Chinook 2 - Group Child Care (School Age)

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• 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 several children's files to be missing information including medical practitioner information, start date, and immunization status.

• 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 a fire drill log documenting practices. Staff inform that it was not completed in September, as indicated on the fire drill record. October was conducted, and plans are in place to implement a November drill either today or tomorrow. Staff inform that an emergency drill has not been conducted this year.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / First AidNon-critical

  First aid kits are readily accessible to all employees, including while care is provided away from premises. [CCLR Sec. 23(2)]

  Observation. *A first aid kit is available within the facility however it was indicated that it is not brought along on the walk to get to Norma Rose School in the mornings. A discussion was held with the educator for this program that even though it is a short walk, there is always the possibility of needing a first aid kit or emergency information for a child.

• 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. *There is old, gummy duct tape stuck to the chains of the swings where children might hold on. This may provide a breeding ground for bacteria and germs. *Pieces of wood, rolled up carpet, gutters and furniture were stacked in the corner of the outside covered area.

• 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. *Many of the photos provided on the consent forms were blurry black and white photocopies that were hard to identify.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. *A wasp nest is growing underneath the wooden play structure. The area is currently taped off but wasps are present in the playground.

• 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 gap on the fence side of the green shed has been mitigated. This item is resolved. *The wooden bridge has been removed. This item is resolved. *The latch on the gate is easily accessible to children and is not secure. Originally found out of compliance on May 11, 2022.

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

  Ground Surfacing: The depth of loose fill material (protective surfacing) meets or exceeds the minimum requirements of the Standard of Practice. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. *The fill under the swings has eroded to the point where there are deep holes exposing the landscape fabric beneath. Originally found out of compliance on May 11, 2022.

• LICENSING / Investigation or inspectionNon-critical

  During an investigation or inspection, Licensing staff are not obstructed in the performance of their duties. [CCLR Sec. 12(1)(a)]

  Observation. *Due to the fact that there is no day to day manager for this program, there was no staff available to accompany CCFL from Chinook to the Chinook 2 space. Because of this, the cupboard was locked and CCFL was unable to access evidence of staff documentation, children's records, fire drill and playground maintenance records, log book and other items, etc.

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

  The licence is displayed in a prominent place in the facility, including any terms or conditions of the licence, and including the name of the manager. [CCLR Sec. 11(1)(2); CCALA Sec.7(c)]

  Observation. *CCFL did not observe a posted licence.

• 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. *There is old, gummy duct tape stuck to the chains of the swings where children might hold on. This may provide an opportunity for bacteria and germs to form. *A fire pit and stacks of wood were observed in the children's play yard. *Old water logged landscape bags of garden compost were observed to be piled up under the covered area.

• 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 gap on the fence side of the green shed provides a supervision issue in that there are no sight lines and the fence is very low and climbable. CCFL has concerns that children may slip behind the shed and easily leave the play yard unnoticed. *The latch on the gate is easily accessible to children and is not secure. *The wooden bridge is rotting along the edges and and is missing a slat in the middle. This creates the possibility of foot entrapment.

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

  Ground Surfacing: The depth of loose fill material (protective surfacing) meets or exceeds the minimum requirements of the Standard of Practice. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. *The fill under the swings has eroded to the point where there are deep holes exposing the landscape fabric beneath.

• STAFFING / Standards to be maintainedNon-critical

  The licensee has appointed a manager for the community care facility. [CCALA Sec.7(1)(d) Standards to be Maintained]

  Observation. *There is currently no day to day manager (senior supervisor) assigned to this program.

• POLICIES AND PROCEDURES / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  The fire drill system is displayed in a prominent place. [CCLR Sec. 22(3)]

  Observation. *The current posted evacuation plan is in the form of a monochrome site plan that is quite small and difficult to read.

• 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. *2 of the children's records were observed to be missing the care card numbers.

• 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 inquired as to how Educators will access the UBC emergency preparedness supplies in the event of a true emergency such as an earthquake. The Educator was able to tell Licensing where the supplies were, but did not know how to gain access to the storage container.