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Little Explorer's Daycare

245 3 Street W Drumheller AB T0J 0Y0 · Child Care Facility

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Inspection summary

Little Explorer's Daycare has been inspected 6 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since February 6, 2024. The most recent inspection, on September 8, 2026, found no infractions.

4 of 6 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 0 infractions recorded. All recorded findings relate to upkeep, equipment or paperwork rather than direct health risks.

The last 4 inspections in a row found no infractions. Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

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.

  • 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 once on February 6, 2024. For example: Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?

  • 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 once on February 6, 2024. For example: Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (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 4 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on February 21, 2024. For example: Are proper protocols being followed in regards to client care?

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.

6 inspections

  1. Demand Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Monitoring Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Monitoring Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 06. Are proper protocols being followed in regards to client care?
      • 1- The cover of the diapering mat in the blue classroom appeared not in good repair, exposing the foam material underneath.2 - There is no wipeable cover on the diapering mat in the yellow classroom. The black foam material has transparent tape wrapped round at the middle. This implies that the surface is not being properly disinfected due to the absorbing nature of the material.*Repair/Replace to ensure that diapering surfaces are maintained in good repair, wipeable, and properly clean and disinfected at all times.Concentration of the bleach solution in most of the classrooms adequate at the time of inspection. Chlorine test strips were available.
  6. Monitoring Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 06. Are proper protocols being followed in regards to client care?
      • 1- The cover of the diapering mat in the blue classroom appeared not in good repair, exposing the foam material underneath.2 - There is no wipeable cover on the diapering mat in the yellow classroom. The black foam material has transparent tape wrapped round at the middle. This implies that the surface is not being properly disinfected due to the absorbing nature of the material.*Repair/Replace to ensure that diapering surfaces are maintained in good repair, wipeable, and properly clean and disinfected at all times.3. Concentration of the bleach solution in most of the classrooms (orange, blue, and green) was observed to be >1000 ppm at the time of inspection. *Ensure appropriate concentration of approved disinfectant is available and maintained.* Provide appropriate disinfectant test strips to ensure appropriate concentration of the disinfectant is prepared.
    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • Observed section of the wall in the classrooms throughout the facility appeared chipped. The grey wall above the baby toys cabinet in the orange classroom was peeling away, thus wall not maintained in good repair.Repair and ensure all walls are smooth, easily cleanable, and maintained in good repair.
    • 17. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Critical)?
      • There is no disinfectant available in the purple classroom at the time of inspection. A disinfectant is necessary to ensure microbial loads are reduced to safe levels on high touch surfaces.*Please ensure disinfectant is available in the classrooms.
    • 24. Are sleeping supplies and areas sufficient to ensure client safety and comfort (Non-Critical)?
      • Observed sleeping mats with sheets on them are being stocked together in the cabinet in the blue classroom at the time of inspection.* Ensure beddings are stored properly to protect them from contamination at all times.
    • 31. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Critical)?
      • 1. Functional thermometer not available in the fridge in the pink classroom.* Ensure to provide a functional thermometer for monitoring of the fridge working condition.2. In the Yellow classroom, observed bingo daubers which did not have an Approved Product Seal in one of the bins in the cabinet. Staff mentioned that the product is used for art works by the kids. Art/craft supplies without the Approved Product Seal may be made with materials that either pose a physical hazard or are toxic.*Please either remove the bingo daubers or clearly mark them as not intended for use in the childcare facility.Ensure materials use by children are safe at all times.

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