Puzzles Child Care Centre

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

  A healthy and safe environment is provided at all times [CCLR Sec. 13(1)].

  Observation. Licensing observed the following items during today's visit - corrected by staff during inspection: *Knives were found stored in an unlocked drawer accessible to children. Staff immediately removed the knives and placed them on a higher shelf inaccessible to children. *The door to the laundry unit was not locked. This has been cited in previous reports. Staff locked the door during the inspection. *The paper towel dispenser could not be opened, preventing staff from refilling it. Licensing observed children washing their hands without paper towels available for drying. Staff provided individual paper towels during the inspection. *An alcohol sanitizing bottle was stored on the second level of the washroom cabinet, accessible to children. Staff immediately removed the bottle and placed it on a higher shelf inaccessible to children. Licensing observed the following items for outdoor play space during today's visit: *Food wrappers and garbage were found throughout the yard, attracting insects to the area. *An animal trap was observed in close proximity to areas accessible to children, posing a safety hazard.

• 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. Licensing observed a small climber with an attached slide located in close proximity to a table, which does not provide the required 6-foot clearance around the climber.

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 Licensee informed Licensing that during the process of cutting tree branches, a fallen branch broke the fence. The Licensee confirmed that they are currently in the process of fixing the fence. Licensing also observed a gap behind the wooden storage house with screws protruding from the wood pieces, raising concerns about potential hazards as it is accessible to children.

• POLICIES AND PROCEDURES / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  There is an emergency plan that sets out procedures to prepare for, mitigate, respond to and recover from any emergency. [CCLR Sec. 22(1)(b)]

  Observation. Licensing reviewed the emergency supplies and both the food and water were expired.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Care PlansNon-critical

  For each child requiring extra support, the licensee keeps a current care plan showing the required information. [CCLR Sec. 58(1)(2)]

  Observation. Licensing observed a child's record indicating that the child has asthma, but there was no medication or care plan provided for them.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical

  Maintenance of Equipment: A log is kept of all inspections, maintenance and repairs. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. The program conducts regular playground checks but does not record.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  A record for each child containing any notification of a parent, emergency contact or medical health officer made under CCLR section 55 [notification of illness or injury] is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(g)]; A record for each child containing the name and telephone number of a parent, medical practitioner and emergency contact is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(d)]

  Observation. The licensee kept records for children in two different places and information was missing from some.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  The licensee has written parental consent to call a medical practitioner or ambulance in case of accident or illness, in cases where the parent cannot immediately be reached. [CCLR Sec. 57(3)(a)]

• STAFFING / Community Care Facility RecordsNon-critical

  The licensee keeps current records of each employee as required under Sec. 19(1). [CCLR Sec.56(b)]

  Observation. ECE certificate verification was missing from all.

• STAFFING / First AidNon-critical

  At all times children have immediate access to an employee who holds a valid first aid and CPR certificate, is knowledgeable respecting each child's medical condition, if any, and is capable of communicating with emergency personnel. [CCLR Sec. 23(1)]

  Observation. The first aid certification is expired. The licensee will be required to update this immediately.