Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
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Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel.
Correction status
Due by February 23, 2026
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
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One child with expired immunization.
Correction status
Due by July 18, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
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One child with Health Examination not current. Corrected at time of inspection. Facility obtained up to date Health Examination for one child.
The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
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Fire extinguisher not properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely.
Correction status
Due by March 19, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
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2 children with immunization was not acceptable in that the form was not current (expired)
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
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One child with immunization that was not acceptable in that the form was not current but expired.
The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
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One staff has not started the introductory training within 90 days of start of employment.
Correction status
Due by February 24, 2023
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
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 is your current process for tracking and updating staff background screenings to ensure they remain current?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show recent instances where background screening documentation was missing or not completed as required. Asking about the current tracking system helps families understand how the center manages these important personnel requirements.
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Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all staff members, including the director, maintain their required credentials and training certifications?
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Why ask this
Available inspection records indicate that maintaining up-to-date staff credentials and background screenings has been a recurring area of focus. This question allows the director to explain the steps taken to keep these records current for all employees.
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Finding-specific
What system is in place to monitor and update children's immunization and health records before they expire?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection reports show multiple instances over the past few years where immunization or health records for children were found to be expired. Understanding the current process for managing these documents helps parents feel confident that their child's health files are kept up to date.
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Finding-specific
Could you describe your routine for checking safety equipment, such as fire extinguishers, to ensure everything is serviced and tagged on time?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a past inspection noted that a fire extinguisher was not serviced or tagged by the required date. Asking about the maintenance schedule provides insight into how the facility manages its physical environment and safety equipment.
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General question
How do you communicate with families when a child's health or immunization records are nearing their expiration date?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Proactive communication between a center and families is key to ensuring that important health documentation remains current. This question helps parents understand how the center partners with families to keep records accurate.