The family day care home did not have an operable fire extinguisher and/or fire extinguisher with a current certificate. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.11, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the smoke detector was tested and was operational. During the inspection, the Operator had an operational corded phone. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the home did not have an operable fire extinguisher and/or fire extinguisher with a current certificate. The certificate expired 9/2025. The Operator has been given until 1/15/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.11, B Fire Safety: B. The home shall have an operable smoke detector(s) and fire extinguisher with a current certificate.
Correction status
Due by January 15, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 19 - Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Telephone, Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation
During the licensure year, the operator failed to conduct monthly fire drills utilizing the approved fire alarm system or smoke detector at various dates and times when children are in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21, A Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the provider has not done a fire drill since she opened. The owner brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by doing a fire drill with the licensing specialist. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21, A Fire Drills A. During the homes licensure year, fire drills utilizing the smoke detector(s) must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
Official code
27-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1, A Children's Records [SR]
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Owner advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 5 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 5 of the 5 childrens records. Licensing Specialist observed two children who had an missing immunization form. The owner was given until August 11, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Counselor provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1 Health/Immunization
Correction status
Due by August 11, 2025
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Immunization Records
Official code
31-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2, A Children's Records [SR]
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Owner advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 5 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 5 of the 5 childrens records. Licensing Specialist observed three children who had an missing health form. The operator was given until August 11, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Counselor provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2, A Student Health
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 walk me through your current process for ensuring that fire safety equipment, such as extinguishers, is always up to date and ready for use?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an inspection in early 2026 identified that a fire extinguisher lacked a current certificate. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center maintains safety equipment readiness.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on 2/6/2026.
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Finding-specific
How do you schedule and document your monthly fire drills to ensure they stay consistent throughout the year?
Why ask this
Why ask this
The available inspection records show that emergency preparedness and equipment topics have appeared in more than one report. This question helps parents understand the current routine for keeping these safety practices on track.
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Finding-specific
What is your process for tracking and updating children's health and immunization records to ensure everything remains current after enrollment?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from 2025 noted that some student health and immunization forms were missing at the time of review. This question helps parents understand how the center manages record-keeping requirements.
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General question
How do you communicate with families when it is time to update their child's health or immunization documentation?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Proactive communication regarding health records is essential for maintaining compliance and ensuring all children have up-to-date information on file. This helps parents understand how the center partners with families to manage these administrative tasks.
General question
What kind of emergency preparedness training do staff members receive to ensure they are ready for various safety scenarios?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how staff are trained for emergencies provides insight into the center's overall commitment to safety and readiness. This helps parents feel confident in the daily supervision and care provided.