Little Beach YMCA Child Care Centre

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. Licensing observed that the climber in the playground is aging and exhibiting signs of wear and tear. Notably, a wooden piece on the climber stairs has deteriorated, with a section becoming rotten and crumbling. As a temporary safety measure, cones and larger objects have been placed to prevent children from accessing the affected area. The Manager has confirmed that the necessary repairs will be completed over the upcoming weekend to ensure the safety of all playground users. A conversation took place with the Manager to begin planning for some upgrades to the climber, which will help enhance both safety and usability moving forward.

• 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. Emergency preparedness supplies are sufficient to meet the children's and licensee's needs for a minimum of 72 hours. However it was observed that some of the emergency food items have expired. The Manager confirms that the reorder has been placed.

• 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: -Indoor *tape residue on window frames. *damaged drywall in the gross motor room. -Outdoor *the wooden panels and boards on the climber showing signs of rot and deterioration. Licensing recommends monitoring the overall condition of this wooden climber and consider providing a replacement should the condition worsen overtime. *a tall acrylic mirror being placed in the garden area with exposed sharp edges. When asked the program manager, she explained that children enjoy looking at their reflection through this mirror. A discussion took place regarding covering the sharp edges to prevent any potential injuries.

• 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 vinyl couch with worn corners. The staff informed licensing that a new couch has already been ordered. A mud kitchen that was wobbly and had a loose screw. The mud kitchen posed a tipping and pinching hazard. The staff removed the mud kitchen from the environment and informed licensing that a new mud kitchen had already been ordered.

• 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: * in the small nap room that a part of the carpet was torn and fraying - This has been outstanding since March of 2022 * in the big nap room some of the the material on the coloured foam blocks was beginning to fray- exposing the foam underneath * bird droppings were observed throughout the playground - please ensure that this is being addressed prior to the children going outside

• 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 some of the concreate on the pathway was cracked and uneven. This is a safety concern and has the potential to be a tripping and/or falling hazard and needs to be addressed.

• 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 in the small nap room that a part of the carpet was torn and fraying. The Educator stated that the facility maintenance people had already been informed.

• 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 in the small nap room that a part of the carpet was torn and fraying. The Educator stated that the facility maintenance people had already been informed.