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
Inspector notes
07-04: License Specialist observed that the Substitute still did not complete the departments 6 clock-hour Family Child Care Rules and Regulation course (or have documentation of completion of the 3 clock hour Fundamentals of Child Care Home Rules course.) as evidenced by the Departments training transcript. Technical Assistance was given to the Operator as per the FDCH/LFCCH Handbook that ( The Departments six clock-hour Family Child Care Home Rules and Regulations training, as evidenced by successful completion of a competency-based examination offered by the Department or its designated training representative prior to licensure and caring for children.) Additional Technic ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 17, 2026
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STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Staff Training
Official code
07-04
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 Children's Records [SR]
Inspector notes
License Specialist observed that the Florida Certificate of Immunization was still missing for Five (5) Children, all immunizations documentation was not available for License Authoritys review at the time of this Routine Inspection. Technical Assistance was given to the Operator as per the FDCH Handbook that (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 ... [truncated]
The operator failed to report changes to the written substitute plan within 5 working days. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 3.2, C Staffing Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Two (2) Child Care Personnel records in the system were reviewed of which both were updated for compliance, as per Operator One (1) new substitute was hired since the last Initial inspection.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------License Specialist observed that the Operator failed to report changes of Substitute within Fiv ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 6, 2026
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STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Substitute
Official code
05-04
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
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
Inspector notes
License Specialist observed that the Substitute did not complete the departments 6 clock-hour Family Child Care Rules and Regulation course (or have documentation of completion of the 3 clock hour Fundamentals of Child Care Home Rules course.) as evidenced by the Departments training transcript.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Technical Assistance was given to the Operator as per the FDCH/LFCCH Handbook that ( The Departments six clock-ho ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 6, 2026
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STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Staff Training
Official code
07-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
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]
Inspector notes
Six (6) of Nine (9) Childrens Health/Enrollment Records were reviewed for compliance. All files reviewed of all children present. As per Operator, no newly enrolled children since the last inspection.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- License Specialist observed that the Florida Certificate of Immunization for Five (5) Children were expire ... [truncated]
The substitute worked over 40 hours per months on average over a six month period in a single family day care home. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 3.2, D Staffing Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
License Specialist observed that the substitute worked over 40 hours per month on average over a six (6) month period in a single family day care home. Technical Assistance was given to the Operator as per the FDCH/LFCCH Handbook that ( Substitutes may not work for the operator more than 40 hours per month on average over a 6-month period in any single home for which they have been identified as the designated substitute.) Violation was corrected at the time of inspection when the Operator arrived at the Family Home and incorporated herself back in the classroom.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Substitute
Official code
05-06
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
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
Inspector notes
License Specialist observed that the Substitute did not complete the Department's 6 clock-hour Family Child Care Rules and Regulation course as evidenced by the Department's training transcript. Technical Assistance was once again given to the Operator as per the DFCH/LFCCH Handbook that ( The Departments six clock-hour Family Child Care Home Rules and Regulations training, as evidenced by successful completion of a competency-based examination offered by the Department or its designated training representative prior to licensure and caring for children. ) In the form of efforts to assist licensees, the next violation of above standard within the next two years of the last vi ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Staff Training
Official code
07-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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The home did not have an operable corded telephone available during hours of operation.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.12, A Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
19-04 : License Specialist observed that the FDCH Program still did not have an operable corded telephone available during hours of operation. Technical Assistance was given to the operator as per the FDCH/LFCCH Handbook that (The home shall have at least one operable corded telephone.) In the form of efforts to assist licensees, the next violation of above standard within the next two years of last violation can result in disciplinary sanctions being progressively enforced by the Department imposing a fine in accordance to section 402.310 Florida Statues and Rule 65C-22.010, Florida Administrative Code. A fine under the enforcement provisions could be avoided through compliance.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2025
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 19 - Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Telephone, Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation
The operator failed to report changes to the written substitute plan within 5 working days. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 3.2, C Staffing Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Two (2) Child Care Personnel records in the system were reviewed of which both were updated for compliance, as per Operator One (1) new substitute was hired since the last Initial inspection. License Specialist observed that the Operator failed to report changes of Substitute within Five (5) working days. Technical Assistance was given to the Operator as per the FDCH/LFCCH Handbook that (Any changes to the plan must be reported to the licensing office within 5 working days. All hours worked by the substitute must be documented in writing and maintained for 12 months.)
Correction status
Due by March 7, 2025
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STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Substitute
Official code
05-04
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Required background screening was missing for [ a substitute]. 402.313(3) F.S. and FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.1 Staffing Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
License Specialist observed that the new substitute teacher did not have the required background screening. Technical Assistance was given to the Operator as per the FDCH/LFCCH Handbook that ( Operators, household members (adults and children 12 to 17 years of age), substitutes, volunteers and Large Family Child Care Home employees must have a level 2 background screening clearance from the Department prior to obtaining a license, residing in the home, employment, or volunteering unsupervised with children. The employer/owner/operator must review each employment application to assess the relevancy of any issue uncovered by the complete background screening, including any arre ... [truncated]
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
Inspector notes
License Specialist observed that the Substitute 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. Technical Assistance was given to the Operator as per the FDCH/LFCCH Handbook that ( The Departments six clock-hour Family Child Care Home Rules and Regulations training, as evidenced by successful completion of a competency-based examination offered by the Department or its designated training representative prior to licensure and caring for children.) Additional Technical Assistance ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 7, 2025
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STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Staff Training
Official code
07-04
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The operator did not have documentation of current vaccination records for the pet observed.Vaccinations are available for this type of animal. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.1 Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
License Specialist observed that the Operator did not have documentation of current vaccination records for the pet observed during this Routine Inspection. Technical Assistance was given to the Operator as per the FDCH/LFCCH Handbook that (Animals, pets or fowl must be properly vaccinated, if vaccinations are available for the type of animal, pet or fowl; and be free from disease. Animals that are poisonous, aggressive, venomous, or pose a potential threat of harm to children in care are prohibited. Custodial parents or legal guardian must be informed in writing of all animals on the premises of the home. Such information may be provided by way of a parent flyer, a notificat ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 7, 2025
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Animal Vaccinations
Official code
09-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The home did not have an operable corded telephone available during hours of operation.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.12, A Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
License Specialist observed that the FDCH Program did not have an operable corded telephone available during hours of operation. Technical Assistance was given to the operator as per the FDCH/LFCCH Handbook that ( The home shall have at least one operable corded telephone.)
Correction status
Due by February 21, 2025
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 19 - Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Telephone, Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation
Official code
19-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
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 Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
License Specialist observed that the Operator failed to conduct monthly fire drills for the month of November, December and January. Technical Assistance was given to the Operator as per the FDCH/LFCCH Handbook that ( During the homes licensure year, fire drills utilizing the smoke detector(s) must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care.) Last fire drill was conducted on 10/25/2024. One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route was done on 10/25/2024. One fire drill during napping/sleeping times has not been done for Licensure Year. One fire drill in the presence and at the request of the licensing authority has not been done for Licens ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by February 21, 2025
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
Official code
27-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
No enrollment information was on file for the child(ren) and/ or available for licensing to review. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, B Children's Records [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
ONLY 4 of 20 Children's Health/Enrollment Records were reviewed for compliance. All files reviewed of all children present only. As per Operator, all newly enrolled children since the last Initial inspection. License Specialist observed that there were Sixteen (16) Files missing and not available for Licensing Authority to review. Technical Assistance was given to the Operator as per the FDCH/LFCCH Handbook that: A. The operator shall obtain enrollment information from the childs custodial parent or legal guardian prior to accepting the child into care. This information shall be documented on CF-FSP Form 5219, Child Care Application for Enrollment, which is incorporated by re ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by February 21, 2025
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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
Can you walk me through your process for ensuring all staff and substitutes have completed their required background screenings before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in February 2025 noted that a substitute was missing the required background screening. This question helps clarify the current procedures for verifying staff credentials.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage documentation for pets on the premises to ensure all vaccination records are current and available for review?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from February 2025 indicated that vaccination records for a pet were not available at that time. This question helps parents understand how the provider maintains compliance with health requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are currently in place to ensure that all children's immunization records are kept up to date and do not expire while they are in your care?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that immunization record compliance has been a recurring topic in reports from early 2026. This question helps parents understand the current system for tracking these important health documents.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on April 24, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all substitutes receive the necessary training and that their completion records are properly documented and maintained?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that staff training documentation for substitutes has been a repeated topic across multiple inspections between 2025 and 2026. Asking this helps clarify how the provider manages training requirements for temporary staff.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your routine for testing emergency equipment, like corded telephones and smoke detectors, to ensure they are always in working order?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection reports from 2025 noted concerns regarding the availability of an operable corded telephone and the completion of fire drills. This question helps parents understand the current maintenance and safety drill schedule.