Regulation 23 — Safeguarding health, safety and welfare of child
Infection Control: 1.Staff did not follow nappy changing procedures as outlined in the Nappy changing policy. Staff were observed using the same gloves for three children and only washing their hands afterwards. Children's hands were also not washed, increasing the risk of cross-infection. 2.No hot water was available at the handwashing sink near Preschool Room 2 due to a broken boiler, which raised the risk of cross-infection. Action submitted by the Registered Provider
Provider's corrective action:
Infection Control: 1. All staff were retrained on the implementation of the nappy changing policy and staff are supervised on an ongoing basis to ensure all infection control procedures are following as outlined in the service policies. 2. The boiler which was broken on the day of the inspection was repaired ensuring at all times hot water is accessible at all wash hand basins
Regulation 29 — Premises
(d) The rubber floor tiles in the Toddler room had expanded and lifted, creating a trip hazard and making it difficult to keep the area clean. All flooring must be maintained in good condition and be easily cleanable
Provider's corrective action:
(d) Alternative flooring was sourced for the Toddler room, ensuring the area was safe, free of hazards and was easily cleanable
Regulation 19 — Health, welfare and development of child
Basic Needs: 1.Children’s perishable lunches provided by parents were not stored in a fridge. In Preschool room 2 and 3 children’s foods were stored in their bags until required at snack time. This posed a risk to children. Physical and Material Environment: 2. There was limited opportunity in Preschool Room 3 for sensorial play opportunities with no sand or water play accessible in this space. The sand boxes outside were empty and required restocking
Provider's corrective action:
1.Fridges were purchased and are available for the storage of all perishable food in both Preschool room 2 and 3. 2. All sand boxes throughout the service were refilled. Water play was made available in all rooms. Kinetic sand was also purchased for the service
Regulation 23 — Safeguarding health, safety and welfare of child
General Safety: 1.On arrival to the service the gate to the complex was open. The door to Apartment Block A was also unlocked. An electrical fault had resulted in the intercom system connecting the main entrance gate and the front door to the office was not functioning. This created a risk of unauthorised access to the building. 2.Garda vetting disclosures for 4 staff members was not dated within the previous three years in adherence to the Early Years Inspectorate Regulatory Notice ‘EYI-RN12.3 Renewal of Garda Vetting’. 3. All medicines were not clearly labelled and stored in a locked press designated for the purpose of the safe storage of medicines. Medication which was unlabelled was stored in the first aid box. 4. Staff personal belongings such as handbags were not stored safely at the service. They were stored in an unlocked storage room next to Preschool Room 1 which was accessible and posed a safety risk to children. Action submitted by the Registered Provider
Provider's corrective action:
General Safety: 1. Repair works have taken place to ensure that the intercom, door bells and magnetic locking devices connecting the front gate, the door to Block A and the manager’s office are in proper working order. 2. Garda vetting was applied for and is now in place for all staff whose certificates had expired. 3. All medicines have been labelled and stored in an appropriate locked cabinet. 4. A designated storage area is available for the safe storage of all staff members personal belongings
Regulation 25 — First aid
(1) There was no staff on duty at the time of the inspection who had their first aid responder training certificates in date. All such certificates for staff had expired. A refresher training course was required
Provider's corrective action:
On the 27th of April 9 staff members completed The FAR first aid training
Regulation 26 — Fire safety measures
(b) There were no records available to state if and when the smoke alarm system in the facility was serviced
Provider's corrective action:
(b)Arrangements have been put in place to ensure all smoke alarms at the service are serviced on a regular basis
Regulation 29 — Premises
(d) 1. Debris and paper rubbish was gathered inside the fire exit door at the rear of the building delaying a quick exit from this area if required. 2.The paint on the walls next to the sink in Preschool room 1 was worn and chipped and required repainting. (e) 3.The second toilet next to Preschool room 1 for children in this room was not accessible and was used as a storage space
Provider's corrective action:
1. All access and exit routes from the service have been cleared of any waste. 2. The areas that require repainting are scheduled to be painted on the 11th of May 2024. 3. The 2nd toilet in the Preschool room1 has been cleared of all storage materials and is available for use by the children