The home did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [2 children did not have a signed distracted driver for April 2025].
Inspector notes
Provider stated she will ensure every parent signs the distracted driver form in Sept. and April.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 09 - Identification/Enrollment: II.A.
Official code
09-10
Medium concern: Facility condition
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The homes first aid kit did not include the following: [hand sanitizer].
Report comments
Replace missing hand sanitizer from first aid kit.
Correction status
Due by May 26, 2025
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 18 - First Aid Supplies: III.A
Official code
18-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
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Potentially harmful items such as BB guns, pellet guns, knives and/or sharp tools were not in a locked area or were accessible to children in care.
Inspector notes
Licensing specialist observed several knives in the lower drawers. Provider put in an upper cabinet.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 33 - Hazardous Products/Surfaces: IV.A.
Official code
33-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
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Doors to the outside/off-limit areas had no inaccessible locks.
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Provider engaged the lock on the garage door.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 34 - Locks: IV.A
Official code
34-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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The play equipment was not safe and sanitary for the children in use in that [there were broken toys, baby walker, bouncer that are broke and material is shredded, bike and metal umbrella frame].
Report comments
Remove all broken toys, walker and bouncy chair. TA was given to ensure all play equipment is clean.
Correction status
Due by May 26, 2025
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 41 - Equipment Maintenance: IV.D.
Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption Immunization (DH Form 681) on file within 30 days of enrollment. (Section 18.2, number 2)
Correction / follow-up note
Submit current immunization
Correction status
Due by February 12, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 12 - Immunization Certificate: II.A. [SR]
Official code
12-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The DH Form 680, Florida Certification of Immunization, was no longer current for the child(ren) enrolled. (Section 18.2, number 2)
Correction / follow-up note
Submit current immunization
Correction status
Due by February 12, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 12 - Immunization Certificate: II.A. [SR]
Official code
12-03
Higher concern: Hazardous access
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Toxic Substances and/or Hazardous materials including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous items were accessible to children in care. (Section 9, numbers 4 and 5)
Inspector notes
Licensing specialist observed several cleaning supplies underneath the kitchen cabinets. The gates that are at the entry of the kitchen and dining room are not considered a barrier to keep children out of those rooms. All supplies were moved to a locked cabinet in the bathroom.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 33 - Hazardous Products/Surfaces: IV.A. [SR]
Documentation of in-service training for the operator was not recorded on F-0077, In Service Training Record.
Correction / follow-up note
During the visit the provider was unable to access her in-service training log and certificates. Please submit the log and certificates by the due date.
Doors to the outside/off-limit areas had no inaccessible locks.
Correction / follow-up note
Doors to off-limits rooms were left unlocked, as well as an outside door. Provider stated that the outside door is unlocked because they use the door to access the bathroom. Provider was reminded that all doors need to remain locked when children are in care. 1. Please submit a written plan for how you will ensure the doors to the off-limits rooms are locked. 2. Please submit plan for how you will take children to the bathroom using the outside door while also ensuring it is locked at all times. This will result in administrative action.
Correction status
Due by May 9, 2024
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 34 - Locks: IV.A
Official code
34-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
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Soiled items were not immediately placed in a plastic lined and securely covered container.
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There was a dirty diaper on the counter in the bathroom. Provider placed it in the trash can during the visit and was reminded that this needs to be done immediately after each diaper change.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 51 - Clean/General Good Order: IV.I
Official code
51-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
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Potty Chairs were not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use.
Report comments
A potty in the bathroom was not emptied and cleaned. The provider did this during the visit and was reminded that this needs to occur immediately after use.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 51 - Clean/General Good Order: IV.I
Official code
51-11
Medium concern: Facility condition
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Indoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection documentation was not maintained for 12 months.
Report comments
The daily checklist was not completed from 4-17-24 to 5-3-24. Provider was reminded that this needs to be completed daily.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 51 - Clean/General Good Order: IV.I
Outdoor play areas and equipment were not inspected prior to usage for basic health and safety and/or problems noted were not corrected before used by children and/or daily inspection documentation was not maintained for 12 months.
Report comments
The checklist was not signed for multiple days in January. Provider will ensure that the safety checks are completed moving forward.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 41 - Equipment Maintenance: IV.D. [SR]
There was evidence of rodents or vermin in the family child care home.
Report comments
I did confirm the allegation that there are mosquitos and/or other insects that are biting the children in the back yard. Contact pest control to address the insect issue in the back yard. Follow any guidelines given by past control to maintain an insect free outdoor area. Trim overgrown bush in the back yard. A re-inspection will be conducted before children may return to the outdoor play area.
Correction status
Due by October 27, 2023
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 52 - Pest Control: IV. I.
The home did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [there was no April 2023 documentation.].
Correction / follow-up note
Submit proof of providing the distracted driver brochure via a signature for the children in care.
Correction status
Due by May 12, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 09 - Identification/Enrollment: II.A.
Official code
09-10
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The DH Form 680, Florida Certification of Immunization, was no longer current for the child(ren) enrolled.
Correction / follow-up note
Please submit current immunization record for the (1) child noted. Not Monitored Comments There are no children on medication.
Correction status
Due by May 12, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 12 - Immunization Certificate: II.A.
Official code
12-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
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The outdoor play area that required fencing was not safe and adequate in that [an area of the neighbor's fence is broken, thus allowing access to their yard/pool. ].
Correction / follow-up note
Submit proof that the fence has been repaired or covered adequately so that children do not have access to the neighbor's yard.
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 are currently in place to ensure that potentially hazardous items, such as sharp tools, are always kept in a secure, locked area?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that instances where potentially harmful items were accessible to children have been noted in past inspection reports. Asking about current storage practices helps clarify how the provider maintains a secure environment for children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you walk me through your process for keeping children's health and immunization records up to date and organized?
Why ask this
Why ask this
The available inspection records show that keeping current health and immunization documentation has been a repeated topic of discussion across multiple reports. This question allows the provider to explain their current system for tracking these important documents.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the daily safety checks for the indoor and outdoor play areas to ensure everything is in good condition?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate that maintaining consistent daily safety inspection documentation has been a recurring theme in past reports. Asking about the current routine provides insight into how the provider ensures the environment remains well-maintained.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for documenting and tracking staff training hours to ensure all requirements are met?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report noted that documentation for in-service training was not available at the time of the visit. This question helps parents understand how the provider currently manages and verifies staff training records.
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General question
How do you handle the daily communication with parents regarding their child's routine and any updates to their care plan?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Establishing clear communication expectations helps parents feel confident in the daily care their child receives. Understanding the provider's routine for sharing information supports a collaborative relationship between families and the center.