The outdoor play area that required fencing was not safe and adequate in that [The exit gate was broken and ripped apart.]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, F Health Requirements [SR]
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The fencing around the playground was not safe. The gate was broken and ripped apart. The owner stated that she will get the gate fixed on or before the due date
Correction status
Due by May 22, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Outdoor Time, Fencing, and Play Area Requirements
Official code
15-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
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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 Children's Records [SR]
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Two children immunization Records were expired and need to be updated. Owner stated the documents will be submitted on or before 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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Several children's immunization was expired and need to be updated. Operator informed that the documents will be updated by the stated due date. See the attached supplemental form.
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 2024 documentation was not done.]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, G
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The April 2024 distracted adult brochures parent acknowledgment was not done and need to be done by the due date. Technical assistance provided with the Operator. ENFORCEMENT
Correction status
Due by June 13, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Enrollment Information/ Daily Attendance
Background screening was not completed every five years after the initial screening. 402.313(3), F.S. (Section 18.4, number 1) Large Family [SR]
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Substitute background screening have expired. Five-year rescreen have not been conducted. Operator will have the substitute 5-year background screening completed then the substitute will be able to return to work once screening is cleared eligible. See supplemental form.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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LICENSED FAMILY - 07 - Background Screening Requirements
The operator did not maintain and make available the record of fire drills for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the drill. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21, D (Section 13.2, number 2) Health Requirements [SR]
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Operator must have fire drills each month the Home Daycare is in Operation. The fire drill log did not have a drill logged for April 2023. This drill must be done by the due date and forwarded to the Licensing office to review. Technical assistance with the Operator to ensure Fire drills are being done monthly.
Correction status
Due by June 3, 2023
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
Official code
28-04
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 [Opeartor did not have the required April 2023 acknowledgements.]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, G
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Operator did not have the required April 2023 Distracted Adult parent acknowledgement brochures. The acknowledgement need to be done and sent to the Licensing office by the due date. ENFORCEMENT
Correction status
Due by June 3, 2023
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Enrollment Information/ Daily Attendance
Official code
34-11
Questions to ask
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 does the center ensure that staff background screenings are kept up to date?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an inspection report from November 2023 that identified a need for updated background screening documentation. Asking about the current process helps parents understand how the facility manages these important staff requirements.
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Finding-specific
How do you communicate important safety information and required acknowledgments to families throughout the year?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from 2023 and 2024 indicate that documentation for parent acknowledgments was not always maintained as required. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center ensures all necessary family communications are completed.
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Finding-specific
What is the process for maintaining current immunization records for all children in your care?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2024 and 2026 show that immunization record updates were identified as a topic needing attention. Discussing how the center tracks these dates provides insight into their administrative routines.
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Finding-specific
Can you tell me about your routine for checking outdoor play equipment to ensure it remains in good condition?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from April 2026 noted a concern regarding the condition of the playground gate. This question helps parents understand how the facility monitors and maintains the safety of outdoor play areas.
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Finding-specific
What is your approach to scheduling and documenting monthly emergency drills with the children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An inspection report from May 2023 mentioned that a monthly fire drill record was missing. Asking about this practice helps parents understand how the provider ensures emergency preparedness remains a consistent part of their routine.