Happy Feet Child Care

• 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. While on site, the following was noted: -Bleach and water spray bottle was not labelled. -Fridge that is sometimes used for the daycare does not have a thermometer. Discussion had about having a thermometer in order to ensure the fridge temperature is 4 Degrees Celsius or below. -Underlay under the wood chips within the outdoor play space was exposed and can act as a tripping hazard.

  Corrective action. Please provide a written response to indicate how you will address the contravention noted above on or before July 16, 2025

  11010 - CCLR s.13(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. The wood sand table outside is peeling paint. Licensee stated that they would re-paint the sand table.

  Corrective action. Please provide your plan for re-painting the sand table on or before July 16, 2025

  11020 - CCLR s.13(2)
• STAFFING

  A licensee must do all of the following: (a) employ at a community care facility only persons of good character who meet the standards for employees specified in the regulations.

  Observation. Staff who was working at the facility today does not have a file on site. Licensee stated that it was an emergency situation and were unable to find one of their regular sub staff to come. Discussion had with Licensee about obtaining a file and checking references prior to hiring staff to work at the facility.

  Corrective action. Please provide a written response to indicate how you will address the contravention noted above on or before July 16, 2025

  12030 - CCALA s.7(1)(a)

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• 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. blind cords are hanging down in the nap room, play room and kitchen area

  Corrective action. A corrective action plan will be submitted

  11010 - CCLR s.13(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. - One light bulb in the washroom is burnt out - some areas of the paint is chipped and the walls and baseboards need to be cleaned and repainted

  Corrective action. A corrective action plan will be submitted

  11020 - CCLR s.13(2)
• 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): A large bottle of pine sol was accessible in the tub

  Corrective action. The Manager moved this under the washroom cupboard and locked it

  11200 - CCLR s.17
• EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGS

  A licensee must ensure that any heated water accessible to children is heated to no more than 49° Celsius.

  Observation. The hot water measured to be 55 degress celcius at the washroom tap

  Corrective action. A corrective action plan will be submitted

  11230 - CCLR s.47
• STAFFING

  A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility unless the licensee or, in the case of a person who is not the manager, the manager has first met with the person and obtained all of the following: (f) evidence that the person has complied with the Province's immunization and tuberculosis control programs.

  Observation. Immunization status was not obtained for one staff

  Corrective action. A corrective action plan will be submitted

  12090 - CCLR s.19(1)(f)
• STAFFING

  A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility as (a) an educator or an assistant unless the person holds a certificate issued under Division 2 [Employee Qualifications], which must be verified by the system maintained by the early childhood educator registry. (Educator or assistant certificate validation)

  Observation. One staff certificate was not validated

  Corrective action. The Manger will do this and keep evidence in the file

  12140 - CCLR s.19(4)(a)

• 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. The mirrored sliding door in one of the playrooms appears to have come off the track and also is cracked in the top corner.

  Corrective action. Please ensure this is repaired to prevent injury to staff and children

  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. The following was observed in the washroom used by children: -broom, toilet plunger, toilet bowl brush accessible -basket of dirty towels accessible -bathtub requires cleaning -remove cardboard boxes next to toilet -change pad requires replacing

  Corrective action. Please ensure children's washroom is clean and tidy at all times

  11010 - CCLR s.13(1)
• 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. A total of 8 children's files were reviewed and 4 do not have a photo available.

  Corrective action. Please ensure there is a photo available for all children who are registered.

  19160 - CCLR s.57(2)(i)

• 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. There is a tall cupboard in one of the playrooms that is not secure to the wall. Inside the cupboard are stored items that are not children's items. There is also a display of items on top of the cupboard that is not secure as well.

  Corrective action. Please ensure that any items not for children are made inaccessible and that tall furniture is secured to the wall to prevent injury in case it tips over.

  11010 - CCLR s.13(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. The following was observed inside: -baseboards and lower wall area in nap room requires cleaning due to dirt from water stains -sanding and touch up paint is also needed as they are chipping -exposed screw in one of the pieces of wood attached to the wall -diaper change pad requires replacing as it cannot be wiped clean any longer -air conditioner is not working in the facility - temporary small fans have been placed in the rooms but due to high temperatures outside, they may not be sufficient to maintain a comfortable temperature inside The following was observed outside: -it appears that some house insulation is falling out of an area where there was a water leak -it is hanging down and accessible to children

  Corrective action. Please ensure the facility and its equipment, furniture and supplies are clean and in good repair. Please provide a plan of when and how the air conditioner will be fixed. All other areas noted above to be repaired, replaced by date noted below.

  11020 - CCLR s.13(2)
• RECORDS AND REPORTING

  A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (d) name and telephone number of a parent, medical practitioner and emergency contact.

  Observation. A total of 8 children's files were reviewed and 5 are missing medical practitioner name and number.

  Corrective action. Please ensure all children's files are complete prior to attending the facility.

  19100 - CCLR s.57(2)(d)
• 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. A total of 8 children's files were reviewed and 7 are missing photos.

  Corrective action. Please ensure all children's files are complete prior to attending the facility.

  19160 - CCLR s.57(2)(i)
• STAFFING

  A licensee must ensure that each employee (c) practices implementing the emergency plan at least once each year.

  Observation. Emergency evacuation plan has not been practised in last 12 months.

  Corrective action. Please ensure this plan is practised at least once a year.

  12200 - CCLR s.22(2)(c)
• 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 persons over the age of 12 who are ordinarily present have expired.

  Corrective action. Please ensure that all criminal record checks are valid for people living in the home. Validity of clearance letters is 5 years.

  12160 - CCLR s.20(1)
• STAFFING

  A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility unless the licensee or, in the case of a person who is not the manager, the manager has first met with the person and obtained all of the following: (a) a criminal record check for the person.

  Observation. Licensee's criminal record check has expired.

  Corrective action. Please ensure that you are aware of expiry dates of criminal record checks and have a valid one at all times. The validity of clearance letters is 5 years

  12040 - CCLR s.19(1)(a)

• EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGS

  A licensee must ensure that all indoor and outdoor play materials and equipment accessible to children are (b) safely constructed, free from hazards and in good repair.

  Observation. The following was observed outside in the backyard: -along one side of the fence there is a space at the bottom that could be an entrapment space -a plastic see saw has only very thin padding underneath and not enough coverage if a child falls backwards off the equipment - Not to be used until addressed -black plastic underneath the wood chips in one play area is showing through - more woodchips required

  Corrective action. Please ensure outdoor play area is safe for children

  11190 - CCLR s.16(4)(b)
• 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. Facility has not practised the yearly emergency evacuation drill.

  Corrective action. Please ensure emergency evacuation drill is practised at least once a year and documented.

  13050 - CCLR s.56(1)(c)

• 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 outside in the backyard where the children play: -rubber anti-slip strip has come off one of the stairs to the yard posing a tripping hazard -along the west side of the fence there is a piece of wood with a nail exposed -along the south side of the fence there are two pieces of rusty rebar accessible on the ground -some yard tools are accessible -there are pieces of garbage strewn along the edges of the yard -a rat trap is in the corner of the yard accessible -there is a small, plastic climber with a slide that is in the backyard on the concrete. The area under the climber is covered with a green outdoor fabric which does not cushion the child if they were to fall. Although the height of the equipment is low and does not meet the requirement of having resilient ground surfacing, there should be something under the climber that is more resilient.

  Corrective action. Please ensure the outside play area is safe for children

  11010 - CCLR s.13(1)
• EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGS

  A licensee must ensure that all indoor and outdoor play materials and equipment accessible to children are (b) safely constructed, free from hazards and in good repair.

  Observation. The fence that surrounds the backyard does not appear to be in good repair. On the south side of the fence, there are panels that are leaning into the yard slightly. It does appear the Licensee has tried to address the issue by applying expanding foam at the bottom to support the fence but it is not an acceptable means to repair the fence.

  Corrective action. Please ensure the fence is repaired/replaced to ensure it does not collapse into the yard and cause possible injury to staff and children. While the fence is in this state, please provide a plan of how you will ensure that the children are safe in the backyard.

  11190 - CCLR s.16(4)(b)