Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.7
- Local median
- 0.65
Melvin Simmons II
708 W 6th St, Riviera Beach, FL 33404
- License:
- F15PB0037
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Night Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Sun: 12:00AM to 11:59PM
- Capacity:
- 6
- License expiration:
- August 31, 2026
Typical cost: Not available for Palm Beach County.
Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.
Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionMarch 31, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 31, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 10 available inspections for Melvin Simmons II from July 21, 2023 through March 31, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on March 24, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of April 24, 2026.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 10
- Recorded violations
- 7
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 1
5 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
10 total inspections vs 7 local median in 33404
Compared to 20 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 31%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.95
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
April 11, 2024March 24, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The family day care home did not have at least one portable infant seat or potty chair for diapered children.
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of this FCCH routine inspection, the provider stated that they do not have any children that are currently potty trained. They stated that they were planning on replacing the infant potty chair. Technical Assistance was provided as the inspector explained that they need to have both an infant potty seat as well as step stool for reaching the toilet/sink. The inspector explained that the provider can send them a picture of the infant seat/step stool via email. The provider stated that they will be purchasing a new potty seat and step stool.
- Correction status
- Due by April 24, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Toilet and Bath Facilities (Article VIII.H)
- Official code
- 28-08
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The operator failed to maintain a written record of monthly fire drills. There was no record that a fire drill had been conducted for the month(s) of [fire drill log missing for June 2025 through March 2026. ]. Safety/Health [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of this FCCH routine inspection, the provider was missing the fire drill log as well as the emergency preparedness drill for June 2025 through March 2026. Technical Assistance was provided by the inspector explaining that the provider needs to keep records of the fire drill log and emergency preparedness drill on file. The provider stated that over Spring Break the house was treated for termites and that the termite company removed documents from the wall, and that they have not been able to find them yet. The inspector told the provider that they can email the documents to the inspector once they are found.
- Correction status
- Due by April 24, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 35 - Fire Safety and Emergency Planning (Article VIII. A and J; 65C-20.010)
- Official code
- 35-05
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The operator failed to complete a written record of all accidents, incidents, and observed signs and symptoms of illness on the day they occurred as evidenced by [No incident report]. Safety/Health [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection provider failed to produce an incident report. Inspector provided technical assistance by re-educating provider on the importance and the urgency on the need to complete incident /accident reports.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 37 - Accident or Incident Reports (Article IX.B)
- Official code
- 37-01
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The operator's alternate nutrition contract did not adequately define the responsibilities of the parent and/or operator for meeting the child's nutritional needs.
- Report comments
- Children's files were completed with exception of two children files: Handbook signed by parent: missing signatures on meals and transportation. Technical support advised.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 51 - Childrens Records and Enrollment (Article XV.A and B)
- Official code
- 51-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The following equipment was not maintained in a clean and sanitary condition: [Paint was peeling off the stairs of the Jungle Gym. ]. (Section 10.1, number 2 and Section 10.2, numbers 2 and 4) Safety/Health [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection the stairs of the jungle gym had peeling paint. Provider corrected at the time of inspection. Play area in compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 31 - Play Equipment (Article VIII.G) (Article VIII.G) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21 and Section 10 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 21-22)
- Official code
- 31-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The following equipment was in need of repair or was hazardous to children: [Navy Jungle Gym ]. (Section 10.2, number 4) Safety/Health [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection The Navy jungle gym with the swing attachment separation fence was broken and had several nails visible due to the damage. At the time of the inspection the provider had the separation fence Removed Play area is now in compliance. Technical assistance was provided in regard to the Jungle gym not being 6 ft away from any hard surfaces such as the fence. Jungle Gym has been in the same location since provider has been licensed.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 31 - Play Equipment (Article VIII.G) (Article VIII.G) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21 and Section 10 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 21-22)
- Official code
- 31-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall zone for [The Play Area]. (Section 9.8, number 2) Safety/Health [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection playground area did not have adequate fall zone. Provider corrected at the time of the inspection by adding multiple bags of mulch.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 31 - Play Equipment (Article VIII.G) (Article VIII.G) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21 and Section 10 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 21-22)
- Official code
- 31-14
No recorded violations in this report
Questions to ask
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 maintaining and storing emergency drill logs?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a March 2026 inspection indicate that fire and emergency drill logs were missing at that time. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the facility ensures these important safety records are kept up-to-date and accessible.
- Context
- A correction was due by April 24, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you handle the documentation process when an accident or incident occurs in the home?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from January 2026 noted an instance where an incident report was not available. This question allows you to understand how the provider ensures all required paperwork is completed and maintained for family review.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your routine for inspecting and maintaining the safety of outdoor play equipment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that equipment maintenance, including surface safety and structural repairs, has been a topic of discussion in multiple reports. Asking about the current maintenance routine helps parents understand how the provider ensures the play area remains in good condition.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all necessary supplies, such as infant potty chairs, are available and ready for children as they reach developmental milestones?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from March 2026 mention that certain bathroom facilities were being updated. This question helps you understand how the provider monitors and updates equipment to meet the changing needs of the children in their care.
- Context
- A correction was due by April 24, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all enrollment and nutrition contracts are fully signed and completed for each child?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report from April 2025 noted that some enrollment documentation was missing specific signatures. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the provider manages administrative requirements to ensure all files are complete.
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