The home uses a product or device that produces carbon monoxide indoors and the home does not have a carbon monoxide detector installed when required by s.553.885(1), F.S., or local laws.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
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License specialist did not observe a carbon monoxide detector in the family daycare home.
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]
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Fire extinguisher expired on Oct 2023. 7.11 Fire Safety A. It is the responsibility of the operator to ensure all areas of the home are free from fire hazards such as lint and dust build up in heating and air vents, filters, exhaust fans, ceiling fans, and dryer vents. Family Day Care Home and Large Family Child Care Home Handbook | P a g e 38 B. The home shall have an operable smoke detector(s) and fire extinguisher with a current certificate.
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Due by January 13, 2025
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 19 - Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Telephone, Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation
Official code
19-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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The written record of fire drills was missing the following: [ date & time of the drill]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
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Family Daycare Home did not have a fire drill in November 2024. Family Daycare home completed a fire drill at the time of inspection.
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Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, F (Section 9.8, number 2) Health Requirements [SR]
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At time of inspection, counselor observed the base of the fence not at ground level.
Correction status
Due by July 5, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
Official code
14-10
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)].FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1 A and B (Section 18.2, number 2) Children's Records [SR]
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At time of inspection, counselor observed expired immunization records inside of the children's files.
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Due by July 5, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Immunization Records
Official code
31-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
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The enrollment form used by the operator was incomplete and/or did not include all required information as required on CF-FSP Form 5219. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, A, C and F (Section 18.2, numbers 6 and 7) Children's Records [SR]
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At time of inspection, counselor did not observe the enrollment form was missing the food/nutrition policy acknowledgment. ENFORCEMENT
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Due by July 5, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
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 all emergency equipment, like carbon monoxide detectors, is properly installed and maintained?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a December 2025 inspection noted the absence of a required carbon monoxide detector. Asking about current maintenance processes helps clarify how the facility ensures safety equipment remains in place and functional.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded in June 2026.
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Finding-specific
How do you keep track of your emergency preparedness schedule, such as fire drills, to ensure they are completed and documented on time?
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Why ask this
Available inspection records show that emergency readiness topics, including fire drill documentation, have appeared in multiple reports over the past few years. This question allows the provider to explain their current administrative routine for staying on top of these requirements.
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Finding-specific
What is your process for reviewing children's files to ensure that health documents like immunization records are always current?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from 2024 noted expired immunization records in some files. This question helps parents understand how the center manages and updates sensitive health documentation for the children in their care.
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Finding-specific
How do you regularly inspect your outdoor play area to ensure that fencing and other structures remain secure for the children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a 2024 inspection identified an issue with the base of the fence in the outdoor play area. Asking about routine checks provides insight into how the provider maintains a secure environment for outdoor activities.
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General question
What does a typical day look like for the children in your care, and how do you balance structured activities with free play?
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Why ask this
Understanding the daily routine helps families determine if the program's structure aligns with their child's developmental needs and personality. This information is essential for assessing the overall fit of the daycare environment.