# Cuddles 'n' Care, Dublin 9 — inspection reports and findings > Cuddles 'n' Care (Dublin 9, Co. Dublin): what Tusla inspections found — 1 published inspection(s), non-compliances and the provider's corrective actions. ## Cuddles 'n' Care Part Time · 0 - 6 Years · Dublin 9, Dublin · Tusla ID **TU2015DY058** · Registered since 1 January 2026 An inspection records what inspectors saw **on one day**; services respond with corrective actions — [how to read this](/methodology.md). #### Inspection of 6 November 2024 — Inspection Report Full report (PDF, Tusla) **Immediate action notice.** An Immediate Action Notice was issued to the registered provider on the day of the inspection under Regulation 23, in relation to a safety concern identified under Regulation 23. A response was received from the registered provider which mitigated the risk identified. See body of report for details. This inspection was unannounced and focused on the area of governance, safety, premises and facilities. The inspection may also focus on other areas as required. The following regulations were reviewed: ##### Regulation 9 — Management and recruitment - (4) There was no sufficient documentation to show that one staff member who worked directly with the children attending the service held at least a major award in Early Childhood Care and Education at QQI Level 5 or above on the National Framework of Qualifications or a qualification deemed eligible by the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth - Corrective Action The service applied for to the relevant department for recognition of qualification. Preventive Action The service commit to review qualification for new employees against the DCEDIY Early Years Recognised qualifications list ##### Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service - (1) (j) The services’ medication records were reviewed on the day of the inspection. A sample of ten medication administration records were reviewed. Four out of ten medication administration records reviewed on the day of inspection did not have a parent’s signature. This was not in line with the services policy - Corrective Action Parents signed the medication forms that were incomplete. Preventive Action The service will ensure that medication forms will be filled out correctly and checked each time. Staff and parents were reminded that these forms must be filled correctly ##### Regulation 21 — Equipment and materials - 1. There was no suitable shelving to provide accessibility of equipment for the children in the Baby Room to support children with independent decision making in their play and development. 2. There was no rest area available to the children in the Baby Room - Corrective Action 1. The service will rearrange the baby room to provide accessible equipment. 2. A cosy corner has been introduced to allow children to have a space to rest. Preventive Action 1. The service will ensure rooms have adequate equipment within the children’s reach to help children play independently. 2. Cosy corners and soft mats area will always be available. A daily checklist will be checked every morning before children arrive ##### Regulation 23 — Safeguarding health, safety and welfare of child - General Safety: 1. The water temperatures in the following wash hand basins exceeded the recommended temperature of 43oC. This posed a scald risk to the children. Room Time Temperature recorded Counter-top sink in nappy changing room on first floor 10.41am 58.8oC Counter-top sink in Playschool room 11.22am 51.9oC Low sink in nappy changing room on first floor 10.42am 44.4oC An immediate action notice was issued to the registered provider in relation to the high-water temperatures at the counter top sinks in the nappy changing room and the Playschool room. Action submitted by the Registered Provider Corrective Action General Safety: 1. A plumber attended the service on the evening of the 6 November 2024 and assessed the parts required. The water temperatures were adjusted on the 7 November 2024. Preventive action 1. The registered provider ensures water temperatures will be within the required range of less than 43oC. Supporting documentation submitted General Safety: 1. Invoice for works completed. Summary Comment The inspector has reviewed the actions taken and evidence submitted. 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