Park Place Daycare Ltd.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

  The facility, the furniture, equipment, fixtures and supplies are of sturdy and safe construction.  They are easy to clean, and are clean and in good repair and free from hazards. [CCLR Sec. 13(2) and Sec. 15(1)(a)]

  Observation. Licensing observed the following: - The children’s handwashing sink located within one of the classrooms has a wooden shelf panel directly beside it showing water damage, which may impact the ability to adequately clean and disinfect the area. - The fridge door and handle in both classrooms have visible grime, which may create a risk of cross-contamination. - Tricycles in the outdoor play space are rusting and no longer in good condition. Black spots were also observed on the handles, which may impact the ability to maintain the equipment in a clean condition. - A step on the wooden stairs leading to the outdoor playhouse is deteriorating, which may create a safety risk.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Hazardous Objects and SubstancesNon-critical

  Hazardous objects and substances are inaccessible to children. [CCLR Sec 17]

  Observation. Licensing observed diaper creams with medicinal ingredients in the bathroom, labelled “Keep out of reach of children,” stored in a location that may be accessible to children.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Play Area, Materials and EquipmentNon-critical

  The entire outdoor play area is enclosed and constructed in a manner that is suitable for the age and development of children, and ensures that children are free of harm. [CCLR Sec. 16(3)(a)(b)]

  Observation. The sandbox supply level appears to be insufficient; it's exposed to the underlying landscape. This poses a risk of injury as children attempt shoveling.

• MEDICATION / MedicationNon-critical

  The medications are not readily accessible to employees. [CCLR Sec. 53(1)(b)]

  Observation. Licensing officer observed one puffer medication has expired 2022.

• Housekeeping and MaintenanceNon-critical

  Spill kit contents readily available with instructions for the clean up of body fluid and blood (Recommendation).

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  A record for each child containing a photograph or digital image of the child, and other information that can be used to readily identify the child in an emergency is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(i)]

  Observation. Photos of children in program were out of date.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• PROGRAM / Program of activitiesNon-critical

  Children are provided with a comprehensive and coordinated program of indoor and outdoor activities that is designed for the development and care of the children, and is appropriate for the age and development of the children. [CCLR Sec. 44(1)(a)(b)(c) and Schedule(G)]

  Observation. Children have access to a wide range of toys and materials indoors. In the outdoor play area, there appeared to be few toys available for children to choose from. During a prior inspection, Licensing noted that there were a variety of options for children. This should not only be available during summer months. In order to meet the requirements for Schedule G, more options need to be available for children. As with the planning and preparation for indoor activities, there should also be planning for outdoor activities.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Play Area, Materials and EquipmentNon-critical

  Play materials and/or equipment are not safely constructed, free from hazards and in good repair. [CCLR Sec. 16(4)(b)]

  Observation. In the outdoor play area there are two wooden playhouses that have loose and/or broken boards. The paint is also peeling off the roofs and sides of the house.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Community Care Facility RecordsNon-critical

  There is current log of minor incidents, illnesses and unexpected events, that did not require medical attention and were not reportable incidents described in Schedule H. [CCLR Sec. 56 (1)(f)]

  Observation. Licensing reviewed recent documentation of minor incidents. Staff are working on consistently documenting that parents have been informed about the incident.

• POLICIES AND PROCEDURES / Community Care Facility RecordsNon-critical

  The policies and procedures referred to in subsection 1 are implemented by the employees.

  Observation. As discussed in a prior inspection, it is important for staff to understand and then appropriately implement the policies and procedures. The licensee has made some progress in ensuring that staff have read the facility policies and procedures and has provided some additional information (such as emails sent to staff with videos of suggested practice) regarding expectations for staff in their interactions with and supervision of children. This is an ongoing process in order to make sure staff really understand the expectations. Licensing will come back in the next several weeks with an expectation that staff are implementing the updated policies and procedures.