Blue Tree Family Home 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. The licensee informed that the contractor scheduled to perform the work had canceled the appointment,however the issue will be addressed in the upcoming weekend. Licensing had agreed to extend the due 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. The licensee applied for the CRC for the two students residing in the home,however the CRC could not be processed until Licensing verified the students ID. At the time of this inspection Licensing Officer was able to check the students ID and the CRC's will be proceed.

• 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. LO noted the underside of stairs located on the outdoor play space were accessible to children and not made non-climbable.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  A record for each child containing the name, sex, date of birth, medical insurance plan number and immunization status is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(a)]

  Observation. LO noted two children did not had a care card ad immunization status on file. LO requested the licensee to add the starting date for each child on the paper files. The license is storing records electronically,however were on her personal phone which make it not ideal for licensing to review records. The starting date will be reviewed at the next follow-up inspection. If wish to store records electronically ensure records are stored in electronic folders that can be made available for licensing review at the time of the inspection. Electronic records must be accessible to licensing therefore a computer-laptop is recommended and not a personal phone. Licensing must independently be able to access records. Having the licensee-primary care giver showing records from her personal phone to licensing is increasing the risk on lacking supervision of children in care. LO recommends that all records be kept on paper files to ensure are available for review when needed.

• 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 observed a person that was living in the home -lower floor. The licensee stated that is her nephew and confirmed that a CRC was not obtained. The child care space is not separated from the lower floor where the licensee's nephew resides. This issue is reoccurring -see 2025 routine inspection report. The licensee was made aware at the time of this inspection and at the last routine inspection done by another licensing officer, that a CRC must be obtained for every person over the age of 12 that are ordinarily present on the premise-home.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• 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. Licensing observed the nap mats and bedding were stacked on top each others. This creates the possibility of cross-contamination of germs.

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

  Maintenance of Equipment: Thorough inspections of the outdoor play space are conducted regularly. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space] (13)

  Observation. Licensing observed records of past playground inspection checklist were completed regularly however there were no records for 2025.

• 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)]

  Observation. Licensing observed a log of minor incidents on site however there were no entries from year 2024 and 2025.

• 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 observed a person living as a roommate in the home however the licensee had not obtained a criminal record check for them.

• STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  Implementation of the fire drill system is practiced at least once each month, and implementation of the emergency plan is practiced at least once each year. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(b)(c)]

  Observation. A record of fire drills and emergency drills were not available. A resource template is provided to the Licensee via email as discussed.

• 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 observed within the emergency evacuation bag: - the food and water has expired. - blue fleece blankets

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• CARE AND/OR SUPERVISION / Group Sizes and Employee to Children RatiosNon-critical

  Staff ratios and group sizes comply with Schedule E. [CCLR Sec. 34(2)(a)]

  Observation. Licensing observed that the Licensee was caring for 7 children under the age of 48 months. As per Schedule E of the CCLR Family Child Care Licensees can only care for 4 children under 48 months. This items was discussed with an LO last March 3, 2023.

• 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 observed a large shelving unit measuring over 6 ft. tall that was not secured to the wall making it a tipping hazard.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Hazardous Objects and SubstancesNon-critical

  Hazardous objects and substances are inaccessible to children. [CCLR Sec 17]

  Observation. Licensing observed an unlocked cupboard under the bathroom sink containing chemicals that must be kept out of reach of children.

• POLICIES AND PROCEDURES / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  Emergency exits and fire drill system are approved by a local Fire Marshal. [CCLR Sec. 22(1)(a)]

  Observation. Licensing observed that the Fire extinguisher has not been serviced in the last 12 months. Fire extinguishers must be serviced yearly.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  The licensee keeps a current record for each child showing the information required. [CCLR Sec. 57]

  Observation. Licensing observed that various children were missing an immunization status on file. Licensing observed on the registration form an area for parents to sign off on immunization status, however on multiple registration packages this was not signed off or checked off.

• 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. Licensing observed logs for 2023, however there were none available for 2024. Licensee stated that this page was missing and would locate it to provide to Licensing.

• STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  Implementation of the fire drill system is practiced at least once each month, and implementation of the emergency plan is practiced at least once each year. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(b)(c)]

  Observation. Licensing observed that there were no fire drills recorded for the months of October, November, and February. Licensing reminded the Licensee that the emergency drill does not replace the fire drill on the month that it is practiced. Fire drills must be conducted monthly and emergency drills once per year.

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. Licensing observed the following: - A nail and metal wire protruding from the wall in the outdoor play area, at children's height. - Garbage and compost disposal located within the children's outdoor play space. This was mentioned in a previous inspection report from December 2022.

• 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. Outdoor inspections are being implemented daily, however, not recorded. As discussed, an electronic record is acceptable.

• STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  Implementation of the fire drill system is practiced at least once each month, and implementation of the emergency plan is practiced at least once each year. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(b)(c)]

  Observation. A record of fire drills and emergency drills were not available. A resource template is provided to the Licensee via email as discussed.

• 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. Licensing observed the nap mats and bedding were stack on top each others. This creates the possibility of cross-contamination.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Hazardous Objects and SubstancesNon-critical

  Hazardous objects and substances are inaccessible to children. [CCLR Sec 17]

  Observation. Licensing officer observed hazardous objects were accessible to children in the children's washroom.

• 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. Outdoor playground checklist was develop.

• 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. The fire drills and emergency drill have not yet been practiced and record.