At this inspection dated May 14, 2020 there were 13 children and 10 staff present. At this inspection the above noted contravention was identified. Licensee is required to take corrective action to bring facility into compliance. The contravention noted in this report were reviewed with the manager during today's inspection. This inspection report was completed off site (0.5 hr) and emailed along with the Risk Assessment to the facility the same day.
The following education/recommendations were provided in regards to:
-Cleaning and Sanitizing Policies
-Health & Hygiene Practices ( Handwashing, Cough and Sneeze Etiquette)
-Physical Distancing Ideas
-Precautions and Practices for Sick Children
LO provided the Resource Package for Child Care Facilities COVID-19 Prevention, including:
-Educational Hand Washing Posters
-Cleaning and Disinfecting in Childcare Setting
-Guidance in the Selection of Cleaners, Sanitizers or Disinfectants
LO observed and discussed the following with Manager on-site:
-Continue to monitor and maintain proper sanitization for all high-touch surfaces and toys, including soft and porous toys and equipment; such items still need to be properly cleaned and disinfected by laundering in a washing machine with hot water and dry in a clothes dryer on a hot cycle if children are using them.
- First Aid Kit: to remove all expired items with DIN #; a further discussion was had about requiring parent’s permission before using any items with DIN # on children.
- Food Preparation: LO noted that each child's snack were served in sheet of paper towel. For proper and safer food handling, LO advised to have one staff person to handle and serve food during meal/snack time. Food preparation area should not be used for any other purposes. LO also recommended to use individual plates with children during meal/snack time, instead of paper towel.
Thank you for your time during today's inspection. If you have any questions or need additional support, please feel free to reach out. LO's business card was provided.
Visit the CCFL website at www.fraserhealth.ca/childcare for additional resources, and links to the Legislation (CCALA and CCLR). |