The operator failed to report changes to the written substitute plan within 5 working days. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 3.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Staffing Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The operator no longer has a substitute. The operator is in the process of finding a new substitute. She will send the new substitute documents on or before the due date.
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Staffing Requirements [SR]
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The provider completed the form at the time of the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Staff Training
Official code
07-07
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
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The provider called the vendor to have the fire extinguisher inspected at the time of the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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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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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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
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The operator did not conduct fire drills for July, August, September, October and November.
Correction status
Due by January 5, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
Official code
27-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
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No enrollment information was on file for the child(ren) and/ or available for licensing to review. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
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All the children records are missing the enrollment application. ENFORCEMENT
Correction status
Due by January 5, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
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 Children's Records [SR]
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The parent provided copy of the new record at the time of the inspection.
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
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Immunization for two children were expired during the time of this inspection. According to the FDCH Handbook , section 8.1 A and B The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form, Parts A-1, B, and/or C, DH 680 (July 2010), or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681 (July 2008), which are incorporated herein by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o) and (p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local health department. The parent/guardian of a child who has not received t ... [truncated]
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 your current process for maintaining and updating your substitute plan?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from June 2026 noted that the substitute plan was not updated within the required timeframe. Asking about this helps families understand the current staffing and backup procedures.
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Finding-specific
How do you track and schedule your monthly fire drills to ensure they stay on schedule?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that emergency readiness topics, including fire drills, have appeared in inspection reports. This question helps parents understand how the center manages its emergency preparedness routines.
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Finding-specific
What is your process for monitoring immunization records to ensure they remain current for all children in your care?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that immunization record updates have been a topic of discussion in past reports. This question helps clarify how the center stays organized with health documentation.
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Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all required annual training hours are completed and documented for your staff?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate that staff training requirements have been a topic in multiple inspections. This question helps parents understand the center's commitment to ongoing professional development.
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General question
What systems do you have in place to keep child enrollment files organized and up to date?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Maintaining complete and accessible records is important for clear communication and child safety. This question helps parents understand how the provider manages essential documentation.