During the licensure year, the operator failed to conduct monthly fire drills utilizing the approved fire alarm system or smoke detector at various dates and times when children are in care.
Correction / follow-up note
A fire drill for the month of February was not completed. Please submit to licensing a brief plan for ensuring fire drills are conducted monthly.
Correction status
Due by March 20, 2026
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 21 - Fire Drills: III.A.
There was evidence that smoking occurred in the home, outdoor play area, during a field trip or in a vehicle used to transport children in care. (Section 9, number 11)
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There was a smell of smoke in an off-limits room where a family member was present. Provider was reminded that there is no smoking on the premises during daycare hours. She stated that smoking is not allowed in the home at all, and she will address it today and ensure it does not happen again.
Enrollment information was on file for the child(ren) and/or available for licensing to review. (Section 18.2, numbers 6 and 7)
Correction / follow-up note
There was a new child in attendance with no enrollment paperwork on file. Please submit all paperwork by 7-18-24.
Correction status
Due by July 18, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 09 - Identification/Enrollment: II.A. II.A. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 36-38)
Official code
09-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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There was no notarized Emergency Medical Release form for the child(ren) enrolled. (Section 18.2, numbers 6 and 7)
Correction / follow-up note
Please submit a notarized EMR for the newly enrolled child.
Correction status
Due by July 18, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 10 - Emergency Medical Release: II.A. II.A. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 36-38)
Official code
10-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The DH Form 680, Florida Certification of Immunization, was no longer current for the child(ren) enrolled. (Section 18.2, number 2)
Correction / follow-up note
Please submit an updated immunization record for the child noted with an expired form. Not Monitored Comments There are no children on medication.
Correction status
Due by July 18, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 12 - Immunization Certificate: II.A. II.A. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 36-38)
Official code
12-03
Higher concern: Hazardous access
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Toxic Substances and/or Hazardous materials including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous items were accessible to children in care. (Section 9, numbers 4 and 5)
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Toxics/hazardous materials were accessible to the children in the bathroom and in the yard. The items were moved at the visit.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 33 - Hazardous Products/Surfaces: IV.A. IV.A. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21)
The home did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [April 2023 was not completed. ].
Correction / follow-up note
Provider and Licensing specialist discussed ways to obtain the signatures, since parents take the brochure but do not return the signed section. The provider will have the parent sign receipt of the brochure at the same time the brochure is handed to the parent moving forward.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 09 - Identification/Enrollment: II.A. II.A. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 36-38)
Official code
09-11
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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A written record of fire drills was incomplete and did not include the following [Full dates, time of day and time taken to complete the drill. ]. (Section 13.2, number 2)
Inspector notes
The provider was reminded that all information needs to be clearly written on the fire drill log, including dates and time taken to complete drill. A fire drill was observed at the visit and all procedures were followed. 12 children and 3 adults participated, and the drill took under 2 minutes.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 21 - Fire Drills: III.A. III.A. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 13 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 26-28)
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
How do you ensure that all hazardous materials and cleaning supplies are kept securely out of reach of children throughout the day?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection show that hazardous materials were previously found in areas accessible to children. Asking this helps you understand the current storage practices and safety measures in place.
Context
The item was moved at the time of the inspection.
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Finding-specific
Could you walk me through your process for scheduling and documenting monthly fire drills?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that maintaining consistent records and conducting monthly fire drills has been a topic of discussion in past reports. This question allows you to learn how the center tracks these essential safety requirements.
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Finding-specific
What steps do you take to maintain the outdoor play area and ensure all equipment remains in good repair?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate that facility maintenance, including outdoor space, has been noted in past inspections. This helps you understand the routine for checking and repairing play areas.
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Finding-specific
How do you manage enrollment paperwork and immunization records to ensure everything is complete and up to date for every child?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection reports show that keeping children's files and required documentation current has been a recurring area of focus. This question helps you understand how the center organizes and monitors these important records.
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General question
What is your daily routine for communicating with parents about their child's day and any updates to center policies?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Regular communication is essential for building a strong partnership between families and childcare providers. This helps you understand how the center keeps parents informed and involved in their child's care.