Protot House Inc.

• 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 water in the emergency kit has expired.

• 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. The Licensees criminal record check has expired.

• 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: Lysol wipes on the kitchen counter and on top of a toy cupboard. The Lysol wipes were put out of children's reach at the time of inspection. Cleaners in a cabinet under the bathroom sink. The cabinet had a latch that appeared broken. The Licensee fixed the latch and secured the cabinet during the inspection. Batteries and small tools in an unlocked kitchen drawer.

• 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 one worn deck board that was splintered, rotten and loose at the end and in need of replacement.

• 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 a large plastic container holding blocks. The container had broken sides exposing sharp plastic edges.

• 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. All emergency food was expired.

• 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 had a criminal record check in the name of another facility. It is the Licensee's legislative responsibility to obtain a criminal record check in the name of their own facility.

• 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. 1) Licensing observed one child in care that required an Epi Pen. The Epi Pen was present but no anaphylaxis care plan documentation was present. 2) The anaphylaxis care plan for another child had been updated to no longer include the use of antihistamine. The Licensee discussed this VCH recommendation with the parent and returned the Claritin.

• 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 officer observed 10 children in care. The facility has a maximum capacity of 8 children. A review of sign in and out records revealed that the facility has had 9, 10 or 11 children attend on a regular basis since April 2023. For example in July there were at least 17 days the facility was over capacity and in June there were at least 10 days the facility was over capacity.

• 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 very limited food and water supplies present to be self sufficient for a period of time, recommended 72 hours.

• 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. Licensing observed 2 anaphylaxis care plans in plans. One care plan had Claritin as the first line of defence and Epi Pen when breathing difficulties occur. The following was discussed with the Licensee: The Epi Pen is the first line medication which should be used for the emergency management of a child having a potentially life-threatening allergic reaction. The course of an anaphylactic episode cannot be predicted. Claritin should not be used instead of epinephrine for treating anaphylaxis. Vancouver Coastal Health strongly recommends antihistamines not be part of the child’s anaphylaxis emergency plan.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records Must Be AvailableNon-critical

  All records referred to in CCLR sections 56 to 58 are kept in a single place at the facility. [CCLR Sec. 59(a)]

  Observation. Some child records and staff records were not kept at the facility.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  Evidence of compliance with the Province's immunization and tuberculosis control programs has not been obtained. [CCLR Sec.19(1)(b)]; Character references have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec.19(1)(b)]

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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

  Design: Safety zones are provided under and around equipment to allow for the safe and proper use of the equipment, with adequate space for entering and exiting. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. Licensing officer observed a low climber that had one corner in close proximity to the stone garden bed edging.

• STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

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