Sakura Childcare The First

A licensee must ensure that the community care facility and the furniture, equipment and fixtures within it are clean and in good repair while children are in attendance.

Observation. The following was observed: - Standing water was observed in containers (without lid) in the playground - A hole on the ground in the undercover area where the toys are stored that children have access to. This is a potential tripping hazard. - Mold was found around the opening of the dry wall revealing the ceiling vent by the main entrance.

Corrective action. Manager said she will ensure the staff emptied the water as part of their playground safety checks. Manager also said she will contact the maintenance person to fix the mold and cover the opening.

A licensee must display in a prominent place in the community care facility both the licence, including any terms or conditions of the licence, and the name of the manager.

Observation. Manager's name is not displayed

Corrective action. Manager said she will ensure that name is displayed properly

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

Observation. LO observed various cleaning supplies, i.e. Lysol spray bottles stored in the washroom; accessible to the children.

Corrective action. Ensure that a healthy and safe environment is provided at all times; cleaning supplies should be kept out of children's reach.

A licensee must display in a prominent place in the community care facility both the licence, including any terms or conditions of the licence, and the name of the manager. Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): CCFL licence and the name of the manager were not posted onsite.

Corrective action. Ensure that both the licence and the name of the manager are displayed in a prominent place within the facility.

A licensee must keep, for each child requiring extra support, a current care plan showing the following information: (b) the courses of action recommended by health care professionals to address the needs of the child requiring extra support.

Observation. A child with a care plan does not contain information, i.e. courses of action to appropriately address child's medical needs.

Corrective action. Ensure that child's care plan is complete.

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

Observation. During the inspection Licensing observed the following: -construction paper on a high shelf and a keyboard on a high shelf. This is a repeat contravention from inspection # CLAN-C3YQJB, #CLAN-CF5TKW

Corrective action. Please ensure a healthy and safe environment is provided at all times to the children in care.

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. Licensing observed a large bottle of concentrated bleach on the shelf. The bleach bottle did not have a safety cap and was within easy reach of the children. This was corrected during the inspection.

Corrective action. Please ensure children do not have access to any objects or substances that may be hazardous to their health and safety.

A licensee, other than a licensee who provides a care program described as Family Child Care or Child-minding, must have for each child at least 3.7 m2 of usable floor area in the community care facility, excluding (a) hallways, (b) built in storage areas, (c) bathrooms, and (d) fixed appliances, or, if not fixed, large appliances that are not normally moved from one area to another.

Observation. During the inspection Licensing observed an area that was blocked off in the play area. In discussion with the staff and Manager the area is being used for storage and disinfection. The children are not using this area. In reviewing the facility floor plan this area is not blocked off and designated for storage or disinfection. This area is part of the usable play space calculation.

Corrective action. Please ensure all areas the facility is Licensed for are being used by the children in care. Please submit a written plan stating your intention for the use of the current blocked off space to ensure there is sufficient space for 8 children in care.

A licensee must: (b) have an emergency plan that sets out procedures to prepare for, mitigate, respond to and recover from any emergency.

Observation. Licensing observed that the fire extinguisher had not been serviced annually. The fire extinguisher had an expiry day of April 12, 2023. The fire extinguisher was within the area of being fully charged.

Corrective action. Please ensure the fire extinguisher is serviced annually and a tag is attached to ensure you are prepared in case of an emergency.

A licensee must keep current records of each of the following: (c) a record respecting compliance with section 22 (2) (b) and (c) [emergency training and equipment].

Observation. During the inspection Licensing observed that the record of fire drills had been recorded but on several pages the month or year were not listed.

Corrective action. Please ensure to write the entire month and year when fire drills are practiced.

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

Observation. Licensing observed four children's records. Two children were missing their date of enrollment. This is a repeat contravention from inspection #CLAN-C3YQJ8

Corrective action. Please ensure children's records are complete.

The licensee must (b) review the care plan at least once each year with a parent of the child requiring extra support and any person requested by the parent.

Observation. Two care plan was not reviewed annually with the parent or any person requested to by the parent. No date was written on the care plan to document this

Corrective action. Please ensure to write the date on the children's care plans and ensure they are signed by parents or guardians.

Despite this section, licensee may employ a person as a volunteer who does not provide care to children or supervise children if the licensee or the manager has first met with the person and obtained all of the following (b) character references in respect of the person.

Observation. A minimum of two character references were not obtained for a volunteer. This is a repeat contravention from inspection #CLAN-BMTP95

Corrective action. Please ensure volunteer records are complete.

Despite this section, licensee may employ a person as a volunteer who does not provide care to children or supervise children if the licensee or the manager has first met with the person and obtained all of the following (c) evidence that the person has complied with the Province's immunization and tuberculosis control programs.

Observation. Immunization status was not obtained for a volunteer.

Corrective action. Please ensure volunteer records are complete.

A licensee must ensure that all indoor and outdoor play materials and equipment accessible to children are (b) safely constructed, free from hazards and in good repair.

Observation. During the inspection several patio stones were missing. This is a potential tripping hazard. This and a repeat contravention from inspection #CLAN-BMTP95. In discussion with the Licensee she stated she has been contacting contractors to complete the work.

Corrective action. Please ensure the outdoor play area is in good repair.

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

Observation. During the inspection the following was observed on higher shelves: - a printer. This is a repeat contravention from inspection #CLAN-C3YQJB -a keyboard -a microwave -a rice cooker -several packages of construction paper. These items could present a falling hazard as they are located right next to the children's eating and activity area.

Corrective action. Please ensure a healthy and safe environment is provided at all times.

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. Licensing observed the following: -the gate to the laundry room was left open. There were two bottles of bleach and water within easy reach of the children. This was corrected during the inspection. -a small safe for securing cheques was observed on a higher shelf next to the children's cubby area. This serious hazard was discussed with the Licensee. This was corrected during the inspection. -hand sanitizer was at the children's level. This is a repeat contravention from inspection #CLAN-C3YQJB. This was removed during the inspection.

Corrective action. Please ensure children do not have access to any objects or substances that are hazardous to their health and safety.

A licensee must do all of the following: (b) operate the community care facility in a manner that will promote (i) the health, safety and dignity of persons in care,

Observation. Licensing observed a diaper changing mat in the art area leaning against the gate. In discussion with the staff the Licensee confirmed that the staff change one of the child's diapers in the play area. Licensing discussed the concerns with preserving the child's dignity and the concern of the diaper mat being in an area where the children play and can touch the mat. This could lead to potential cross contamination. In addition the diaper mat in the classroom is not located next to a sink and this is in contravention to the legislation.

Corrective action. Please ensure a child's dignity is maintained by changing diapers in the washroom and that a healthy and safe environment is provided.

A licensee must display in a prominent place in the community care facility both the licence, including any terms or conditions of the licence, and the name of the manager.

Observation. During the inspection the name of the Manager posted on the wall in the facility was not the name of the Manager on file. The Licensee is the Manager.

Corrective action. Please ensure the correct Manager's name is posted in the facility.

A licensee must display a copy of the fire drill system in a prominent place in the community care facility.

Observation. The fire drill system was observed behind a coat.

Corrective action. Please ensure the fire drill plan is posted in a prominent place that is unobstructed.

A licensee must ensure that each employee (b) practices implementing the fire drill system at least once each month.

Observation. The facility records were reviewed. A fire drill was not completed or recorded for the month of April.

Corrective action. Please ensure a fire drill is completed monthly to comply with the legislation.

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. Licensing observed the following inside the facility: -several bottles of hand sanitizer were on a low shelf that was accessible to children -bleach bottles were located on a shelf at children's level and at the front of a counter top.These were both within easy reach of the children. These were corrected during the inspection. Licensing observed the following outside the facility: -several rusty cans were located in the outdoor play area. Rust can present a potential health hazard. This is a repeat contravention from inspection #CLAN-BMTP95. This was removed during the inspection. -A large climber in the outdoor area was placed next to the fence. This could present a potential falling hazard.

Corrective action. Please ensure children do not have access to any objects or substances that are hazardous to their health and safety.

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 during the inspection: -a printer was located on a shelf. This could present a falling hazard -2 electrical outlet covers were missing. This is a repeat contravention from inspection #CLAN-BBLQUU and inspection # CLAN-BBLQW7.

Corrective action. Please ensure a healthy and safe environment is provided at all times.

A licensee must ensure that the community care facility and the furniture, equipment and fixtures within it are clean and in good repair while children are in attendance.

Observation. During the inspection licensing observed the following: -Foam mats located on the floor had several rips and puncture marks. These rips and puncture marks could harbour bacteria. -A gate leading to the laundry room was broken. This was fixed at the inspection. -Several sections of the wall were missing paint.

Corrective action. Please ensure the facility, and items in the facility are in good repair.

A licensee must keep current records of each of the following: (c) a record respecting compliance with section 22 (2) (b) and (c) [emergency training and equipment].

Observation. Licensing reviewed the record of fire drills that were completed. In discussion with the Manager she stated that a fire drill was completed for the month of February but it was not recorded.

Corrective action. Please record fire drills when completed to comply with the legislation.

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

Observation. During the inspection four children's records of eight were reviewed. One children's record was missing a date of enrollment.

Corrective action. Please ensure children's records are complete.

A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility as (a) an educator or an assistant unless the person holds a certificate issued under Division 2 [Employee Qualifications], which must be verified by the licensee using a system established and maintained by the director of the early childhood educator registry,

Observation. During the inspection two out of four staff records were reviewed. One record was missing a verified Early Childhood Education (ECE) certificate. This was completed during the inspection.

Corrective action. Please ensure ECE certificates are verified with the system established by the ECE registry.

A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility unless the licensee or, in the case of a person who is not the manager, the manager has first met with the person and obtained all of the following: (b) character references in respect of the person.

Observation. During the inspection two staff records of four were reviewed. One staff member was missing character references. This is a repeat contravention from inspection #DCHG-AWVPXV and inspection #CLAN-BMTP95.

Corrective action. Please ensure staff records are complete.

A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility unless the licensee or, in the case of a person who is not the manager, the manager has first met with the person and obtained all of the following: (f) evidence that the person has complied with the Province's immunization and tuberculosis control programs.

Observation. Licensing reviewed two staff records of four staff records. One staff record was missing their immunization status. This is a repeat contravention from inspection #CLAN-BMTP95

Corrective action. Please ensure staff records are complete.

A licensee must ensure that children have at all times immediate access to an employee who (a) holds a valid first aid and CPR certificate, provided on completion of a course that meets the requirements of Schedule C.

Observation. Licensing reviewed two staff records of four staff records. One staff record was missing a current, valid first aid certificate. In discussion with the Manager she acknowledged that this one staff member is sometimes left on her own with the children.

Corrective action. Please ensure that children have immediate access to an employee who holds a valid first aid and CPR certificate.

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. Licensing observed the folowing: -rubbing alcohol on a ledge of the play area. This was within easy reach of the children. This was corrected during the inspection. -rusted cans in the outdoor play area. This could cause a potential health hazard. This was corrected during the inspection

Corrective action. Please ensure children do not have access to any objects or items that could be hazardous to their health

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 inside the facility: - a loose cord was lying on the ground -3 electrical outlet covers were missing

Corrective action. Please ensure a healthy and safe environment is provided at all times

A licensee must ensure that all indoor and outdoor play materials and equipment accessible to children are (b) safely constructed, free from hazards and in good repair.

Observation. During the inspection several interlock bricks had sunk into the ground or were dislodged. This could create a tripping hazard.

Corrective action. Please ensure the outdoor play ground is free of hazards.

A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (d) name and telephone number of a parent, medical practitioner and emergency contact.

Observation. Six children's records of eleven were reviewed. Two children were missing an emergency contact other than a parent.

Corrective action. Please eensure children's records are complete.

A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility unless the licensee or, in the case of a person who is not the manager, the manager has first met with the person and obtained all of the following: (f) evidence that the person has complied with the Province's immunization and tuberculosis control programs.

Observation. Four out of six staff records were reviewed. Three staff records were missing immunization status.

Corrective action. Please ensure staff records are complete.

A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility unless the licensee or, in the case of a person who is not the manager, the manager has first met with the person and obtained all of the following: (c) a record of the person's work history.

Observation. One staff record was missing a record of the person's work history. In discussion with the Manager she has review the staff work experience but was not able to locate the document on site

Corrective action. Please ensure staff records are complete

Despite this section, licensee may employ a person as a volunteer who does not provide care to children or supervise children if the licensee or the manager has first met with the person and obtained all of the following (b) character references in respect of the person.

Observation. One volunteer record was reviewed. No character references were noted on file. In discussion with the Manager she has reviewed the references but was note able to locate them on site.

Corrective action. Please ensure all volunteer records are complete.

A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility unless the licensee or, in the case of a person who is not the manager, the manager has first met with the person and obtained all of the following: (a) a criminal record check for the person.

Observation. One staff record was missing a criminal record check. In discussion with the Manager she has a current criminal record for the staff member but was not able to locate the document on site. The serious risk to health and safety was discussed.

Corrective action. Please ensure staff records are complete.

A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility unless the licensee or, in the case of a person who is not the manager, the manager has first met with the person and obtained all of the following: (b) character references in respect of the person.

Observation. One staff record was missing the character references. In discussion with the Manager she has reviewed the staff 's references but was not able to locate the references on site.

Corrective action. Please ensure staff records are complete