Little Fox Child Care

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• PROGRAM / Program of activitiesNon-critical

  Indoor and outdoor activities are not designed for the development and care of the children. [CCLR Sec.44(1)(a)]

  Observation. Licensing observed the outdoor does not meet the needs of children as per Schedule G. There were no play equipment observed at today's inspection. The licensee mentioned that due to recent weather conditions, the sand table has been moved away, and children have primarily been running or playing with balls. The current outdoor activities do not sufficiently stimulate the development of small muscle skills or foster creative pursuits such as art, music, movement, and imaginative play as per Schedule G.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. Shared bottles of soap water and bleach are being used between activity room and washroom, which can pose a cross contamination risk.

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

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

  Observation. Licensing observed the following: - Bleach solution was placed on a low cabinet in the activity area in reach of children. Manager relocated the bottles immediately, this item was corrected during inspection. - Child lock was not engaged in the washroom, with cleaning chemicals inside the cabinet accessible to children. Manager engaged the lock, this item was corrected during inspection. - Diaper rash cream, Polysporin, and other ointments were observed next to the diaper changing mat, accessible to children. Diaper rash cream also observed to be expired. These items were relocated immediately, this item was corrected during inspection. - Space heaters were on the floor of the nap room, and in the activity area. Both space heaters were hot to touch, and had loose cords accessible to children.

• POLICIES AND PROCEDURES / Community Care Facility RecordsNon-critical

  Current policies and procedures are kept as required . [CCLR Sec.56(1)(2) and CCALA 19]

  Observation. Licensing was unable to locate a Screen Time Policy.

• POLICIES AND PROCEDURES / Emergency 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. Licensing observed the following: - Fire extinguisher bought in 2021, and overdue for service. - Emergency supplies are available, however food and water have expired. Resource to be provided.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  A record for each child containing the name and telephone number of a parent, medical practitioner and emergency contact is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(d)]

  Observation. None of the children's files contained medical practitioner information.

• STAFFING / Community Care Facility RecordsNon-critical

  The licensee keeps current records of each employee as required under Sec. 19(1). [CCLR Sec.56(b)]

  Observation. Licensing observed references, and certificate verifications to be missing from staff file.

• MEDICATION / MedicationNon-critical

  Medications are not accessible to children. [CCLR Sec. 53(2)]

  Observation. *CCFL observed diapering creams and ointments with drug identification numbers within easy reach of children on the diapering bench.

• 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. *A wooden dramatic play kitchen inside the Livingroom play area was not secured to the wall creating a possible tipping hazard. *A heavy ornamental garden fox was observed to be on a ledge creating a possible tipping hazard. *The clips on the bi-fold doors by the washroom do not hold.

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

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

  Observation. *The licensee's purse was observed to be within reach of children on a chair by a low table. Adult belongings may contain items harmful to children such as medications. *Bleach spray was observed to be within reach of children on the bathroom counter.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Care PlansNon-critical

  For each child requiring extra support, the licensee keeps a current care plan showing the required information. [CCLR Sec. 58(1)(2)]

  Observation. *A child requiring medication as treatment for an allergic condition did not have care plan in place.

• 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. *Care card numbers have not been collected for all of the children.

• STAFFING / Community Care Facility RecordsNon-critical

  The licensee keeps current records of each employee as required under Sec. 19(1). [CCLR Sec.56(b)]

  Observation. *A new staff does not have a criminal record check specific to the facility, immunization status or references on file.

• NUTRITION AND FOOD SERVICES / NutritionNon-critical

  Healthy eating and nutritional habits are promoted. [CCLR Sec.48(1)(b)]

  Observation. *A toddler was observed walking around and eating a rice cracker for much of today's visit. A discussion was held with the licensee about healthy eating habits and how this practice could pose a risk of the child choking.

• 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 granite fireplace hearth has raised corners which could potentially cause head injury.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. *The cord from a heater in the nap room was observed to be loose and accessible to children. This poses a risk of entanglement. *A blind cord in the nap room was observed to be loose and accessible from one of the cribs. This poses a risk of entanglement. *2 mirrored sliding closets with child locks installed were observed to be unsecured. This is a finger pinch hazard and creates accessibility to the items stored within the closets. (Corrected during inspection) *Glass perfume bottles located on the bathroom counter were noted to be within children's reach creating risk of shattered glass if dropped on the marble counter or floor. *The diapering surface is cloth which makes it difficult to disinfect between different children's diaper changes.

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

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

  Observation. *The lower kitchen cabinets were observed to be unsecured allowing children access to cleaning products such as bleach.

• POLICIES AND PROCEDURES / Emergency 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. *There are commercially dried food rations and water available in case of evacuation/emergency, however the dried food may not be appropriate or easy for toddlers to eat and there are no considerations for diapering. A discussion was held with the licensee in regards to obtaining more safety equipment, comfort kits from family and food that toddlers can easily eat.

• 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. *None of the children's files contained care card numbers. *2 of the children's files had only parents listed as emergency contacts. *2 of the children's files were missing immunization status. *None of the children's files contained photographs of the child.