Operator failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for substitutes, employees or household members in the Clearinghouse. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.1, L
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the Family Day Care Homes Clearinghouse Employee/Contractor Roster was not current.The provider was given until March 13, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.1, L Initial Screening L. The employer/owner/operator must add substitutes, employees and household members to their Employee/Contractor Roster within five days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date within five days of termination for individuals on the Employee/Contract ... [truncated]
The pet was not immunized though vaccinations are available for this type of animal. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.1
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Operator advised that there is one dog and one cat on the premises. During the inspection, the Operator provided the Licensing Specialist documentation of the dogs vaccinations that are valid until 01/27/2027. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the cats vaccination was expired on 11/27/25. The owner was given until March 13, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. The provider was given extra time so she could get an appointment to update the cats vaccines. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section7.1 Animal Vaccinations Animals, pets or fowl must be proper ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 13, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Animal Vaccinations
Official code
09-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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Outdoor play areas in the home were not free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, A
Inspector notes
During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the pool there was leaves. The provider has the pool drained and has a fence around the pool. The director was given until March 13, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook 7.6 Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area RequirementsA. Outdoor Play areas shall be clean, in good repair and free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards
Correction status
Due by March 13, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
Official code
14-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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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
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the smoke detector was tested and was operational. The fire extinguisher certification is valid until 09/2025. During the inspection, the Operator had an operational corded phone. During the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the fire extinguisher did not have a current certificate. The last date the fire extinguisher was tagged was on 9/2024. The provider was given until February 23, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing counselor 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 c ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by February 23, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 19 - Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Telephone, Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation
Official code
19-03
Higher concern: Medication
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Non-prescription medication not brought in by the custodial parent or legal guardian, specifically [A&D ointment, Destin and Equate], was dispensed for emergency purposes without written authorization. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24, F
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the provider was using diaper ointment (Destin, A&D ointment and Equate) on the children without written permission from the parent The provider was given until February 23, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24, F Medication F. In the event of an emergency, non-prescription medication that is not brought in by the custodial parent or legal guardian can be dispensed only if the operator has written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian to do so. Any medication dispensed under t ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by February 23, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 30 - Documentation of Dispensed Medication
Official code
30-03
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
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 5 children enrolled. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist reviewed 5 of the 5 childrens files. Licensing Specialist observed one child who had a missing health form. The provider was given until March 13, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Counselor provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2, A Student Health Records A. The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed DH 3040, Student Health Examination form, incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001 ... [truncated]
The surface of the diaper changing area was not impermeable. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.18
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 changing mat was ripped exposing the foam. The Operator has brought this standard back into compliance in that they removed the ripped mat and does not have children that need diapering currently enrolled. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Diapering Requirements - E. When children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 23 - Diapering Area Clean and Sanitized
Official code
23-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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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
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the last fire drill was not conducted monthly in that the last fire drill was conducted on 9/18/24. The Operator brought this standard back into compliance at the time of the inspection by doing a fire drill with Licensing Specialist. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21, 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
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
How do you manage your employee and substitute roster to ensure all background screening information is kept up to date?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a February 2026 inspection indicate that the provider's employee and contractor roster was not current at that time.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for ensuring all pets on the premises have up-to-date vaccination records?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from February 2026 noted that a pet on the premises did not have current immunization documentation.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you explain your policy for documenting parent authorization before applying any topical products or ointments to children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from February 2026 show that non-prescription ointments were applied without the required written parental authorization.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and maintain your emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers and outdoor play areas, to ensure they remain in good working order?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from multiple inspections between 2025 and 2026 indicate repeated findings related to equipment maintenance, including fire safety certificates, outdoor play area hazards, and fire drill frequency.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure that all required health and medical forms for enrolled children are complete and up to date?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from February 2026 identified that a child's required health examination form was missing from their file.