Happy Trails Daycare

Observation. The outdoor play structure's climbing wall is not adequately attached to the main structure. This may result in a child falling backwards when trying to climb. The Child Care Licensing Regulation requires that all equipment used by children be safety constructed and free from hazards in order to prevent risk of injury. Licensing must receive written confirmation that the play structure no longer poses a risk of injury to children in care, no later than November 14, 2025.

Observation. Hazardous cleaner located under kitchen sink was found to be accessible to children in care. Laundry detergents located on top of laundry machines were also accessible at time of inspection. The Child Care Licensing Regulation requires that children not have access to any hazardous substance. These items pose a serious health risk if ingested. Licensing must receive written confirmation that these substances are no longer accessible to children in care no later than November 14, 2025.

Observation. Radon gas results have not yet been received. The licensee will place a new long term test kit out in order to get a reading that can be re-submitted to a laboratory.

Observation. Records for two children in care at time of inspection could not be located. The Child Care Licensing Regulation requires that all facility records be kept in a single location at the facility. This ensures information can be retrieved in a timely manner when necessary. Licensing must receive written confirmation that records have been located and will be kept in a common place with all other facility records no later than November 14, 2025.

Observation. Child registration records were reviewed at random. One record requires a care card number and doctor/contact information. Two records require enrolment dates. All information must be on site prior to a child attending facility for care.

Observation. Radon detector has been sent away to lab. Awaiting results.

Observation. A new record has been in use for recording monthly fire drills, however, this record does not include June and July. Dates of drills practiced during these months could not be located at time of inspection. Licensee to create a new fire drill record that includes all 12 months to be used going forward. Licensee to continue to source out someone qualified to inspect fire extinguisher on an annual basis.

Observation. Employee file is still in progress. Immunization status, criminal record clearance letter and copy of valid first aid is required. A detailed plan to ensure all requirements are in place prior to use of this employee must be submitted to Licensing.

Observation. A bathroom renovation was started prior to Licensing approval. Licensing was notified of this renovation while it was underway and a plan to ensure the safety of children in care was discussed at this time. Construction occurred outside of childcare hours. Licensing must be notified of any future structural changes to gain approval prior to the start of the project.

Observation. Records for monthly fire drills and annual emergency plan review were found to be incomplete. THESE CONTRAVENTIONS WERE IDENTIFIED DURING PREVIOUS TWO INSPECTIONS. Fire extinguisher requires inspection annually by qualified technician.

Observation. Licensing has not yet received the results of a test for radon gas. A long term test must be completed during the cold months for a minimum of 90 days.

Observation. Single use bathroom hand towels and liquid soap were not available to children in care during initial inspection of bathroom. THIS CONTRAVENTION WAS IDENTIFIED DURING PREVIOUS INSPECTION.

Observation. LO asked to review registration records for 5 children currently enrolled. One child had no record available. Other records were missing doctor name/contact and care card numbers. All required personal information for each child in care must be on site prior to a child attending. THIS CONTRAVENTION WAS IDENTIFIED DURING TWO PREVIOUS INSPECTIONS.

Observation. Employee file was found to be incomplete at time of inspection . Criminal record clearance letter, copy of training certificate and immunization status still required. Please ensure all required documents are on site and accessible as per section 19 of the CCLR. - THIS CONTRAVENTION WAS IDENTIFIED DURING TWO PREVIOUS INSPECTIONS.

Observation. Licensee is on wait list to take next available First Aid course offered in this area. Documents for RA staff file are in the process of being located.

Observation. Outdoor play area not suitable for use at time of inspection. Fence needs repair and dog excrement requires to be picked up so children do not have access. Please provide a plan to ensure children have access to a suitable/safe outdoor space daily.

Observation. Records for monthly fire drills and annual emergency plan review were found to be incomplete. Fire extinguisher requires inspection annually by qualified technician. THIS CONTRAVENTION WAS IDENTIFIED DURING PREVIOUS INSPECTION.

Observation. The licensee's first aid certificate expired in Jan. 2022. Children must always have access to an employee who holds a valid first aid. Licensee's mom, who holds a valid first aid certificate, was present at time of inspection. Please provide Licensing with a plan to ensure compliance. The licensee has one employee. A complete file could not be located at time of inspection. Please ensure all required documents are on site and accessible as per section 19 of the CCLR. - THIS CONTRAVENTION WAS IDENTIFIED DURING PREVIOUS INSPECTION.

Observation. Attendance records were found to be incomplete at time of inspection. Previous days' records could not be located and records reviewed did not consistently include both times of arrival and departure. LO discussed with licensee the importance of implementing a new system that will ensure daily attendance is adequate and stored in a single place. THIS CONTRAVENTION WAS IDENTIFIED DURING PREVOIUS INSPECTION. LO asked to review registration records for 5 children in attendance at time of inspection. Only one record could be produced during inspection. This record did not contain a care card number as required. LO discussed with licensee the importance of implementing a new system of storing all child records to ensure information does not get misplaced. THIS CONTRAVENTION WAS IDENTIFIED DURING PREVIOUS INSPECTION. Various records could not be located or were not located in a single location at time of inspection.

Observation. Single use bathroom hand towels were not available to children in care during initial inspection of bathroom.

Observation. Hot water temperature was measured at 56 degrees Celsius at time of inspection. Must not exceed 49 degrees to prevent risk of injury. Facility bathroom and fridge in kitchen in need of cleaning. A system must be established to ensure all areas of facility that children have access to are cleaned on a regular basis. TV located in living room area is not mounted and sits unsteadily on stand. Please ensure TV is secured to prevent risk of injury to children in care.

Observation. No record of annual emergency plan review in place. Please ensure a record is kept indicating that you have reviewed this plan at least once each year to ensure preparedness in the event of an emergency.

Observation. LO Vermeulen reviewed child registration records at random. Records did not contain all required information. Please review all current records to ensure requirement information has been collected from parent/guardian.

Observation. A review of the emergency plan is required at minimum once each year. A record indicating the date of this review is also required. The licensee has one employee. A complete file could not be located at time of inspection. Please ensure all required documents are on site and accessible as per section 19 of the CCLR.