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Dolphins and Dinosaurs Childcare Centre - Facility

9 - 205 1 Street E Cochrane AB T4C 1X6 · Child Care Facility

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Inspection summary

Dolphins and Dinosaurs Childcare Centre - Facility has been inspected 3 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since May 21, 2025. The most recent inspection, on June 8, 2026, recorded 5 infractions.

None of the 3 inspections on record were free of infractions. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 8 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Protecting food from contamination and Handwashing and staff hygiene.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their findings differently, so we group them by what they mean for the people in care. Higher-risk findings are the ones that could directly make someone sick, and they matter more here because young children, older adults and people who are unwell are more vulnerable to infection.

  • Protecting food from contaminationHigher risk

    This covers how food and supplies are stored and handled: kept covered, off the floor, and away from anything that could contaminate them. Where food is served, raw meat must be kept away from ready-to-eat food, a direct route for salmonella and E. coli.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on January 22, 2026. For example: Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hand hygiene is the most important way to stop germs spreading between children, residents and staff. Inspectors check that sinks are stocked and easy to reach, that staff wash their hands when required (for example after diapering or before handling food), and that sick staff stay away from work.

    Recorded once on May 21, 2025. For example: Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be made of cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked surface or worn part. They are generally lower risk but show how well the place is maintained.

    Recorded 4 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on June 8, 2026. For example: Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be clean and in good repair, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate health risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded 2 times on June 8, 2026. For example: Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?

  • Other findingsLower risk

    Findings that do not fit the categories above, such as follow-ups that confirm an earlier violation was corrected, or requirements specific to this type of facility.

    Recorded 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on June 8, 2026. For example: Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Non-Critical)?

About this data

These results come from Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health), which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

3 inspections

  1. Monitoring Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • Trex Room 19-36 months * Plastic storage container was stacked on the top of each other; they were not properly secured. Please ensure proper shelving units are in place and secured if they are taller than 3ft.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • *Some of the flooring in the Trex toddler room was not in good repair.*Windowsills -paint chipping (Trex toddler room)Please make sure repairs and cleaning are completed.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • * Backsplash on the wall by the hand sink in the infant room was not in good repair.*Trex -room 19-36 months - Corner and surface of the diaper changing table paint was chipping off. Please repaint / repair. -Play mat by the window was not in good repair. *Trex -2 -Blue play table surface paint was chipped off.Please ensure repairs and replacements are completed.
    • 22. Is the plumbing system adequate and being properly maintained (Non-Critical)?
      • * Hot water temperature in the Great White Shark room was measured at 52.6 C.Recommended maximum at 49C.
    • 32. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Non-Critical)?
      • *The ventilation in the infant room was inadequate. The room appeared poorly ventilated, which may contribute to reduced indoor air quality. Strong odor was noticed.Ensure the infant room is adequately ventilated. Review and maintain the ventilation system as needed to promote acceptable indoor air quality.
  2. Demand Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
      • There were multiple chemical bottles at the shelf, no bleach sanitizer in the Triceratops Room. Staff in that room was not aware of what kind of cleaner or chemicals in the bottles.Please make sure staff do have knowledge of chemical and what purposes they are used for to prevent misuse of chemical and prevent any incidents.
    • 10. Is a properly supplied first aid kit provided and readily available?
      • CPR shield was missing in some of the first aid kits in the couple of the backpacks.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • *Some of the wall covers in the infant room were separating.*Some of the flooring in the Trex toddler room was not in good repair.*Flooring piece /tile was missing by the exit door to playground in the T-rex toddler room.*Windowsills -pain chipping (Trex toddler room)*Grey table in the Great White Shark room was missing protective corners and paint chipping. *Carpet lifting by the exit door in the common area to playground. *Some of the toy containers in the rooms had debris and dust. Please make sure repairs and cleaning are completed.
  3. Initial Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
      • There were multiple chemical bottles at the shelf, no bleach sanitizer in the Triceratops Room. Staff in that room was not aware of what kind of cleaner or chemicals in the bottles.Please make sure staff do have knowledge of chemical and what purposes they are used for to prevent misuse of chemical and prevent any incidents.
    • 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
      • Dedicated hand sink for diaper changing area in the infant room was used washing water and milk bottles. Discussed that with the stuff and program director to make sure milk and water bottles washing and sanitizing is done properly in the kitchen. Hand sink in the infant room by the diaper changing area is used for handwashing purposes only.
    • 10. Is a properly supplied first aid kit provided and readily available?
      • CPR shield was missing in some of the first aid kits in the couple of the backpacks.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • *Some of the wall covers in the infant room were separating.*Some of the flooring in the Trex toddler room was not in good repair.*Flooring piece /tile was missing by the exit door to playground in the T-rex toddler room.*Windowsills -pain chipping (Trex toddler room)*Grey table in the Great White Shark room was missing protective corners and paint chipping. *Carpet lifting by the exit door in the common area to playground. *Some of the toy containers in the rooms had debris and dust. Please make sure repairs and cleaning are completed.

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