Lift Early Learning Centre

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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

  Design: For prevention of entrapment, spaces (i.e., holes or openings) are smaller than 9 cm (3.5 inches) or larger than 23 cm (9 inches). [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. Repair for the gap under the backyard gate has been arranged for this week.

• HYGIENE AND COMMUNICABLE DISEASE CONTROL / Health and HygieneNon-critical

  There is an established program to instruct children in, and to practise the rules of, health and hygiene. [CCLR Sec. 46(1)]

  Observation. Licensing observed a diaper changing transition as children woke up from nap time. Educator used the same set of disposable gloves through the process of changing multiple children. This is not hygienic, as there may be a transfer of particles from diapers to clean clothing, to next child's diaper and all items that are touched in between.

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

  Design: For prevention of entrapment, spaces (i.e., holes or openings) are smaller than 9 cm (3.5 inches) or larger than 23 cm (9 inches). [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. Licensing observed the gap underneath the wooden gate to the back alley to be measuring in between 3.5 and 9 inches.

• 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. Fire extinguisher is current in its servicing. Food and water in emergency supplies have expired in Many 2025 and August 2025 respectively.

• 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. One child is missing an emergency contact that is not the parent.

• STAFFING / Community Care Facility RecordsNon-critical

  The licensee keeps current records of each employee as required under Sec. 19(1). [CCLR Sec.56(b)]

  Observation. Licensing observed one staff to be missing a certificate verification, and one staff to be missing an immunization status. Resources attached to the email of this report.

• 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 the following: - A wood children's picnic table that was slippery to the touch due to green algae growth. - A muddy toy kitchen with standing water.

• 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. One child in care did not have a care card number. Two children in care did not have documentation of immunization status on file.

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

• 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. One staff was missing documentation of immunization status. Licensing was unable to review the substitute staff's documentation as it was unavailable at the premise.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility as an educator or an assistant unless the person holds a certificate issued under Division 2 [Employee Qualifications], which must be verified by the licensee using a system established and maintained by the director of the early childhood educator registry [CCLR Sec. 19(4)(a)]

  Observation. One staff did not have certificate verification with the ECE Registry on file.

• 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 January 22, 2024 licensing observed the following: The back lane gate latch was loose as the screws holding the latch in place were falling out.

• 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 the following : 1) The gate at the top of the stairs to the basement was left open. The gate appeared to be broken and could not be secured. 2) The gate between the entrance hallway and main activity room and the gate between the kitchen and main activity room appeared to be broken and could not be secured. 3) A kitchen cabinet door with a broken hinge.

• 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: 1) Uncovered electrical outlets in the main activity room and the hallway. 2) A stack of seven highchairs in a corner of the main activity room that posed a risk of falling over.

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

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

  Observation. Licencing observed the following hazardous objects and substances accessible to children in care: 1) A bleach/water spray bottle on the bathroom counter. 2) Bleach and dishwasher tablets in an unlocked kitchen cabinet under the sink. 3) Chef's knives in an unlocked kitchen drawer. 4) Blind cords in the nap 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: 1) The gate at the top of the deck is broken. 2) The back lane gate latch was loose as the screws holding the latch in place were falling out.

• 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. The fire extinguisher has not been inspected and tested annually by an authorized fire protection professional as required by BC fire Code Section 6.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility as an educator or an assistant unless the person holds a certificate issued under Division 2 [Employee Qualifications], which must be verified by the licensee using a system established and maintained by the director of the early childhood educator registry [CCLR Sec. 19(4)(a)]

  Observation. The managers ECE certificate has not been verified with the ECE Registry.

• STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  The emergency plan is not practiced at least once each year. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(c)]

  Observation. No fire drill record was present.

• 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. Ob March 17, 2023, licensing observed the following: Green algae growth on the glass deck railing and the wooden deck boards.

• 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 one infant toddler educator and one early childhood educator with a certificate that had expired in February 2023. The early childhood educator stated that they had submitted their renewal to the ECE Registry on January 15, 2023. Please be advised that staff that do not hold a valid practising certificate are not considered qualified under the Child Care Licensing Regulations.

• LICENSING / Continuing duty to informNon-critical

  Licensing has been notified immediately of any change in the information provided under Section 9 (Applying for a License). [CCLR Sec. 10(1)]

  Observation. Licensing observed the following indications that someone might be living in the facility: - The fridge contained many condiments, sauces, crushed garlic, eggs, etc. commonly found in a regular household. A rice cooker was observed on the counter. The Manager stated they do not have a kitchen in their own home and use the facility kitchen; the food belonged to the Manager. - The upstairs bathroom and shower contained multiple personal toiletries. Licensing observed towels. - One upstairs bedroom closet contained multiple clothing items and bottles of vitamins. Licensing observed a table and chairs and a storage rack with dishes and more personal toiletries. - Another upstairs bedroom contained five suitcases; the manager stated they belonged to them. - Another upstairs room or closet was locked. The Manager stated they did not have the key and did not know what was in this room/closet. Licensing asked the Manager if they lived at the facility. The Manager stated they did not and lived nearby in a small laneway house they shared with another person. They just stored their belongings at the facility due to a lack of space in their own home. Licensing asked the Manager if they slept overnight at the facility. The Manager stated they had done so twice since January 2023. Licensing informed the Manager that nobody can live upstairs at the facility. The Manager informed Licensing that the Licensee had told the Manager about a month ago that staff could live upstairs at the facility. During the licence application process at the initial inspection dated September 23, 2020, the applicant stated that it is her intention that nobody lives on any floors in the home.

• 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 the following: 1) A broken kitchen cupboard door located under the sink. 2) A broken cupboard door in the gross motor room. The door had been taped to the cabinet with packing tape to prevent it from falling.

• 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) Green algae growth on the glass deck railing, the wooden deck boards and the mats at the bottom of the deck steps. 2) Loose black electrical cords hanging down at the side of the house that posed a hazard of tripping or getting caught in the cords. The cords appeared to run from the top floor into the basement. 3) The gate at the top of the deck steps had a broken section at the bottom.

• 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. Two children in care did not have a care card number on file.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

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

  Observation. Licensing observed one staff without a criminal record check on file. The staff stated they had started working at the facility 2 to 3 weeks ago and their criminal record check is being processed. They just paid for their criminal record yesterday.

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 a metal rack hung on the wall above the gas stove. The bottom of the rack was lined with paper towels. The paper towels were 2 inches away from the back burner flames when the flames were turned on, posing a fire hazard. Flammable items were placed on the counter directly beside the gas stove such as a bag of flour.

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

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

  Observation. As observed on the February 28, 2022 inspection: The kitchen is gated off from the playroom and gross motor room. Children walk from the playroom to the gross motor room through the kitchen. One child was observed to linger in the kitchen when walking through. The following hazardous objects and substances were observed in the kitchen: - A sharp knife in an unlocked kitchen drawer. - Chlorox dishwasher detergent and bleach/water solution on the kitchen counter. - Bleach , Pine Sol and cleaners in an unlocked cabinet under the sink. All above hazardous materials were put out of children's reach at the February 28 inspection. At the routine follow up inspection licensing observed the sharp knife back in the unlocked drawer, the dishwasher detergent and bleach/water solution back on the kitchen counter and the bleach and cleaners back in the unlocked cabinet under the sink.

• 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. As observed on the February 28, 2022 inspection: Licensing observed that the gate on the deck had a broken lock. Licensing observed at the follow up inspection that the gate was still broken.

• 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. As observed on the February 28, 2022 inspection: One child in care did not have an immunization status on file. The immunization status had not yet been obtained at the follow up inspection.

• 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 record of outdoor inspections had been kept since October 2021.

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

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

  Observation. The kitchen is gated off from the playroom and gross motor room. Children walk from the playroom to the gross motor room through the kitchen. One child was observed to linger in the kitchen when walking through. The following hazardous objects and substances were observed in the kitchen: - Vitamin tablets in a bowl on the counter. - A sharp knife in an unlocked kitchen drawer. - Dawn dish soap in an unlocked kitchen drawer. - Chlorox dishwasher detergent and bleach/water solution on the kitchen counter. - Bleach , Pine Sol and cleaners in an unlocked cabinet under the sink. Bleach water solution was observed in the children's bathroom on the counter.

• 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 that the gate on the deck had a broken lock.

• 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. One child in care did not have an immunization status on file.