Jcc Shalom Out Of School Care

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• 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. One railing post located between two trees (opposite the play hut) was loose and no longer secure in place causing the railing to be unstable. Screws were sticking out from the railing behind the post.

• 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. On February 5, 2025, Licensing observed chipped drywall in several places in the L'Chaim room. On March 10, 2025 the manager informed licensing repairs will be made by the weekend.

• 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. On February 5, 2025, Licensing observed the following in the Gan Aviv outdoor play space: - The metal wire underneath the concrete walkway was exposed with sharp edging as the wood chips had eroded. - The railing at the top of the concrete ramp was wobbly as one post was rotten at the ground. - One fence post besides the blue tunnel was rotten and wobbly. On March 10, 2025 the manager informed licensing that these items will be addressed during the Easter break.

• 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 chipped drywall in several places in the L'Chaim room.

• 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. Licensing observed the following in the Gan Aviv outdoor play space: - The metal wire underneath the concrete walkway was exposed with sharp edging as the wood chips had eroded. - The railing at the top of the concrete ramp was wobbly as one post was rotten at the ground. - One fence post besides the blue tunnel was rotten and wobbly.

• 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. Licensing observed the following: 1) Sharp screw ends protruding from a post located on the upper level between two trees. 2) A loose fence section with a rotten post located by the tree and blue tunnel. 3) A rotten 4 x 4 by the cement ramp.

• POLICIES AND PROCEDURES / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  There is an emergency plan that sets out procedures to prepare for, mitigate, respond to and recover from any emergency. [CCLR Sec. 22(1)(b)]

  Observation. Licensing observed expired emergency food supplies.

• 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. The first aid kit that is taken by staff when picking up children from school did not contain a portable ice pack.

• 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 out of school care program uses the preschool playground. The preschool playground was not inspected during this inspection, but was inspected on January 26, 2024 during which the following items were identified that need to be addressed. 1) Slippery wood surfaces with algae growth, particularly the platform on top of the slide, wood table by the exit gate to the parking lot, 4 x 4 edging. 2) Sharp screw ends protruding from a post located on the upper level between two trees. 3) Sharp metal wire ends protruding from underneath the cement ramp. 4) Loose handrail at the top of the cement ramp beside the exit gate. 5) A loose fence section with a rotten post located by the tree and blue tunnel. 6) A rotten 4 x 4 by the cement ramp. 7) Loose upright post at the top of the slide on the left side.

• POLICIES AND PROCEDURES / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  There is an emergency plan that sets out procedures to prepare for, mitigate, respond to and recover from any emergency. [CCLR Sec. 22(1)(b)]

  Observation. Licensing observed expired emergency food supplies.

• 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. Some child records did not contain a picture, record of immunization status or emergency contact.

• 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 tall wooden bookcase that was not secured to the wall.

• 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 preschool room is used for one of the school age groups. Licensing observed the following on the preschool playground that needs to be addressed: 1) Rotten climbing wall boards. One of the rotten boards, located at the top of the wall contained a foot support that is starting to become loose. 2) Loose wooden boards located at the bottom of the shed. 3) A loose railing located at the top of the cement ramp by the exit door to the parkade. 4) A splintered wooden top board located on the railing adjacent to the cement ramp. One of the wood stumps located by the sand box is showing signs of rotting due to aging and wear and tear. It is recommended to monitor this area and target for future replacement.

• POLICIES AND PROCEDURES / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  There is an emergency plan that sets out procedures to prepare for, mitigate, respond to and recover from any emergency. [CCLR Sec. 22(1)(b)]

  Observation. Licensing observed that insufficient water supplies were kept to be self sufficient for a period of time (recommended 72 hours).

• 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)]

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  The licensee has written, parental consent to release a child to someone other than the parent. [CCLR Sec. 57(3)(b)]

  Observation. Some children in care did not have written parental consent to release the child to someone other than the parent.

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 observed three vinyl easy chairs. Due to wear and tear over time the vinyl had come off on the arm rests and on a large section of on one of the headrests. This poses a sanitizing challenge.