CEFA Junior Kindergarten - Cambie

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  The licensee has written parental consent to call a medical practitioner or ambulance in case of accident or illness, in cases where the parent cannot immediately be reached. [CCLR Sec. 57(3)(a)]

  Observation. While the licensee has received written parental consent to call a medical practitioner or ambulance in case of accident or illness for 1 child, this issue remains outstanding.

• 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. While an immunization status has been obtained for 1 child, this issue of non-compliance remains outstanding.

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

  Children are adequately supervised by qualified employees in sufficient numbers to meet the needs of each child. [CCLR Sec.34(1)]

  Observation. In one classroom, Licensing Officer observed two staff providing care to a group of children however the two staff did not hold the required qualifications as per Schedule E.

• 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. Licensing Officer observed medication for a child with a life threatening allergy did not have a Request for Administration of Medication form on file.

• 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 the following: -one diaper change mat appears to be stained, soiled and no longer easy to clean -two area rugs appear to be dirty, stained, soiled and no longer easy to clean -fabric on two arm chairs appears to be dirty, stained and no longer easy to clean

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

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

  Observation. In the children's washroom, Licensing Officer observed the following: -two unsecured cupboards under the change table which are accessible to children. Cupboards contain stored items such as a bag of open potting soil, a tool kit and hand soap refills. -space in between and around the toilets is being used as a storage space for miscellaneous items which include stacked chairs, a step ladder, a wagon and cleaning equipment which poses a risk of harm

• 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. This issue of non-compliance remains outstanding. During today's visit, Licensing Officer observed materials and equipment have been added to the outdoor play space however the quantity added does not appear to be adequate to meet the needs of children.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  A record for each child containing the name and telephone number of a parent, medical practitioner and emergency contact is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(d)]; 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. Licensing Officer reviewed a sampling of the children's records. The following was observed: -name and telephone number of a medical practitioner is not kept for 1 child -immunization status is not kept for 2 children

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  The licensee has written parental consent to call a medical practitioner or ambulance in case of accident or illness, in cases where the parent cannot immediately be reached. [CCLR Sec. 57(3)(a)]

  Observation. Licensing Officer observed two children's records in which written parental consent to call a medical practitioner or ambulance in case of accident or illness in cases where the parent cannot be immediately be reached is not kept.

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

  Observation. Licensing Officer observed the following: -immunization status has not been obtained for 5 staff -character references have not been obtained for 2 staff -criminal record check has not been obtained for 1 staff

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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

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

  Observation. Licensing observed 2 certificates were not displayed in the facility.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. Licensing observed a bag pack containing an epi-pen was accessible to children.

• 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 sleeping mats placed next to each other with children's bedding touching, posing a risk 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 observed bleach bottles in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children.

• 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. Licensing observed there were limited outdoor materials and equipment accessible to children that are suitable for the age and development of the children.

• 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 reviewed staff files: - 1 staff did not have a criminal record check - 1 staff did not have character references

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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 outdoor play space without enough protecting surfacing such as sand and wood chips and the landscape in need of maintenance. In addition not enough play materials to provide opportunities for growth and development.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• MEDICATION / MedicationNon-critical

  The medications are not readily accessible to employees. [CCLR Sec. 53(1)(b)]

  Observation. Licensing observed three children did not have required emergency medication on site two Epi-pens and one inhaler.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. Licensing observed three outdoor play spaces without enough protecting surfacing such as sand and wood chips, hose loops protruding from the ground, the landscape in need of maintenance. In addition in one of the spaces there was a mud kitchen in poor repair, not enough materials and equipment developmentally and age appropriate to provide opportunities for growth and development.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

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

  Observation. Licensing officer reviewed staff documentation and observed one CRC expired and another from the police which does not meet the required CRC under the Criminal Records Review Act.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• 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 the following: * Chipping on the cork board in the play area * Dirt and dust on the window ledges, counters and sinks * Paint chipping on the walls in the main room and nap room * Fridge doors with stains and dust.

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

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

  Observation. Licensing Officer observed a pile of random objects in the nap room such as: pillows, staff personal bags, toys, blankets on the floor accessible to children

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

  Not in good repair.

  Observation. Licensing Officer observed paint chipping on the outdoor pillars accessible to children