Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Refer to the supplemental for the staff who had not completed the required training in order for continued work in the program. Staff will need to complete training and copy of completed training is to be provided to the specialist for corrective action. 3 Training Requirements Training requirements of this section do not apply to child care personnel who do not work directly with children, such as cooks, bookkeepers, and janitors who are considered other personnel. Training is required for other personnel if they at any time fill in for classroom child care personnel and are in direct care of children. 3.1 Preservice Child care personnel must successfully complete the preser ... [truncated]
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Due by May 31, 2026
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-07
Low concern: Recordkeeping
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The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Refer to the supplemental for the staff members who did not have a current form on file. Staff will need to sign new form and provide the specialist with copy of current form. 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: 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. Specialist observed 9 new staff added to the program sinc ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 31, 2026
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RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Personnel Records
Official code
43-04
Higher concern: Background screening
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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]
Correction / follow-up note
Refer to the supplemental for the staff who did not have cleared screening on file during onsite visit. Program will need to obtain cleared screening for the staff members and provide a copy to the specialist for corrective action. 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. A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Cleari ... [truncated]
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Background Screening Documents
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 [for the months of: August 2024, September 2024, October 2024, November 2024, December 2024, January 2025, February 2025, March 2025, April 2025.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
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Licensing Specialist asked the Provider for her Fire Drill log. Provider was honest and stated she has not conducted monthly drills at various dates or times when the children were in care, Licensing Specialist offered the provider assistance and training. Provider will set up a date in which training can be provided. 3.8.4 Fire Drills A. 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.
Correction status
Due by May 26, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-06
Medium concern: Staff training
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Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist reviewed all active Personnel Records. Licensing Specialist observed 16 childcare personnel have not completed the preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. 3.1 Preservice Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another School ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by June 23, 2025
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-07
Higher concern: Background screening
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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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Licensing Specialist reviewed all 23 Personnel records. One personnel record was missing a Level II Clearinghouse screening clearance, (L.H.). 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. 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 o ... [truncated]
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Due by May 26, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
44-02
Higher concern: Background screening
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Background screening was not completed: [ every five years after the initial screening.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
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Licensing Specialist reviewed all Personnel Records. One childcare personnel have expired prints of: 9/4/24, (K.H.). 5.2 Re-Screening A screening conducted under this rule is valid for five years, at which time a re-screen must be conducted in the same manner as the initial screening.
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Due by May 19, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Background Screening Documents
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 steps does the center take to ensure all staff members have their required background screenings current and on file?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that an inspection in April 2026 identified instances where required background screening documentation was missing for personnel. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center maintains these records and ensures compliance for all staff.
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Finding-specific
How does the center track and verify that all staff complete their required training on time?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2025 and 2026 indicate that some personnel had not completed required training within the expected timeframes. This question helps parents understand the center's current system for monitoring staff training requirements.
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Finding-specific
Could you describe the center's process for conducting and documenting monthly fire drills?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from May 2025 noted that monthly fire drills were not being conducted as required. Asking about this process provides insight into how the facility manages emergency preparedness routines.
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Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all necessary personnel documentation, such as annual reporting forms, is kept up to date?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2026 inspection show that some personnel records were missing required annual forms. This question helps parents understand how the center manages administrative recordkeeping.
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General question
What is the center's approach to communicating with families about daily routines and classroom activities?
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Why ask this
Regular communication is essential for parents to feel connected to their child's daily experience and development. Understanding the center's methods for sharing information helps families determine if the communication style fits their needs.