The driver of any vehicle used by a child care program to provide transportation must have an annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive. The driver(s) did not have an annual physical on file.
- Correction / follow-up note
- The driver for the leasing company (Maria Gamboa Bus, Inc) did not have proof of a current annual physical on file.
- Correction status
- Due by October 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 44 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 44-02
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 4.2.6, Handbook: All child care personnel participating in the transportation of children must have training regarding guidance on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. For child care personnel to satisfy this requirement the training must be accomplished through the Departments Transportation Safety course or the Early Learning Floridas Precautions in Transporting Children course. Documentation of training must be maintained on the training transcript in the child care personnel file. The facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children.
- Correction / follow-up note
- The facility's leasing company (Maria Gamboa Bus, Inc) did not have documented proof that the driver participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. LICENSE/CERTIFICATES
- Correction status
- Due by October 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 44 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 44-12
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 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.
- Report comments
- The facility has not been inspected and approved by the local fire department as required ( posted fire inspection was conducted on 3/14/2024).
- Correction status
- Due by June 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 47 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 47-01
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 2.5.4(A), Handbook: All vehicles regularly used to transport children must be inspected annually by a mechanic to ensure that they are in proper working order. Documentation by the mechanic must be maintained in the vehicle. Provider did not obtain inspection by a qualified, certified mechanic and retain documentation in the vehicle.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Provider (Leasing company) did not obtain inspection by a qualified, certified mechanic and retain documentation in the vehicle.
- Correction status
- Due by February 14, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 43 - Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes
- Official code
- 43-02
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 2.5.1(B), Handbook: The driver of any vehicle used by a child care program to provide transportation must have valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures. The facilitys driver did not have the certificate(s) of course completion for first aid and CPR.
- Report comments
- The facilitys driver (leasing company) did not have the certificate(s) of course completion for first aid and CPR. LICENSE/CERTIFICATES CITY OF HOLLYWOOD AT KAY GAITHER COMMUNITY CENTER C17BO0588 / 46455 6291 Funston St Hollywood FL 33023 Routine2 01/17/2025 Page 3 of 4
- Correction status
- Due by January 31, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 44 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 44-10
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- 3.5(F), Handbook: The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level, and be free from erosion or build-up to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the buildings. If an outdoor play area was approved for usage by the Department prior to October 25, 2017, no new exits are required to be added to meet this standard. However, if outdoor play area fencing is changed then the standard would apply and two exits must be provided. The facilitys fencing was inadequate in that [the wooden fence boarding the playgorund is in disrepair].
- Report comments
- At a technical assistance visit on 06/10/2024, QAS advised provider that in order to use the basketball court in addition to their primary play area, the following would need to be completed: -Wooden fence bordering outdoor space would need to be repaired -Broken wooden table would need to be removed -Ground between building and basketball court creates a trip hazard that needs to be removed At the time of previous inspection, provider was utilizing the basketball court. At the time of reinspection, these repairs have not been completed and, per provider basketball court is still in use. The item continues to be out of compliance; therefore, a Notice of Violation is issued It ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 7, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Outdoor Play Space Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 21-11
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.
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, [1] personnel had an expired No.8 form Standard cited above is incorrect. Non-compliance is being issued for violation of 7-32, Ordinance
- Correction status
- Due by October 19, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-4.05, Ordinance
- Official code
- 05-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- 3.5(A), Handbook: The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards.The following hazard was observed in the outdoor play space [litter, exterior wall unclean/unsanitary].
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed litter on the basketball court and several unidentified stains and splatters on the building walls. CITY OF HOLLYWOOD AT KAY GAITHER COMMUNITY CENTER C17BO0588 / 46455 6291 Funston St Hollywood FL 33023 Routine1 09/18/2024 Page 2 of 6
- Correction status
- Due by October 19, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Outdoor Play Space Group: Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 23-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- 3.5.1(D), Handbook: The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level, and be free from erosion or build-up to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the buildings. If an outdoor play area was approved for usage by the Department prior to the effective date of this rule, no new exits are required to be added to meet this standard. However, if outdoor play area fencing is changed then the standard would apply and two exits must be provided. The facilitys fencing was inadequate in that [the wooden fence boarding the playground is in disrepair].
- Report comments
- At technical assistance visit on 06/10/2024, QAS advised provider that in order to use the basketball court in addition to their primary play area the following would need to be completed: -Wooden fence bordering outdoor space would need to be repaired -Broken wooden table would need to be removed -Ground between building and basketball court creates a trip hazard that needs to be removed At the time of inspection, provider is utilizing the basketball court
- Correction status
- Due by September 29, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Outdoor Play Space Group: Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 23-12
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- 6.2(C), Handbook: Each kit must be kept in a closed container and labeled First Aid and must, at a minimum, include: liquid Soap and/or hand sanitizer (to be used with supervision if hands are not visibly soiled and if no water is present); adhesive bandages; disposable, non-porous gloves; cotton balls or applicators; sterile gauze pads or rolls; adhesive tape; digital thermometer; tweezers; pre- moistened wipes; scissors; bottled water (for cleaning wounds or eyes); and current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures..The facilitys supplies did not include [cotton swabs or balls, soap, and thermometer].
- Report comments
- AT the time of inspection, first aid kits for facility and vehicle were missing items. First aid kits also contained inappropriate ointments and medications. Provider resolved by adding missing items and removing restricted items
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 30 - First Aid Supplies Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 30-02
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-9(d), Ordinance: Documentation demonstrating proof of compliance with the requirements of this section shall be maintained on file at the child care facility for inspection by the licensing agency.The facility did not have documentation that the leasing company being used meets the necessary requirements.
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, transportation services are provided by Maria Gamboa Bus, Inc. Bus and driver delivered to transport children are missing the following documentation: -Driver physical -Vehicle inspection (VIN 182953) -Child Safety Alarm LICENSE/CERTIFICATES
- Correction status
- Due by September 29, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 46 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-9, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 46-05
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-5.03(e), Ordinance: There shall be a minimum of six (6) inches of resilient, impact resistant material such as sand, mulch, grass, etc., under all permanently installed equipment unless approved rubber padding is used.The six (6) inch resilient, impact material shall not be on top of a non-yielding surface for facilities licensed after the date this Ordinance is adopted. Non-yielding surfaces, such as concrete, gravel, rock, or paving shall not exceed one-fourth (1/4) of the required outdoor play space.3.12(D), Handbook: Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a minimum of 6 inches in depth of loose ground cover (such as but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) or other shock absorbing protective surface under the equipment and within the fall zone that provides resilience, and is maintained to reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the fall zone area. The playground surface was insufficient.
- Inspector notes
- Licensing monitor observed the resilient surface under play structure to be peeling in multiple areas. The basketball court contained litter (used wipes, water bottles, Gatorade bottles and other trash.) Per provider, program will likely utilize small playground and basketball court. Provider will schedule with QA to measure intended outdoor space. Field adjacent to basketball court may be fenced off, otherwise Provider may be responsible for degrading wooden gate surrounding far end of facility.
- Correction status
- Due by June 10, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Outdoor Play Space Group: Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 23-06
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 2.5.4(A), Handbook: All vehicles regularly used to transport children must be inspected annually by a mechanic to ensure that they are in proper working order. Documentation by the mechanic must be maintained in the vehicle. Obtain inspection by a qualified, certified mechanic and retain documentation in the vehicle.
- Correction / follow-up note
- At previous inspection, a van utilized by provider did not have verification of vehicle inspection Vehicle INSPECTION observed on site is for different bus [No 12135] Vehicle INSPECTION required for Bus [2832] This standard was out of compliance on 05/09/2024. This standard continues to be out of compliance, therefore a Notice of Violation will be issued. At time of reinspection, Provider is not authorized to provide transportation services with Maria Gamboa Bus, Inc. until all requirements have been met.
- Correction status
- Due by June 10, 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
- 45-01
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- Section 7-9(c)(1-5), Ordinance:Effective July 1, 2013, any vehicle designed or used to transport six (6) or more passengers and one (1) driver must have a child safety alarm device installed. The alarm device must be designed to automatically activate when the vehicle's ignition is turned on. Alarm devices that are activated manually are prohibited; the alarm device must be designed so that the vehicle horn, siren, or other type of audible alarm will sound within one (1) minute if the driver, or a child care facility staff member, does not go to the rear or back seat of the vehicle, or, in the case of a passenger van, does not open the side entry door of the vehicle, to manually shut off the alarm prior to leaving the vehicle. The alarm must be audible from a distance of five hundred (500) feet from the vehicle; the alarm device must be installed so that the driver, or a child care facility staff member, is able to observe the rearmost seats of the vehicle and reach the switch that turns off the alarm prior to leaving the vehicle. The driver, or a child care facility staff member, must physically inspect each seat before turning off the alarm and leaving the vehicle; the alarm device must be installed by any certified technician or mechanic employed by an electronics or automotive business in accordance with the device manufacturer's recommendations. The child safety alarm was tested and found to be not working in that [the alarm did not trigger properly with an audible alarm sound].The facility shall provide a written plan of correction outlining steps to be taken to ensure the safety of children while being transported.
- Correction / follow-up note
- At previous inspection, [1] vehicle was observed to be out of compliance. At the time of reinspection the following bus was observed with a child safety alarm not working properly. Transportation provided by Maria Gamboa Bus, Inc Bus [No 2832] Liability insurance exp 04/10/2025 Safety alarm not working properly. Provider resolved by providing evidence of properly functioning child safety alarm. Transportation provided by City of Hollywood Van [VIN 371865] in compliance Van [VIN 371642] has been removed from service by provider At time of reinspection, Provider IS authorized to provide transportation services with City of Hollywood van (VIN 371865] only.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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
- 45-10
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 2.5.1(B), Handbook:The driver of any vehicle used by a child care program to provide transportation must have valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures.The facilitys driver did not have the certificate(s) of course completion for first aid and infant and child CPR.
- Correction / follow-up note
- At previous inspection, [2] drivers were out of compliance and without files to review. At the time of inspection, driver does not have proof of CPR Driver Physical exp 02/19/2025 This standard was out of compliance on 05/09/2024. This standard continues to be out of compliance, therefore a Notice of Violation will be issued. At the time of reinspection, provider is not authorized to provide transportation services with Maria Gamboa Bus, Inc. until requirements have been met. LICENSE/CERTIFICATES
- Correction status
- Due by June 10, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 46 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-9, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 46-10
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 2.5.4(A), Handbook: All vehicles regularly used to transport children must be inspected annually by a mechanic to ensure that they are in proper working order. Documentation by the mechanic must be maintained in the vehicle. Obtain inspection by a qualified, certified mechanic and retain documentation in the vehicle.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed transportation services rendered with [2] vehicles (Van) [1] vehicle (VIN 371642) was out of compliance as follows -No documentation of vehicle inspection -No fire extinguisher in vehicle [1] vehicle (VIN 371865) in compliance as follows: Insurance exp 10/01/2024 Last vehicle inspection 01/16/2024 *The extinguisher in this vehicle needs to be serviced or replaced and properly mounted
- Correction status
- Due by May 13, 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
- 45-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- 2.5.1(B), Handbook:The driver of any vehicle used by a child care program to provide transportation must have valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures.The facilitys driver did not have the certificate(s) of course completion for first aid and infant and child CPR.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing monitor observed [2] drivers transporting children at the time of inspection. The following documentation was not available for review for either driver: -Proof of CPR/First Aid training -Proof of background screening -Driver's medical examination -Proof of transportation safety training -Copy of driver's license Provider resolved by removing individuals from transportation services and replacing with personnel that have complete requirements for review. LICENSE/CERTIFICATES
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 46 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-9, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 46-10
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 2.5.4(A), Handbook: All vehicles regularly used to transport children must be inspected annually by a mechanic to ensure that they are in proper working order. Documentation by the mechanic must be maintained in the vehicle. Obtain inspection by a qualified, certified mechanic and retain documentation in the vehicle.
- Inspector notes
- Vehicle (VIN 371868) is observed to have an expired vehicle inspection Last vehicle inspection 01/09/2023
- Correction status
- Due by January 22, 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
- 45-01
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 2.5.1(B), Handbook:The driver of any vehicle used by a child care program to provide transportation must have valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures.The facilitys driver did not have the certificate(s) of course completion for first aid and infant and child CPR.
- Inspector notes
- Licensing authority observed [1] driver without CPR/First Aid Certification. Driver has not completed required transportation training. LICENSE/CERTIFICATES
- Correction status
- Due by January 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 46 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-9, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 46-10
No recorded violations in this report
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.
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Physician's Statement of Good Health was observed missing for one staff member. See supplemental sheet for additional information.
- Correction status
- Due by September 27, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-4.05, Ordinance
- Official code
- 05-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- 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 ].
- Report comments
- - All damaged belt guides need of replacement. - All damaged van seats need repairing. - All missing air conditioning vents need repairing.
- Correction status
- Due by June 1, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 11-13
No recorded violations in this report
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
Can you walk me through your current process for ensuring that attendance records and emergency contact information are always with staff during drills or evacuations?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that during a recent inspection, staff did not have the required attendance records and contact information present during a fire drill. This question helps confirm that the facility has updated its procedures to ensure this information is always available during emergency situations.
- Context
- This was corrected at the time of the inspection.
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How do you track and document your monthly fire and emergency drills to ensure they are completed on schedule?
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- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show a repeated pattern of missing or incomplete documentation for required monthly fire and emergency drills. Asking this helps parents understand how the center now manages its emergency preparedness schedule to ensure all requirements are met.
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What steps does the center take to verify that any third-party transportation providers maintain current insurance, vehicle inspections, and staff training?
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- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports indicate multiple instances where contracted transportation services lacked required documentation, such as proof of insurance, vehicle inspections, and driver certifications. This question clarifies how the center oversees these vendors to ensure they meet safety standards.
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What is your current plan for maintaining the outdoor play areas, and how do you ensure they remain free of hazards like damaged fencing or litter?
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- Why ask this
- Public records from recent inspections note concerns regarding the condition of outdoor play spaces, including damaged fencing and the presence of litter. This question allows the center to explain their current maintenance routine for keeping play areas safe and clean for children.
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How do you ensure that all staff members have their required health assessments and medical documentation on file and up to date?
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- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that at times, staff health assessment forms were missing or expired. This question helps parents understand the center's administrative process for keeping personnel files compliant with health requirements.
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