Little Munchkin Daycare Ltd.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. Licensing observed the following: 1) A gate standing upright against a wall. The gate posed a risk of falling over and injuring a child. The gate was secured between door openings at the time of inspection. 2) The gate to the kitchen was open giving children access to this area. A fire extinguisher on the floor, multiple cleaning brooms and mops and other hazardous items were present behind the gate. The gate was closed at the time of inspection. 3) One baseboard heater had a front protective panel that was broken and loose on one end exposing the sharp metal heating coils. The Licensee fixed the protective panel at the time of inspection. 4) Numerous toys and other items stored on open shelves and racks mounted on the walls above the floor. Some shelves contained baskets with heavy items such as wood blocks and wood puzzles. These items posed a risk of injuring a child if they were to fall during an earthquake. A discussion was held with the Licensee to remove all items stored above a child's head or store them in cabinets with lockable doors. 5) Some rubber protective strips for the fireplace mantel had become loose. Packing tape was used to tape the strips back into place, however this was ineffective.

• 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. Licensing observed a vinyl couch with worn vinyl patches exposing the porous material underneath. This item is no longer in good repair and cannot be properly sanitized.

• 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. One staff was missing the following documentation: - resume - references - documentation of immunization status

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility as an educator or an assistant unless the person holds a certificate issued under Division 2 [Employee Qualifications], which must be verified by the licensee using a system established and maintained by the director of the early childhood educator registry [CCLR Sec. 19(4)(a)]

  Observation. One staff did not have verification of their certificate with the ECE Registry on file.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• LICENSING / Continuing duty to informNon-critical

  Licensing has been notified immediately of any change in the information provided under Section 9 (Applying for a License). [CCLR Sec. 10(1)]

  Observation. -Licensing observed that children's registration information included an option for 'extended care hours' beyond the regular program hours of 7:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The extended care hours were available on weekday mornings from 5:45 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. and evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 9:45 p.m., as well as on weekends from 7:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. and from 12:45 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Families are provided the option to select from a list of licensed facilities operated by the Licensee to attend. Licensing inquired with staff about this arrangement and was informed that children from other programs could attend the current Balfour location to utilize the 'extended hours' program. Licensing was informed that no child remains in care for more than 13 hours per day. Staff confirmed that this program had been implemented. However, Licensing observed that no records or information was available on-site regarding which children were in attendance, registration details, staffing information, or any identified health information for the children attending. To assess ongoing compliance, please provide the following information regarding the extended care hours program: - Information regarding the staff involved in the program. - A detailed description of the care program being offered. - Children's registration details including: * A list of children registered and attending the program. * Attendance days and hours for each child. - An employee plan that includes: * A statement of the duties, qualifications, relevant work experience and suitability of the proposed manager; * The proposed number of employees, their qualifications and expected duties. * A supervision and staffing plan, including provisions for when children are attending or being transported to and from outdoor play areas or off-site activities. - Written assurance that records and information related to children in care, as well as staff details, will be available on site.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Care PlansNon-critical

  The licensee records compliance with the care plan of a child requiring extra support for all applicable aspects of care. [CCLR Sec. 58(3)]

  Observation. -Licensing observed that a care plan was in place for one child requiring an EpiPen. However, Licensing was informed that the EpiPen was not brought to the facility. Discussion occurred regarding the need to have the medication readily available to the child prescribed it at all times. Licensing observed that the child's care plan was also missing the expiry date information for the prescribed EpiPen.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. Licensing observed multiple puzzles stacked on top of each other on a high shelf. The puzzles were unsecured and pose as a hazard to children should they fall.

• 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. During inspection Licensing observed the following: *Multiple foam play mats that were starting to rip and show signs of wear and tear. These mats are no longer in good repair and are difficult to properly clean. *One carpet by the bathroom staring to fray and lift on one corner. This poses as a tripping hazard.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• MEDICATION / MedicationNon-critical

  Medications that staff have agreed to administer are readily accessible to staff and are administered in the correct dosage at the correct times. [CCLR Sec. 53(1)]

  Observation. Staff report that they do not post or inform parents of the snack food and drink provided to the children each day. Response: Ensure information on food and drink given to children is made available to parents. As discussed the food and drink items could be written on the daily sign in/out sheet or place a white board next to the sign in sheet. Send photo confirmation this is addressed by November 16/21 to the LO

• NUTRITION AND FOOD SERVICES / NutritionNon-critical

  Children have healthy food and drink in accordance with Canada's Food Guide. [CCLR Sec.48(1)(a)]

  Observation. It was revealed at today's inspection that snack foods provided are only 1 food group; today's morning snack was grapes. As required in the Canada Food Guide and Section 48 1(a) snack food must have at least two food groups. For example: grapes(fruit) and yogurt(dairy) .

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. The fridge does not have a thermometer to record temperature. Fridge must be kept at 4deg C or below.

• PROGRAM / Program of activitiesNon-critical

  Children are provided with a comprehensive and coordinated program of indoor and outdoor activities that is designed for the development and care of the children, and is appropriate for the age and development of the children. [CCLR Sec. 44(1)(a)(b)(c) and Schedule(G)]

  Observation. At today's inspection limited equipment and supplies were observed in the activity rooms. There were no observable "play areas" and only loose parts and a child sized couch and chair. Children were observed running and jumping on equipment as the room is not divided into play areas. A staff was observed sitting holding a child and reading books to children as the other changed diapers. The kitchen/art area has tables and chairs.

• 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. A checklist for staff records was completed and given to the LO. The LO examined records and found 1 staff without a CRC for Little Munchkins. A Sharing Form was completed in July but no results on file