A refrigerator was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
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During the inspection the refrigerator temperature was reading 60 degrees and was full of food. Technical Assistance from Handbook given: 3.9.2 Food Storage Proper storage of food is essential to prevent food contamination, as well as, insect and rodent infestation. Correct handling and storage of all food is a key component School-Age Child Care Facility Handbook | P a g e 29 in preventing food-borne illnesses. To prevent bacteria growth, cold food must be kept at or below 41 degrees Fahrenheit and hot foods at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. This was fixed at time of inspection by the staff who threw away all the milk and perishable items. During the inspection a staff mem ... [truncated]
Milk and/or food sat out longer than 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the meal. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
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During the inspection Licensing Specialist observed milk in a crate that was sitting on a table and when asked what they were doing with the milk provider stated that it had been delivered today and when asked how long it had been sitting out the provider stated at least 30 minutes. Provider was informed that milk can't sit out for longer than 15 minutes. This was corrected at time of inspection when provider poured out the milk in the sink. Technical Assistance given from handbook: C. Milk and food must not sit out for longer than 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the meal to avoid contamination and spoilage. Food must not be served to children at more than 110 degrees Fa ... [truncated]
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Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
Official code
25-15
Low concern: Administrative posting
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The facility's menu was not [ was not posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, was not written]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
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During the inspection the provider did not have a menu posted. When asked provider stated that the "site lead" is the one who posts the menu, but she is out on leave. Technical Assistance given from the handbook: H. Meal and snack menus must be planned, written, dated, and posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, accessible to the parents/guardians. Any menu substitutions must be noted on the menu. A generalized menu of possible snack choices for programs that receive food donations is acceptable. All meals and snacks prepared outside of the facilitys kitchen or designated food preparation area, such as catered food, must be listed along with the source. ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 8, 2025
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
Official code
26-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
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Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
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During the inspection a staff member listed on the supplemental did not have a file at the center and one was not provided during the inspection. Provider must email employee's file by 04/08/2025. Technical Assistance given from handbook: 7.4 Personnel Records Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include
Supervision of children in the [afterschool ] group was inadequate in that [a child swallowed magnets]. (Section 5, numbers 1 - 17) General Requirements [SR]
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The two teachers in the afterschool program told a child to put the magnets up and even after he didn't the teachers did not take the magnets away and the child swallowed them. Teacher failed to take the child seriously once they were told and teachers failed to notify parents either over the phone or in person at pick up.
Program staff failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. (Section 15.1, number 1) Health Requirements [SR]
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Provider failed to document when accident happened. It was documented once the parent contacted leadership at the YMCA.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Accident/Incident Notification and Documentation (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 15 Emergency Procedures and Notification, Page 35)
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
Could you describe the current training and procedures in place to ensure children are closely supervised at all times?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from February 2024 noted a concern regarding the supervision of children in the afterschool program. This question helps parents understand how the center currently maintains active supervision and keeps children safe.
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Finding-specific
What steps does the staff take to monitor food storage temperatures and ensure that snacks are handled according to safety guidelines?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that food handling and storage practices were identified as a topic in multiple inspections during 2025. Asking about current routines helps families understand how the center ensures food safety for the children.
Context
The center had a clean inspection in April 2025.
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Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that parents are promptly notified and that all necessary documentation is completed if an incident occurs?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from February 2024 mention a finding regarding the documentation of an incident. This question helps parents understand the center's current communication process and record-keeping standards.
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Finding-specific
What is the process for keeping staff personnel records up to date and available for review at the facility?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from April 2025 noted that certain personnel records were not available on-site at that time. This question helps parents understand how the center manages its administrative requirements.
Context
The center had a clean inspection in April 2025.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you keep parents informed about the weekly meal and snack menus?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2025 inspection noted that a menu was not posted as required. This question helps parents understand how the center currently communicates daily routines and nutrition information to families.