mem7iman Child Development Centre - mena program - Group Child Care (Under 36 Months)

• 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. Ceiling tiles in washroom have not been replaced leaving toilets in program inaccessible to children.

• 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. Cubby shelf had been moved and anchored to wall for safety. Faucets in children's sinks were repaired and in good working order. Staff informed Licensing that the plumbing in ceiling is in the process of repair but ceiling tiles have not been replaced so children's toilets continue to be unusable.

• 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. Cubby shelf in stustus program room is not anchored and is unstable. In skwasam program room, ceiling tiles in toilet area are missing and exposing a dripping pipe; additionally, both faucets for children's sinks were inoperable.

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

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

  Observation. Cords, power bars and plugs in stustus program room are in unsafe disorder and accessible to children. Outlet in skwasam nap room does not have face plate nor plug covers.

• STAFFING / Standards to be maintainedNon-critical

  The licensee has appointed a manager for the community care facility. [CCALA Sec.7(1)(d) Standards to be Maintained]

  Observation. Licensee has appointed a manager but has not submitted amendment to Licensing.

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. Log feature along side of sand box is in a serious state of rot.

• 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. A log of inspections, maintenance and repairs is not kept.

• STAFFING / Continuing health of employeesNon-critical

  There is evidence of employees' continued compliance with the Province's immunization and tuberculosis control programs. [CCLR Sec 21(1)]

  Observation. Not all staff have evidence of compliance with the Province's tuberculosis control program.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• 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. Child with Anaphylaxis care plan has only an expired medication (Epi-pen) for use.

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

  Play materials and/or equipment are not suitable for the age and development of the children. [CCLR Sec. 16(4)(a)] ; Play materials and/or equipment are not safely constructed, free from hazards and in good repair. [CCLR Sec. 16(4)(b)]

  Observation. Landscaped mound with slide in toddler playground continues to show increased erosion creating a steep incline. The steep landscape feature was noted on previous inspection.

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

  Design: Safety zones are provided under and around equipment to allow for the safe and proper use of the equipment, with adequate space for entering and exiting. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. The curb of the concrete path at the base of landscaped mound in play yard poses a safety hazard to children playing. Carpet and foam squares were placed on the curb in an effort to prevent injury; however, a wooden round approximately 3 inches thick used to hold foam squares in place presents an additional hazard.