Happy Feet Montessori Children's Centre

• 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 facility is clean and organized. But, LO observed some areas that require addressing - mats are wearing and show areas that are unable to be cleaned, some of the furniture / shelving has duct tape on edges and corners. Duct tape is a good temporary solution but leaves reside and wears in a way that is unable to be sanitized. There are also areas in the back room and kitchen where excess items are stored, it is recommended that these piles/storage be removed to allow for ease of cleaning and to ensure children do not have access to items that may not be appropriate.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  Prior to employing staff the manager has met with each person and has obtained the appropriate documentation. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)]

  Observation. Staff files were reviewed and are missing some of the following - CRC from this facility, immunization status and references.

• STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  Implementation of the fire drill system is practiced at least once each month, and implementation of the emergency plan is practiced at least once each year. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(b)(c)]

  Observation. This was previously observed, fire drills are not practiced monthly. As discussed, fire drills must be practiced every month with one emergency drill conducted once a year.

• 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. Several toy cabinets were not secured to the wall and could fall over during an earthquake. Window ledges and baseboards were dirty and require cleaning. It is recommended to pull up the blinds so children have an unobstructed view to outside.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

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

  Observation. Two children in care were missing a record of their immunization status.

• 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. The staff on site did not have documentation of immunization on file.

• STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  The emergency plan is not practiced at least once each year. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(c)]

  Observation. A discussion was held to practice the yearly emergency plan in February.

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

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

  Observation. Licensing observed loose blind cords accessible to children in care that posed a choking hazard.

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

  The entire outdoor play area is enclosed and constructed in a manner that is suitable for the age and development of children, and ensures that children are free of harm. [CCLR Sec. 16(3)(a)(b)]

  Observation. Licensing observed that the space between the fence and the garage had not been securely closed off. A loose piece of lattice held up by a drawer was used to block the opening.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  A record for each child containing the daily attendance record, indicating for each day whether the child is absent or, if the child is present, the time of arrival and departure is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(c)]

  Observation. 1) No children had been signed in for the day of the inspection, 5 children were observed in care. Licensing officer reviewed the January sign in and out records and observed that out of 8 children present, 2 or 3 children were not signed out each day.

• STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  The emergency plan is not practiced at least once each year. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(c)]

  Observation. A discussion was held to practice the yearly emergency plan in February.