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The Mad House - Daycare

5459 Lac Ste Anne Trail Onoway AB T0E 1V0 · Child Care Facility

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Inspection summary

The Mad House - Daycare has been inspected 7 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since November 20, 2023. The most recent inspection, on July 22, 2026, recorded 7 infractions.

2 of 7 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 7 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Protecting food from contamination and Handwashing and staff hygiene.

The number of infractions per inspection has stayed roughly the same over time.

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 10 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on July 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on July 22, 2026. For example: Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?

  • 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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on October 7, 2024. For example: Is the plumbing system adequate and being properly maintained (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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on July 22, 2026. For example: Are indoor play areas and equipment sufficient and being properly maintained to ensure client safety (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 6 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on July 22, 2026. 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.

7 inspections

  1. Monitoring Inspection

    7 infractions

    • 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
      • During the inspection of the modular building, it was noted that the baby gate to the kitchen was missing. The baby gate, or similar physical barrier, is required to prevent unauthorized access of the kitchen area. It was installed during the inspection.Since the baby gate is removable, it has been recommended that the facility look to have a more permanent barrier.
    • 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
      • The door to the office in the modular building was observed to be open at the time of inspection. The office does not have adequate child proofing measures in place and should be a restricted area. Options to correct include: - Manually close the door between activities. - Discussed that they can install a self-closing door hinge on this door.
    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • There was a power bar present on the counter in the modular building, which children would have access to. To reduce risk to children, please secure the power bar to the wall out of reach of children.
    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • 1. There was a laundry basket in the upstairs room of the house, which was in disrepair and had some sharp edges. Discussed with operator to replace this basket. 2. An extension cord was on the floor in the upstairs room of the house, which the children would have access to. To reduce risk to children, please secure the power bar to the wall out of reach of children.
    • 06. Are proper protocols being followed in regards to client care?
      • Change tables were observed in each room where diapering occurs. One room, in the upstairs of the house, had a change table pad which was in slight disrepair and did not have a working safety strap. This pad was removed from the change table. The table had a sufficient pad in place, which was under the removed pad. Handwashing facilities were appropriate for diapering areas and chlorine sanitizer spray was observed in each area.
    • 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
      • The washroom sinks in the modular building did not have paper towels in the dispensers. One of the bathrooms had a roll of paper towels placed on the top of the dispenser. The other bathroom did not have an appropriate supply of paper towels, as the small amount present was wet at the time of inspection. The two sinks outside of the washrooms did have a supply of the paper towels present.
    • 20. Are indoor play areas and equipment sufficient and being properly maintained to ensure client safety (Non-Critical)?
      • A plastic tote in the modular building had a lid in disrepair, which had some sharp edges. Discussed with operator to replace this lid to reduce risk of injury.
  2. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Monitoring Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
      • During the inspection of the modular building, it was noted that the baby gate was missing. The baby gate, or similar partition, is required to prevent unauthorized access of the kitchen area. It was installed during the inspection.Since the baby gate is removable, it has been recommended that the facility look to have a more permanent partition so that this does not become a re-occurring violation.
    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • There was a power bar present on the floor in the toddler room which did not have adequate protection from child access. To reduce the risk, please secure the power bar to the wall out of reach of the children in this room.
    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • The child safety lock on the staff fridge in the kinder room was not secure and was locked during the inspection. Staff keep personal food items in the mini fridge that children should not have free access to.
    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • The tall shelving unit in the basement (kinder) room was not secured to the wall and created a potential hazard. Please secure this shelving unit to the wall.
    • 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
      • Handwashing sinks in both buildings were properly stocked with hot, running water and adequate supplies with the exception of the children's handwash sinks in the modular building. Paper towels for hand drying were missing in this area. Please restock.
  4. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Monitoring Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 10. Is a properly supplied first aid kit provided and readily available?
      • Antiseptic wipes were past their expiry date. Please ensure that the antiseptic wipes for all first aid kits are checked and updated as necessary.Please advise this office when new antiseptic wipes are acquired.
    • 22. Is the plumbing system adequate and being properly maintained (Non-Critical)?
      • The water pressure at 2 handwashing sinks in diapering areas was very low and would have impeded thorough handwashing. The pressure at the taps was adjusted during the inspection. As per onsite discussion, the pressure should remain at the normal setting. If the facility is having issues with children leaving taps running, then alternative arrangements can be made (e.g. keeping bathroom doors locked from the outside when they aren't in use to prevent unauthorized access by children).
    • 25. Are there adequate storage areas sufficient for the operation of the facility?
      • Staff personal effects (a purse, keys, and a jacket) were observed to be resting on the shelved intended for air drying cleaned and disinfected toys.Please discuss proper storage of personal items with staff. This facility does have multiple areas where staff could appropriately store belongings.
  6. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 21. Is the plumbing system adequate and being properly maintained (Critical)?
      • The water well is suspect of being within 400m of a old landfill. The water from the plumbing shall be used for hygiene and toilet purposes only. Water was being used to wash dishware.The well is a pit well. These wells are prone to contamination due to flooding. Please submit a water sample every 1-2 weeks. Water samples can be dropped off at Onoway Community Health on Tuesdays 12pm to 2:30 pmDue to the above issues, discussions and investigations are on-going on alternate water supply and safety measures, as information comes forward.Bottle water shall be used for any consumption purposes. A water bottle and dispenser is on-site for consumption purposes.
  7. Monitoring Inspection

    7 infractions

    • 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
      • An unlabeled spray bottle with a clear liquid was found in the toy washing sink area. This was discussed with the operator. All containers must be properly labelled with their contents to facilitate safe use.
    • 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
      • Staff fridges in each childcare room require a child proof fridge lock to restrict access to the fridges. Staff keep personal food items in the mini fridges that children should not have free access to.
    • 05. Are communicable diseases at this facility being properly managed?
      • During the inspection it was noted that several children in Room 1 appeared to have runny noses.The Guide for Outbreak Prevention & Control in Child Care Facilities has been provided by email. Operator is to review the guide and follow the illness monitoring and reporting requirements moving forward. Please note that AHS requires that facilities monitor for illness, including the following: • parents/guardians should watch their children daily for new symptoms of illness and keep them home if they are symptomatic. • staff should watch children for new symptoms of illness and follow the facility illness plan if symptoms are identified. The Population Public Health Support Team (PPHST) must be notified if any of the reporting criteria in Table A (page 7) of the Guide for Outbreak Prevention & Control in Child Care Facilities are met.
    • 06. Are proper protocols being followed in regards to client care?
      • The following observations were noted in regard to the diapering areas: 1. Each diapering surface had a Microfiber Baby Changing Table Cover. This cover is not appropriate for use in a commercial facility as it cannot be cleaned and disinfected properly between each diaper change. As per the Institutions Regulation Section 30(c), "the top of the surface of change tables shall be of a non-moisture absorbing material that can be scrubbed and disinfected frequently."The microfiber covers must be removed. 2. An approved disinfectant was not available to properly disinfect the area as required. The AHS Diapering Procedure poster will be provided by email. Approved disinfectants for disinfecting the area during regular operation are: 0.5% Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide Solution OR 100 ppm Chlorine SolutionPlease note that if the facility is on a declared outbreak, then increased disinfection procedures will be required. The facility has bleach available to meet the requirement. Please have appropriate solutions available in properly labelled bottles in each diaper change area. Caution should be taken to appropriately store the spray solutions out of reach of children.
    • 17. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Critical)?
      • There were several different products noted to be available for surface disinfection. The noted produces include: Sol-u-guard Botanical, Lysol Wipes, and Great Value Wipes. Please note that currently, only disinfectants listed in Appendix F of the Health and Safety Guide for Operators of Child Care Facilities are appropriate for use in commercial facilities. Please ensure that products used for toy and surface disinfection meet this requirement.
    • 21. Is the plumbing system adequate and being properly maintained (Critical)?
      • The water well is suspect of being within 400m of a old landfill. The water from the plumbing shall be used for hygiene and toilet purposes only. Water was being used to wash dishware.The well is a pit well. These wells are prone to contamination due to flooding. Please submit a water sample every 1-2 weeks. Water samples can be dropped off at Onoway Community Health on Tuesdays 12pm to 2:30 pmDue to the above issues, discussions and investigations are on-going on alternate water supply and safety measures, as information comes forward.Bottle water shall be used for any consumption purposes. A water bottle and dispenser is on-site for consumption purposes.
    • 31. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Critical)?
      • A full outdoor playground inspection was not completed. The following was observed from inside the facility: Compaction of protective surfacing around slides: Unsatisfactory - operator asked to remove all slides that do not meet the protective surfacing requirements. It was stated that the clients at the facility move some of the slides around. If slides cannot be kept in areas with the required protective surfacing, then they should be removed from the playspace.
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