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
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Documentation of current immunizations for the pet were not available for review upon requested. T.A. Animals, pets or fowl must be properly vaccinated, if vaccinations are available for the type of animal, pet or fowl; and be free from disease. Animals that are poisonous, aggressive, venomous, or pose a potential threat of harm to children in care are prohibited. Custodial parents or legal guardian must be informed in writing of all animals on the premises of the home. Such information may be provided by way of a parent flyer, a notification statement, or a statement included in the childs enrollment form. Documentation of current immunizations must be available for review u ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by July 3, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Animal Vaccinations
Official code
10-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a, Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1, A
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Licensing Specialist reviewing the children file notice that not all children in care have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a, Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681) within the 30 days of enrollment. T.A. The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form, Parts A-1, B, and/or C, DH 680 (July 2010), or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681 (July 2008), which are incorporated herein by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o) and (p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment. DH Form 680 and DH Fo ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by June 10, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Immunization Records
Official code
32-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2, A
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Licensing Specialist reviewing the children file notice that not all children in care have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), within the 30 days of enrollment. T.A. The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed DH 3040, Student Health Examination form, incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, or a signed statement by an authorized professional that indicates the results of the components of the form are included in the health examination from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment.
Required background screening was missing for: [ juvenile family members 12 and older (an FDLE check)]. 402.313(3) F.S.
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Licensing Specialist reviewing the household members file encountered that a background screening was missing for a juvenile. Extended time frame gives in to get the results due to the holidays. T.A. Child care personnel in family day care homes shall be subject to the applicable screening provisions contained in ss. 402.305(2) and 402.3055. For purposes of screening in family day care homes, the term includes any member over the age of 12 years of a family day care home operators family, or persons over the age of 12 years residing with the operator in the family day care home. Members of the operators family, or persons residing with the operator, who are between the ages o ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 27, 2026
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LICENSED FAMILY - 07 - Background Screening Requirements
Official code
07-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The Student Health Examination was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2
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Licensing Specialist reviewing children file encountered that not all children have on file a current Health Examination. T.A. The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed DH 3040, Student Health Examination form, incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, or a signed statement by an authorized professional that indicates the results of the components of the form are included in the health examination from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment.
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 your current process for keeping pet vaccination records updated and available for review?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in June 2026 indicate that documentation for a pet's vaccinations was not available at that time.
Context
A later clean inspection occurred on June 23, 2026.
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Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure all required background screenings for household members are completed and documented on time?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from December 2025 noted that a background screening was missing for a household member.
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Finding-specific
How do you manage the tracking of children's health and immunization records to ensure they remain current after enrollment?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from December 2025 and June 2026 show multiple instances where health or immunization documentation was missing or expired for children in care.
Context
A later clean inspection occurred on June 23, 2026.
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General question
What is your routine for communicating with families about the presence of animals in the home?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how a provider shares information about pets helps families feel comfortable and informed about the environment where their children spend their day.
General question
How do you handle the transition process for new children to ensure all their necessary health paperwork is collected within the first 30 days?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Asking about the enrollment process helps parents understand how the provider stays organized with important health documentation requirements.