Little Stars Daycare

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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. -Licensee was mixing 1/4 cup of bleach to 750ml spray bottle. LO explained that this mixture is too strong. Bleach to water solution for daily cleaning should be 1:100 ratio (i.e. 10 ml bleach to 990ml water). -Diaper change mat is a play pen mattress that is not made of a non-porous material and difficult to clean due to its porous material.

  Corrective action. Please provide a written response to indicate how you will address the contravention noted above on or before September 17, 2024

  11010 - CCLR s.13(1)
• RECORDS AND REPORTING

  A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (a) name, sex, date of birth, medical insurance plan number and immunization status.

  Observation. One child was missing immunization information

  Corrective action. Please provide a written response to indicate how you will address the contravention noted above on or before September 17, 2024

  19070 - CCLR s.57(2)(a)
• RECORDS AND REPORTING

  A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (c) daily attendance record, indicating for each day whether the child is absent or, if the child is present, the time of arrival and departure.

  Observation. Upon review of attendance, it was noted that some children were not signed in for today and yesterday. Licensee relies on the parents to sign their children in. Discussion had about attendance ultimately the Licensee's responsibility. Discussion about marking when children are absent from the program.

  Corrective action. Please provide a written response to indicate how you will address the contravention noted above on or before September 17, 2024

  19090 - CCLR s.57(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. Licensee's criminal record check expired in July but within the last few days has submitted an application to renew. Additionally, a criminal record check for a person over the age of 12 who lives in the home has not been obtained.

  Corrective action. Please provide a written response to indicate how you will address the contravention noted above on or before September 17, 2024

  12160 - CCLR s.20(1)

• 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. Licensing observed the following; - the fridge temperature was measured at 6.3 degrees Celsius. The Licensee stores children's food and drinks in the fridge. Licensing provided education that the fridge temperature should be between 0-4 degrees Celsius. - There were two incidents in the minor incident log book, in 2023, where children had gotten injured and polysporin was administered on the wounds. The Licensee informed Licensing that no written consent was provided by the parent to allow the administration of the medication. Licensing provided education that any cream or ointment that has a DIN # on them mean that they have medicinal ingredients and written consent and medication form need to be completed by the parents..

  Corrective action. Ensure that a healthy and safe environment is provided at all times while children are in care.

  11010 - CCLR s.13(1)
• POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

  A licensee must keep current records of each of the following: (e) written policies and procedures respecting food and drink to be given to children.

  Observation. Upon a review of the nutrition policy, Licensing observed that snack and drink is provided to children. However, upon discussion with the Licensee, Licensing determined that snack and food is not provided to children, since the COVID epidemic Licensing discussed ensuring that all policies and procedures are up to date and reflect the practice of the facility.

  Corrective action. Ensure that written policies and procedures respecting food and drink given to children are current.

  13070 - CCLR s.56(1)(e)
• 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. Upon a review of the fire and emergency drill Licensing observed the following; - A fire drill was practiced in December 2022 however, not recorded - An emergency drill was practiced in 2022 however, not recorded.

  Corrective action. Ensure that current records for fire and emergency drills are kept and maintained.

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

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. Licensing observed that bungee cords are being used to block access to stairs which lead to upstairs portion of the home (outdoor play space).

  Corrective action. Please ensure a sufficient enclosure is used to block access to stairs which lead to upstairs portion of the home.

  11010 - CCLR s.13(1)
• 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. Licensing observed that one child's records was missing a name and telephone number of medical practitioner.

  Corrective action. Ensure children's files are complete.

  19100 - CCLR s.57(2)(d)
• RECORDS AND REPORTING

  A licensee must keep current records of each of the following: (f) a log of minor accidents, illnesses and unexpected events involving children, that did not require medical attention and were not reportable incidents described in Schedule H.

  Observation. A log book is available but is not maintained.

  Corrective action. Ensure that a log of minor accidents, illnesses and unexpected events involving children is maintained.

  19050 - CCLR s.56(1)(f)

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• 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. Licensing observed a lawnmower and seven long pieces of wood in the outdoor play that are accessible to children in care.

  Corrective action. Please ensure that children do not have access to any objects or substances that may be hazardous to the health and safety of children in care.

  11200 - CCLR s.17
• 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. Upon a review of two out of five children's records, Licensing observed the following; - One child's record missing the name and telephone number of a medical practitioner. - One child's record missing emergency contact information. Licensing provided education on the importance of having emergency contact information other then the parents.

  Corrective action. Please ensure that children's records are complete prior to the children attending the care 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. Upon a review of two out of five children's records, Licensing observed two children's records missing a photograph or digital image. The Manager informed Licensing that the parents have not provided a picture of the children. Licensing provided education that it is the responsibility of the Licensee/Manager to have a picture of all children in care.

  Corrective action. Please ensure that children's records are complete prior to the children attending the care facility.

  19160 - CCLR s.57(2)(i)
• RECORDS AND REPORTING

  A licensee must have in writing from a parent, and maintain at the community care facility, consent (a) to call a medical practitioner or ambulance in case of accident or illness if the parent cannot immediately be reached.

  Observation. Upon a review of two out of five children's records, Licensing observed two children's records missing consent to call a medical practitioner or ambulance in case of an accident or illness if the parent cannot immediately be reached.

  Corrective action. Please ensure that children's records are complete prior to the children attending the care facility.

  19190 - CCLR s.57(3)(a)
• RECORDS AND REPORTING

  In respect of a record referred to in this Division, a licensee must (a) keep in a single place at the community care facility the records referred to in sections 56 to 58.

  Observation. Licensing observed that there were two out of four children in care whose records were not on site. The Manager informed Licensing that the records have been lost. Therefore, Licensing was unable to review the records for the two children. Licensing provided education on the importance of having all children's records available prior to the children attending the care facility.

  Corrective action. Please ensure that children's files are obtained, complete and kept in a single place, within the care facility, prior to the children attending the care facility

  19320 - CCLR s.59(a)
• RECORDS AND REPORTING

  A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (b) date of enrolment in the community care facility.

  Observation. Upon a review of two out of five children's records, Licensing observed one child's record missing the date of enrolment.

  Corrective action. Please ensure that children's records are complete prior to the children attending the care facility.

  19080 - CCLR s.57(2)(b)
• RECORDS AND REPORTING

  A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (a) name, sex, date of birth, medical insurance plan number and immunization status.

  Observation. Upon a review of two out of five children's records, Licensing observed two of the children's records missing the gender of the children.

  Corrective action. Please ensure that children's records are complete prior to the children attending the care facility.

  19070 - CCLR s.57(2)(a)
• RECORDS AND REPORTING

  A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (c) daily attendance record, indicating for each day whether the child is absent or, if the child is present, the time of arrival and departure.

  Observation. Upon a review of ten days of the attendance records, for the month of July, Licensing observed four days that a child was not signed out. The Manager informed Licensing that the parent forgot to sign the child out. Licensing provided education on the importance of having accurate attendance records. Licensing explained that it is the responsibility of the Licensee/Manager to maintain accurate attendance records.

  Corrective action. Please ensure that accurate attendance records are maintained.

  19090 - CCLR s.57(2)(c)