Dunbar Memorial Preschool

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGHeated WaterNon-critical

  Heated water accessible to children is heated to no more than 49° Celsius. [CCLR Sec. 47]

• POLICIES AND PROCEDURESEmergency 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. Some of the emergency food supplies had expired.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGEnvironmentNon-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. *The orange mat in the dramatic play area and the orange couch and chair are showing wear and tear. The vinyl has come off in some areas making these items porous and no longer easy to clean.

• HYGIENE AND COMMUNICABLE DISEASE CONTROLHealth and HygieneNon-critical

  There is an established program to instruct children in, and to practise the rules of, health and hygiene. [CCLR Sec. 46(1)]

  Observation. *During today's visit the Educators informed CCFL that even though there is a washroom outdoors, sometimes the boys are allowed to relieve themselves on a tree in the playground. This is not hygienic as it does not allow for proper handwashing and creates the possibility of contamination.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGEnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. *CCFL observed the blind cords in the main activity area to be loose, unsecured and accessible to children in some areas.

• RECORDS AND REPORTINGRecords For Each ChildNon-critical

  The licensee keeps a current record for each child showing the information required. [CCLR Sec. 57]

  Observation. *CCFL observed several of the children's emergency cards requiring a photo. Some of the emergency cards were missing photos and some had photos but they were too small, blurry or water stained. *Some of the children had both out of town and local contacts listed as the same person.

• RECORDS AND REPORTINGSafe 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. *Even though visual inspections take place each day, a log of the playground checks has not been kept since September.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGEnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. *Spray bottles containing bleach and soap/water were observed to be unlabelled. *The storage room door was unsecured allowing children access to tall stacks of toys and bins. This poses a potential tipping hazard.

• POLICIES AND PROCEDURESEmergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  The fire drill system is displayed in a prominent place. [CCLR Sec. 22(3)]

  Observation. *Licensing observed there is a floor plan posted but the path to safe egress, emergency exits and muster point is not indicated on the plan.

• RECORDS AND REPORTINGRecords 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. *One child's registration form lists the parents as emergency contacts.

• RECORDS AND REPORTINGRecords For Each ChildNon-critical

  The licensee keeps a current record for each child showing the information required. [CCLR Sec. 57]

  Observation. *4 of the children's records are missing care card numbers.