Sec. 402.305(4)(a), Florida Statutes: Minimum standards for the care of children in a licensed child care facility as established by rule of the department must include: 1. For children from birth through 1 year of age, there must be one child care personnel for every four children. 2. For children 1 year of age or older, but under 2 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every six children. 3. For children 2 years of age or older, but under 3 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 11 children. 4. For children 3 years of age or older, but under 4 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 15 children. 5. For children 4 years of age or older, but under 5 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 20 children. 6. For children 5 years of age or older, there must be one child care personnel for every 25 children. A ratio of [3] child care personnel for [14 Toddlers. ] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [14 Toddlers was observed. ] children was observed. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Ratios/Discipline [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Ratio was observed during naptime: Infants 2:6, Toddlers 2:14 , Twos 2:10, 1:11, Threes 2:18, and Vpk 2:17. Toddler classroom was observed with a total of 14 children and only two staff members. Ratio was corrected at the time of the inspection; a 3 staff member was assigned to the classroom.
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Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec.
7.4, Handbook: Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site and available for review by the licensing authority. Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Staff Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed personnel files in disarray and several documents were missing or unavailable including proof of education, attestation of good moral character, current DCF training transcripts, and 5131 form documents, fire extinguisher training, etc. Provider was given additional time to send via emails all pending documents. Two emails received on 11/20/2025 documents that were missing and not available at the time of the onsite inspection visit. See supplemental notes. Page 1 of 5 RATIOS/DISCIPLINE
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Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Personnel Records Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec.
Official code
06-01
Higher concern: Transportation
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3.8.4(A) and (C), Handbook: During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care. The operator must maintain a written record of the fire drills showing the date, number of children and child care personnel in attendance, evacuation route used, and time taken for all individuals to evacuate the premises. During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Registration/Certificates [SR]
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During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted for the month of September 2025 at various dates and times when children were in care. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3). Onsite evacuation fire drill was conducted during today onsite inspection to suffice the missing month.
4.1, Handbook: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must successfully complete the departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. The facility did not have documentation of child care personnel's completion of required training on the training transcript in that [see below].
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Two staff members did not complete the DCF 30 hours training within the required time frame.
Correction status
Due by June 27, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
03-02
Medium concern: Staff training
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Sec 7-30(a)(3), Ordinance: All child care personnel who provide care to infants at child care facilities shall, prior to caring for such infants, successfully complete the most current training course approved by the local licensing agency relating to providing an infant safe sleep environment, as identified on the local licensing agencys website. The owner of a child care facility must ensure that all such child care personnel are in compliance with the training requirements of this section, and that such training is renewed every 2 years, in the same manner as provided for the initial training. Successful completion of the required training must be evidenced by a certificate, or any equivalent documentation, issued by the applicable training organization in the name of the individual who completed the course and indicating the date the course was completed. Documentation evidencing compliance with the training requirements under this section shall be included in the individual's personnel file maintained at the child care facility. Child care personnel working with infants did not have the required training.
Correction / follow-up note
Child care personnel who provide care to infants did not complete the safe Sleep training.
Correction status
Due by June 27, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
03-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
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Sec. 7-32, Ordinance: Before the first day of employment at a child care facility, all child care personnel, excluding temporary substitutes, must have on file at the child care facility a signed statement from a licensed physician or authorized agent of the Florida Department of Health attesting that the person is in good health in order to care for children in a child care facility setting. The health assessment statement shall be documented on a form prescribed by the local licensing agency and updated at least every two years. Child Care personnel did not have a current health statement on file.
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A staff member did not have a current health statement on file.
Correction status
Due by June 27, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-32, Ordinance
Official code
05-01
Higher concern: Sleep safety
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3.6.1(G) and (H), Handbook: Bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. Bedding and linens shall not be stored in the bathroom, unless stored in cabinets. The storage of bedding and/or linens was not sanitary. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
Inspector notes
Bedding was not stored properly in one of the classrooms. Some bedding and lines were observed on the floor and not separated to prevent direct contact with other bedding.
Correction status
Due by June 10, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 19 - Napping Space Group: DCF Handbook
Official code
19-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
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3.10.2(E), Handbook: When children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. Toilet/Bath Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
The diapering pads were observed with several stains.
Correction status
Due by June 10, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 25 - Diaper Changing Procedures Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
25-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
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6, Handbook: Personnel are required to be educated on the facilitys exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter. Written documentation that child care personnel have participated in the facilitys annual refresher education for the exposure plan and understand the proper procedures in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids must be retained for 12 months and be available for licensing to review. The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facility's exposure plan. Health Program [SR]
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There was no documentation that child care personnel participated in the exposure plan/blood borne training.
Correction status
Due by June 27, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 29 - Communicable Diseases/Care Of Sick Child Group: DCF Handbook
Official code
29-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
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3.9.5(B), Handbook: Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily. 3.9.6(B), Handbook: The provider must make sure all formula and food brought from home are labeled with the childs first and last name. The provider is responsible for the label; therefore, if the label is not completed by the parent, the facility staff must put the label on when the formula or food is received. Bottles, sippy cups or food were not labeled and/or stored properly. Food Service/Nutrition [SR]
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Some bottles and sippy cups were not labeled. Technical assistance was provided regarding bottle storage and food preparation area.
Correction status
Due by June 27, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Feeding Procedure/Seating Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
5.1(A), Handbook: A screening must be conducted as a condition of employment. Level 2 screening as outlined in s. 435.04, F.S., is required for all child care personnel and includes a criminal records check (both national and statewide), a sexual predator and sexual offender registry search, and child abuse and neglect history of any state in which an individual resided during the preceding 5 years. Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. Staff Requirements [SR]
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This standard was previously cited for being out of compliance on the inspection conducted on 11/19/2024. One staff member did not have a valid background screening on file. See supplemental inspection sheet for more information.
Correction status
Due by December 5, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-29, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
Official code
01-01
Medium concern: Staff training
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4.1, Handbook: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must successfully complete the departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. The facility did not have documentation of child care personnel's completion of required training on the training transcript in that [See comments].
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This standard was previously cited for being out of compliance on the inspection conducted on 11/19/2024. See supplemental inspection sheet for additional information.
Correction status
Due by December 16, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
5.1(A), Handbook: A screening must be conducted as a condition of employment. Level 2 screening as outlined in s. 435.04, F.S., is required for all child care personnel and includes a criminal records check (both national and statewide), a sexual predator and sexual offender registry search, and child abuse and neglect history of any state in which an individual resided during the preceding 5 years. Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Staff Requirements [SR]
Report comments
Two staff members did not have a valid background screening on file. See supplemental inspection sheet for more information.
Correction status
Due by November 20, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-29, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
Official code
01-01
Medium concern: Staff training
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4.1, Handbook: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must successfully complete the departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. The facility did not have documentation of child care personnel's completion of required training on the training transcript in that [See comments ].
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Staff required 30 hours training was not completed within the time frame. See supplemental inspection sheet for more information.
Correction status
Due by December 4, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
Official code
03-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
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Sec. 7-32, Ordinance: Before the first day of employment at a child care facility, all child care personnel, excluding temporary substitutes, must have on file at the child care facility a signed statement from a licensed physician or authorized agent of the Florida Department of Health attesting that the person is in good health in order to care for children in a child care facility setting. The health assessment statement shall be documented on a form prescribed by the local licensing agency and updated at least every two years. Child Care personnel did not have a current health statement on file.
Correction / follow-up note
5 staff members did not have current proof of medical statement on file. See supplemental inspection sheet for more information.
Correction status
Due by December 4, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-32, Ordinance Sec. 7-32, Ordinance
Official code
05-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
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3.2(D), Handbook: Narcotics, alcohol, or other impairing drugs/paraphernalia must not be present on the premises or in vehicles used by child care facility. An alcoholic beverage and/or controlled substance was observed on the premises. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Facility/Storage [SR]
Inspector notes
Alcoholic beverages were observed on the premises in two of the kitchen cabinets. The director stated that the alcoholic beverages belong to the church.
Correction status
Due by November 20, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
Official code
10-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
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3.10.2(B), Handbook: Hands must be washed and dried thoroughly after each diapering or toileting procedure, and all surfaces that have been touched must be cleaned and sanitized or disinfected to prevent the spread of germs. Staff did not wash hands after diapering/toileting a child. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Toilet/Bath Facility [SR]
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There was no water available at the handwashing station located in the infant room. Technical assistance was provided regarding the diapering procedure.
Correction status
Due by November 20, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 25 - Diaper Changing Procedures Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
Official code
25-07
Medium concern: Staff training
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4.2.4(A), Handbook: One child care personnel with current and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and one child care personnel with current and valid certificate of course completion for pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures must be present at all times that children are in care. The same child care personnel may satisfy both requirements. Documentation of first aid training must be kept on file and available for licensing to review. There was no trained staff on the premises. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Program [SR]
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Staff first aid/CPR training certificate on file was expired. There was no staff with current first aid and CPR training. FOOD SERVICE/NUTRITION
Correction status
Due by December 4, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 30 - First Aid/CPR Certification Group: DCF Handbook DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
Official code
30-01
Higher concern: Transportation
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Sec. 7-3(j), Ordinance: Licenses for child care facilities and registrations for substantial compliance facilities expire one year after the last day of the month of issuance and must be renewed on or before that expiration date. The license for operation of this facility has expired.
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The renewal application was due in the CCLE office by November 15, 2024. As of the date of this report, the application has not yet been received. THE EMERY AND MIMI GREEN CHABAD PRESCHOOL S17BO0053 / R1202 6700 NW 44th St Lauderhill FL 33319 Re-Licensure 11/19/2024 Page 5 of 6
4.1, Handbook: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry.See the Supplemental Inspection Sheet for staff who did not begin the training within 90 days of employment.
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One of the staff members cited on the previous inspection did not begin the training within 90 days of employment. See supplemental sheet for additional information. The other items cited on the previous inspection regarding training and safe sleep training requirements came into compliance by the due date.
Correction status
Due by November 23, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handb (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
Official code
03-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
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Sec. 7-4.05(b), Ordinance: Prior to the first day of being employed by a child care facility, all child care personnel, excluding temporary substitutes, shall have on file at the child care facility a signed statement from a licensed physician or authorized agent of a Florida County Health Department attesting that the employee is in good health in order to care for children.The health assessment statement shall be documented on the No. 8, Physicians Statement of Good Health for Child Care Center Personnel, and updated every two (2) years.See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff without current No. 8 on file.
Correction / follow-up note
There was no evidence on file that three staff member have obtain the medical statement of good health. See supplemental sheet for additional information.
Correction status
Due by November 30, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-4.05, Ordinance Sec. 7-4.05, Ordinance
Official code
05-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
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3.1(A), Handbook: All child care facilities must be in good repair, free from health and safety hazards. Areas of the facility were found to be in need of repair in the following areas [See comments]. (Section 10, number 1) Facility/Storage [SR]
Inspector notes
The following areas were observed in need of repair: Replace/fix ceiling tiles in above the infant area observed with water stains. • Repair white fence observed broken in the toddler playground area. (restrain children access to this are until it is fixed) • Fence in the larger playground area was observed with gabs at the bottom of the fence. (restrain children access to this are until it is fixed) •
Correction status
Due by December 16, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
4.1, Handbook: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry.See the Supplemental Inspection Sheet for staff who did not begin the training within 90 days of employment.
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There was no evidence on file that three (3) staff members have begun training within 90 days of employment. See supplemental sheet for additional information.
Correction status
Due by July 7, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handb (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
Official code
03-02
Medium concern: Staff training
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Sec 7-4.02(j), Ordinance: All child care personnel who provide care to infants at child care facilities shall, prior to caring for such infants, successfully complete the most current training course(s) approved by the local licensing agency relating to providing an infant safe sleep environment, as identified on the local licensing agency's website. The owner of a child care facility must ensure that all such child care personnel are in compliance with the training requirements of this section, and that such training is renewed every two (2) years, in the same manner as provided for the initial training. Successful completion of the required training must be evidenced by a certificate, or any equivalent documentation, issued by the applicable training organization in the name of the individual who completed the course and indicating the date the course was completed. Documentation evidencing compliance with the training requirements under this section shall be included in the individual's personnel file maintained at the child care facility. See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff missing the required training.
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The staff members supervising the infant classroom did not have on file the safe sleep training approved by licensing. Technical assistance was provided regarding this standard requirements. Please see link below to access the training: https://cribsforkids.org/safe-sleep-ambassador/ Page 1 of 7
Correction status
Due by June 12, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handb (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
Official code
03-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
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Sec. 7-4.05(b), Ordinance: Prior to the first day of being employed by a child care facility, all child care personnel, excluding temporary substitutes, shall have on file at the child care facility a signed statement from a licensed physician or authorized agent of a Florida County Health Department attesting that the employee is in good health in order to care for children.The health assessment statement shall be documented on the No. 8, Physicians Statement of Good Health for Child Care Center Personnel, and updated every two (2) years.See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff without current No. 8 on file.
Correction / follow-up note
There was no proof on file that one staff member updated the No 8 Physician's Statement of Good Health for Child Care Center Personnel. See supplemental sheet for additional information.
Correction status
Due by June 21, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-4.05, Ordinance Sec. 7-4.05, Ordinance
Official code
05-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
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3.1(A), Handbook: All child care facilities must be in good repair, free from health and safety hazards. Areas of the facility were found to be in need of repair in the following areas [See commnents]. (Section 10, number 1) Facility/Storage [SR]
Inspector notes
Ceiling tiles in the infant classroom and by the boy's bathroom were observed with water stains.
Correction status
Due by July 7, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
11-13
Higher concern: Hazardous access
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Sec. 7-5.01(f), Ordinance:Medicines, cleaning supplies, flammables, and other potentially poisonous supplies shall be stored and locked in a place out of a child's reach and in such a manner as to ensure the safety of the children. All surfaces or items accessible to children shall be free of toxic materials, and pose no threat to the health and safety of the children or personnel. Lead-based paints are prohibited.3.2(A), Handbook: All areas and surfaces accessible to children must be free from toxic substances, bio contaminants, and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including power tools, plastic bags, matches, candles, lighters, etc. A toxic substance was accessible to children. (Section 10, number 4) Facility/Storage [SR]
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Cleaning products were observe unlocked in both (boys and girls) bathrooms. Cleaning products were removed and locked at the time of the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 12 - Toxins/Hazardous Materials Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
12-05
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
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7.5 and (A), Handbook:Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program.Attendance devices used for the purposes of tracking attendance may be used, but personnel must ensure the accuracy of the documented attendance. Each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space.There was no attendance sheet/class roster in the [See comments] classroom. Section 19.3, number 1) License/Certificates [SR]
Inspector notes
Daily attendance roster was observed incomplete in the one and two year old classrooms. Technical assistance was provided regarding this standard. Time of arrival and departure must be me documented by the personnel to ensure attendance accuracy. SCHOOL READINESS
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 current process for ensuring that the correct number of staff members are always present in each classroom?
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Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in May 2026 show a finding regarding staff-to-child ratios in a toddler classroom. Asking about current processes helps parents understand how the center maintains proper supervision levels throughout the day.
Context
The ratio issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage and track staff background screening documentation to ensure everything is up to date?
Why ask this
Why ask this
The available inspection records show multiple findings related to background screening documentation between 2024 and 2025. This question helps parents understand the center's current administrative practices for maintaining required staff records.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the center's current procedure for ensuring that all required emergency fire drills are conducted and documented monthly?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate that fire drill documentation was missing for certain months during recent inspections. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center tracks and verifies that emergency safety procedures are consistently followed.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the staff ensure that all personal items brought from home, such as bottles or bedding, are properly labeled and stored?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from 2025 noted instances where items were not labeled or stored according to standards. This question helps parents understand the daily routines the center uses to keep children's personal belongings organized and sanitary.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure all staff members remain current on their required professional training and certifications?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2023 through 2025 show repeated findings regarding staff training documentation and certifications. This question helps parents understand the center's current approach to staff development and compliance with training requirements.