Kids & Company North Vancouver Esplanade

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• 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.

• 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. LO noted that staff were not aware of the legislative requirements and did not maintain written records of the daily inspections for the outdoor play space.

• 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.

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

  All indoor and outdoor play materials and equipment accessible to children are suitable for the age and development of the children, safely constructed, free from hazards and in good repair. [CCLR Sec. 16(4)]

  Observation. LO noted few of the plastic large containers-pots that are part of the shade structure were cracked and represent a risk for injuries as were accessible to children. LO requested the items to be replaced. The manager was present and advised to immediately implement a temporary repair until items are replaced.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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

  Ground Surfacing: Protective surfacing is checked regularly to ensure the depth and adequacy of the material. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. issue remain outstanding a plan to have a contractor doing repairs is in place

• 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. issue remains outstanding copy of CRC from the college was on file

• 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. issue remains outstanding. application submitted to obtain record.

• 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. - grime buildup on floor on several areas;licensing pointed out to the manager and staff the locations - a garbage bin was full located inside the outdoor storage were outdoor play equipment is stored - some cupboards that had hazardous items were not secured;also some safety locks were broken

• 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 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 checked regularly to ensure the depth and adequacy of the material. [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.

• PROGRAM / Program of activitiesNon-critical

  Children are provided with a comprehensive and coordinated program of indoor and outdoor activities that is designed for the development and care of the children, and is appropriate for the age and development of the children. [CCLR Sec. 44(1)(a)(b)(c) and Schedule(G)]

  Observation. LO noted insufficient activities were available to children for the outdoor play space.

• 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 for outdoor check list were available in one room and other rooms were maintained not up to date.

• 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. LO noted one staff had no references on file

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Heated WaterNon-critical

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

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.

• PROGRAM / Program of activitiesNon-critical

  Children are provided with a comprehensive and coordinated program of indoor and outdoor activities that is designed for the development and care of the children, and is appropriate for the age and development of the children. [CCLR Sec. 44(1)(a)(b)(c) and Schedule(G)]

  Observation. LO noted children were provided with very few activities for indoor play, however many activities and toys were stored in a separate room. The manager stated that the toys and activities were rotated weekly. Sufficient activities were noted for the outdoor play play that were stored in a clean shed.