Landmark ymca Child Care

Observation. The log of play inspections is incomplete. When playground inspections are not conducted and documented consistently, broken toys or equipment may go unnoticed or unrepaired. This could pose a risk to children's health and safety. Submit by October 5, 2026, details of how the issue has been corrected and how ongoing compliance with the regulation will be ensured.

Observation. One of the bins used for soiled items does not have a cover. This may pose a risk to children's health and hygiene by increasing the potential for contamination and spread of germs. Submit by October 5, 2026, details of how the issue has been corrected and how ongoing compliance with the regulation will be ensured.

Observation. Some sunscreen, diaper cream and staff belongings are accessible to children. This poses a potential risk to children's health and safety. Hazardous and personal items must be securely stored and kept out of children's reach at all times to prevent access and reduce the risk of accident, ingestion, exposure. Submit by October 5, 2026, details of how the issue has been corrected and how ongoing compliance with the regulation will be ensured.

Observation. As a result of the complaint follow-up, staff confirmed that children enrolled in the Group Child Care (Under 36 Months) program are being taken to an off-site play area that has not been reviewed or accepted by Licensing. There is no approved off-site area for Group Child Care (Under 36 Months) program. It is a requirement that a licensee immediately notify Licensing of any changes to information in Schedule B of the Child Care Licensing Regulation before the changes are implemented. This notification allows Licensing to review and assess any potential risks to the health and safety of children and determine whether proposed change is acceptable. Submit by September 21, 2026, a written response indicating how you have corrected this issue and how you will ensure ongoing compliance to the regulation.

Observation. The complaint alleges that children are using playground equipment that is developmentally inappropriate for children under the age of two. Staff confirm that the Group Child Care (Under 36 Months) program were brought to an off-site playground. A review of facility records confirmed that a toddler fell from a climbing structure at the playground. The Director of Licensing Standard of Practice, Safe Play Space, states that the equipment intended for toddlers must not exceed .9 meters (three feet) in height. The use of developmentally inappropriate playground equipment may increase the risk of injury to children. Based on the information received, the allegation is substantiated. Submit by September 21, 2026, a written response indicating how you have corrected this issue and how you will ensure ongoing compliance to the regulation.