Infection Control Investigations
The reports below indicate that a breach in infection control was verified through:
- A complaint or referral to public health about an establishment or practice
- Surveillance of a communicable disease
Investigations where no violation was found as a result of the initial complaint are not included.
Results will remain posted for six months from the date of the final inspection.
Ongoing Investigations
| Business | Latest Inspection |
|---|---|
Lian Nails Infection Control Report Compliant regarding accidental blood exposure | Oct. 17, 2017 |
Amy’s Nail Salon Infection Control Report Disinfectant not being used in accordance with manufacturer's directions. | Oct. 14, 2017 |
Dr. A.M. Holody Dentistry Professional Corporation Infection Control Report Issues were observed with regards to lack of infection prevention and control practices in the reprocessing area. Policies and Procedures were not current at time of investigation. | Oct. 13, 2017 |
Queenchester Terrace Infection Control Report Glucometer (blood sugar monitoring device) shared between residents. | Aug. 11, 2017 |
Zammit Orthodontics Infection Control Report Re-processing area did not meet best practices for work flow and storage to prevent cross-contamination. High-level disinfectant used for equipment cleaning was past its manufacturers stated expiry date. | Sept. 12, 2017 |
Young Headz Infection Control Report Multiple use implements (such as hair clippers, trimmer, edger blades) that are used to perform services were not cleaned and disinfected after each client. | June 16, 2017 |
Dr. M. A. Okon Infection Control Report Premise could not provide records of required testing of the autoclave machine (sterilizes equipment). Therefore, the premise could not demonstrate a functioning autoclave. | Nov. 30, 2016 |
Niagara Supportive Living - Lakeside Terrace Infection Control Report Multiple resident toilets were found to be non-functional and not equipped with minimum sanitary requirements. Resident washrooms were not being cleaned and disinfected frequently enough to ensure they were maintained in a sanitary manner. | Nov. 29, 2016 |
Final Inspection Results
These will remain posted for 6 months after the final inspection.
| Business | Final Inspection |
|---|---|
Queenchester Terrace Infection Control Report Complaint received from a member of the public on September 18, 2017 stating infection control converns related to the sanitary condition of the home. | Oct. 11, 2017 |
New Creation MediCosmetic Centre Infection Control Report Autoclave (equipment for sterilizing) was not tested with a biological indicator each day the sterilizer was used, Clinic could not provide records of testing of autoclave machine or servicing as per best practices. | Oct. 5, 2017 |
Maple Family Dentistry Infection Control Report Ultrasonic washer was not tested weekly. A dental kit was not packaged according to best practices. Physical parameters of the sterilizer were not being recorded. Policies and Procedures were not completed at time of investigation. | Oct. 2, 2017 |
Natural Solutions Spa Infection Control Report Pedicure foot throne was insufficiently cleaned and sanitized, water samples which were tested found to contain evidence of infective agents. | Sept. 20, 2017 |
Pure Esthetics Infection Control Report Pedicure foot throne was insufficiently cleaned and sanitized, water samples which were tested found to contain evidence of infective agents. | Sept. 20, 2017 |
Eye Candy Tattoo & Piercing Infection Control Report Biweekly spore challenge test results for the autoclave were missing for July and August 2017. | Sept. 8, 2017 |
Natural Solutions Salon & Spa Infection Control Report Bi-weekly spore challenge test results for the autoclave were missing for July and August 2017. | Sept. 8, 2017 |
Studio 4 Tattoo Parlour Infection Control Report Bi-weekly spore challenge test results for the autoclave were missing for July and August 2017. | Sept. 8, 2017 |
Niagara On The Lake Dental Infection Control Report Complaint received regarding the reprocessing, storage, and handling of reprocessed tools. | Aug. 30, 2017 |
OraCare Dental - St. Catharines Infection Control Report Newly purchased sharps (such as syringe tip) were not documented to be sterilized prior to use. Sterilized items were not stored in their sterile packaging until time of use. | Aug. 30, 2017 |
Kim Nails Infection Control Report Pedicure foot throne was insufficiently cleaned and sanitized, water samples which were tested found to contain evidence of infective agents. | Aug. 25, 2017 |
Aquarius Salon & Spa Infection Control Report Pedicure foot throne was insufficiently cleaned and sanitized, water samples which were tested found to contain evidence of infective agents. | Aug. 22, 2017 |
OraCare Dental Fort Erie Infection Control Report Several incorrect infection prevention and control practices were identified. Multiple issues were observed with regards to lack of documentation, improper use of the autoclave (sterilizes equipment) and storage of sterile and disinfected equipment. | Aug. 16, 2017 |
Natural Solutions Spa Infection Control Report Disinfectant not being used in accordance with manufacturer's directions. | Aug. 11, 2017 |
Comprehensive Health Clinic Infection Control Report Disinfectants are not being used throughout the clinic. | Aug. 2, 2017 |
Nail Matrix Infection Control Report Insufficient amount of disinfectant used to disinfect pedicure foot thrones. Disinfectant not being used in accordance with manufacturer's directions | July 27, 2017 |
Greycliff Manor Infection Control Report Common resident areas and high touch surfaces were not disinfected following daily cleaning. Communal washrooms were not properly stocked with liquid soap in a dispenser for adequate handwashing | July 21, 2017 |
AEGIS MD Infection Control Report Newly purchased sharps (such as microneedle tip) were not sterilized prior to use. | July 13, 2017 |
Phoenix Nails Infection Control Report Single use implements (such as nail files, toe separators, buffers) not immediately discarded after each client. Multi-use implements not completely submerged in disinfecting solution. | July 12, 2017 |
Dr. T. Bak Dentistry Infection Control Report Sterile items were not stored in their sterile packaging until time of use. Medical equipment/devices were not dried prior to sterilization (e.g. with lint-free cloth). | June 30, 2017 |
Nail Secrets Infection Control Report Used credo blade observed in the holder and was not discarded after each client. Premises did not discard all single use items (such as nail files and buffers) after each client. | June 27, 2017 |
Prince of Wales – Secret Garden Spa Infection Control Report Pedicure foot throne was insufficiently cleaned and sanitized, water samples which were tested found to contain evidence of infective agents. | June 26, 2017 |
Christienne Spa and Fitness Center - Sheraton on the Falls Infection Control Report Pedicure foot throne was insufficiently cleaned and sanitized, water samples which were tested found to contain evidence of infective agents. | June 14, 2017 |
Tanning in the ‘Burgh Infection Control Report Two bi-weekly spore challenge tests from April 13 and April 28 for the autoclave in use failed according to the lab results posted. | June 1, 2017 |
The Nest Infection Control Report One bi-weekly spore challenge test from April 25 for the autoclave in use failed according to the lab results posted. | May 25, 2017 |
Eye Candy Tattoo & Piercing Infection Control Report Two biweekly spore challenge test results for the autoclave were missing for April 2017. | May 25, 2017 |
Palmer Avenue Residence - Assisted Living Infection Control Report Soap and paper towels were missing from multiple communal resident washrooms. | May 11, 2017 |
Sunshine Nails Infection Control Report Single use implements (such as nail file, toe separator) not immediately discarded after each client service. Improper storage of clean and disinfected implements. | May 5, 2017 |
Nails for You Infection Control Report Improper storage of clean and disinfected implements. | May 5, 2017 |
Nailbar Infection Control Report Complaint regarding an infection following a pedicure. | May 1, 2017 |
Serenity Spa & Nails Infection Control Report Pedicure foot throne was insufficiently cleaned and sanitized with water samples in exceedance of the acceptable limits. | May 1, 2017 |
Disclaimer
Identification of the error(s) is based on an assessment and investigation of premises at a point-in-time, and these investigations are triggered by either a complaint or through disease surveillance to Public Health.
Reports are posted on a premises-by-premises basis. To view a full investigation report for any posted error, call the Environmental Health program at 905-688-8248 ext. 7590, or toll free 1-888-505-6074.