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 inspection, Licensing Specialist observed disinfectant spray being stored in the cabinet under the sink which was accessible to the children in care. Licensing Specialist observed Provider remove disinfectant spray and place it out of reach of children. This standard was brought back into compliance during the time of inspection. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, section 7.2 Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Poisonous Items B. All potentially harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation
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 in the home were not free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the exit gate in the outdoor play area had a chain wrapped around it and the chain was rusted. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, section 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. N. The outdoor play areas and equipment shall be inspected prior to usage daily for basic health and safety, including, but not limited to: 1. Missing or broken parts; 2. Protrusion of nuts and bolts; 3. Rust and chipping or peeling paint;
Correction status
Due by March 29, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
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 inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a candle burning in the Providers bedroom which leads into the childcare area. Licensing Specialist also observed a shelf full of scented lotions, perfumes, hair sprays, gels, nail polish remover and scissors located in the Providers bedroom that were accessible to the children in care. Licensing Specialist observed Provider blow out the candle and place all items into a trash bag and put them out of reach of children into a locked bedroom. This standard was brought back into compliance during the time of inspection. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, section 7.2 Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Poisonous Items A. All ar ... [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
Report finding
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 inspection, Licensing Specialist observed peeling paint along the side of the house in the children's outdoor play area. Licensing Specialist observed a buildup of dust in the dryer vent on the outside of the house in the children's outdoor play area. Licensing Specialist observed Provider clean dust out of vent during the inspection. Licensing Specialist observed tools and nails on the window ledge in the outdoor play area. Licensing Specialist observed Provider remove all items and place them out of reach of children. Licensing Specialist observed a wasp building a nest and hovering inside the corner of the door that leads out into the outdoor play area. ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by February 28, 2025
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
Official code
14-02
Higher concern: Medication
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Medication was not stored in a locked area or inaccessible and out of a childs reach. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed diaper creme, prescription body oil, Orajel, cold and cough medicine and baby laxatives being stored in bins under the changing table which was accessible to children in care. Provider advised Licensing Specialist that the medication belonged to her grandchild. Licensing Specialist observed Provider remove all medication and place them in a locked bedroom. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, section 7.24 Medication The family day care home or large family child care home is not required to give medication; however, if they choose to do so, the following shall apply: A. The operator must have written authorization from the custodia ... [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
What is your current process for ensuring that cleaning supplies and other household items are stored securely and out of reach of children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that an inspection report from February 2026 noted an instance where cleaning supplies were accessible to children. Asking about current storage practices helps clarify how the provider maintains a secure environment for all children in care.
Context
The provider corrected this issue at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the storage of medications to ensure they remain inaccessible to children at all times?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from February 2025 identified a concern regarding the accessibility of medication. This question allows the provider to explain their current protocols for keeping medications safely locked away.
Context
The provider corrected this issue at the time of the inspection.
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Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure that all areas of the home, including bedrooms or storage spaces, remain safe and child-proofed throughout the day?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate that hazardous access has been a repeated topic in recent inspections. Asking about general child-proofing practices provides insight into how the provider keeps the entire home environment secure.
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Finding-specific
Could you walk me through your daily routine for checking the outdoor play area to ensure it is clean and free of potential hazards?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2025 and 2026 show repeated findings related to the maintenance of the outdoor play area. Discussing the daily safety check routine helps parents understand how the provider maintains the space for daily use.
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General question
How do you communicate with parents regarding any updates or changes to your safety and supervision policies?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how the provider shares information about safety policies helps families feel confident in the ongoing communication and transparency of the center.