River City Early Learning Centre (2)

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• C4.1 - Are facility records current and complete?Non-critical

  Observation. Upon review of a sampling of child registration records it was noted that one file is unclear whether a care plan is still required. Ensure that changes made to care plans are noted, including if the care plan is no longer required. Reviewed Minor Incident log, Fire Drill log, Emergency Preparedness Practice log, Outdoor Inspection Log, all of which appeared to be complete and current.

• C2.1 - Are written policies and procedures in place to guide employees in all matters regarding the care and supervision of children?Non-critical

  Observation. Upon review of documentation and discussion with the Licensee it was noted that the Emergency Preparedness Plan has not been practiced and documented in the past 12 months.

• C3.1 - Does the facility have sufficient employees who possess adequate training and experience to meet the care, supervision, and needs of the children?Non-critical

  Observation. Upon review of documentation and discussion with the Licensee it was noted that the Emergency Preparedness Plan has not been practiced and documented in the past 12 months.

• C4.1 - Are facility records current and complete?Non-critical

  Observation. Upon review of records and discussion with the Licensee it was determined that some records require care plans to be developed.

• C7.1 - Is the facility safe, sanitary, free from hazards, in good repair, and appropriate for the age and development of children?Non-critical

  Observation. Upon inspection of the outdoor play area it was noted that the sandboxes require a non-permeable cover to reduce risk of animal access.

• C4.1 - Are facility records current and complete?Non-critical

  Observation. Upon review of a sampling of child records it was noted that one was missing a start date.

• C3.1 - Does the facility have sufficient employees who possess adequate training and experience to meet the care, supervision, and needs of the children?Non-critical

  Observation. Upon review of a sampling of employee records it was noted that evidence of adequate training was not present for two employees, one was also missing reference checks. Discussed implementing a system to ensure that all records have all required information.

• C4.1 - Are facility records current and complete?Non-critical

  Observation. Upon review of a sampling of child records it was noted that some did not have doctors' names and numbers. Discussed that if a family does not have a doctor, then the local ER or a clinic can be used instead. Also discussed the process in place to ensure all other identifying information (which could include: height, weight, hair/eye colour and/or other distinguishing features) is included on child records. Also discussed that immunization records are not required, only a statement of whether the child is fully, partially or not immunized.