The operator failed to maintain and/or document an active Staff Credential Verification on the departments training transcript. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.1.3, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Large Family [SR]
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The provider that is listed in the supplemental had her staff credential expire on 3/11/26. TA was provided the staff credential is required by the due date.
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ the form was not current (expired)]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1, A and B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
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At the time of the inspection, the children's files were reviewed and the child listed in the supplemental had an expired immunization dated 9/25/25. TA was provided that the child will need a current immunization by the due date.
Child care personnel who completed ELFL health and safety modules did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.2.a and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) Large Family [SR]
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The staff listed in the supplemental did cot compete the required SR training that was required by June 30, 2024. TA was provided that all SR staff were required to complete the Health and Nutrition and Safety training.
Correction status
Due by November 3, 2024
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LICENSED FAMILY - 08 - Staff Training
Official code
08-25
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The operator did not have documentation of current vaccination records for the pet observed. Vaccinations are available for this type of animal. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
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At the time of the inspection, the provider was not able to produce the shot records for her 3 dogs. The last shot records the Licensing Specialist reviewed on the inspection conducted on 10/4/23 expired on 5/18/24.
Operator failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for substitutes, employees or household members in the Clearinghouse. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.1, L
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At the time of the inspection, Operator failed to maintain the employee roster. The Child Care Personnel listed on the attached supplement was not removed and/or add to the employee roster within 5 days of separation from the facility. Technical assistance was provided to add or remove staff within ten days of the hire or departure date.
Correction status
Due by April 27, 2024
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LICENSED FAMILY - 07 - Background Screening Requirements
Official code
07-10
Medium concern: Staff training
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The operator, employee or substitutes First Aid training or CPR certification was no longer current. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.1.1, C, 5.1.2, C and 5.3.1, B
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At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Substitute listed on the supplemental did not have current CPR/First Aid. The Substitute CPR/First Aid expired on 3/25/24. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that Substitute completed a current CPR/first aid training.
Correction status
Due by April 27, 2024
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LICENSED FAMILY - 08 - Staff Training
Official code
08-08
Medium concern: Staff training
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The operator did not have documented proof that the large family child care home employee completed pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.3.1, B
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At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Substitute listed on the supplemental only had adult CPR. The Substitute did not have documented proof of pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the Substitute completed child/pediatric CPR training.
Correction status
Due by April 27, 2024
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LICENSED FAMILY - 08 - Staff Training
Official code
08-19
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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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. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21, A
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At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Operator failed to conduct a fire drill in December 2023. Operator advised the Day Care Home was open half the month ofDecember. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that a fire drill is completed monthly. This standard was brought back into compliance as a fire drill was conducted today in the presence of licensing agency. • Fire drill conducted 4/25/23, 5/28/23, 6/15/23, 7/10/23, 8/15/23, 9/11/23, 10/16/23, 11/13/23, 1/8/24, 2/12/24, and 3/6/24. • Emergency preparedness drill conducted 5/28/23 (inclement weather), 7/10/23 (inclement weather), 11/13/23 (inclement weather), and 1/8/24 (lockdown) • Technical assis ... [truncated]
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Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
The operator, employee or substitutes First Aid training or CPR certification was no longer current. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.1.1, C, 5.1.2, C and 5.3.1, B
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The provider listed in the supplemental had an expired CPR and first aid card as of 10/2/23. TA was provided that the CPR and First aid cards are effective for 2 years and the provider will need to take the CPR and first aid class.
Correction status
Due by November 3, 2023
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LICENSED FAMILY - 08 - Staff Training
Official code
08-08
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
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The home did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September in that [there were no signed influenza forms in the children's files.]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, E Children's Records [SR]
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At the time of the inspection, the provider did not have the completed influenza forms in the children's files. TA was provided that they are during annually and must be signed during the month of August or September.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Enrollment Information/ Daily Attendance
Official code
34-05
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
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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 [the provider did not have any signatures for hte distracted driver form that was due in the month of September.]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, G
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At the time of the inspection, the provider did not have any distracted driver signatures from the parents completed for the month of September. TA was provided that the form is required twice annually and must be signed by parents in the months of April and September. ENFORCEMENT
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Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Enrollment Information/ Daily Attendance
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 describe the process for keeping staff background screening records up to date in the clearinghouse?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an instance where the employee roster was not updated within the required timeframe. This question helps clarify how the center manages personnel documentation to ensure compliance.
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Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that all required parent forms, such as those regarding influenza or distracted driving, are completed and signed on time?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report noted that certain annual parent forms were missing from files at the time of the review. This question helps understand the current administrative process for maintaining required enrollment documentation.
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Finding-specific
How do you track staff training, certifications, and credentials to ensure they remain current for all employees and substitutes?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that staff training and certification requirements have been a recurring topic in multiple reports. This question helps parents understand the center's current system for monitoring staff qualifications.
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Finding-specific
What is the process for ensuring that all children's health and immunization records are kept current and complete?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate that maintaining current health and immunization documentation has been noted as an area for improvement in past inspections. This question helps clarify how the center tracks these important records for all children in care.
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General question
How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes to center policies?
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Why ask this
Establishing clear communication channels helps families stay informed about daily operations and center expectations. This question provides insight into how the provider keeps parents engaged and updated.