WEST Village Children's Centre - Under 3 Program - Group Child Care (Under 36 Months)

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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. All construction appears to have resulted in solid stable structures with rounded edges and smoothed surfaces. The infant outside play space hut has a gap that measures approximately 6 inches and is located underneath the bench. Where bushes have died off, there is a large space where there is no fencing to separate the infant and toddler outside play spaces.

• 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 Licensee plans to replace the play houses which have a significant amount of rot. Temporary fencing is around these structures to prevent children's access. The fencing located around the toddler play house has been secured. Licensing observed wood rot on the top of the posts for the toddler's outside climber. A plastic cap has been installed on one of the posts. Licensing advises that a measure be implemented for the other post(s) as well.

• 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. Licensing observed several entries specific to minor injuries that were documented as providing notification to families after some delay. After discussing this with the Manager, Licensing was informed that a conversation with the Educators will occur so as to provide immediate notification to families whenever their children are injured.

• 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 new plantings in place in the outside play spaces. Temporary fencing is available to protect them until they are well established. Bushes have been trimmed to address pointed branches. The Licensee plans to replace the play houses which have a significant amount of rot. Temporary fencing is around these structures to prevent children's access. The fencing located around the toddler play house has somewhat disengaged. This was brought to the attention of the Manager so that it can be refastened.

• 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 Officer observed the following: * loose ceiling panels in laundry room * missing ceiling panel in toddlers' nap cot storage room Licensing recommends that the ceiling panels be returned into place. Fridge temperature = 3.5'C, good! Soap / water spray bottles are available for cleaning surfaces. A product, Unitab, is used for disinfecting surfaces. Please confirm that it is being applied as per the manufacturer's directions. Licensing Officer was informed that over the summer months there was a problem with the irrigation system and that it resulted in trees and bushes having died off. Bushes with pointed branch ends were observed in close proximity to children's sand play area. Due to the height, proximity and condition of the bushes as well as the age of these young toddlers, a possible injury could occur.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Hazardous Objects and SubstancesNon-critical

  Hazardous objects and substances are inaccessible to children. [CCLR Sec 17]

  Observation. Licensing Officer observed a baby monitor with cord was located on the floor and in close proximity to cribs (infant sleep room) - these two cribs did not have their wheels locked into place; child may gain access to the cord. The Manager informed that the cribs' wheels can be locked and arrangements to have the monitor stored on a shelf are considerations to address this matter. Licensing Officer observed the cord for an iPad dangling and accessible to children (toddler activity space). (Addressed during 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 Officer observed a large glass panel shattered. It is part of the perimeter barrier. A gap was observed located between the temporary fencing and the children's climber.

• 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 Officer observed the following: * arbour: base of wooden posts with rot * wooden decking: rot observed

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

  A healthy and safe environment is provided at all times [CCLR Sec. 13(1)].

  Observation. Today's inspection revealed long blind chains throughout the facility. The LO was not able to able to inspect the cords in the naps rooms as children were sleeping. As discussed with the Manager these chains must be secured adequately to prevent head entrapment.