Kiddo House Child Care Centre

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. In the outdoor play space, Licensing Officer observed visible mildew and dirt buildup on the storage shed, which is accessible to children. Discussion took place with Manager with regards to this poses a health and safety hazard to children in care.

• 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)]; A record for each child containing the name, sex, date of birth, medical insurance plan number and immunization status is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(a)]

  Observation. Licensing Officer observed that a record for 1 child was unavailable for review. In addition, Licensing Officer observed the following: -a photograph or digital image of the child is not kept for 3 children -immunization status is not kept for 4 children

• 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. Licensing Officer observed that a Daily Maintenance of Equipment Log was posted in the facility however the log appeared not to be implemented by staff, as all entries were blank. A discussion took place with the Manager regarding the expectation that the log be used daily to document equipment checks, and the importance of accurate, consistent documentation to verify that safety and maintenance practices are being carried out.

• LICENSING / Posting and Advertising of License and CertificateNon-critical

  The certificates, or copies of certificates, of early childhood educators and assistants are prominently displayed in the facility. [CCLR 11(4)]

  Observation. LO observed that an early childhood educator certificate for 1 staff is not prominently displayed in the facility.

• MEDICATION / MedicationNon-critical

  Medications that staff have agreed to administer are readily accessible to staff and are administered in the correct dosage at the correct times. [CCLR Sec. 53(1)]

  Observation. LO observed prescription medication for a child to be administered did not have a Request for Administration of Medication form completed.

• 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 space, LO observed that the sand box lid appears to be cracked and duct tape has been used to cover one of the cracked areas.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Care PlansNon-critical

  The licensee does not keep a current care plan for each child requiring extra support. [CCLR Sec. 58(1)] ; Care plans are not developed in consultation with a parent of the child requiring extra support and any person requested by the parent. [CCLR Sec. 58(2)(a)]

  Observation. LO observed a child's record which indicates a diagnosis for a life threatening allergy however the care plan on file was not current.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  The licensee has written, parental consent to release a child to someone other than the parent. [CCLR Sec. 57(3)(b)]

  Observation. LO observed 4 records in which the parent(s) have listed themselves as the emergency contact.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  A record for each child containing the name, sex, date of birth, medical insurance plan number and immunization status is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(a)]

  Observation. LO observed a medical insurance plan number is not kept for 1 child.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  Evidence of compliance with the Province's immunization and tuberculosis control programs has not been obtained. [CCLR Sec.19(1)(b)]; Criminal record checks have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(a)]

  Observation. LO observed the following: -immunization status has not been obtained for 1 staff -criminal record checks have not been obtained for 2 staff

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  Criminal record checks have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(a)]

  Observation. LO observed that Criminal record checks for staff have been obtained; however, the Licensee's Criminal record check has expired.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  Criminal record checks have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(a)]

  Observation. Licensing reviewed staff files and observed a CRC for one staff has not been obtained

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

  Not suitable for age and development.; Not free from hazards.

  Observation. Licensing observed that the loose fill surfacing has composted and the hard surface is showing posing a hazard

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  Criminal record checks have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(a)]

  Observation. Licensing reviewed staff files and observed a CRC for one staff has not been obtained

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical

  Protective surfacing has not been provided for all equipment that is over 45 cm (18 inches) in height.

  Observation. Licensing observed the outdoor play space loose fill material has eroded and is in need of refill.

• 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 observed a fire extinguisher due for service

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• 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 observed a fire extinguisher with out a current service tag.