Toileting facilities were not maintained in a sanitary condition. (Section 10) Toilet/Bath Facility [SR]
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Toileting facilities were not maintained in a sanitary condition. The potty chairs were used by children in care, and the waste was not emptied after each use. Instead, the provider allowed the potty to be reused until it reached a desired amount before emptying it into the toilet
Correction status
Due by June 22, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Toilet and Bath Facilities (Article VIII.H) (Article VIII.H) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 11 Health and Sanitation, Page 23-24)
Official code
28-01
Higher concern: Background screening
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There was no signed statement from the operator stating the number of hours the substitute(s) worked.
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There was no signed statement from the operator stating the number of hours the substitute for review at the time of inspection. BACKGROUND SCREENING
There was no verification of level 2 clearance for the operator of the family day care home. (Section 18.4; Section 2.1, number 2; Section 2.2, number 1) Background Screening [SR]
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There was no verification of level 2 clearance for the operator of the family day care home, for review at the time of inspection.
There was no verification of level 2 clearance for the substitute. (Section 18.4; Section 2.1, number 2; Section 2.2, number 1) Background Screening [SR]
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There was no verification of level 2 clearance for the substitute for review at the time of the inspection. HOUSEHOLD/SUB RECORD
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. (Section 18.3, number 3) Household/Sub Record [SR]
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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
The operator's certification in First Aid/CPR was no longer current.
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The operators certification in First Aid/CPR was not available for review.
Correction status
Due by June 22, 2026
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PERSONNEL - 50 - Training Requirements (Article VI.B) (Article VI.B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 12.4 First Aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation, Page 25-26 and Section 17 Training Requirements, Pages 32-35)
Official code
50-07
Medium concern: Staff training
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The substitute's certification in First Aid/CPR was no longer current.
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The substitutes certification in First Aid/CPR was not available for review at the time of inspection. CHILDREN RECORDS
Correction status
Due by June 22, 2026
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PERSONNEL - 50 - Training Requirements (Article VI.B) (Article VI.B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 12.4 First Aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation, Page 25-26 and Section 17 Training Requirements, Pages 32-35)
The operator failed to conduct at least one fire drill during naptime as required.
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35-3 Class 3 No Fire Drill During Naptime Violation Detail: The operator failed to conduct at least one fire drill during naptime as required. At the time of this FCCH license renewal inspection, the provider was missing a nap time fire drill on their fire drill log. Technical Assistance was provided to the provider by reminding them that they need to perform a fire drill during naptime and record it on the fire drill log
Correction status
Due by December 31, 2025
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 35 - Fire Safety and Emergency Planning (Article VIII. A and J; 65C-20.010)
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
15-5: Hazard Outdoor Play Area Threat to Health/Safety/Well-Being [SR] Violation Detail: 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) On the outdoor playground area, it was observed that a swing that is not age appropriate was on the playground area. Technical Assistance was provided to the provider by explaining to the provider that the swing can be used for their own personal use but cannot be used by the children because it is not age appropriate and that the swing needs to be removed from the playground area. It was also observed that a piece of playground equipment did not ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by December 31, 2025
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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
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The operator failed to conduct at least one fire drill during naptime as required.
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35-3: No Fire Drill During Naptime Violation Detail: The operator failed to conduct at least one fire drill during naptime as required. At the time of this license renewal inspection, there were no fire drills conducted during nap time. Technical Assistance was provided to the provider by reminding them that they need to perform a fire drill during naptime and record it on the fire drill log.
Correction status
Due by December 31, 2025
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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
35-03
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
There was no verification of level 2 clearance for a household member. (Section 18.4; Section 2.1, number 2; Section 2.2, number 1) Background Screening [SR]
Inspector notes
47-9: No Level 2 Clearance for Household Member [SR] Violation Detail: There was no verification of level 2 clearance for a household member. (Section 18.4; Section 2.1, number 2; Section 2.2, number 1) At the time of the license renewal inspection, it was observed that the household member's clearinghouse background screening was incomplete. Technical Assistance was provided to the provider that the household member needs to complete their clearinghouse background screening. HOUSEHOLD/SUB RECORD
There was no statement of a current tuberculosis risk assessment for a household/family member older than 12 years of age.
Inspector notes
48-3: No Current TB Screening for Household Member Violation Detail: There was no statement of a current tuberculosis risk assessment for a household/family member older than 12 years of age. At the time of this license renewal inspection, it was observed that the household member was missing their TB screening document as well as their physical. Technical Assistance was provided to the provider by explaining to them that their household member needs to have their TB/Physical Screening documents.
Documentation of in-service training for the operator was not recorded on Form OEL-SR-6207, In-service Training Record School Readiness Program, or on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-Service Training Record for providers licensed and/or regulated by DCF. (Section 17.6, numbers 5 and 6) Household/Sub Record [SR]
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50-15: 10 Hour In-Service Not Documented [SR] Violation Detail: Documentation of in-service training for the operator was not recorded on Form OEL-SR-6207, In-service Training Record School Readiness Program, or on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-Service Training Record for providers licensed and/or regulated by DCF. (Section 17.6, numbers 5 and 6) At the time of this license renewal inspection, the provider's substitute did not have their 10 Hour Inservice Log filled out. Technical Assistance was provided to the provider by explaining to them that the substitute needs to have their 10 Hour Inservice Log filled out and that they can email the completed document back to the He ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by December 31, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 50 - Training Requirements (Article VI.B) (Article VI.B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 12.4 First Aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation, Page 25-26 and Section 17 Training Requirements, Pages 32-35)
Official code
50-15
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The operator did not have complete enrollment information on file for the child(ren) in care. (Section 18.2, numbers 6 and 7) Children Records [SR]
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51-2: Incomplete Enrollment Information [SR] Violation Detail: The operator did not have complete enrollment information on file for the child(ren) in care. (Section 18.2, numbers 6 and 7) At the time of this license renewal inspection, a child's file was missing the medical contact information. Technical Assistance was provided to the provider by reminding them that the child's enrollment form needs to be completely filled out.
Correction status
Due by December 31, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 51 - Childrens Records and Enrollment (Article XV.A and B) (Article XV.A and B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 36-38)
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. (Section 18.2, number 2) Children Records [SR]
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52-4: Missing form 680 Immunization Certificate (SR) Violation Detail: The operator did not have a current Form 680, Florida Certificate of Immunization on file for the child(ren) in care. (Section 18.2, number 2) At the time of this license renewal inspection, an immunization certificate was found to be expired. Technical Assistance was provided to the provider by reminding them that the children's immunization records need to current.
The operator did not have parents sign a statement that they had received information regarding the specific types of discipline used for each age group. (Section 8, number 3) Children Records [SR]
Inspector notes
53-2: No Signed Statement of Discipline Policy [SR] Violation Detail: The operator did not have parents sign a statement that they had received information regarding the specific types of discipline used for each age group. (Section 8, number 3) At the time of this license renewal inspection, the signed discipline/termination/expulsion documents were not observed to be in the children's files. Technical Assistance was provided to the provider by explaining to the provider that these documents need to be included in the children's files.
The custodial parents or legal guardians were not provided written notification of the homes expulsion policy. (Section 8, number 3) Children Records [SR]
Inspector notes
53-9: Written Notification of Expulsion Policy Not Provided [SR] Violation Details: The custodial parents or legal guardians were not provided written notification of the homes expulsion policy. (Section 8, number 3) At the time of this license renewal inspection, the signed discipline/termination/expulsion documents were not observed to be in the children's files. Technical Assistance was provided to the provider by explaining to the provider that these documents need to be included in the children's files. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments . Counselor Comments FDOH Inspection: Unsatisfactory School Readiness Inspection: Unsatisfactory License Renewal Inspection comp ... [truncated]
The Department was not informed in writing that the family day care home regularly provides transportation for children.
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection the provider stated that she has been transporting children to the park. Per review of the providers files, she failed to notify the parents and the Department of transportation services. Provided TA to the provider and explained the process regarding vehicle inspections, transportation paperwork submissions and importance of parental notification. Provider stated she will no longer transport children and provided Department with signed written notification.
The following areas of the home contained debris or unnecessary equipment/materials: [backyard next to child care playground]. Physical Facility [SR]
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At the time of the inspection while observing the outdoor play area, gardening equipment, paint buckets and bricks, were located directly in front of child care play equipment. 2 hedge scissors, 1 rack, 2 shovels, 1 trash can, 2 brooms, 2 shovels, 8 buckets of paint, several piled bricks Provided TA regarding items being accessible and a hazard to children. Provider relocated items.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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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 home did not provide protective covers for all electrical outlets within the children's reach.
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of the inspection, observed several uncovered outlets. Advised provider to cover them and they promptly do so. Violation corrected at time of inspection
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 19 - Lighting and Electrical (Article VIII.A)
Official code
19-01
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. Safety/Health [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection observed a clorox spray bottle located on the counter in the kitchen area. Provided TA and informed operator that all chemicals must be out of the reach of children. Provider removed spray bottle and relocated into a secure cabinet with a child safety lock. At the time of the inspection cigarette butts and a cigarette pack was located on the desk in the area that the children watch TV. Provided TA regarding products being accessible to children. Provider removed items and properly disposed of them.
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
32-01
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 [area that they watch TV]. Safety/Health [SR]
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At the time of the inspection a lighter was located on the desk in the area that the children watch TV. Provided TA regarding product being accessible to children. Provider removed item and properly disposed of it.
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
32-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
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The family day care home operator failed to inform parents that someone living in the home smoked. Safety/Health [SR]
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At the time of the inspection cigarette butts and a cigarette pack was located on the desk in the area that the children watch TV. Per a review of the children's files and daycare handbook. Parents were not properly notified that someone in the home smokes.
Correction status
Due by July 26, 2024
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 32 - Safe Environment (Article VIII.A and 65C-20.010)
Official code
32-08
Medium concern: Facility condition
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The operator failed to advise parents in advance of a field trip.
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of inspection provider stated she transports children to the local park. Per review of daycare handbook and children's files, she failed to provide parents with notification of field trips being offered. Provided TA that parents must always be notified, when children are being removed from the Day Care on Field Trips.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 38 - Field Trips (Article XVI)
Official code
38-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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Bottles of formula/beverage were not individually labeled. Food And Nutrition [SR]
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At the time of the inspection a unlabeled bottle was located on the desk in the area that the children watch TV. Provider labels cups the time of the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 43 - Infant Feeding (Article XI.E)
There was no verification that a local criminal records check had been completed for a Household Member.
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Missing for a family member PJ who is over 21 years old and lives on the property TA: Background screening should be done for all residents over the age of 18 HOUSEHOLD/SUB RECORD
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]
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The fire extinguisher was last served on March 22 TA: Fire extinguisher should have a current certificate
Correction status
Due by November 29, 2023
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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)
Although the caregiver was present, the needs of children were not being met as evidenced by [2 unsupervised infants]. General Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of the inspection both owner and substitute were at the front entrance (first living room), both talking to a parent who was picking up a child. while there were two infants in the back living room alone while napping in the carpet (infants one is 8 month, the other is 7 month old) TA: Children need to be supervised at all times Corrected at the time of the inspection
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Supervision (Article VI.D and Article VII.E )
Official code
11-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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The operator did not conduct a fire drill for the month(s) of [April and May]. Safety/Health [SR]
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No fire drill done for April, and May TA: Emergency drills must be conducted every month
Correction status
Due by June 15, 2023
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 35 - Fire Safety and Emergency Planning (Article VIII. A and J; 65C-20.010)
Official code
35-01
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
There was no verification that a local criminal records check had been completed for a Household Member.
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No background screening for a family member, over the age of 18 who stays coming back from work 4 days a week, from 4:00 PM to 5:00PM TA: Households members over the age of 18 who stay home during operating hours should be background level 2 screening HOUSEHOLD/SUB RECORD
The operator did not have any enrollment information on file for the child(ren) in care. Children Records [SR]
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Missing for one child TA: Enrollment information should be keep on file
Correction status
Due by June 15, 2023
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PERSONNEL - 51 - Childrens Records and Enrollment (Article XV.A and B)
Official code
51-01
Higher concern: Child guidance
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The operator did not have parents sign a statement that they had received information regarding the specific types of discipline used for each age group. Children Records [SR]
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No signed statement of disciplinary policy for a child TA: Parents should received written statement of discipline policy Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments No comments Counselor Comments Unsatisfactory ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Llenni Lopez Gutierrez 06/06/2023 ____________________________________________ Received by: Theresa Daniels 06/06/2023
Correction status
Due by July 6, 2023
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PERSONNEL - 53 - Discipline Policy and Daily Program (Article XII.A - F)
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 ensuring all required background screening documentation is complete and on file for yourself, any substitutes, and household members?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a June 2026 inspection indicate that required background screening documentation, including attestations for reading child abuse and neglect materials, was missing for the operator, substitutes, or household members.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you maintain your health and training records, such as First Aid and CPR certifications, to ensure they remain current for everyone in the home?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show multiple instances where staff training documentation, including First Aid and CPR certifications, was not current or available for review.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure that all health records, such as tuberculosis risk assessments and immunization certificates, are kept up to date for children and household members?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection reports from 2025 and 2026 note that tuberculosis risk assessments and immunization records were missing or expired for household members and children in care.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that your facility, including outdoor play areas and toileting facilities, is consistently maintained in a clean and safe condition?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from recent inspections include findings regarding the maintenance of sanitary conditions in toileting areas and the presence of hazards in outdoor play spaces.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your routine for conducting and documenting emergency drills, such as fire drills, to ensure all children are prepared?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection reports show that the facility has previously missed required fire drills, including those specifically during naptime.