Play-N-Grow Childcare Centre

• EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGS

  A licensee must ensure that a healthy and safe environment is provided at all times while children are under the supervision of employees.

  Observation. Fence: Multiple safety concerns were observed: - most of the panels were deteriorated and damaged, exposing sharp and rough edges - gaps and openings within many sections of the fence, posing finger pinching and entrapment hazards - many exposed and protruding nails - lots of loose and deteriorated wooden panels that need replacement

  Corrective action. The Licensee contacts stated that she has a plan to repair and replace the fence to ensure compliance.

  11010 - CCLR s.13(1)
• HYGIENE AND COMMUNICABLE DISEASE

  A licensee must establish a program to instruct children in, and to practise the rules of, health and hygiene.

  Observation. There was no soap available for hand washing in the washroom.

  Corrective action. This was corrected during inspection.

  15030 - CCLR s.46(1)

• EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGS

  A licensee must ensure that children do not have access to any object or substance that may be hazardous to the health or safety of a child.

  Observation. Bleach cleaner accessible under bathroom sink.

  Corrective action. Ensure to keep hazardous items inaccessible.

  11200 - CCLR s.17
• POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

  A licensee must keep current records of each of the following: (c) a record respecting compliance with section 22 (2) (b) and (c) [emergency training and equipment].

  Observation. Emergency evacuations for 2025 not documented.

  Corrective action. Licensee will ensure evacuations are documented.

  13050 - CCLR s.56(1)(c)

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• A licensee must (a) ensure that behavioural guidance is appropriate to the age and development of the child who is receiving the guidance.

  Observation. The Facility practice at the end of the day is for the children to remain seated in chairs at the front door or in the high chair until they are picked up.

  Corrective action. A corrective action plan will be submitted to Licensing

  14220 - CCLR s.51(1)(a)

• EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGS

  A licensee must ensure that a healthy and safe environment is provided at all times while children are under the supervision of employees.

  Observation. The toilet paper was not mounted but was placed high up where the children cannot reach it.

  Corrective action. Ensure the toilet paper is hanging in an area where the children can reach it to promote independence and teach proper hygiene.

  11010 - CCLR s.13(1)

• EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGS

  A licensee must supply equipment, furniture and supplies that are (a) of sturdy and safe construction, easy to clean and free from hazards.

  Observation. The diaper change mat is torn and needs to be replaced

  Corrective action. Ensure equipment and furnishings are in good repair and can be sanitized effectively

  11080 - CCLR s.15(1)(a)
• POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

  A licensee must keep current records of each of the following: (d) written policies and procedures that are intended to guide employees in the care and supervision of children.

  Observation. A screen time policy and active play policy was not available for review.

  Corrective action. Ensure to have these policies in writing and provide them to parents.

  13060 - CCLR s.56(1)(d)
• RECORDS AND REPORTING

  A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (c) daily attendance record, indicating for each day whether the child is absent or, if the child is present, the time of arrival and departure.

  Observation. There are days where departure times are missing.

  Corrective action. Ensure to record daily attendance, including when a child is absent.

  19090 - CCLR s.57(2)(c)

• EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGS

  A licensee must ensure that all indoor and outdoor play materials and equipment accessible to children are (b) safely constructed, free from hazards and in good repair.

  Observation. At the entry of the facility, there is some plywood and a plywood step, as they are both the same color it is difficult see the step, making it a tripping hazard. Discussion had with the Manager about adding a colored strip or something to make it more easy to see the step.

  Corrective action. Please ensure facility is free from hazards.

  11190 - CCLR s.16(4)(b)

No violations recorded at this inspection.