West End Kids Care

• 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. Licensing observed expired medication for a child who has asthma. Licensing was informed that a child has been prescribed an epi-pen, "just in case" yet it was not present in the child's bag nor was there one available at the 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. Some care plans were compiled in 2024. As discussed with the Manager, care plans are to be renewed on an annual basis. Care plans are required for two children in care.

• 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. Licensing observed the last fire drill documented as occurring on May 21 2024. This date is also documented as when the last annual emergency preparedness drill was practiced.

• 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: * first and second bathroom sinks have cracked porcelain and may break further, especially the sink located in the first bathroom * a wall located in the first bathroom, behind the diaper change table is in need of repair and re-painting * deep clean is needed of the kitchen appliances as they were visibly soiled Please continue to monitor the TV electrical cord in the second room when the room is used by the children. During today's inspection, the Manager tucked it way.

• 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. Inspected by LO - In Training LA. Licensing observed the emergency preparedness supplies in place except for food and water. A discussion was held with the staff who confirmed that food and water supplies were recently available however they could not be located during the inspection.

• 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. LO - In Training LA observed a record demonstrating monthly fire drills however, no records were found for May to August 2024. Licensing inquired whether the program was operating during those months and the staff confirmed that it was. A discussion was held to clarify that monthly fire drills are required whenever a program is in operation under the facility's licence. The emergency preparedness drill was practiced and recorded for 2024, however staff stated they did not bring their emergency supplies or follow the emergency drill as outlined in their emergency plan.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• 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 observed a logbook available for documenting minor injuries, illnesses and unexpected events and included various dates however does not reflect the typical amount of minor incidents one would expect for this category of care. Ongoing and frequent daily documentation is important. (Inspected by LO - IT AX.)

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 the following: * loose cords present in the smaller room - dangling from a television unit * microwave / oven stacked in the smaller room - precariously on a table / counter * caulking is missing or peeling away from the bases of the toilets

• 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. A logbook is available for the purpose of documenting minor incidents, illnesses and unexpected events. However, the last entry was from November 2021.

• 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 emergency preparedness drill has not occurred in the last year. The last date it was documented as occurring was May 26 2021.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical

  Maintenance of Equipment: A log is kept of all inspections, maintenance and repairs. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. A discussion was held about daily outside play space inspections and how they are implemented. The Manager stated that staff were previously unaware that they had to conduct and document inspections every time they used the outdoor play grounds. The Manager stated that they have met with staff and discussed this issue further. The Manager has stated that they will be continuously checking in to ensure the inspection checklists are implemented as required.

• 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. Licensing observed no validation / verification on-file for an employee's ECE certificate as noted previously on the last inspection report.

• STAFFING / Continuing health of employeesNon-critical

  There is evidence of employees' continued compliance with the Province's immunization and tuberculosis control programs. [CCLR Sec 21(1)]

  Observation. Licensing observed no current record of staff COVID-19 vaccination status' 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. Licensing observed no validation / verification on-file for an employee's ECE certificate.