Toxic Substances and/or Hazardous materials including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous items were accessible to children in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a battery pack, hand sanitizer, printer ink, adult scissors, Mucinex, Vicks, lotion, and Vaseline were on a desk which was accessible to the children in care. Hand sanitizer and lotion were on a low table accessible to the children in care. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator removing all items to an area out of childrens reach. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH Handbook: A. All areas and surfaces accessible to children shall be free from toxic substances and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including p ... [truncated]
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Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Hazardous
Official code
10-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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Outdoor play areas were not in good repair. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed an area of the yellow rock wall is cracked and missing a piece of the plastic. The wooden fencing is shifting and has exposed nails. Bikes have rust and broken pedals. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH Handbook: A. Outdoor Play areas shall be clean, in good repair and free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards.
Correction status
Due by May 21, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
Official code
14-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
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Floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.8, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed napping mats had rips and tears making them no longer impermeable. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH Handbook:F. Sleep bedding includes beds, cribs, or mattresses. Nap bedding includes sleep bedding, cots, playpens, play yards or floor mats. Air and foam mattresses are prohibited. Floor mats must be at least one-inch thick, and covered with an impermeable surface.
Correction status
Due by May 21, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 16 - Appropriate, Safe and Sanitary Bedding
Official code
16-06
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, Licensing observed that 1 of the children had expired DH680 Florida Certification of Immunization form. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH Handbook: A. 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 ... [truncated]
Operator failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for substitutes, employees or household members in the Clearinghouse. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.1, L (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Staffing Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the Family Day Care Homes Clearinghouse Employee/Contractor Roster was not current. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH Handbook: L. The employer/owner/operator must add substitutes, employees and household members to their Employee/Contractor Roster within ten days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date within ten days of termination for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse when employment terminates, or a household member is no longer residing in the home."
Sharp, broken and/or jagged edges were observed on the [fence post] that pose a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children in the play area. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, L (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a fence post on the outdoor play area was rotted, leaving sharp and jagged pieces of wood exposed to the children in care. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH Handbook: All equipment, fences, and objects on the homes premises shall be free from sharp, broken and jagged edges and properly placed to prevent overcrowding or safety hazards in any one area."
Correction status
Due by June 23, 2025
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
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
What steps are taken to ensure that items like cleaning supplies or personal care products are kept completely out of reach of the children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2026 inspection note that certain household items were found in an area accessible to children, though they were removed immediately.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
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Could you explain the process for keeping staff background screening rosters updated in the state system?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from April 2025 noted that the employee roster was not current at that time.
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How does the center maintain the outdoor play equipment to ensure everything remains in good repair for the children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2025 and 2026 show multiple instances where outdoor play areas or equipment required maintenance or repair.
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Finding-specific
How do you manage the tracking of immunization records to ensure all children have current documentation on file?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2026 inspection indicate that a child's immunization form was found to be expired.
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What is your routine for inspecting and replacing nap mats to ensure they stay in good condition?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from April 2026 noted that some nap mats were observed with tears, affecting their surface integrity.