Burnaby Lake Childcare

A licensee must ensure that a healthy and safe environment is provided at all times while children are under the supervision of employees.

Observation. The following was observed in the outdoor play area: -A slide and a climber were placed close to one another. Please ensure there is a six foot fall radius around this equipment. This is a repeat contravention from inspection # CLAN-D4V8D8. Artificial turf was observed on the ramp to the entrance of the facility and the outdoor play area.This was bumpy in some areas and not secured. This could cause a potential tripping hazard. Please secure this by May 9, 2025

A licensee must ensure that children do not have access to any object or substance that may be hazardous to the health or safety of a child. Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Licensing observed several bottles of sunblock located within reach of the children on top of the cubbies. This could present a potential hazard

A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (b) date of enrolment in the community care facility.

Observation. The children's records were reviewed, Two children's records were missing a start date.

A licensee must ensure that a healthy and safe environment is provided at all times while children are under the supervision of employees.

Observation. A slide was positioned next to a wall in the classroom. The slide must have a six foot fall radius and resilient surfacing around the slide. In addition, while reviewing the children's records an allergy for one of the children was identified. The staff and Manager were unaware of the child's allergy.

Corrective action. The Manager stated she will reposition the slide in the classroom and post an allergy list in a prominent place.

A licensee must ensure that children do not have access to any object or substance that may be hazardous to the health or safety of a child.

Observation. During the inspection the following was observed: -Two loose cords were located on the floor in the nap room. These were accessible to children. This can present a potential hazard. In addition diaper cream and cream with a Drug Identification Number were accessible to children.

A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (i) a photograph or digital image of the child, and other information that can be used to readily identify the child in an emergency.

Observation. Licensing reviewed four children's records. Two children's records were missing a photo.

A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (a) name, sex, date of birth, medical insurance plan number and immunization status.

Observation. Four children's records were reviewed. Two children's records were missing immunization records.