Vancouver Hebrew Academy

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. LO observed the program at the end of the day, cube chairs were stacked on the tables while children were in the room during free play. While there were no children playing near this area, it is concerning that children do not have access to tables and that there is an increased risk of injury.

• 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. There was a notation in the facility log book that outlines a parent requesting that staff call 911 as there was a medical issue over the weekend. Discussion with Manager and staff, that this would require a care plan to be posted and ensure all staff are notified immediately. Staff explained that the child went home that morning and has not returned since. Manager stated that they will ensure a care plan is in place prior to child returning. LO also discussed concern that when a staff was asked about a location for child's (different child) epi pen, the staff stated they were not sure and asked the other staff about it. It is important that all staff are knowledgeable and trained in all aspects of all children's care.

• 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 canned food in the emergency supplies had expired September 1, 2024.

• 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 was missing a record of immunization status.

• 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 manager did not have the following documentation on file: - documentation of immunization status.

• LICENSING / Posting and Advertising of License and CertificateNon-critical

  The licence is displayed in a prominent place in the facility, including any terms or conditions of the licence, and including the name of the manager. [CCLR Sec. 11(1)(2); CCALA Sec.7(c)]

  Observation. The License has appointed a new manager for the facility but has not informed licensing. The licence that is posted in the facility has the name of the previous manager who is no longer at the facility.

• 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 large patio umbrella with metal base lying in the Fibar 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 observed that the canned food in the emergency supplies had expired September 1, 2024.

• 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 was due for servicing on September 6, 2024.

• 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. Three children were missing a record 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. Two children were missing parental consent to call a medical practitioner or ambulance in case of accident or illness.

• 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 manager did not have the following documentation on file: - references - resume - documentation of immunization status.

• 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 black landscape fabric under the Fibar was sticking out in one place and posed a risk of tripping. Sand levels in the sandbox were very low.

• 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 reviewed eight child records. Two children were missing an immunization 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. One child did not have written parental authorization to release the child to someone other than the parent.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility as an educator or an assistant unless the person holds a certificate issued under Division 2 [Employee Qualifications], which must be verified by the licensee using a system established and maintained by the director of the early childhood educator registry [CCLR Sec. 19(4)(a)]

  Observation. One ECE certificate had not been verified. Verification can be obtained at the following link: https://earlychildhoodeducator.gov.bc.ca/Public/CertAndRenewal/Certificate_Validation.aspx

• 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)]; Copies of any diplomas, certificates or other evidence of the person's training and skills have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(d)]; Records of staff's work histories have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(c)]

  Observation. Staff documentation was incomplete.

• 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 did not have a care card number on file and three children did not have an immunization record on file.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility as an educator or an assistant unless the person holds a certificate issued under Division 2 [Employee Qualifications], which must be verified by the licensee using a system established and maintained by the director of the early childhood educator registry [CCLR Sec. 19(4)(a)]

  Observation. One staff's certificate had not been verified with the ECE Registry.

• STAFFING / Community Care Facility RecordsNon-critical

  The licensee keeps current records of each employee as required under Sec. 19(1). [CCLR Sec.56(b)]

  Observation. One staff was missing the following records: immunization status criminal record clearance letter.

• 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 dirty water table. Sand levels in the sand box are getting low, it is recommended to top off the sand in the sand box.

• 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 in the adjacent outdoor play space: 1) Ribbon tied around the stair railings that posed a strangulation hazard. Staff stated the ribbon was tied around the railing to prevent children form climbing the railing. 2) The black landscape fabric under the Fibar was sticking out in one place and posed a risk of tripping. Licensing observed the following in the large schoolground play space: 3) Fibar under the swings had dispersed showing the black landscape fabric underneath.

• 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. Licensing asked staff for the log book of minor incidents. Staff was unable to locate the 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. At least one child was missing emergency consent to call a medical practitioner or ambulance. Staff was unable to locate emergency consent cards in the childcare room. It is recommended to keep emergency consent cards in the childcare room in a place they can be easily retrieved from by all staff.

• 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 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. Child records were incomplete. Due to upcoming facility closures and in consultation with the school principle a due date of October 25 was established to complete the missing records.

• 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. Staff records, fire drill records, minor incident log book, emergency consent cards and child records were not kept in a single place an the facility and staff were unable to locate some of the fore mentioned records.

• STAFFING / Community Care Facility RecordsNon-critical

  The licensee keeps current records of each employee as required under Sec. 19(1). [CCLR Sec.56(b)]

  Observation. One substitute staff was present at the facility. The staff's file contained a resume but was missing the following documentation: -references -evidence of compliance with the provinces immunization program -criminal record clearance -copies of any diplomas, certificates or evidence of the person's training and skills.

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. The following was observed on October 8, 2021 that remains outstanding: 1) Narrow cupboards with shelves that were placed against the wall. The cupboards appeared quite wobbly and presented a tipping hazard. 2) A broken lock on the kitchen gate.

• 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. The following was observed on October 8, 2021 that remains outstanding: The earthquake supplies contained food items with 2019 and 2021 expiration dates.

• 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. The following was observed on October 8, 2021 that remains outstanding: A second child in care is being supported with strategies that are additional to, or distinct from, those provided to other children; a care plan has not been developed and implemented for this child. The manager stated that a care plan meeting has been set for November 17, 2021.

• 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. The following was observed on October 8, 2021 that remains outstanding: Some children did not have emergency consent forms on file.

• 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 following was observed on October 8, 2021 that remains outstanding: A BI is present in the classroom from 9:00-11:30 three mornings a week to support a child. The Licensee has not obtained a criminal record check for the BI. A criminal record check has been applied for and the centre is waiting for the clearance letter to come in.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility as an educator or an assistant unless the person holds a certificate issued under Division 2 [Employee Qualifications], which must be verified by the licensee using a system established and maintained by the director of the early childhood educator registry [CCLR Sec. 19(4)(a)]

  Observation. One ECEA verification remains outstanding.

• 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. The following was observed: 1) Narrow cupboards with shelves that were placed against the wall. The cupboards appeared quite wobbly and presented a tipping hazard. 2) A loose non slip metal strip located on the stairs leading to the playground that posed a tripping hazard. 3) A broken lock on the kitchen gate.

• 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. The earthquake supplies contained food items with 2019 and 2021 expiration dates.

• 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 in care has a current care plan in place. A second child in care is being supported with strategies that are additional to, or distinct from, those provided to other children; a care plan has not been developed and implemented for this child. A discussion was held with the manager regarding legislative requirements and care plans. Information is attached to this report.

• 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. Some children did not have emergency consent forms on file.

• 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)]

• 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. A BI is present in the classroom from 9:00-11:30 three mornings a week to support a child. The Licensee has not obtained a criminal record check for the BI.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility as an educator or an assistant unless the person holds a certificate issued under Division 2 [Employee Qualifications], which must be verified by the licensee using a system established and maintained by the director of the early childhood educator registry [CCLR Sec. 19(4)(a)]

  Observation. ECE and ECEA certificates had not been verified.

• 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. All staff had expired first aid certificates. They are scheduled to take their first aid training on Pro D day October 22, 2021. Licensing inquired what the plan was from now until October 21, 2021 if a child would be in need of first aid. The program manager stated that they would rely on their current knowledge and that if needed the Kindergarten teacher would assist. The Kindergarten classroom is directly connected to the daycare room by means of a door.