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
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a bottle of Wasp & Hornet Killer placed on the windowsill in the outdoor play area. A pink beach chair and a table-bench set were positioned nearby, making the hazardous product accessible to children in care During the inspection, this has been resolved. The bottle of Wasp & Hornet Killer was removed from the windowsill and placed in a higher location, out of childrens reach. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided Technical Assistance (TA) per FDCH Handbook: 7.2 Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Poisonous Items A. All areas and surfaces accessible to children shall be free from toxic substance ... [truncated]
Correction status
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
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the outdoor shade canopy was broken. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: 7.6 Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements A. Outdoor Play areas shall be clean, in good repair and free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards.
Correction status
Due by June 22, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
Official code
14-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
A minimum distance of 18 inches was not maintained around each individual napping space. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.8, M
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that two portable napping cots and one portable crib were placed directly next to each other with children lying on them. During the inspection, the Provider informed the Licensing Specialist that nap time was over. The Provider proceeded to wake the children and put away the napping materials. Therefore, this is being marked as resolved. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: 7.8 Appropriate, Safe and Sanitary Bedding M. Napping spaces shall not be under furniture, against furniture that may create a hazard, or blocking exit routes. A minimum distance of 18 inches must be maintai ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 16 - Appropriate, Safe and Sanitary Bedding
Official code
16-14
Medium concern: Facility condition
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Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.18, B
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that one book and one toy had been placed on the diaper changing mat. During the inspection, this has been resolved. All above-mentioned items have been removed from the diaper changing mat. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: 7.18 Diapering Area Cleanliness/Sanitization When children in diapers are in care, there shall be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. B. Items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 23 - Diapering Area Clean and Sanitized
Official code
23-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
During the homes licensure year, the operator failed to conduct a minimum of one drill for each procedure outlined in the emergency preparedness plan. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.22, B
Report comments
During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist reviewed last 12 months Fire Drill/Emergency Preparedness Drill logs, no Emergency Preparedness Drill has been conducted by the Provider for the last 12 months. During the inspection, this was marked as resolved, as an emergency drill cannot be conducted retroactively for the year 2025. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: 7.22 Emergency Preparedness B. Emergency preparedness drills shall be conducted when children are in care. Each drill, excluding the fire drills, outlined in the emergency preparedness plan must be practiced a minimum of one time per year. During the inspection, the Op ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
Official code
27-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during a fire drill, emergency preparedness drill or an actual emergency to account for all children. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21, D and 7.22, C
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the Provider didnt bring the current attendance record and parent contact information during the fire drill which was conducted with the Licensing Specialist. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: 7.21 Fire Drills D. A current attendance record and parent/guardian contact information must accompany child care personnel out of the home during a drill or actual evacuation, and be used to account for all children. The operator must maintain a written record of the fire drills showing the date, number of children and child care personnel in attendance, evacuation route used, and ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by June 22, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
Official code
27-09
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Daily attendance was not maintained to account for all children in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.4, A and B
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 6 children enrolled. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist reviewed 6 of the 6 childrens files. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the childrens daily attendance had not been updated for any of the children present on the day of the renewal inspection. The Provider informed the Licensing Specialist that she typically updates the attendance during nap time. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: 8.4 Daily Attendance A. Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded by child care personnel, documentin ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by June 22, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
Official code
33-06
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The home did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [5 of 6 currently enrolled children's files. ].FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, G
Correction / follow-up note
During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that 5 of 6 childrens files only included the Distracted Adult Brochures with signature date of 09/2025. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: 8.3 Enrollment Information G. Annually, during the months of April and September, the operator must provide parents with information regarding the potential for distracted parents to fail to drop off a child at the family day care home or the large family child care home and instead leave them in the adults vehicle upon arrival at the adults destination.CF/PI 175-12, brochure, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(x), F.A.C. ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by June 22, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
A health and safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a bin of diaper creams, lotions, and perfumes in an unlocked cabinet accessible to the children in care. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator moving the items out of children's reach. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH Handbook: B. All areas of the home including the play areas shall be in good repair, clean and free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards."
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 13 - Indoor Play Areas
Official code
13-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A napping or sleeping infant that is not capable of rolling over on their own was observed not positioned on their back and on a firm surface, or was swaddled, and the provider did not have written authorization for an alternate sleep position from a physician in the childs record.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.8, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a 7-month old sleeping in a swing. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator picking up the child and carrying him. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH Handbook: E. When napping or sleeping, young infants who are not capable of rolling over on their own shall be positioned on their back and on a firm surface to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), unless an alternative position is authorized in writing by a physician. Sleep sacks that fit according to manufacturers recommendations, do not restric ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 16 - Appropriate, Safe and Sanitary Bedding
Official code
16-13
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 (Section 2.4.B.2 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Report comments
During the inspection, the smoke detector was tested and was operational. The fire extinguisher certification is valid until 10/2025. During the time of the inspection, the corded phone was non-operational. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH Handbook: A. The home shall have at least one operable corded telephone."
Correction status
Due by July 16, 2025
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 19 - Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Telephone, Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation
Official code
19-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Child care personnel working in the food preparation area did not use disposable gloves, utensils or similar items to prevent bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.14, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the Operator cutting and handling fruit for snack time without wearing gloves. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH Handbook: A. Handling of food in a safe and careful manner prevents the spread of bacteria, viruses and fungi. Outbreaks of foodborne illnesses have occurred in many settings, including child care facilities. Children are at a higher risk for contracting food-borne illness, as their bodies are in the process of growing, developing, and building adequate immune systems to fight illness. While some food-borne illnesses originate a ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 20 - Nutritious Meals and Snacks Provided
Official code
20-30
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.18, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed hairbrushes, a bib, and room spray stored in a bin with diaper creams in the diaper changing area. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the operator removing the items from the bin. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH Handbook: B. Items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table."
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 23 - Diapering Area Clean and Sanitized
Official code
23-04
Higher concern: Medication
Report finding
Medication which had expired or was no longer being administered was not returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded if the child is no longer enrolled. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 tube of Benadryl gel, 1 tube of Anti care cream, 1 tube of Eucerin, and 1 tube of Aveena Baby lotion were expired. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator removing the expired creams from the daycare room. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH Handbook: I. Medication which has expired or is no longer being administered shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded if the child is no longer enrolled in care at the home."
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 29 - Medication
Official code
29-10
Higher concern: Medication
Report finding
Additional documentation describing the symptoms that would require the prescription and/or non-prescription medication used on an as needed basis to be administered was not on file.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24, A and 2.4.3, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 4 tubes of Aquaphor, 1 tube of Diaper Rash relief cream, 1 tube of Benadryl gel, 1 tube of Aveeno Baby lotion, 1 tube of Anti care cream, 1 tub of Triple Paste, 1 tube of Eucerin. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH Handbook: A. The operator must have written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian to dispense prescription and non-prescription medications. This authorization must be dated and signed by the custodial parent or legal guardian and must contain the childs name; the name of the medication to be dispensed; and th ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by July 16, 2025
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 29 - Medication
Official code
29-13
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 child did not have current immunization records in their file. 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 680 ... [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 walk me through your current process for tracking daily attendance to ensure every child is accounted for throughout the day?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a May 2026 inspection note that daily attendance records were not fully maintained for children present at the time. Asking about current procedures helps families understand how the provider ensures accurate tracking and supervision.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all cleaning supplies and other hazardous materials are kept securely out of reach of children at all times?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from May 2026 identified an instance where a hazardous product was accessible in an outdoor play area. This question helps parents understand the current storage practices and safety protocols in place.
Context
The item was moved to a secure location at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current routine for setting up nap time to ensure that all cots and cribs are spaced correctly?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from May 2026 show a finding regarding the spacing of napping equipment. Asking about the current setup routine helps parents understand how the provider maintains a safe sleep environment.
Context
The spacing was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage and document your emergency preparedness drills throughout the year?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from multiple inspections in 2025 and 2026 show findings related to emergency drills and preparedness procedures. Discussing this helps families understand the current approach to maintaining safety protocols.
Related violations
General question
What is your process for keeping parents informed about updated safety policies or required annual documentation?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication regarding safety policies and required documentation helps parents stay involved in their child's care. This question helps families understand how the provider manages administrative responsibilities and keeps parents updated.