Mosaic Montessori Preschool

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• HYGIENE AND COMMUNICABLE DISEASE CONTROLPhysical Requirements of FacilityNon-critical

  There is a diaper changing area that is adjacent to a wash basin, that is located away from the food preparation area, and that has a covered container for soiled clothing. [CCLR Sec. 14(4)]

  Observation. Staff inform that soiled diapers are placed in the garbage bin in the activity area, and does not have a lid.

• RECORDS AND REPORTINGRecords For Each ChildNon-critical

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

  Observation. Several children's records were missing information including and emergency contact that is not a parent, and medical insurance information.

• POLICIES AND PROCEDURESEmergency 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. Fire extinguisher is current in it's servicing. Licensing observed emergency preparedness supplies available, however, the water has expired.

• RECORDS AND REPORTINGRecords For Each ChildNon-critical

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

  Observation. Licensing observed several children's files to be missing information including medical insurance information, medical practitioner information, immunization status, and an emergency contact that is not a parent.

• STAFFINGCommunity 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 one staff file to be missing a criminal record check under the facility name, and references.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGEnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. * A water pipe in the washroom is rusty underneath which is causing the paint to peel and chip. *Expired saline solution and rubbing alcohol was observed in the first aid kit. (This item corrected during inspection)

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGFurniture, 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 side door has a gate which is easily and quickly removed, however during today's visit there was also a floor fan in front of the door making this point of egress complicated.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGHazardous Objects and SubstancesNon-critical

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

  Observation. *A pyramid style cheese grater, various knives and adult scissors were observed to be accessible to children in the low kitchen drawers. *An open container of push pins was being stored accessible to children inside a small unlocked cupboard in the main play area.

• RECORDS AND REPORTINGCare 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 posted anaphylaxis care plan was not current. The care plan stated that Benadryl must be administered for allergic reaction, however, CCFL then observed written confirmation that the child is no longer allergic and the epi pen is no longer required even though an epi pen was observed to be on site for this child. Upon discussion with the educator, it was determined that no epi pen is to be used only Benadryl. An updated care plan must be put in place that states that the child no longer has an anaphylactic allergy and the epi-pen should be returned to the family.

• RECORDS AND REPORTINGRecords For Each ChildNon-critical

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

  Observation. *Several of the photos on the emergency cards in the to go bag were blurred, small or too dark and were not adequate to identify the child they are meant to represent.

• STAFFINGAdditional criminal record checksNon-critical

  All persons over the age of 12 that are ordinarily present on the premises while children are present are of good character and the licensee has obtained a criminal record check for each person. [CCLR Sec 20]

  Observation. *Current criminal records checks were available for all staff with the exception of one that was made out to a different facility and a sharing form was not observed. Unless a sharing form is provided, CRC's must be specific to the facility where the employee works.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGEnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. *CCFL observed paper and other flammable items stacked up too close to the furnace. This is a possible fire hazard. *The barrier separating the hot water tank and furnace had gaps allowing children access to this area. *A hot tea kettle was observed to be perched on the edge of the kitchen counter, the cord trailing down within easy reach of children. This item was corrected during inspection.

• RECORDS AND REPORTINGRecords For Each ChildNon-critical

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

  Observation. *Several emergency consent cards were missing photos of the children. *CCFL observed 2 of the children's records without care card numbers.

• RECORDS AND REPORTINGRecords 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. *CCFL observed 2 of the children's files had parents listed as the sole emergency contacts.

No violations recorded at this inspection.