The Junction Children's Centre - 3 to 5 Program

• 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 extinguishers have not been inspected and tested annually by an authorized fire protection professional as required by BC fire Code Section 6.2. The annual service date was March 7, 2026. Licensing was informed by the manager that they had already send a request to maintenance.

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. LO observed a child with their parent arriving and accessing the program's inside space via the outside play space. LO observed no construction equipment or materials present in the outside play space. No workers were present either. An inspection was conducted of the outside climbing structure, another wooden structure as well as the wooden pathway positioned between the main sand play area and a structure. It appears that the work is complete. A discussion occurred with the Manager who informed that the workers and equipment / materials were removed yesterday. The Manager informed that she was told by her supervisor that the children are permitted to play in the outside play space and did so yesterday afternoon. LO asked that information be provided to Licensing as to whether the construction work is complete at which time Licensing will inform if the children may resume playing in the outside play space.

• LICENSING / Continuing duty to informNon-critical

  Structural changes have been approved by Licensing. [CCLR Sec. 10(2)]

  Observation. Licensing was not informed about the construction taking place in the outdoor space.

• 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: A diaper changing mat in the washroom starting to rip in the corner with visible dirt and stains. Pieces of paper on the washroom floor Pooled water around the washroom sinks A soiled toilet A couch without a sitting pad and with visible stains on the upholstery at the back Pants, jackets, hoodies, shoes on the floor by the cubby area posing tripping hazards Carpets stained and with visible dirt

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

  Furniture or equipment used for sleeping is not clean and/or comfortable. [CCLR Sec. 15(2)(b)]

  Observation. Licensing observed bedding piled in the carpet in the middle of the nap room, and cots touching.

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

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

  Observation. Licensing observed a play structure the outdoor play space, cordoned with caution tape, where two individuals who are not staff and are unknown to the program using power tools near the children. In addition Licensing observed a loose wood fence reclined on the window and pooled water and dirt on a blue circular table accessible to the children in care

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• 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 an Educator, while wearing their mittens, assisting a child with their runny nose. Licensing observed an Educator use a tissue to wipe their nose and without cleaning / sanitizing their hands after.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• MEDICATION / MedicationNon-critical

  Medications that staff have agreed to administer are readily accessible to staff and are administered in the correct dosage at the correct times. [CCLR Sec. 53(1)]

  Observation. An epi-pen was stored in one of two backpacks. During today's inspection, these backpacks were located in the cubby room, up high on hooks. There is no indication on the backpacks as to which one stores the epi-pen. Because an epi-pen is considered life-saving medication, it is important that it be present wherever the child is. The child who requires this epi-pen was outside for play while the backpack remained inside.

• 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. Kitchen counter shows wear to its surface. Sealant around kitchen sink is no longer in place - food debris observed under lip of kitchen sink. The janitor's tub was clogged and maintenance person was trying to fix the situation.

• 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. Observed standing water present near the sand play area.

• 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 Officer was informed that the emergency preparedness supplies were last reviewed some time this last summer. On inspection, Licensing Officer observed that the drinking water expired in February 2021 and the food rations expired in August 2021.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Notification of illness or injuryNon-critical

  Parents or emergency contacts are immediately notified if a child is involved in, or may have been involved in, a reportable incident described in Schedule H or becomes ill or injured. [CCLR Sec. 55(1)(a)(b)]

  Observation. As documented by staff, some injuries were not reported to parents immediately, rather parents were informed at the end of the day during pick-up time. Documenting the time when parents are notified of children's injuries is good practice.

• 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. A record demonstrates that monthly fire drills are occurring. When discussing the annual emergency preparedness drill, Licensing Officer learned that staff practiced this drill after hours during a staff meeting. Licensing Officer was also informed that no practice evacuation has occurred where children, staff and supplies relocate to the indicated location as per the evacuation procedures.