Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.58
- Local median
- 0.65
Linda Fox Family Daycare Home
2312 Z Ter, Riviera Beach, FL 33404
- License:
- F15PB0066
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 6
- License expiration:
- July 31, 2026
Typical cost: Not available for Palm Beach County.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJanuary 23, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJanuary 23, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for Linda Fox Family Daycare Home from July 11, 2023 through January 23, 2026.
Six inspections recorded violations, with 19 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on October 20, 2025 and involved background screening, with a due date of October 30, 2025.
That higher-concern topic showed up in three inspections.
Two later inspections, from December 9, 2025 through January 23, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 12
- Recorded violations
- 19
- Higher-concern violations
- 8
- Repeated topics
- 4
5 in last 12 months
6 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 7 local median in 33404
Compared to 20 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 31%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 4
- 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.
Health or food records
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
July 11, 2023June 24, 2024July 7, 2025October 20, 2025Background screening
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
July 11, 2023June 24, 2024October 20, 2025Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
July 11, 2023July 11, 2024July 15, 2025Child guidance
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
July 7, 2025October 20, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The substitute providing care for children was not a designated authorized person listed on the written plan approved by the Department, and did not meet the screening, training, or health examination requirements.
- Report comments
- CHILDREN SHOULD NOT BE LEFT UNDER CARE WITH ANYONE THAT HAS NOT HAD A BACKGROUND SCREENING BACKGROUND SCREENING
- Correction status
- Due by October 30, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 46 - Personnel Requirements (Article VI.A and E)
- Official code
- 46-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The personnel record for the substitute did not include a signed and notarized "Affidavit of Good Moral Character".
- Report comments
- ALL STAFF WORKING WITH CHILDREN MUST HAVE A SIGNED NOTORIZED AFFIDAVIT OF GOOD MORAL CHARACTER. HOUSEHOLD/SUB RECORD
- Correction status
- Due by October 31, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 47 - Background Screening (Article VII.B)
- Official code
- 47-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- There was no statement of a current tuberculosis risk assessment for the substitute.
- Report comments
- ALL STAFF WORKING WITH CHILDREN MUST COMPLETE TB ASSESSMENT
- Correction status
- Due by November 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 48 - Physical and TB Certifications (Article VI.C)
- Official code
- 48-02
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- There was no statement on file for the operator, substitute or household member attesting that the pamphlet "Child Abuse and Neglect in Florida, A Guide for Professionals" had been read. Household/Sub Record [SR]
- Report comments
- ALL STAFF WORKING WITH CHILDREN MUST HAVE A SIGNED DOCUMENT ON FILE THAT THEY HAVE READ CHILD ABUSE GUIDE
- Correction status
- Due by November 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 49 - Child Abuse and Neglect (Article VI.B)
- Official code
- 49-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- A substitute did not complete the department's required training before keeping children.
- Report comments
- ALL SUBSTITUING BEFORE WORKING WITH CHILDRENTE MUST HAVE REQUIRED TRAIN CHILDREN RECORDS
- Correction status
- Due by October 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 50 - Training Requirements (Article VI.B)
- Official code
- 50-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The operator did not conduct a fire drill for the month(s) of [December 2024 to June 2025]. (Section 13.2, number 1) Safety/Health [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection observed, last Fire drill was conducted November 2024 with 4 children and 1 Adult @ 11:15 am. Observed that no fire drill was conducted during the months of December 2024 through June 2025. Fire drill was conducted 07/15/2025@ 12: 11p.m cleared in 1 min. with 5 children and 1 Adult. Observed 5 smoke detectors.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 35 - Fire Safety and Emergency Planning (Article VIII. A and J; 65C-20.010) (Article VIII. A and J; 65C-20.010) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 13 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 26-28)
- Official code
- 35-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- There was no statement on file for the operator, substitute or household member attesting that the pamphlet "Child Abuse and Neglect in Florida, A Guide for Professionals" had been read. Household/Sub Record [SR]
- Report comments
- SUB- DIDNT HAVE UPDATED CHILD ABUSE OR GOOD MORAL ON FILE LASHELL PARKENSON
- Correction status
- Due by July 21, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 49 - Child Abuse and Neglect (Article VI.B)
- Official code
- 49-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The operator did not have Form 3040 Student Health Examination on file for each child enrolled. Children Records [SR]
- Report comments
- CHILD K.K. SHOTS EXPIRED 1-23-2025 PHYSICAL EXPIRED 1-24-2023
- Correction status
- Due by July 21, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 52 - Physical Examination and Immunization (Article XV.A)
- Official code
- 52-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The operator did not have a current Form 680, Florida Certificate of Immunization on file for the child(ren) in care. Children Records [SR]
- Report comments
- CHILD K.K SHOTS EXPIRED 01-23-2025
- Correction status
- Due by July 21, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 52 - Physical Examination and Immunization (Article XV.A)
- Official code
- 52-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The home did not have an operable fire extinguisher and/or fire extinguisher with a current certificate. (Section 13.1, number 2) Safety/Health [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection No Current Fire Extinguishers were observed at the location. Provider stated that it will be available after 07/16/2024
- Correction status
- Due by July 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 35 - Fire Safety and Emergency Planning (Article VIII. A and J; 65C-20.010) (Article VIII. A and J; 65C-20.010) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 13 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 26-28)
- Official code
- 35-14
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- There was no verification of level 2 clearance for the substitute. Background Screening [SR]
- Report comments
- A worker present during the daycare hour's of operation did not have a level 2 clearance completed. As the operator and the person confirmed that she is no longer employed by the program. HOUSEHOLD/SUB RECORD
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 47 - Background Screening (Article VII.B)
- Official code
- 47-08
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- There was no statement of a current tuberculosis risk assessment for the substitute.
- Report comments
- A worker present during the daycare hour's of operation did not have a TB screening showing evidence of freedom from tuberculosis. As the operator and the person confirmed that she is no longer employed by the program.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 48 - Physical and TB Certifications (Article VI.C)
- Official code
- 48-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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. (Section 11.3, number 5) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed a container of disinfectant spray, hand sanitizer and lotion on the diaper changing area. Technical assistance was given to ensure the diaper changing area is clear at all times. The operator made corrections by removing all items at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Diaper Changing Area (Article VIII.H) (Article VIII.H) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 11 Health and Sanitation, Page 23-24)
- Official code
- 09-08
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- A hazard was observed in the outdoor play area that poses a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. (Section 9.7, number 1) Physical Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed a cord hanging from the outdoor play area that could cause strangulation. Technical assistance was given to ensure all cords are properly placed to prevent incidents. The provider made corrections by removing the car from the wall to ensure it is out of reach of the children in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Physical Facility in Good Repair (Article VIII.H) (Article VIII.H) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 10 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 21-22)
- Official code
- 15-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The following outdoor play equipment was not properly installed/maintained to be safe for play: [sterring wheel]. (Section 10.1, number 2 and Section 10.2, numbers 2 and 4) Safety/Health [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed two metals objects near he steering wheel that could potentially harm children Technical assistance was given to ensure the play equipment is safe at all times before it is in use. The operator made correction by removing the objects immediately.
- 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
- 31-08
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Bleach/ammonia/soap powder was observed on a low shelf or in an unlocked utility closet that was accessible to children. (Section 9, numbers 4 and 5) Safety/Health [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed a yellow spray bottle of Lysol stored in an unlocked cabinet of the family home. A bottle of rubbing alphol was stored on the pathway that leads to the clear glass doors to enter the playground A glass snowman object was also on the counter that could fall and hurt the children. Technical assistance was given to ensure all chemicals are locked and stored in a secure location.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 32 - Safe Environment (Article VIII.A and 65C-20.010) (Article VIII.A and 65C-20.010) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21)
- Official code
- 32-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Knives/sharp tools were within the reach of children; they were stored in unlocked drawers in the lower part of a counter. (Section 9, numbers 5 and 8) Safety/Health [SR]
- Inspector notes
- observed sharp tools accessible to the children in care. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure the premises is free from all hazards. Observed a large pair of yard scissors a pair of blue weights and a container of motor oil.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 32 - Safe Environment (Article VIII.A and 65C-20.010) (Article VIII.A and 65C-20.010) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21)
- Official code
- 32-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Foods substituted for the planned menu were not included on the posted menu.
- Inspector notes
- observed the menu posted on the wall did not include the lunch the children were served. The menu posted was planned on 7/11/23 showed chicken stir-fry, brown rice carrots and pineapples. The children were observed eating peperoni pizza from papa johns. Technical assistance was given to ensure the director has a substitution menu posted when changes are made at all times. The operator made changes by adding a planned menu and dating it.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 40 - Menu Posted/Filed (Article XI.A) (Article XI.A) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 16.1 Food Hygiene, Page 30)
- Official code
- 40-03
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed every five years after the initial screening. (Section 18.4, number 1) Background Screening [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed a expired background for the household member A.F Technical assistance was given to ensure the provider has updated screening for all household members The operator has a updated report displaying the status of the background screening. HOUSEHOLD/SUB RECORD
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 47 - Background Screening (Article VII.B) (Article VII.B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.4 Background Screening, Pages 38-39)
- Official code
- 47-13
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 explain the process for ensuring that all staff and substitutes have their required background screening documentation completed and on file?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an October 2025 inspection indicate that a substitute's personnel file was missing a signed and notarized affidavit of good moral character.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to verify that any substitute or staff member working with children is fully authorized and meets all screening requirements before they begin their shift?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from October 2025 noted that a substitute providing care was not on the approved written plan and did not meet required screening and training standards.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all staff members have read and signed the required child abuse and neglect guide?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from July and October 2025 show that documentation regarding the child abuse and neglect guide was missing for staff or household members.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current procedure for maintaining updated health and immunization records for both the children in your care and the staff members?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from multiple inspections between 2023 and 2025 show findings related to missing or expired health certifications, TB assessments, and immunization records.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and document fire drills to ensure they are conducted consistently throughout the year?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official report from July 2025 noted that fire drills were not conducted for a period of several months in late 2024 and early 2025.
Related violations