Little Goslings

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• 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. Licensing observed one child with a medical care plan, with missing information including location of medication, and field trip plans. Expiry date of medication to be updated reflecting current information.

• 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. Fire drill was not practiced for the month of May. The most recent implementation of the emergency plan was August 2024.

• 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. Facility provides daily information sheets to parents that include toileting, mealtime, nap time, and other observations. However, a minor incident log is not kept by the facility staff. A discussion was had in regards to the importance of logging minor incidents, illnesses and unexpected events.

• 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. Licensing observed one child to be missing medical insurance information.

• 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. Daily outdoor inspections are being implemented, however, not logged.

• 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. Licensing observed multiple months missing for the fire drill, and no emergency plan implemented.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. *A large plastic garbage can located outdoors in the "art" area is full of rakes, push brooms and shovels and has become a tipping hazard. *The cord from the hepa filter in the main room was observed to be loose and unsecured. *CCFL observed a power bar with 3 items plugged in hanging loosely from a wall socket in the nap room. This is not a safe arrangement.

• 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. *The round fence pole (9 to the right from the hollowed out log) that separates Little Goslings from Coho has a nail sticking out.

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. *There is no covered container for soiled clothing or diapers in the washroom. *The staff washroom door was observed to be unsecured, allowing children access to staff personal belongings. *A hose by the outside gate was looped loosely around the hanger creating the possibility of entrapment.

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

  Equipment, furniture and supplies are located so as not to block or hamper exits in the case of fire or other emergency. [CCLR Sec. 15(1)(b)]

  Observation. *The gate at the front was tied shut making this method of egress not easily passible.

• 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. *The round fence poles that separates Little Goslings from Coho have nails sticking out.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical

  Ground Surfacing: The depth of loose fill material (protective surfacing) meets or exceeds the minimum requirements of the Standard of Practice. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. *There is inadequate fill beneath the slide fall zones. The Manager reports that a playground renovation is planned for this summer.

• 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)]

  Observation. *The emergency contacts listed on the emergency cards are not always consistent with "persons authorized to pick up" on the registration forms.

• 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. *During today's visit the dishwasher was broken. The Manager informed Licensing that a work order had been placed for the repair.

• 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. *Licensing observed a small wooden bridge with four wooden spindles missing (two on each side of the bridge's handrails). The space created by the missing spindles is a potential entrapment hazard. *The decking on the small bridge in the outdoor play yard is rotten in some areas which has created soft spots and a tripping hazard. This item is no longer in good repair. *Several of the wood stumps and the bench in the outdoor play yard are rotten and deteriorated which could potentially cause splinters or other injuries. *A large wooden stump has been pushed up and secured against 3 smaller stumps in the outdoor play yard creating the possibility of a trip or foot entrapment hazard along the top surfaces.

• POLICIES AND PROCEDURES / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. *Licensing observed written fire drill procedures, however there was no evacuation plan posted.

• 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. *Licensing observed 4 of the children's records were missing care card numbers. *3 of the children's records did not have a photo of the child.

• 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)]

  Observation. *One of the children's records lists the parents as emergency contacts.

• STAFFING / First AidNon-critical

  At all times children have immediate access to an employee who holds a valid first aid and CPR certificate, is knowledgeable respecting each child's medical condition, if any, and is capable of communicating with emergency personnel. [CCLR Sec. 23(1)]

  Observation. *One Educator's first aid certificate has expired as of May 5, 2021.