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Whitefield Day Care - Facility

3644 39 Street NE Calgary AB T1Y 5H6 · Child Care Facility

9 inspections

  1. Monitoring Inspection

    10 infractions

    • 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
      • 1. In the kindergarten room it was observed that two metal bars are protruding from bottom of the windows, appearing to be window handle knobs with handle removed/missing. These may pose a safety hazard to children playing around. 2. A shelf with sharp edges was observed in the basement room used by children aged 3 to 4 years. The sharp edges at the height of kids' head/eyes pose a potential injury hazard to children. 3. A shelf with a broken metal piece at the top was observed in the basement room used by children aged 3 to 4 years. The damaged metal creates a potential pinch, cut, and finger-entrapment hazard for children. Ensure the 1. Protruding bars are removed or adequately covered/protected to prevent injury.2. Shelf edges are padded/protected or replace the table with child-safe furniture to prevent injuries.3. Metal piece is removed or adequately covered to prevent injury.
    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • A heavy stone was found inside a cabinet in the kindergarten room. The manager advised that the stone is used as a painting activity for children. However, the stone poses a potential injury risk if dropped on a child's hand or foot. Upon discussion with the manager, the stone was removed from the room to eliminate the hazard.
    • 06. Are proper protocols being followed in regards to client care?
      • The disinfectant solution concentration was found to be excessively high. Upon discussion with staff, it was determined that the correct amount of bleach was not being measured when preparing the solution. The manager was provided guidance on accurately measuring and diluting bleach to ensure the disinfectant solution is prepared at the required concentration.
    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • A broken floor tile was observed in the basement room, used by children aged 3 to 4 years, which may hinder effective cleaning and maintenance. Ensure the floor tile is repaired or replaced to provide a smooth, safe, and easily cleanable surface.
    • 10. Is a properly supplied first aid kit provided and readily available?
      • First aid kit was missing antibiotic ointments (Topical - Single Use only).Please refer to page 41 of https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/assets/wf/eph/wf-eh-health-safety-guidlines-child-care-facilities.pdf for the OHS First Aid Kit checklist.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • A chair with broken edges was found in the basement room used by children aged 3 to 4 years. The damaged/sharp edges pose a potential injury hazard to children. The chair was removed from the facility.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • An Ice hockey table in the basement room used by children aged 3 to 4 years was observed to have scratches on its surface, making it difficult to properly clean and maintain. Ensure that surface and edges are repaired and painted/refinished with a smooth coating to facilitate effective cleaning and sanitation.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • A mattress in the Toddler Room was ripped.*Staff removed the mattress from the classroom.**Ensure all surfaces in the facility are smooth, safe, and easily cleanable for effective cleaning and disinfecting.
    • 27. Are proper measures being taken to ensure that vermin do not enter or exist in the facility (Non-Critical)?
      • Mouse droppings were found near the back exit door in the basement. A hole in the wall was also observed near the right bottom of the door, which may serve as a potential entry point for mice.Ensure to 1. Clean and sanitize the area where mouse droppings were found.2. Seal/cover the hole in the wall to prevent further rodent entry.3. Engage a pest management company to inspect the facility, address rodent activity and seal potential entry points.
    • 27. Are proper measures being taken to ensure that vermin do not enter or exist in the facility (Non-Critical)?
      • The weather stripping on the lower-level exit door leading to the playground was in disrepair.*Please replace/repair.
  2. Demand Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Risk Management Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 10. Is a properly supplied first aid kit provided and readily available?
      • First aid kits missing blankets.-Please provide the indicated item in all classroom's kits.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • The bleach solution bottles in most classrooms were not working properly; not dispensing solution.-Please provide new dispensing bottles in the classrooms and ensure all surfaces and equipment are properly cleaned and sanitized as required.-Please label the new bottles with the name of chemical and its concentration.
  5. Monitoring Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • Electrical sockets were observed without covers in the kindergarten classroom.-Please cover all electrical outlets or ensure they are child proof to prevent the risk of electrical hazard.
    • 06. Are proper protocols being followed in regards to client care?
      • Worn and torn diaper mat was observed in the toddler and baby's classroom.-Please repair or replace the diaper mat to ensure smooth, non-absorbent and easy to clean surface.
    • 10. Is a properly supplied first aid kit provided and readily available?
      • First aid kits missing blankets.-Please provide the indicated item in all classroom's kits.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • 1. Protruding metals observed on the floor and around the toilets in the preschool classroom.-Please cover these protruding metals with suitable material to prevent tripping hazards and injury.2. The bleach solution bottles in most classrooms were not working properly; not dispensing solution.-Please provide new dispensing bottles in the classrooms and ensure all surfaces and equipment are properly cleaned and sanitized as required.3. Ice build-up was observed in the refrigerator in the toddler/baby classroom.Please defrost and ensure the refrigerator is in good working condition.
    • 32. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Non-Critical)?
      • Some children water bottles were observed without name tags.-Please label all children water bottles with their names.
  6. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 21. Is the plumbing system adequate and being properly maintained (Critical)?
      • - The maximum hot water temperature at the faucets was ranging between 55.3-57.8C. REQUIREMENT: Lower the maximum hot water temperature at the faucet level. It is recommended to maintain the maximum temperature at no greater than 49C.** Oct 24 2024 reinspection: violation is still outstanding. Director mentioned this will be repaired by Nov 4, 2024. ** -
  8. Monitoring Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 21. Is the plumbing system adequate and being properly maintained (Critical)?
      • The maximum hot water temperature at the faucets was ranging between 55.3-57.8C. REQUIREMENT: Lower the maximum hot water temperature at the faucet level. It is recommended to maintain the maximum temperature at no greater than 49C.
    • 25. Are there adequate storage areas sufficient for the operation of the facility?
      • Several rooms in the facility, particularly the food closet and the downstairs storage room, are highly congested with items. It is difficult to maneuver in, fully observe for pests, and clean these areas.REQUIREMENT: The daycare centre must construct more storage space to store items. If there is no further room inside, it is suggested to obtain a storage shed for outside.
  9. Monitoring Inspection

    0 infractions