Inspection of 15 April 2026 — Inspection Report
Regulation 9 — Management and recruitment
- (3) Documentation reviewed showed that the procedures specified above under Regulation 9(2) (a) had not been carried out prior to one adult commencing employment in the service. Although there was a reference available for the adult from a previous employer, it had not been appropriately verified. The service was found to be non- compliant on Regulation 9 (2) (a) on the previous inspection. The corrective and preventive actions submitted by the registered provider has not prevented the non-compliance from recurring
Provider's corrective action:
- The referee was contacted and requested to verify the reference. The human resources department now covers the reference checks for all new employees
Regulation 23 — Safeguarding health, safety and welfare of child
- Administration of Medication: 1. There was no written consent or care plan available to guide staff on the symptoms, actions to take, dosage, timeframe and if required when to seek medical and emergency assistance for a child with prescribed medication for a medical condition. In addition, the medication was not stored in its original container with the child’s name and clear directions for administration. Action submitted by the Registered Provider
Provider's corrective action:
- Administration of Medication: A care plan was completed by the parent and is now stored in paper form and on a digital device in use daily in the care room, ensuring all staff have access to the document. All of the staff, management, and the human resource department have been notified about the care plan. The child’s parent was asked to provide new medication that was clearly labelled with the child’s details and instructions. Management will ensure that all staff are aware that children’s medication must be clearly labelled, with their details and clear instructions on how to administer
Found compliant: Regulation 11, 15, 19, 28.