Dreamworks Daycare

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Play Area, Materials and EquipmentNon-critical

  The entire outdoor play area is enclosed and constructed in a manner that is suitable for the age and development of children, and ensures that children are free of harm. [CCLR Sec. 16(3)(a)(b)]

  Observation. Licensing observed the following: - a lawn mover under a tarp within the children outdoor play area. Licensee plans to relocate to the non-children side of the outdoor play area.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  Prior to employing staff the manager has met with each person and has obtained the appropriate documentation. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)]

  Observation. Licensing observed a missing CRC for one staff. Licensing reminded Licensee until a clear criminal record check is obtained that staff can not be left alone with the children.

• STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  Staff are trained in the implementation of the fire drill system and the emergency plan, including the use of any equipment noted in the fire drill system and emergency plan. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(a)]

  Observation. Licensing did not observed any emergency preparedness supplies with food and water for a 72 hour period on site for all children and staff. Once emergency preparedness kit is obtained, Licensing recommends making facility emergency kit portable for easy transportation in the event of an evacuation.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• STAFFING / Additional criminal record checksNon-critical

  All persons over the age of 12 that are ordinarily present on the premises while children are present are of good character and the licensee has obtained a criminal record check for each person. [CCLR Sec 20]

  Observation. The Licensee's CRC has still not been cleared.

• STAFFING / Additional criminal record checksNon-critical

  All persons over the age of 12 that are ordinarily present on the premises while children are present are of good character and the licensee has obtained a criminal record check for each person. [CCLR Sec 20]

• STAFFING / Community Care Facility RecordsNon-critical

  The licensee keeps current records of each employee as required under Sec. 19(1). [CCLR Sec.56(b)]

  Observation. ECE and ECEA certificate were not validated.

• STAFFING / Continuing health of employeesNon-critical

  There is evidence of employees' continued compliance with the Province's immunization and tuberculosis control programs. [CCLR Sec 21(1)]

  Observation. Neither staff have indicated immunization status.

• CARE AND/OR SUPERVISION / Continuous Supervision RequiredNon-critical

  Children are supervised at all times by a person who is an educator, an assistant or a responsible adult. [CCLR Sec. 39(1)]

  Observation. The Licensee stated that sometimes she takes the children outside while her daughter supervises inside or vice a versa.

• LICENSING / Posting and Advertising of License and CertificateNon-critical

  The certificates of early childhood educators and assistants, or copies of certificates, are prominently displayed in the facility. [CCLR 11(4)]

  Observation. The Licensee has displayed her certificate but not that of her assistant. To be noted, the ECE certificate is expiring Sept. 10, 2024.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

  A healthy and safe environment is provided at all times [CCLR Sec. 13(1)].

  Observation. When the LO arrived and knocked at the door, two children answered, then a third appeared and it was several moments before an adult ( Licensee) arrived at the door. There is an extension cord hanging down from the upper deck outside, extending along the ground, within reach of the children. The gate that separates the licensed space from the rest of the home is on the third step and is situated in such a way as it creates an entrapment area. There was water in the bottom of some of the outdoor play equipment, ( also a garbage can)this water would have been from a previous day as it had a fair amount of debris in it. The shed door was not locked despite a lock hanging from the door. The gate does not close / latch properly.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Furniture, Equipment and FixturesNon-critical

  Furniture or equipment for sleeping is used by only one child at a time, is clean and comfortable, and is appropriate for the size, age and development of the children intended to use it. [CCLR Sec. 15(2)]

  Observation. There was one crib full of bedding and being used as storage.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  The licensee has written, parental consent to release a child to someone other than the parent. [CCLR Sec. 57(3)(b)]

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  A record for each child containing the date of enrolment in the facility is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(b)]

  Observation. The children's records presented to Licensing were incomplete.

• STAFFING / Additional criminal record checksNon-critical

  The licensee has not obtained a criminal record check for all persons ordinarily present on the premises. [CCLR Sec. (20)(1)]

  Observation. It appears as though there is only one valid CRC for this whole home. ( current Melika '96, expired Mohadeseh '98 and no others on site nor with VCH). There should be up to 5 current CRC's for this home. ( Zahra, husband, 2 daughters, and friend staying)

• STAFFING / Community Care Facility RecordsNon-critical

  The licensee keeps current records of each employee as required under Sec. 19(1). [CCLR Sec.56(b)]

  Observation. Incomplete staff files.

• STAFFING / Continuing health of employeesNon-critical

  There is evidence of employees' continued compliance with the Province's immunization and tuberculosis control programs. [CCLR Sec 21(1)]

  Observation. No immunization records were available.

• STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  Staff are trained in the implementation of the fire drill system and the emergency plan, including the use of any equipment noted in the fire drill system and emergency plan. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(a)]

  Observation. The fire extinguisher has an expired service tag.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• HYGIENE AND COMMUNICABLE DISEASE CONTROL / Health and HygieneNon-critical

  There is an established program to instruct children in, and to practise the rules of, health and hygiene. [CCLR Sec. 46(1)]

  Observation. There were three cloth towels hanging on a hook in the bathroom. It was explained that each person uses one towel for the day.

• NUTRITION AND FOOD SERVICES / NutritionNon-critical

  Information on the food and drink given to children is made available to parents. [CCLR Sec. 48(6)]

  Observation. The program serves snack but does not record what was served.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

  A healthy and safe environment is provided at all times [CCLR Sec. 13(1)].

  Observation. The dishes are being washed in 1 sink, not following 4 step method, no dishwasher available. Doors to areas / rooms not permitted for children's use were open. Bi fold door clasp ineffective, pinching hazard.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Furniture, Equipment and FixturesNon-critical

  Furniture or equipment for sleeping is used by only one child at a time, is clean and comfortable, and is appropriate for the size, age and development of the children intended to use it. [CCLR Sec. 15(2)]

  Observation. Bedding was stacked on one another and touching.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Play Area, Materials and EquipmentNon-critical

  The entire outdoor play area is enclosed and constructed in a manner that is suitable for the age and development of children, and ensures that children are free of harm. [CCLR Sec. 16(3)(a)(b)]

  Observation. The self closing mechanism is not working on side gate.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Community Care Facility RecordsNon-critical

  There is current log of minor incidents, illnesses and unexpected events, that did not require medical attention and were not reportable incidents described in Schedule H. [CCLR Sec. 56(1)(f)]

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  The licensee has written, parental consent to release a child to someone other than the parent. [CCLR Sec. 57(3)(b)]

  Observation. Two children did not have an alternate pick up person listed.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical

  Maintenance of Equipment: A log is kept of all inspections, maintenance and repairs. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]