Lobat's Place Family Child Care

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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

  Not suitable for age and development.; Not free from hazards.; Not safely constructed.

  Observation. Licensing observed the following: 1. Multiple garbage and recycling bins were observed within the children's play area. The licensee has acknowledged and confirmed that the bins will be relocated to a location that is out of children's reach to prevent any potential hazards. 2. A portable potty was located under the staircase in the play area. It is recommended that this item be relocated to avoid any confusion for the children and to uphold hygienic conditions within the play environment. 3. The slide currently positioning in the area that were insufficient fall zone surrounding the slide, which could increase the risk of injury. 4. The sand play area is presently uncovered. It is important to provide sand cover to maintain cleanliness and prevent animals access at night. A conversation occurred with the Licensee on monitoring certain potential hazards in the outdoor play area: - There are three vehicle wheels in the sand play area. Please monitor the gaps in the rims as they may pose an entrapment hazard. - A variety of toys were observed outdoors. For hygiene purposes, it is recommended to store them away by the end of the day to prevent access by animals such as cats or raccoons.

• 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's immunization status was not on file.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• 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 seven children in care. Two children were over 4 years of age and five children were under 4 years of age. Of these five children under 4 years of age one child turns 4 the end of January. A discussion was held with the Licensee regarding ages and numbers of children that comply with Schedule E and to apply for an exemption until the end of January.

• 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) Potties with standing pee in the bathroom. A discussion was held with the Licensee to clean and sanitize the potties immediately after each use. The Licensee responded that children use the bathroom independently. The Licensee does not always know when a child has used the potty, as they are supervising in the activity room. A discussion was held for the Licensee to check the potties after children have used the bathroom or to refrain from using potties and use the toilet. 2) A kitchen counter with chipped laminate exposing the wood underneath. The wood was in chipped condition. The Licensee provides all snacks and lunches for the children in care.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Furniture, Equipment and FixturesNon-critical

  Equipment, furniture and supplies are located so as not to block or hamper exits in the case of fire or other emergency. [CCLR Sec. 15(1)(b)]

  Observation. The fire exit stair from the kitchen was blocked by a bike, garbage cans and recycling bin.

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

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

  Observation. Licensing observed the following items accessible to children in care: - Vitamins in an open drawer in the nap room. - Covid tests in an unlocked drawer in the nap room.

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

  Maintenance of Equipment: Thorough inspections of the outdoor play space are conducted regularly. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space] (13)

  Observation. No outdoor playground inspection record was available. The Licensee stated their 2024 record was in storage.

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

  Ground Surfacing: The playground surface is free of standing water and debris. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. Licensing observed the following items accessible to children in care: - Broken ceramic plant pot. The broken pieces were discarded at the time of inspection. - A wet, dirty area rug under the Gazebo that had reached the end of its lifespan. The Licensee stated they will remove the carpet in spring when it is dry and plans to install rubber tiles in this area. - Bricks, broken plastic bin, broken pieces of ceramic tile, various discarded construction materials/debris, broken wheelbarrow, rolls of plastic mesh, broken drawers behind and beside the shed and around the gate to the lane. A discussion was held with the Licensee to keep the entire yard clean and remove all debris. - An unsecured metal arbor that posed a risk of tipping over. A discussion was held with the Licensee to remove or secure the metal arbor to prevent injury to a child.

• 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 the emergency water and emergency food bars had expired. The Licensee had alternate emergency food container on site with a 25 year expiration date.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Community Care Facility RecordsNon-critical

  There is current log of minor incidents, illnesses and unexpected events, that did not require medical attention and were not reportable incidents described in Schedule H. [CCLR Sec. 56(1)(f)]

  Observation. No log of minor incidents, illnesses and unexpected events was available. The Licensee stated their 2024 record was in storage.

• 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 the following: 1) Seven children were enrolled and present at the facility. Only two children had been signed in. 2) Two children in care did not have any records or documentation on file. 3) Out of the five children that did have records on file, one child was missing a photograph and two children were missing documentation of immunization status.

• 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 observed that three children in care did not have 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.

• 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. Licensing observed that two children in care did not have written parental consent to release the child to someone other than the parent.

• 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. No fire and yearly emergency drill record was available. The Licensee stated their 2024 record was in storage.

• STAFFING / First AidNon-critical

  At all times children have immediate access to an employee who holds a valid first aid and CPR certificate, is knowledgeable respecting each child's medical condition, if any, and is capable of communicating with emergency personnel. [CCLR Sec. 23(1)]

  Observation. The Licensees first aid certificate expired October 30, 2024. The Licensee informed licensing they were renewing their certificate on January 12, 2204.

• 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. Licensing observed that the fire extinguisher has not been inspected and tested annually by an authorized fire protection professional as required by BC fire Code Section 6.2.

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. On January 9, 2024 Licensing observed the following: 1) The main activity space has a very cluttered art / table top area. Materials are stacked on top of each other on the shelves and on the piano, posing a risk of falling onto a child. Children are unable to access the art area materials as the area is overcrowded. A portable playpen was set up in the art/ table top area. A discussion was held with the Licensee to declutter this part of the activity space. 2) The wood stairs to the entrance of the facility has a rotten step that is a tripping hazard. Licensing observed on February 9 that the steps have been repaired.

• 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 9, 2024 Licensing observed the following: 1) A new home is being constructed next door. Licensing observed a temporary construction fence in the front yard. The wood fence in the backyard is still standing, however the first 4 x 4 fence post was not secured in the ground and was loosely leaning against the fence panel. This heavy post could fall over and injure a child. The fence panel is not secured where the post is missing and poses a risk of falling over. On February 9, licensing observed that the wood 4 x 4 post and the fence have been secured. 2) A black metal bench that was positioned in a vey wobbly manner and posed a risk of falling onto a child. 3) A pile of construction tiles by the back gate.

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

  Maintenance of Equipment: Thorough inspections of the outdoor play space are conducted regularly. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space] (13)

  Observation. On January 9, 2024, the Licensee stated their 2023 record of outdoor inspections was in storage and they were unable to access the record at the time of inspection. The Licensee was given one day to retrieve the record from storage and forward the record by e-mail. Licensing did not receive the record. No outdoor inspections had been conducted for January.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Community Care Facility RecordsNon-critical

  There is current log of minor incidents, illnesses and unexpected events, that did not require medical attention and were not reportable incidents described in Schedule H. [CCLR Sec. 56(1)(f)]

  Observation. On January 9, 2024, the Licensee stated their 2023 record of minor incidents was in storage and they were unable to access the record at the time of inspection. The Licensee was given one day to retrieve the record from storage and forward the record by e-mail. Licensing did not receive the record.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  A record for each child containing the date of enrolment in the facility is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(b)]; 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. On January 9, 2024 licensing observed that two children in care did not have any documentation on file. Another child in care was missing a care card number, photograph, immunization record.

• 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. On January 9, 2024 licensing observed that three children did not have written parental consent to call a medical practitioner or ambulance.

• 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. On January 9, 2024 licensing observed that two children in care did not have written parental consent to release the child to someone other than the parent.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records Must Be AvailableNon-critical

  All records other than those referred to in CCLR sections 56 to 58 are kept in a place from which they can be retrieved within a reasonable time, on request. [CCLR Sec. 59(b)]

  Observation. On January 9, 2024, the Licensee stated their 2023 records of fire drills and yearly emergency drills, playground inspections, minor incident log book, were in storage and they were unable to access the records at the time of inspection. The Licensee was given one day to retrieve the records from storage and forward the records by e-mail. Licensing did not receive the records.

• STAFFING / Additional criminal record checksNon-critical

  All persons over the age of 12 that are ordinarily present on the premises while children are present are of good character and the licensee has obtained a criminal record check for each person. [CCLR Sec 20]

  Observation. On January 9, 2024, the Licensee stated they have two students living in the basement. The basement is accessed through the outdoor play space.

• 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. On January 9, 2024, the Licensee stated their 2023 record of fire drills and yearly emergency drill was in storage and they were unable to access the record at the time of inspection. The Licensee was given one day to retrieve the record from storage and forward the record by e-mail. Licensing did not receive the record.

• 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 main activity space has a very cluttered art / table top area. Materials are stacked on top of each other on the shelves and on the piano, posing a risk of falling onto a child. Children are unable to access the art area materials as the area is overcrowded. A portable playpen was set up in the art/ table top area. A discussion was held with the Licensee to declutter this part of the activity space. 2) The wood stairs to the entrance of the facility has a rotten step that is a tripping hazard.

• 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) A new home is being constructed next door. Licensing observed a temporary construction fence in the front yard. The wood fence in the backyard is still standing, however the first 4 x 4 fence post was not secured in the ground and was loosely leaning against the fence panel. This heavy post could fall over and injure a child. The fence panel is not secured where the post is missing and poses a risk of falling over. 2) A broken piece of glass in a planter. 3) A sharp end of a screw protruding from a wooden stake. 4) Unsecured gate at the West side of the house. 5) A black metal bench that was positioned in a vey wobbly manner and posed a risk of falling onto a child. 6) A pile of construction tiles by the back gate.

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

  Maintenance of Equipment: Thorough inspections of the outdoor play space are conducted regularly. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space] (13)

  Observation. The Licensee stated their 2023 record of outdoor inspections was in storage and they were unable to access the record at the time of inspection. The Licensee was given one day to retrieve the record from storage and forward the record by e-mail. Licensing did not receive the record. No outdoor inspections had been conducted for January.

• 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 the emergency water expired in December 2023. Please note that the emergency food supplies will expire in March 2024.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Community Care Facility RecordsNon-critical

  There is current log of minor incidents, illnesses and unexpected events, that did not require medical attention and were not reportable incidents described in Schedule H. [CCLR Sec. 56(1)(f)]

  Observation. The Licensee stated their 2023 record of minor incidents was in storage and they were unable to access the record at the time of inspection. The Licensee was given one day to retrieve the record from storage and forward the record by e-mail. Licensing did not receive the record.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  A record for each child containing the daily attendance record, indicating for each day whether the child is absent or, if the child is present, the time of arrival and departure is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(c)]; A record for each child containing the date of enrolment in the facility is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(b)]; 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. Two children in care did not have any documentation on file. Another child in care was missing a care card number, photograph, immunization record. Attendance records have not been kept.

• 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. Three children did not have written parental consent to call a medical practitioner or ambulance.

• 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.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records Must Be AvailableNon-critical

  All records other than those referred to in CCLR sections 56 to 58 are kept in a place from which they can be retrieved within a reasonable time, on request. [CCLR Sec. 59(b)]

  Observation. The Licensee stated their 2023 records of fire drills and yearly emergency drills, playground inspections, minor incident log book, were in storage and they were unable to access the records at the time of inspection. The Licensee was given one day to retrieve the records from storage and forward the records by e-mail. Licensing did not receive the records.

• STAFFING / Additional criminal record checksNon-critical

  All persons over the age of 12 that are ordinarily present on the premises while children are present are of good character and the licensee has obtained a criminal record check for each person. [CCLR Sec 20]

  Observation. The Licensee stated they have two students living in the basement. The basement is accessed through the outdoor play space.

• 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. The Licensee stated their 2023 record of fire drills and yearly emergency drill was in storage and they were unable to access the record at the time of inspection. The Licensee was given one day to retrieve the record from storage and forward the record by e-mail. Licensing did not receive the record.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. In the nap room, licensing observed a tv on top of a dresser/cabinet that posed a risk of falling over during an earthquake. The Licensee stated they would anchor the tv on a wall mount.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• 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. On February 16, 2023, Licensing observed the following in the backyard: - A plastic climber with green algae. - Green outdoor grass carpet overgrown with moss.

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

  Ground Surfacing: The playground surface is free of standing water and debris. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. On February 16, 2023, Licensing observed the following: The area under the deck and stairs had a large amount of items piled up such as strollers, ride on toys, booster seats. Some items were in broken condition. The yard had a variety of construction materials lying around such as plastic plumbing pipes, rolls of black plastic webbing, plastic crate with whole and broken tiles, wheelbarrow. Licensing observed debris, empty garden pots, plastic bins and buckets, tires wrapped in plastic, wet moldy pieces of carpet. These items pose a tripping hazard. A discussion was held with the Licensee to do a thorough yard clean up. This appears to be a recurring contravention that was observed in 2022 and 2020. On March 6, 2023 Licensing observed a landscaper at work in the backyard doing a thorough clean up.

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

  Maintenance of Equipment: Thorough inspections of the outdoor play space are conducted regularly. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space] (13)

  Observation. On February 16, 2023, Licensing reviewed the record of outdoor playground inspections. The Licensees records indicated that playground inspections had been conducted, including the backyard. However the actual condition of the outdoor backyard was not in compliance (see comment above) and not in congruence with the record. This appears to be a recurring contravention that was observed in 2022.

• 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. On February 16, 2023 Licensing observed that the fire extinguisher has not been inspected and tested annually by an authorized fire protection professional as required by BC fire Code Section 6.2.

• 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. On February 16, 2023 Licensing observed that one child did not have written parental consent to call a medical practitioner or ambulance.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  A record for each child containing a photograph or digital image of the child, and other information that can be used to readily identify the child in an emergency is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(i)]; 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)]

• 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 hazards in the backyard: - Exposed pointed screws protruding in the corner of a wood raised planting bed. - The gate at the bottom of the stairs was left open.

• 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 in the backyard: - A plastic climber with green algae. - Green outdoor grass carpet overgrown with moss.

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

  Ground Surfacing: The playground surface is free of standing water and debris. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. Licensing observed the following: The area under the deck and stairs had a large amount of items piled up such as strollers, ride on toys, booster seats. Some items were in broken condition. The yard had a variety of construction materials lying around such as plastic plumbing pipes, rolls of black plastic webbing, plastic crate with whole and broken tiles, wheelbarrow. Licensing observed debris, empty garden pots, plastic bins and buckets, tires wrapped in plastic, wet moldy pieces of carpet. These items pose a tripping hazard. A discussion was held with the Licensee to do a thorough yard clean up. This appears to be a recurring contravention that was observed in 2022 and 2020.

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

  Maintenance of Equipment: Thorough inspections of the outdoor play space are conducted regularly. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space] (13)

  Observation. The Licensees records indicated that playground inspections had been conducted, including the backyard. However the actual condition of the outdoor backyard was not in compliance (see comment above) and not in congruence with the record. This appears to be a recurring contravention that was observed in 2022.

• 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 6.2.

• 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. One child did not have written parental consent to call a medical practitioner or ambulance.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  A record for each child containing the daily attendance record, indicating for each day whether the child is absent or, if the child is present, the time of arrival and departure is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(c)]; A record for each child containing a photograph or digital image of the child, and other information that can be used to readily identify the child in an emergency is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(i)]; 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. Three out of five children were signed in.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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

  Ground Surfacing: The playground surface is free of standing water and debris. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. Licensing observed the following: Behind the large shed hazardous items were accessible to children in care such as debris, ladders, plastic bins and buckets, broken child gate. A metal sawhorse was present in the yard as well as two unstable plastic storage shelves. These items presented a tipping hazard. A discussion was held with the Licensee to remove tall above items from the yard.

• 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 had observed the following at the February 4, 2022 routine inspection: Four children in care did not have a record of immunization status on file. At the March 21 and May 3 follow up inspections Licensing observed that none of the above records had been obtained.

• 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. Licensing had observed the following at the February 4, 2022 routine inspection: Two children in care did not have written parental consent to release the child to someone other than the parent. At the March 21 and may 3 follow up inspections Licensing observed that none of the above records had been obtained.

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

  Ground Surfacing: The playground surface is free of standing water and debris. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. Licensing had observed the following at the February 4, 2022 routine inspection: Behind several sheds, under the deck and throughout the yard hazardous items were accessible to children in care such as: Construction materials, debris, ladders, empty garden pots, plastic bins and buckets , broken child gate, plastic plumbing pipes. A discussion was held with the Licensee to clean up the yard. At the follow up inspection Licensing observed that some of the materials had been removed and that there were still a large number of hazardous items behind the larger shed, under the deck and throughout the yard. The Licensee send in a photograph of the yard. It is difficult to discern from the photograph if all above concerns have been addressed.

• 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 had observed the following at the February 4, 2022 routine inspection: Four children in care did not have a record of immunization status on file. At the follow up inspection Licensing observed that none of the above records had been obtained.

• 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. Licensing had observed the following at the February 4, 2022 routine inspection: Two children in care did not have written parental consent to release the child to someone other than the parent. At the follow up inspection Licensing observed that none of the above records had been obtained.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. Licensing had observed the following at the February 4, 2022 routine inspection: Portable space heaters in the kitchen and the nap room that were very hot to the touch. A tall bookcase in the playroom that was not secured to the wall and posed a tipping hazard. At the follow up inspection Licensing observed the portable space heaters in use in the nap room and the kitchen and the bookcase unsecured.

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

  Ground Surfacing: The playground surface is free of standing water and debris. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. Licensing had observed the following at the February 4, 2022 routine inspection: Behind several sheds, under the deck and throughout the yard hazardous items were accessible to children in care such as: Construction materials, debris, ladders, empty garden pots, plastic bins and buckets , broken child gate, plastic plumbing pipes. A discussion was held with the Licensee to clean up the yard. At the follow up inspection Licensing observed that some of the materials had been removed and that there were still a large number of hazardous items behind the larger shed, under the deck and throughout the yard.

• 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 had observed the following at the February 4, 2022 routine inspection: Four children in care did not have a record of immunization status on file. At the follow up inspection Licensing observed that none of the above records had been obtained.

• 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. Licensing had observed the following at the February 4, 2022 routine inspection: Two children in care did not have written parental consent to release the child to someone other than the parent. At the follow up inspection Licensing observed that none of the above records had been obtained.

• 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: Portable space heaters in the kitchen and the nap room that were very hot to the touch. A tall bookcase in the playroom that was not secured to the wall and posed a tipping hazard.

• 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 a low log fence around composting binds by the shed. The logs were held together by screws that had their sharp ends protruding.

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

  Ground Surfacing: The playground surface is free of standing water and debris. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. Licensing observed the following behind several sheds, under the deck and throughout the yard. All items were accessible to children in care. Construction materials, debris, ladders, empty garden pots, plastic bins and buckets , broken child gate, plastic plumbing pipes. A discussion was held with the Licensee to clean up the yard.

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

  Maintenance of Equipment: Thorough inspections of the outdoor play space are conducted regularly. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space] (13)

  Observation. The Licensees records indicated that daily playground inspections had been conducted. A check mark was present for each day. However the actual condition of the outdoor backyard was not in compliance (see comment above) and not in congruence with the record.

• 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.

• 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. Four children in care did not have a record of immunization status on file.