Abc Daycare

• STAFFING

  The licensee must not permit a person over the age of 12 to be ordinarily present on the premises of a community care facility while children are present, unless the person is of good character and the licensee has obtained a criminal record check for that person.

  Observation. A criminal record check for a person over the age of 12 who is ordinarily present was expired.

  Corrective action. Licensee said she will obtain a criminal record check for the resident. Licensee said the resident does not have direct access to children.

  12160 - CCLR s.20(1)

• EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGS

  A licensee must ensure that the community care facility and the furniture, equipment and fixtures within it are clean and in good repair while children are in attendance.

  Observation. Playpen used for sleep has multiple holes throughout the mesh siding.

  Corrective action. The licensee said a the playpen will be replaced with a cot or another playpen, which are available at the facility.

  11020 - CCLR s.13(2)
• 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. Licensing observed the following accessible to children: - An electrical outlet cover was broken in the gross motor area, with a sharp edge - Stacked blankets and sheets were located beside a playpen used for nap with the potential to fall - Cleaning products located under the bathroom sink

  Corrective action. Licensee said all items will be addressed today.

  11010 - CCLR s.13(1)
• RECORDS AND REPORTING

  A licensee must keep current records of each of the following: (f) a log of minor accidents, illnesses and unexpected events involving children, that did not require medical attention and were not reportable incidents described in Schedule H.

  Observation. Licensee said minor incidents are verbally told to parents/guardians, however they are not recorded.

  Corrective action. Licensee said the incidents will be recorded moving forward and a log book is availalbe for use.

  19050 - CCLR s.56(1)(f)

• 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. Licensing observed the following: - kitchen counters were piled up with papers and binders which could fall on the children - the gate leading upstairs in the outdoor area was not secure

  Corrective action. The licensee said that she will organize and declutter the materials in the kitchen - She will replace the gate outside with a secure one.

  11010 - CCLR s.13(1)

• 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. Facility screen time policy was not available for review, the licensee said one has not been created. This is a repeat contravention.

  Corrective action. Ensure written policies and procedures are kept to guide employees in the care and supervision of children.

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

  A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (a) name, sex, date of birth, medical insurance plan number and immunization status.

  Observation. Records of sex, medical insurance number, and immunization status were not available for one or more children.

  Corrective action. Ensure records are kept showing name, sex, date of birth, MSP number and immunization status.

  19070 - CCLR s.57(2)(a)
• RECORDS AND REPORTING

  A licensee must have in writing from a parent, and maintain at the community care facility, consent (a) to call a medical practitioner or ambulance in case of accident or illness if the parent cannot immediately be reached.

  Observation. One or more children's records did contain consent to call a medical practitioner or ambulance.

  Corrective action. Ensure a licensee has in writing, consent from a parent to call a medical practitioner or ambulance in case of accident or illness.

  19190 - CCLR s.57(3)(a)
• RECORDS AND REPORTING

  A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (b) date of enrolment in the community care facility.

  Observation. Date of enrolment was not recorded for one or more children.

  Corrective action. Ensure a record is kept for each child, showing date of enrolment in the community care facility.

  19080 - CCLR s.57(2)(b)

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• OR SUPERVISION

  A licensee must do all of the following: (b) operate the community care facility in a manner that will promote (i) the health, safety and dignity of persons in care,

  Observation. Licensing noted there were more than 4 children younger than 48 months old and more than 2 children younger than 24 months old 3 days per week. Licensing discussed compliance options.

  Corrective action. Ensure the health, safety, and dignity of persons in care is maintained at all times.

  14360 - CCALA s.7(1)(b)(i)
• 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. Licensing noted there was no record that an emergency drill was completed for 2021. The licensee said it was practiced, however it was not recorded. This is a repeat contravention.

  Corrective action. Ensure a current record is kept respecting compliance with section 22(2)(b)(c) of the CCLR.

  13050 - CCLR s.56(1)(c)
• RECORDS AND REPORTING

  A licensee must keep current records of each of the following: (f) a log of minor accidents, illnesses and unexpected events involving children, that did not require medical attention and were not reportable incidents described in Schedule H.

  Observation. The facility log book was unavailable for review. This is a repeat contravention.

  Corrective action. Ensure a current record is kept of minor accidents, illnesses or unexpected events.

  19050 - CCLR s.56(1)(f)
• STAFFING

  A licensee must keep current records of each of the following: (b) for each employee, the records required under section 19 (1) [character and skill requirements].

  Observation. Criminal Record Check is not current (expired) for the licensee.

  Corrective action. Ensure current records are kept respecting compliance with s.19(1) of the CCLR.

  12430 - CCLR s.56(1)(b)

• RECORDS AND REPORTING

  A licensee must have in writing from a parent, and maintain at the community care facility, consent (a) to call a medical practitioner or ambulance in case of accident or illness if the parent cannot immediately be reached.

  Observation. Licensing reviewed 6 children's files and noted 1 did not contain consent to call a medical practitioner or ambulance.

  Corrective action. Ensure consent to call a medical practitioner or ambulance in case of accident or illness is available in writing.

  19190 - CCLR s.57(3)(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. Licensing observed 2 heavy ladders stacked length ways in the outdoor play area leaning against the side of the swing set. The concern is the ladders may fall on a child.

  Corrective action. Ensure a healthy and safe environment is provided at all times.

  11010 - CCLR s.13(1)
• 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. The licensee stated emergency drill and fire drills were completed in 2020, however there were no records available. This is a repeat contravention.

  Corrective action. Ensure current records are kept respecting section 22(2)(b) and (c) of the CCLR.

  13050 - CCLR s.56(1)(c)
• RECORDS AND REPORTING

  A licensee must have in writing from a parent, and maintain at the community care facility, consent (a) to call a medical practitioner or ambulance in case of accident or illness if the parent cannot immediately be reached.

  Observation. Licensing reviewed 6 children’s files and noted 1 did not contain consent to call a medical practitioner or ambulance.

  Corrective action. Ensure consent to call a medical practitioner or ambulace in case of accident or illness is available in writing.

  19190 - CCLR s.57(3)(a)
• RECORDS AND REPORTING

  A licensee must keep current records of each of the following: (f) a log of minor accidents, illnesses and unexpected events involving children, that did not require medical attention and were not reportable incidents described in Schedule H.

  Observation. The facility log book was unavailable for review.

  Corrective action. Ensure a current record is kept of minor accidents, illnesses or unexpected events.

  19050 - CCLR s.56(1)(f)
• RECORDS AND REPORTING

  A licensee must keep current records for each child showing (a) the information set out in subsection (2), (b) if applicable, the information and agreements set out in subsections (2.1) and (2.2), and (c) the consents referred to in subsection (3).

  Observation. 1 of 6 children did not have a current file containing records set out in section 57 of the CCLR. The file contained the immunization status and a photo of the child.

  Corrective action. Ensure current records are kept for each child.

  19060 - CCLR s.57(1)(a)(b)(c)
• RECORDS AND REPORTING

  In respect of a record referred to in this Division, a licensee must (a) keep in a single place at the community care facility the records referred to in sections 56 to 58.

  Observation. The facility Screen Time policy was unavailable for review.

  Corrective action. Ensure records referred to in sections 56 to 58 are kept in a single place at the community care facility.

  19320 - CCLR s.59(a)
• STAFFING

  The licensee must not permit a person over the age of 12 to be ordinarily present on the premises of a community care facility while children are present, unless the person is of good character and the licensee has obtained a criminal record check for that person.

  Observation. 1 person living in the home did not have a criminal record check clearance letter. This is a repeat contravention.

  Corrective action. Ensure that each person over the age of 12 ordinarily present on the premise has obtained a criminal record check.

  12160 - CCLR s.20(1)

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGS

  A licensee must supply equipment, furniture and supplies that are (b) located so as not to block or hamper an exit in the case of fire or other emergency.

  Observation. The emergency exit to the front door was blocked with items. The Licensee stated they will be moved.

  Corrective action. Ensure that the supplies are not blocking or hampering the emergency exit.

  11090 - CCLR s.15(1)(b)
• 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 (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Lysol wipes were accessible to children under the bathroom sink. The Licensee made the wipes inaccessible at time of inspections.

  Corrective action. Ensure that hazardous items are inaccessible to children in care.

  11200 - CCLR s.17
• 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 following was observed downstairs: -toys were stored on the top of a tall shelf with the potential to fall. -a tall shelf is unstable and moves when pushed on. -a tile towards the emergency exit at the front door is broken and moves when stepped on. -Clothes were hanging on a rack beside a play pen used for sleeping with the potential for the child to pull the clothes down. The following was observed upstairs where children were at time of arrival: -the laminate flooring at the top of the stairs was loose and posed a tripping hazard. -Items and clothes were piled high beside a couch where children were sitting with the concern that the items might fall on children. -Dog feces were observed in the outdoor play area.

  Corrective action. Address the concerns above to insure a healthy and safe environment.

  11010 - CCLR s.13(1)
• 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. The Licensee stated that they completed fire drills and emergency plan but did not have a record of it.

  Corrective action. Ensure that a record is kept respecting compliance with section 22(2)(b) and (c).

  13050 - CCLR s.56(1)(c)
• 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. The Licensee stated that she doesn't have an active play policy or screen use policy.

  Corrective action. Ensure that an active play and screen use policy is developed and distributed to families.

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

  A licensee must keep current records for each child showing (a) the information set out in subsection (2), (b) if applicable, the information and agreements set out in subsections (2.1) and (2.2), and (c) the consents referred to in subsection (3).

  Observation. 1 of 5 children did not have a current file containing records set out in section 57.

  Corrective action. Ensure that all children have a current file.

  19060 - CCLR s.57(1)(a)(b)(c)
• RECORDS AND REPORTING

  A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (i) a photograph or digital image of the child, and other information that can be used to readily identify the child in an emergency.

  Observation. The Licensee was unable to access photos of children to readily identify them in an emergency.

  Corrective action. Ensure that a record of a photo or digital image of the child to readily identify the child is available.

  19160 - CCLR s.57(2)(i)
• STAFFING

  The licensee must not permit a person over the age of 12 to be ordinarily present on the premises of a community care facility while children are present, unless the person is of good character and the licensee has obtained a criminal record check for that person.

  Observation. 1 person living in the home did not have a criminal record check.

  Corrective action. Ensure that each person over the age of 12 ordinarily present on the premise has obtained a criminal record check.

  12160 - CCLR s.20(1)