The 10 hours of annual in-service training had not been completed by the operator for the operators 12 month licensing period. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.6.1
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Provider/operator did not have documentation supporting completion of required 10 hour inservice training at time of inspection
A substitute, who worked less than 40 hours a month on average, did not complete the department's 6 clock-hour Family Child Care Rules and Regulation course (or have documentation of completion of the 3 clockhour Fundamentals of Child Care Home Rules course.) as evidenced by the Departments training transcript. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.1.2, A or B
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A substitute, who worked less than 40 hours a month on average, did not complete the department's 6 clock-hour Family Child Care Rules and Regulation course (or have documentation of completion of the 3 clockhour Fundamentals of Child Care Home Rules course.)
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 share how you track and manage ongoing professional development for yourself and any substitutes?
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Why ask this
Public records show that in recent inspections, there were instances where documentation for required annual in-service training or specific regulatory courses for staff was not available at the time of the visit.
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Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all staff members, including substitutes, are fully up to date on their required training before they begin working with children?
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Why ask this
The available inspection records show that staff training requirements have been a topic of discussion in more than one report over the past few years.
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General question
How do you typically communicate with families about daily routines and any changes in staffing or schedules?
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Why ask this
Clear communication helps families feel connected to the daily environment and stay informed about who is caring for their children.
General question
What measures do you have in place to ensure that supervision remains consistent throughout the entire day, especially during transitions?
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Why ask this
Understanding how a provider maintains active supervision helps parents feel confident about the safety and engagement of children during all parts of the daily schedule.
General question
How do you approach onboarding new staff or substitutes to ensure they are familiar with your specific safety policies and procedures?
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Why ask this
Learning about the orientation process provides insight into how a provider maintains consistent standards of care when new individuals join the team.