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]
Inspector notes
Specialist observed 2 staff members do not have current level 2 background screening on file. 5 Background Screening 5.1 Initial Screening A screening must be conducted as a condition of employment. The employer/owner/operator must review each employment application to assess the relevancy of any issue uncovered by the complete background screening, including any arrest, pending criminal charge, or conviction, and must use this information in employment decisions in accordance with state laws. A. 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 ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 22, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Background Screening Documents
The program failed to post the room capacity in each room of the facility. (Section 1, number 1) General Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Counselor could not find a room capacity in any of the rooms observed. Capacity was posted outside the building for the building capacity in total but not the individual areas being utilized for the School Readiness program. This was not resolved at the time of inspection. Counselor is giving the program until 04/01/2024 to post the capacities, take a picture and submit the changes via email submission. 3.4 Licensed Capacity 3.4.1 Licensed Capacity A. The capacity, as calculated by the licensing authority, must be posted in a conspicuous location within each room.
During the programs contract year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [Facility had a fire drill log dated for the following dates only where they practiced emergency preparedness: 3/8/18, 08/16/2021, 09/07/2021, 10/19/2021, 11/3/2021,11/10/2021, 2/7/22, 2/16/22,3/13/2022, 6/14 with no year and 9/15 with no year.]. (Section 14.3, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed the Fire Drill and Emergency Preparedness Documentation log. There were no documentation of a fire drill being conducted for the 2024 year (in any month). No inclement weather drill was documented and no imminent threat such as Lockdown was conducted and documented for the 2024 year. 3.8 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness To ensure the safety of children in care, facilities are required to receive yearly fire inspections by a certified fire inspector and they must perform monthly drills/exercises to practice fire, inclement weather and lockdown procedures. Frequent practice of emergency procedures will facilitate a calm and competent reaction in respons ... [truncated]
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Due by April 1, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 22 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 31-33)
Official code
22-05
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The program did not have documentation of staffs completion of required training on one of the accepted training transcripts in that [there was no complete file for 4 new personnel.]. (Section 18.4) Training [SR]
Report comments
Counselor had reviewed 19 active personnel records. Four new employees had no files available to review. Training information was not provided for review. This was not completed at the time of inspection.
Correction status
Due by April 1, 2024
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TRAINING - 27 - Training Requirements (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 38-41)
Official code
27-01
Medium concern: Incident records
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Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [parent or guardians signature, date and time received.]. (Section 15.1, number 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed 19 Accident/Incident Notification Documentations. 14 of those notifications were missing the date, time and signature of the parent or guardian. This was resolved at the time of inspection as the staff were getting parents to sign at pick up time. 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification A. All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the child is in care must be documented on the same day they occur. B. This documentation must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on the date of occurrence. C. Documentation must include the name of the affected party, date an ... [truncated]
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Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Accident/Incident Notification and Documentation (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 15 Emergency Procedures and Notification, Pages 33-34)
Official code
32-06
Higher concern: Background screening
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Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the program and available for review by the inspection authority. (Section 19.4) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Counselor reviewed Personnel Records for 19 staff members. Four more staff had no records or documentation at the facility for the counselor to add. This was not resolved at the time of inspection. 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: A. A complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to section 402.3055(1)(b), F.S. B. Documentation of position and date of employment. C. A signed CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse &Neglect Reporting Requirements form. CF-FSP Form 533 ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 1, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 37 - Personnel Records (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 19.4 Record Keeping/Personnel Records, Pages 43-44)
Official code
37-01
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Documentation of completed Background Screening and personnel file requirements was not on file for the operator, program personnel, volunteers or substitutes. (Section 19.5, number 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Counselor reviewed all 19 Personnel Records. There were 4 additional staff members that needed to be added but there were no documents or files to review. Documentation was not available. Counselor was unable to review background and screening. This was not resolved at the time of inspection. 7.4.1 Background Screening Documents Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review.
Correction status
Due by April 1, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 19.5 Record Keeping/Background Screening, Pages 44-45)
Official code
38-01
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 maintaining and verifying staff background screening documentation?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that an inspection in May 2025 identified missing documentation for staff background screenings. This question helps clarify how the center ensures all personnel records are kept current and compliant with state requirements.
Context
A later inspection in May 2026 did not identify this issue.
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Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all required personnel files and training records are kept on-site and ready for review?
Why ask this
Why ask this
The available inspection records show that documentation regarding personnel files and background screenings was missing during multiple visits in 2024 and 2025. Asking about current record-keeping practices provides insight into how the center manages these administrative requirements today.
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Finding-specific
Could you describe your current schedule and process for conducting and documenting emergency drills, such as fire and lockdown drills?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from 2024 noted that emergency preparedness drills were not being documented as required. This question helps parents understand how the center currently tracks and practices these essential safety procedures.
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Finding-specific
What is your process for documenting and communicating accidents or incidents to parents to ensure all necessary details are captured?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate that a previous inspection found some incident reports were missing required signatures or dates. This question allows the center to explain how they currently handle documentation to keep families informed.
Context
The issue was noted as resolved at the time of the 2024 inspection.
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Finding-specific
How do you handle staff onboarding to ensure all new employees are fully trained and have their records completed before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available records from a 2024 inspection identified that training documentation was not available for new staff members. This question helps families understand the center's current approach to staff preparation and record maintenance.