Portside YMCA Child Care

• 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: - The garden pathway surrounding the sandbox requires thorough clearing, maintenance, and re-seeding of grass. The protective landscape fabric under the glass panel has become exposed, creating an uneven surface that requires cleaning and repair. - The sandbox sand level is significantly low, causing the underlying landscape fabric to become exposed and creating a potential play hazard. - The tree adjacent to the sandbox has died, leaving the area without adequate shade. This issue was noted during the previous inspection. While management stated a shade sail would be provided, however no sun protection has been provided at today's inspection, leaving children to play in the sandbox under direct sunlight. - The water hose outlet located next to the sandbox was found unlocked and accessible to children. - Adequate protective wood chip surfacing must be distributed around under the slide to ensure falling risk. - A section of the artificial turf is no longer intact, creating a gap that poses a direct tripping hazard to children. - A playground bench is broken and missing one wooden plank. - Visible mold growth accompanied by a musty odor was observed on the shelving within the outdoor storage shed. While this area is restricted from children's direct access, however the staff uses this space to store outdoor toys, sensory table, and emergency supplies etc. Storing these items in a contaminated environment introduces a potential health risk to the children who interact with them. Area to be monitor: Structural gaps / cracks have developed in several wooden posts and logs. These gaps must be monitored closely; any increase in gap size will create a potential finger-pinching hazard for children.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Care PlansNon-critical

  For each child requiring extra support, the licensee keeps a current care plan showing the required information. [CCLR Sec. 58(1)(2)]

  Observation. One child care plan was identified as incomplete - an outdated medication expiration date that had not been updated.

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 that one toilet in the children's washroom is no longer in good repair. As per the information provided by the Manager, a work order has been submitted for the replacement of the toilet.

• 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 there is insufficient woodchip protective surfacing around the slide and climber in the playground area. This is poses the risk of injury from falls.

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

  Design: Equipment is placed to reduce direct exposure to sun. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. Licensing observe that the tree next to the sandbox has died, leaving the area devoid of shade for the children playing in the sandbox. This is poses heat stroke risk for children whom playing and exposed to direct sunlight during hot weather.

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 a gate on the 3-5 side outdoor playground has a broken latch and could potentially pose a safety risk.

• 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 observed that the fire extinguisher required a service as of 2023/05/02.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.