Inspection of 13 May 2025 — Inspection Report
Regulation 9 — Management and recruitment
- Two references for one staff member were not available for inspection
Provider's corrective action:
- Staff member got two references from previous childminding jobs. The manager rang and verified both references. Make a checklist for staff folders to ensure all documents are present and up to date
Regulation 23 — Safeguarding health, safety and welfare of child
- General Safety: 1. The service did not demonstrate compliance with the Regulatory Notice to renew Garda vetting every three years for four adults. Administration of Medication: 2. Three children attending the service required emergency medication to be administered if required. Whilst there was signed parental consent to administer the medication there were no care plans available for any of the children detailing the signs, symptoms and actions to take should the medication be required to be administered. This can affect the care provided to the children in the event of an emergency. Action submitted by the Registered Provider
Provider's corrective action:
- General Safety: 1. All three Garda vetting that had expired in April 2025 has since been renewed. The service will check garda vetting at the start of each year to ensure it is applied for on time in the future that is included in our staff checklist folder. Administration of Medication: 2. An administration of medication form has been placed on the notice board for all staff to see and be aware of different allergies within the setting. This form will be updated frequently when required in the future
Found compliant: Regulation 11, 16, 19, 25, 26.