# Playpals, Dublin 11 — inspection reports and findings

> Playpals (Dublin 11, Co. Dublin): what Tusla inspections found — 1 published inspection(s), non-compliances and the provider's corrective actions.

## Playpals

Sessional · 2 - 6 Years · Dublin 11, Dublin · Tusla ID **TU2016DY020** · 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 14 May 2026 — Inspection Report

Full report (PDF, Tusla)

##### Regulation 23 — Safeguarding health, safety and welfare of child

- General Safety: 1. The garden area contained a number of items which posed potential risks to children’s safety. The following was observed: • The back section of the garden contained an area that contained splintered wood and building blocks which posed a risk to safety. • One balance bike was rusted and posed a potential risk of injury. • A children’s playhouse was damaged and posed a splinter risk. • A private area attached to the main residence was not screened off. It contained pots paint which posed a risk if ingested, a lighting fitting with trailing flex and a laundry area which posed safety hazards. • A trailing flex on the back wall of house which posed a safety risk. Infection Control: 2. The covering on the sofa in the care room was ripped with foam exposed which did not allow for adequate cleaning and posed a risk of infection. 3. A radiator in the main entrance area was rusted and soiled and posed a potential risk of infection. Administration of Medication: 4. A comprehensive care plan outlining clearly the steps to follow in the event of a medical emergency for one child was not available. This posed a potential risk to safety. Action submitted by the Registered Provider

- General Safety: 1. The registered provider has taken the action listed below: • The back section of garden has been cleared and screened off with fixings to both walls. • One rusted balance bike has been dismantled and disposed of. • Playhouse has been fully refurbished. • Household items have been removed from side passage, and this is screened off with fixings to both walls. • Loose flex on back wall of house has been removed. Infection Control: 2. The sofa has been repaired. 3. The radiator in the main hallway has been reconditioned. Administration of Medication: 4. A signed medical administration form has been completed to confirm the administration of emergency medication

Found compliant: Regulation 9, 11, 16, 19, 26, 28.

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Página: https://creche-inspection-reports.pages.dev/creche/playpals-dublin-11/
Fonte: Tusla Early Years Inspectorate
Recolha: 2026-09-11