Kids & Company North Vancouver Esplanade

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• MEDICATION / MedicationNon-critical

  Medications that staff have agreed to administer are readily accessible to staff and are administered in the correct dosage at the correct times. [CCLR Sec. 53(1)]

  Observation. LO noted one child's epi-pen was expired. Manager was directed to call the child's parent and ask for a new epi-pen or to come an pick up the child.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  Employees have access to reliable communications equipment in an emergency. [CCLR Sec. 22(4)]

  Observation. It was noted that staff were not using the walkie-talkie equipment provided by the licensee. This was part of the plan submitted to licensing when the facility was first licensed, to ensure staff have reliable communication between indoor and outdoor spaces in the event of an emergency.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. LO noted outdoor storage unit for play equipment had a significant amount of debris on the floor.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Heated WaterNon-critical

  Heated water accessible to children is heated to no more than 49° Celsius. [CCLR Sec. 47]

  Observation. LO noted the water temperature exceeded 49 degrees Celsius.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical

  Ground Surfacing: Protective surfacing is provided to reduce the risk of injury from falls. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. Licensing noted that the resilient surface in some areas was in poor condition and was representing a tripping hazard.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Care PlansNon-critical

  Care plans are not reviewed at least once a year with a parent of the child requiring extra support and any person requested by the parent. [CCLR Sec. 58(2)(b)]

  Observation. LO noted one child's care plan was not reviewed yearly.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  A record for each child containing a photograph or digital image of the child, and other information that can be used to readily identify the child in an emergency is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(i)]

  Observation. LO reviewed a sample of children records and noted compliance,except several emergency cards that did not had children's photos updated.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. LO noted the retractable gate that was part of the condition for using the rooftop playground was removed. The retractable gate was imposed as to mitigate risk to injuries from potentially falling down the outdoor stairs located in proximity to the outdoor play space main entrance. The licensee stated that the retractable gate has to be replaced due to safety concerns. A new retractable gate was placed on order at the time of the inspection and a safety supervision plan has been implemented until the new retractable gate will be installed

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. walls require repairs/new painting in some areas

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical

  Design: Equipment is placed to reduce direct exposure to sun. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. temporary provision of shade was provided;licensing noted 7 garden umbrellas were on site. The temporary solution is not suitable as the umbrellas are not reliable for a roof top playground and were not stable. the BC Area Director informed that are waiting to hear back from the contractor for a scheduled work on site. The provision of shade to be installed as per the plan submitted to licensing has been purchased. Items require installation.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical

  Ground Surfacing: Protective surfacing is provided to reduce the risk of injury from falls. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. issue remains outstanding the resilient surface require repairs due to large gaps that are a hazard for tripping

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. the following issues remains outstanding: - some walls had chipped paint/walls require maintenance -one baseboard was not glue back in place - broken items on playground noted on previous report still not removed

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical

  Design: Equipment is placed to reduce direct exposure to sun. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. issue remains in non-compliance a corrective action plan has been submitted to licensing;provision of shade was not installed at the time of 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. remains outstanding application to obtain record summitted.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. Licensing observed the following: - the storage and laundry room doors located on the hallway were wide open; cleaning supplies and other various items were stored that children should not have access. A sign was posted on each door stating "keep this door closed";several staff passed by and did not closed the doors until licensing had requested to have the issue addressed. - one carpet was visible stained and debris was present on top of it - some walls had chipped paint -one baseboard in the children's washroom was loose and was laying on the floor - a garbage bin was full located inside the outdoor storage were outdoor play equipment is stored - a damaged large umbrella and other broken play equipment was placed behind the outdoor storage unit accessible to children

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical

  Design: Equipment is placed to reduce direct exposure to sun. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. LO noted insufficient provision of shade was available. The plan for provision of shade that was submitted and approved by licensing prior was not in place at the time of this inspection. The items used for provision of shade that are in poor condition and /or broken are not replaced in a timely manner. The lack of provision of shade is representing a high risk that could impact children and staff health.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical

  Ground Surfacing: Protective surfacing is provided to reduce the risk of injury from falls. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. Licensing noted that the resilient surface in some areas was in poor condition and was representing a tripping hazard.

• 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]

  Observation. No written records were available from June 10 to June 13 inclusive demonstrating that inspections for the outdoor play space were completed.

• 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. Licensing noted that the staff hired as kitchen assistant had no CRC on file. An application to obtain a CRC was summited in March 2024.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  Character references have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec.19(1)(b)]

  Observation. Licensing reviewed a sample of staff files and noted that one staff had only two references and another staff that is working as a kitchen assistant had no references on file.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  A record for each child containing the daily attendance record, indicating for each day whether the child is absent or, if the child is present, the time of arrival and departure is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(c)]

  Observation. Daily attendance was not current. When Licensing officer arrived at the facility, the daily attendance list indicated there were 13 children present, however, Licensing observed 15 children in attendance. This issue remains outstanding.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  Criminal record checks have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(a)]

  Observation. The Licensee obtained the following documentation for one staff: resume, references and the immunization status. Licensing noted that CRCs for two staff were not obtained. This item remains outstanding.

• STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  Fire drills are not practiced at least once each month. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(b)]

  Observation. An emergency drill was practiced in August 2021. A reminder to practice and record an emergency drill by the end of 2022. Licensing noted fire drills were not practiced monthly. This issue remains outstanding.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

  The facility, the furniture, equipment, fixtures and supplies are of sturdy and safe construction.  They are easy to clean, and are clean and in good repair and free from hazards. [CCLR Sec. 13(2) and Sec. 15(1)(a)]

  Observation. Licensing officer observed a cupboard door with a damaged hinge, leaning against the kitchen furniture. This prevented the kitchen cabinets from being secured. Manager moved the door and items during the inspection. Picture taken at the time of the routine attached in HH

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  A record for each child containing the daily attendance record, indicating for each day whether the child is absent or, if the child is present, the time of arrival and departure is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(c)]

  Observation. Daily attendance was not maintained, When Licensing officer arrived the attendance list indicated there were 10 children in care, however, LO noted 11 children present in the outdoor play area. One child had not been signed in upon arrival.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  Evidence of compliance with the Province's immunization and tuberculosis control programs has not been obtained. [CCLR Sec.19(1)(b)]; Character references have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec.19(1)(b)]; Records of staff's work histories have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(c)]; Criminal record checks have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(a)]

  Observation. Licensing noted the staffing files were incomplete; two staffs were missing CRCs and one staff was missing resume, references and immunization status.

• STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  The emergency plan is not practiced at least once each year. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(c)] ; Fire drills are not practiced at least once each month. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(b)]

  Observation. Licensing officer noted the fire and emergency drills were not recorded. Licensing provided resources.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical

  Design: Equipment is placed to reduce direct exposure to sun. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. LO noted insufficient provision of shade was available. The plan for provision of shade that was submitted and approved by licensing prior was not in place at the time of this inspection. This issue is reoccurring.