The operator, substitute and/or volunteer did not have a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.3, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Staffing Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed missing CAHRS and Child Abuse and Neglect forms in personnel files.
The frame of the [Playground structure with slide] was not securely anchored in the ground or stationary by design. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed playground structure with slide not grounded/anchored to the ground.
Correction status
Due by March 4, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
Official code
14-13
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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The ground cover or other protective surface under the [Play structure with slide] was not maintained. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed play structure with insufficient grounding to ensure fall zone safety.
Correction status
Due by March 4, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
The outdoor play area that required fencing was not safe and adequate in that [the fence has a large gap]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At time of inspection, licensing specialist observed a large gap in the fence.
Correction status
Due by September 26, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
The written record of fire drills was missing the following: [ date & time of the drill]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21, D (Section 13.2, number 2) Health Requirements [SR]
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At time of inspection, counselor did not observe the fire drill log completed, December 2023 was missing. Completed at inspection, January 2024 was logged.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.1, Rand4.3, B
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The family day care home will be placed back into compliance with the submission of required Attestation of Good Moral character to the department for review.
The operator, substitute and/or volunteer did not have a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.3, H (Section 18.3, number 3) Staffing Requirements [SR]
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The family daycare home will be placed back into compliance with submission of required signed annually Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form to the department for review.
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 explain the process for ensuring all required staff documentation and annual forms are kept up to date?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a February 2026 inspection show that certain required annual reporting forms for staff were missing from personnel files.
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Finding-specific
What steps do you take to regularly inspect and maintain the outdoor play equipment to ensure it remains secure for the children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records indicate multiple instances across recent years where outdoor play structures or their surrounding surfaces required attention to meet safety standards.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and document emergency drills to ensure all safety requirements are consistently met?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report noted a time when the written record of fire drills was incomplete, and this topic has been identified as a recurring area of focus in available records.
Context
The specific instance mentioned in the report was corrected at the time of inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your daily routine for supervising children during outdoor play to ensure they stay within safe, fenced areas?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an August 2024 inspection mention a finding regarding the adequacy of the outdoor fencing, which is part of a broader pattern of equipment and readiness topics in the facility's history.
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General question
How do you communicate with parents regarding daily schedules and any changes to center policies?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how a provider keeps families informed helps parents feel confident in the center's transparency and day-to-day operations.