The home did not provide protective covers for all electrical outlets within the children's reach.
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, observed 2 uncapped outlets located on the base of the wall in the living room area where the children nap. The Operator capped the outlets at the time of the inspection. T.A - Outlets in reach of the children must be capped when not in use at all times.
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Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 19 - Lighting and Electrical (Article VIII.A)
There was no verification of a current medical examination for the operator of the family day care home.
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Valid TB risk assessment not available for the operator M.C. The YES/NO box was not checked off.
Correction status
Due by February 21, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 48 - Physical and TB Certifications (Article VI.C)
Official code
48-04
Low concern: Recordkeeping
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The operator did not have complete enrollment information on file for the child(ren) in care.
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Parent's signature , child's physician, phone number missing form enrollment application for J.G. Please be advised that enrollment applications must be filled out in its entirety at the time of enrollment.
Correction status
Due by February 21, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 51 - Childrens Records and Enrollment (Article XV.A and B)
Official code
51-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The operator did not have a current Form 680, Florida Certificate of Immunization on file for the child(ren) in care.
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Current immunization not available for N.S. Immunization on file expired on1/30/2025. Please be advised that a current immunization is required for all children enrolled.
Correction status
Due by February 21, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 52 - Physical Examination and Immunization (Article XV.A)
The wall in the [daycare room] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [peeling paint/ Baseboard is disrepair ].
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The provider repainted the walls in the living area, and on the wall above the electrical out let. However, The wall in disrepair in the Daycare room such as peeling paint on base of the wall, broken based board. Also part of the wall is replaced with dry wall which is not in good condition due to opening on the side .
Correction status
Due by August 16, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 20 - Wall and Ceiling (Article VIII.H)
The following areas of the home contained debris or unnecessary equipment/materials: [Baby walker, blocks, books , toys , food].
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Observe two play pens there were unrelated item stored inside such as baby walker, blocks, toys, food containers, please be advise to remove.
Correction status
Due by July 22, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Physical Facility in Good Repair (Article VIII.H)
Official code
15-03
Low concern: Administrative posting
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The wall in the [living room] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [peeling paint].
Inspector notes
Observe what appears to be peeling paint located on the walls of living room area, upon touch the paint was flaking off. Observed a wall in disrepair in the Daycare room such as peeling paint on base of the wall, broken based board. Also part of the wall is replaced with dry wall which is not in good condition due to opening on the side . peeling paint on the wall above the electrical outlet.
Correction status
Due by July 22, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 20 - Wall and Ceiling (Article VIII.H)
Official code
20-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
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Bleach/ammonia/soap powder was observed on a low shelf or in an unlocked utility closet that was accessible to children.
Inspector notes
Observed in unlock storage room, in drawer there were two lighters which are accessible to the children in care.
Correction status
Due by July 22, 2024
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 32 - Safe Environment (Article VIII.A and 65C-20.010)
Official code
32-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
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Knives/sharp tools were within the reach of children; they were stored in unlocked drawers in the lower part of a counter.
Inspector notes
No gate was observed in the kitchen area. Observed two knives located in the drawer.
Correction status
Due by July 22, 2024
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 32 - Safe Environment (Article VIII.A and 65C-20.010)
Official code
32-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
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A container with a warning label to keep out of the reach of children was observed accessible to children in the [Febrezze spray].
Inspector notes
Observed in unlock storage room item such as drawer of four Febreze spray.
Correction status
Due by July 22, 2024
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 32 - Safe Environment (Article VIII.A and 65C-20.010)
Official code
32-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
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There was no documentation that parents had received written notification of an animal observed on the premises.
Inspector notes
Observed 1 dog and 4 birds in the home , the provider did not have any documentation that parents received a written notification of an animal being observed on the premises.
Correction status
Due by July 22, 2024
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 34 - Animals/Pets (Article VIII.A and 65C-20.010)
Official code
34-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The home had no evidence of a planned menu.
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Per Provider , she did not complete a menu for the week of 7/8-11/2024. The menu was not complete and was not posted.
Correction status
Due by July 22, 2024
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 40 - Menu Posted/Filed (Article XI.A)
Official code
40-01
Higher concern: Background screening
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There was no verification of level 2 clearance for the substitute.
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No current background screening available for the substitute (SC) .
Knives/sharp tools were within the reach of children; they were stored in unlocked drawers in the lower part of a counter.
Inspector notes
Observed several steak knives in an unlocked drawer of the kitchen cabinet. The knives were at a height that were accessible to the children, The Provider removed all the knives at the time of inspection and placed in the upper cabinets.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 32 - Safe Environment (Article VIII.A and 65C-20.010)
Official code
32-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
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Bottles of formula/beverage were not individually labeled.
Inspector notes
Observed 2 bottles of formula that were not labeled. The Provider labeled the bottles at the time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 43 - Infant Feeding (Article XI.E)
Official code
43-03
Higher concern: Background screening
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There was no verification of level 2 clearance for a household member.
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Level 2 Clearance not available for household member P.C. HOUSEHOLD/SUB RECORD
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
Can you walk me through your current process for ensuring that all household members and substitutes have up-to-date background screenings?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that background screening documentation for household members and substitutes has been an area of focus in past inspections.
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Finding-specific
How do you manage the storage of household items, such as cleaning supplies or sharp tools, to ensure they remain inaccessible to children throughout the day?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report indicates that items requiring restricted access were previously found in areas reachable by children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your system for tracking and updating health records, such as immunization forms, to ensure every child's file is complete?
Why ask this
Why ask this
The available inspection records show that keeping current immunization documentation on file has been a recurring topic in past reports.
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Finding-specific
How do you maintain the physical condition of the home to ensure that areas like walls and baseboards are kept in good repair?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records note that maintenance of the physical facility, specifically regarding wall and baseboard condition, has been identified in previous inspections.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that enrollment forms are reviewed for completeness when a family first joins your program?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report mentions that some enrollment information was found to be incomplete in the past.