197410742-10-3-2019-30-CC-VWHY-BGLSFY-20191003135108

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197410742
Report Date: 10/03/2019
Date Signed: 10/03/2019 01:51:24 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:	HANDS ON FUN PRESCHOOL		FACILITY NUMBER:	197410742
ADMINISTRATOR:	DAWN SPECIALE		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	1511 TORRANCE BLVD.		TELEPHONE:	(310) 618-2085
CITY:	TORRANCE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90501
CAPACITY:	26	CENSUS: 8	DATE:	10/03/2019
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Required	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	10:15 AM
MET WITH:	Dawn Speciale		TIME COMPLETED:	12:00 PM

NARRATIVE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), V. Wheatley conducted a required inspection and met with the director Dawn Speciale at 10:30am. LPA observed 8 preschool children inside the classroom and supervised by three teachers. LPA toured and inspected the preschool in accordance with the facility sketch. Furniture and equipment was inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. The telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation is adequate. The facility has central heating and air condition. There are cubbies for children's belongings. There is a first aid kit on the premises. LPA observed age appropriate toys and educational materials. There are napping cots and bedding. The bedding is stored in the children's cubbies. Drinking water is available to freely drink. The electrical outlets are all covered and inaccessible. There are trash bins with lids. A review of medication policy indicated that there is no medication administered and no Incidental Medical Services at this time. The licensee understands a written plan must be submitted to the department should children receive I.M.S. Children are inspected for illnesses as they arrive. There is a separate area for isolation and care of ill children. There is a cot available for each ill child. LPA inspected the restrooms. The toilets and faucets were inspected and are functioning properly. The toilets and sinks are age appropriate. There is toilet paper, soap and paper towels in each restroom. The water temperature is appropriate.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Sharalyn Jenkins-Sweeten	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3054
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Wheatley	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3051
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/03/2019

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/03/2019

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: HANDS ON FUN PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 197410742
	VISIT DATE: 10/03/2019

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There is a fully equipped kitchen however the children bring their lunches. The staff provide breakfast, snack and afternoon snacks from two food groups. The snack menu is posted. The children allergies are posted in the classroom and kitchen. The food is stored properly and the chemicals are kept separate from the food. LPA observed 1% milk. The cabinet used for refrigerator and microwave are kept locked at all times.

Outdoor equipment was inspected for health, safety, cushioning material, good material, good repair and age appropriateness. LPA observed several age appropriate toys and equipment. The preschool children have a separate yard from the infants. The drinking water is brought outside. There is a shaded area for rest. There are no bodies of water on the premises. The staff were reminded to empty the water table after each use.

Teacher child ratios were observed and staff names recorded. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Staff was questioned to establish their familiarity of emergency reporting requirements, emergency disaster plans and other site operations. Personal rights of children were discussed. A fire drill and earthquake drill are held every month and logged. Staff were reminded children are to be supervised at all times. The children are transported as needed with the parent's permission.

Sign in and out sheets were reviewed. Children and staff records were reviewed and are complete. Immunization records are to be obtained from parents prior to a child being left with provider. Immunization records shall be kept on blue cards from the local health department. The teachers have required immunizations.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Sharalyn Jenkins-Sweeten	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3054
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Wheatley	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3051
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/03/2019

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/03/2019

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: HANDS ON FUN PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 197410742
	VISIT DATE: 10/03/2019

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Children and staff records were reviewed at 11:30am. Licensee and staff have completed the Mandated Child Abuse Training. All of the staff have required immunization records. The licensee states she has been receiving and reviewing Child Care Quarterly Updates. The licensee's CPR and first aid has expired and there are no records of the staff current CPR/first aid.

Licensee was reminded about Sleep brochures regarding infants sleeping on their backs. Additional forms may be obtained at the department's website www.ccld.ca.gov.
The required documents are posted on the parent board. The children's roster is accessible.

Exit interview

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Sharalyn Jenkins-Sweeten	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3054
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Wheatley	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3051
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/03/2019

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/03/2019

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: HANDS ON FUN PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 197410742
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 10/03/2019

Deficiency Type POC Due Date / Section Number	DEFICIENCIES		PLAN OF CORRECTIONS(POCs)
Type B 10/10/2019 Section Cited	1 2 3 4 5 6 7	Personnel Requirements-At least one staff member who is trained in pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and pediatric first aid pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866 shall be present when children are at the child care center or offsite for center activities.LPA reviewed staff records and did not observe current CPR or first aid for the licensee or staff present. This is a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care.
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Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Sharalyn Jenkins-Sweeten	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3054
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Wheatley	TELEPHONE: (424) 301-3051
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/03/2019

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/03/2019

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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