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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197407904
Report Date: 01/28/2020
Date Signed: 01/28/2020 01:27:00 PM

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME:BEACH BABIES #2FACILITY NUMBER:
197407904
ADMINISTRATOR:LAURIE MARSDENFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:1765/1775 ARTESIA BLVD.TELEPHONE:
(310) 376-9533
CITY:MANHATTAN BEACHSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90266
CAPACITY:48CENSUS: 43DATE:
01/28/2020
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
12:37 PM
MET WITH:Laurie Marsden - DirectorTIME COMPLETED:
01:40 PM
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On 1/28/2020, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Helen Estrella conducted an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct a 1-year required inspection. Upon arrival, LPA met with the Director Laurie Marsden and informed the nature of the visit. LPA confirmed with the Director that all adults present at the facility have obtained a criminal record clearance and/or exemption and appear to be associated to the facility. LPA was guided on a tour of the facility.

The facility has four 4 infant rooms and one 1 napping room with an infant play yard. LPA observed a total census of 43 infants being supervised by total of 15 staff and Director and Assistant Director. The following supervision of infant to adult ratio were as follow: Sand Dollar #1: 9 infants with 3 staff; San Dollar #2: 9 infants with 3 staff; Angelfish #1: 4 infants with 2 staff; Angelfish #2: 18 infants with 5 staff.

LPA did not observe baby walkers on the premises. Sanitary solution, disinfectants are out of reach of children. Changing tables have at least a 1-inch-thick padding covered with washable vinyl or plastic. Sides are raised to a minimum of 3 inches. Changing table is within an arm's reach of a hand washing station. Furniture and equipment appear age appropriate and in good repair. Infant feeding area is age appropriate and tables have broad based legs. Caregivers observed to wash hands prior and after each feeding and diaper changes. Toys are found to be safe with no sharp edges, splinter or points. There are no small parts that can be pulled off and swallowed. Cots are available for all infants who are able to climb out of a crib. Sleeping pens are available for each infant. Bedding is separately identified and stored for each infant. Placement of playpen and cots allow for entry to/exit from the napping space. Food was observed to be labeled accordingly.

Outdoor equipment was inspected for health, safety, cushioning material, good material, good repair and age appropriateness. There are several play areas within the playground. There are areas for shade and rest. Drinking water is available. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water. There are no bodies of water.
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jennie FerreiraTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3073
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Helen EstrellaTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3073
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/28/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/28/2020
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.
LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: BEACH BABIES #2
FACILITY NUMBER: 197407904
VISIT DATE: 01/28/2020
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LPA observed staff records to contain appropriate documentation of education credits. At least one person was observed to be trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid valid through 8/16/2021. Director has Mandated Reporter training completed on 1/27/2020. LPA observed the required postings. Classroom has one or more functioning carbon monoxide detector and smoke detector that meet statutory requirements. Licensee was observed to be operating within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license.

This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226.The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.html.

The following was discussed with the Licensee:
Licensee was reminded that all infants must be placed on their backs when sleeping to prevent S.I.D.S. (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome), and that the Provider is required to wash hands after every diaper change and to never shake a baby to prevent the Shaken Baby Syndrome. Licensee was also reminded that only children eating may be in high chairs and that car seats are utilized only for transportation.

The licensee was also recommended the following safe sleep practices: always place infants on their backs for sleeping; use only a tight-fitting sheet on the crib or play yard mattress; do not hang any items from the crib or above the crib; keep all items, including blankets, out of the crib or play yard; pacifiers may be used as long as they do not have items attached to them; infants should not be swaddled or have any items covering them while sleeping; the temperature of the room should be comfortable enough for an adult to wear a t-shirt and not be too hot or too cold. Please note, these guidelines are recommendations for best practices only, until regulations are approved and adopted.

The facility was observe to operate within substantial compliance. A copy of this report, Notice of Site Visit was provided to the licensee. An exit interview conducted.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jennie FerreiraTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3073
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Helen EstrellaTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3073
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/28/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/28/2020
LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)
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