Early World Family Childcare

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. The Licensee indicated that surfaces are currently disinfected only. Licensing discussed the previously provided resource outlining the two-step cleaning method, cleaning with soap and water followed by disinfecting, including those used for play and eating. Licensing will reshare the VCH resource. Licensing observed visible debris on several areas of the facility. A discussion occurred with the Manager regarding the areas identified.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Community Care Facility RecordsNon-critical

  There is current log of minor incidents, illnesses and unexpected events, that did not require medical attention and were not reportable incidents described in Schedule H. [CCLR Sec. 56(1)(f)]

  Observation. The log book is not currently being used. A discussion occurred regarding the types of entries that should be documented. Resources on logging requirements had previously been provided to the Licensee, and Licensing will reshare the VCH resource.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• HYGIENE AND COMMUNICABLE DISEASE CONTROL / Health 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. There were no single use towels available to dry hands in the washroom.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Furniture, Equipment and FixturesNon-critical

  Furniture or equipment for sleeping is used by only one child at a time, is clean and comfortable, and is appropriate for the size, age and development of the children intended to use it. [CCLR Sec. 15(2)]

  Observation. In the nap room, there is one crib. The sheet was visibly dirty and also was wet due to the child having their bottle for nap time in the crib. Two mats with sheets and a blanket were propped up against each other with the bedding touching.

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

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

  Observation. In the washroom there were Lysol wipes accessible to children. There was an open pot of cream on the shelf accessible to children. In a child accessible cupboard in the kitchen there appeared to be a bottle of cleaning solution.

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

  All indoor and outdoor play materials and equipment accessible to children are suitable for the age and development of the children, safely constructed, free from hazards and in good repair. [CCLR Sec. 16(4)]

  Observation. There are broken toys and equipment in the back yard. Water has filled several toys / equipment.

• 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)]

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

  Not free from hazards.

  Observation. In the area designated for outdoor play, there is a flight of stairs that leads to an upper level of the house. The bottom of the stairs has a gate, and the gaps between stairs have been covered. Along the sides of the stairs, however, there are gaps between the railing and the stairs that could create a head entrapment. Some possible solutions were discussed.

• 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. The Licensee is not documenting inspections of the outdoor play area. Licensing will provide some resources for what to look for. Options for documenting the inspections were discussed.