(2) (a) (b) There were no written validated references available on file for one adult. The validation process had not been carried out on the two written references available for one staff member
Provider's corrective action:
When verifying references, we called all references provided, but we never signed the date to show completion. In future, we will sign and date the forms with the name of the person who carries out the validation. When verifying, all references must be signed
Regulation 23 — Safeguarding health, safety and welfare of child
Infection Control: The following infection control risks were identified. 1. A child’s hands were not observed to be washed following nappy changing on one occasion, which is not in line with the service’s policy which outlines children’s hand are too be washed following nappy changing procedures. 2. The pedal on the pedal operated nappy bin in the downstairs sanitary area was observed to be broken, therefore requiring staff to lift the bin lid with their hands rather than use the pedal operation. Fire Safety: 3. The most recent fire drill recorded in the service was dated January 2024. Through discussion with staff and the person in charge it was confirmed that no fire drills had been carried out since this date. Fire drills are required to be carried out on a monthly basis to familiarise both adults and children of the correct procedures to follow in the event of a fire
Provider's corrective action:
Corrective & Preventive Action Infection Control: 1. At the end of a nappy change, it has been verbally reinforced that all children must wash their hands. There are signs up in the changing area, and this should have been done on the day, as is common practice. 2. For the bin, the foot pedal was off the latch, and this has been fixed. Fire Safety: 3. We have reviewed our fire drill policy, for once a month they are being carried out. The recording of this is stored in the fire safety manual
Found compliant: Regulation 11, 19, 25, 26, 28.
Inspection of 21 November 2023 — Inspection Report
(2)(a) &(b)Two validated written references were not available for 1 staff member. (d) International police vetting was not available for 1 staff member who had lived outside the Irish state as an adult for more than 6 consecutive months
Provider's corrective action:
Corrective Action (2)(a) &(b) Registered Provider submitted two validated written references for this staff member. (d) Registered Provider now has the international police vetting for the member of staff who lived abroad for over 6 months. Preventive Action When new staff arrive, registered provider will add CVs and references to their files
Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service
(1)(a) A record was not maintained in the service of the name, position, qualifications, and experience of 4 employees in the service
Provider's corrective action:
Corrective Action (1)(a) registered provider now has staff profiles up to date. She has attached all CVs requested. Preventive Action All CVs are now in their staff files
Regulation 19 — Health, welfare and development of child
Physical and material environment: 1. There were no sensory play opportunities available for the children in the Wobbler room. The materials available were largely plastic which insufficiently stimulated the senses and curtailed the children’s learning and developmental experiences. 2. With the exception of the home area in the Wobbler room there were no further areas of interest provided to support the pre-school children in initiating and sustaining play activities 3. The family wall that was on display in the Wobbler room was positioned at too high a level for the children to view this does not enable the children to develop a sense of belonging and connectedness in the service and to maintain links with family and home
Provider's corrective action:
Corrective Action Physical and material environment: 1. Registered provider has added natural elements like rice, pasta, water, sand, and more wooden sensory materials to replace some of the plastic ones were there before. 2. Now there are four areas of interest: cozy corner, home, small world, and construction. 3. Service now has the family photos at a lower level where the children can see them at a better viewpoint. Preventive Action There will be a greater emphasis on non-plastic materials for the children to play with and manager will add more messy play to the room
Regulation 23 — Safeguarding health, safety, and welfare of child
Infection Control: 1. The services nappy changing policy was observed not to be followed as evidenced by the following: ➢ Children were observed not to have their hands washed following nappy changing. ➢ The nappy changing mat was not cleaned following nappy changing. 2. A child’s bottle was stored uncovered on top of the radiator cover in the hallway of the service. 3. Perishable food items provided by the parents for the children to eat in the service were not refrigerated in the care rooms on arrival to reduce the risk of bacteria growth. Action submitted by the Registered Provider Corrective Action Infection Control: 1. Staff member had a refresher course on following the policies on nappy changing insuring that hands will be washed after every change. 2. Manager has added a drinks table away from sunlight and hot areas like the radiator. 3. In the kitchen manager has made two shelves free for the children lunch boxes. These will be stored in the fridge until snack and then the children will be able to put their empty snack boxes back in their bags as they leave, this will develop their independence more. Preventive Action Infection Control: 1. “Wash your hands” signs in downstairs toilet. 2. A “drinks” picture has been stuck on the area that staff would like the children to store their drinks and they are placing them there with little guidance. 3. The perishable foods are stored in the fridge to prevent bacteria growth. Supporting documentation submitted Photographic evidence of lunches stored under refrigerated conditions. Summary Comment The evidence submitted by the registered provider in relation to regulation 23 - Safeguarding health, safety and welfare of child has been reviewed and accepted
Regulation 29 — Premises
(d) Both the walls and the skirting boards in the Wobbler room were extensively chipped with making it difficult to clean the walls and skirting boards effectively
Provider's corrective action:
Corrective Action (d) Registered provide has painted the skirting boards and door staple. There is no exposed chipping to make it easier to clean, the walls have had areas repainted. Preventive Action The creche was fully painted under 12 months ago, registered provider will regularly inspect the walls more often and top up where needed. The skirting boards have made a big difference, and the place looks much fresher