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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197415651
Report Date: 08/25/2022
Date Signed: 08/25/2022 03:32:04 PM


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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 #3FACILITY NUMBER:
197415651
ADMINISTRATOR:DENISE TYNERFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:2161 EAST GRAND AVENUETELEPHONE:
(310) 322-8900
CITY:EL SEGUNDOSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90245
CAPACITY:48CENSUS: DATE:
08/25/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
10:56 AM
MET WITH:Christie Komula CoblonTIME COMPLETED:
03:30 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Doris Whitmore met with Christie Komula for the purpose of an unannounced Annual Random inspection. Infant Care hours are from 7am to 6pm Monday through Friday. Upon arriving at the Infant facility LPA’ observed 38 infants being supervised in 2 classrooms. LPA observed sign/sign out sheets in each classroom. Facility is operating within capacity limitations.

LPA Whitmore toured the facility, all identified rooms per facility sketch were inspected, the following was observed. A walk through of the infant programs was conducted, infant rooms were found to be clean and free from any potential hazards. LPA observed age-appropriate toys in each classroom. Toys were inspected for safety, no loose parts, sharp edges or splinters. LPA observed infant changing stations to be in sanitary condition, sinks attached, available storage and equipped with 1-inch-thick washable padding. No highchairs were observed, facility use infant feeding tables for feeding infants and activities. LPA observed separate sleeping area for infants with sufficient infant cribs in sleeping room. Mats are available for infants able to crawl out of cribs. All cribs were inspected and found in good repair, free of any hazards, and with adequate space allowing for entry/exit from napping space. Each crib, mat or cot is occupied by only one infant at a time and cribs are kept free from all loose articles including blankets and pillows and there are no objects hanging above or attached to the crib. Infants are not swaddled while in care. Staff physically checks on sleeping infants every fifteen minutes. Documentation for infants up to 12 months including sleeping position. Individual Infant Sleeping Plan is completed and in file for each infant up to 12 months of age. Infants up to12 months are placed on their back for sleeping. Staff-infant ratio requirements are being met while infants are sleeping. Upon entry to the classrooms LPA observed a small kitchen area (separated by a pony wall) and inaccessible to children. LPA observed food preparation area equipped with bottle warmers, clean storage area, and free of litter. LPA observed labeled trays with infants’ food in refrigerator. LPA observed Furniture was found to be in good repair and age appropriate. No baby walkers and bouncers are on the premises. There is adequate heating, lighting and ventilation. Drinking water is readily available in the classroom
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia EscobedoTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3044
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Doris WhitmoreTELEPHONE: 424-301-3029
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/25/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 08/25/2022
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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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 #3
FACILITY NUMBER: 197415651
VISIT DATE: 08/25/2022
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Infants have individual cubbies for diaper and extra clothes storage. Infant Daily logs are used for daily communication with parents. Director states that the isolation area for sick infants is located in the Director's office. Parents are notified when an infant is sick or ill.
All Cleaning supplies are out of reach to the children and is stored separately in classroom.

Inspection of the outdoor play area was conducted. Play equipment was inspected and found in good repair. Infants use separate play area from preschool and toddler programs. Drinking water is readily available for the infants. There is adequate shade for the children in care. Fencing around the perimeter of the play area is at least 4 feet high. Playground is free from miscellaneous debris such as tree branches, trash, leaves. LPA inspected area for hazards, safety and age-appropriate play equipment



LPA reviewed a total of 10 children files and 12 staff files. Children and staff records were reviewed for completeness records were found to be complete. A record of teachers/assistant’s names was check against current facility roster; Staff are currently associated to the facility. LPA observed CPR/First Aid expiration were 08/20/2023. LPA observed Mandated Reporter Training Certificate in staff files which were all current.
The following was discussed with the licensee:
Mandatory Forms for the children’s files and provider’s files, Requirements for fire drills, earthquake drills and documentation for both. Role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were discussed. The licensee was advised how to access forms and Regulations for Family Child Care online at www.ccld.ca.gov . Licensee was made aware that it is their responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. Licensee was advised on how to access quarterly reports, forms, and regulations for Child Care online at www.ccld.ca.gov. The licensee was advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. Licensing must have the facility’s phone number at all times; if the phone number is changed, licensing must be notified. Regulation prohibits the smoking of tobacco on the premises.

State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exer-saucers and any other items that fall into that category.

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.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia EscobedoTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3044
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Doris WhitmoreTELEPHONE: 424-301-3029
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/25/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/25/2022
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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 #3
FACILITY NUMBER: 197415651
VISIT DATE: 08/25/2022
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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.htm. The ADA requires that childcare providers not discriminate against persons with disabilities on the basis of disability, that is, that they provide children and parents with disabilities with an equal opportunity to participate in the child care center's programs and services.

Requirements for fingerprint clearances and associations were discussed with the licensee. Licensee can be cited a civil penalty of $100 per day, up to $500.00 (5 days) for the 1st offense and up to $3000.00 for the 2nd offense within a 12-month period. The licensee was advised of the requirement to report unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation. The "Notification of Parent's Rights" (PUB394) poster must be posted in an area accessible to parents. The information regarding new legislation with regards to exemptions and Parent’s Rights was also discussed.

The director was advised that the Notice of Site Visit must be posted at the entrance of the facility for a period of 30 days. If a serious violation is cited, a copy of the licensing report (LIC809 or LIC9099) must also be posted for 30 days. If these requirements are not met, civil penalties in the amount of $100 per violation will be assessed. Copies of the reports must also be provided to each parent when a serious deficiency, Type A, is cited (LIC9224).
An appeal may be filed, in writing 15 business days from the date of receiving the penalty assessment. As of September 1, 2016, SB 792, prohibits a person from being employed or volunteering at a childcare facility or family day care if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis and measles. LPA discussed the influenza waiver during the visit.

The director was informed of The Child Care Advocate Program (CCAP) that is administered from within the Community Care Licensing Division. CCAP participates in many community activities and special projects in order to disseminate information on the State’s licensing role, provide information to the public and parents on childcare licensing, and provide many other helpful resources to the licensees and the public. CCAP’s direct contact information is as followed: Phone number: (916) 654-1541
Email Address: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia EscobedoTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3044
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Doris WhitmoreTELEPHONE: 424-301-3029
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/25/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/25/2022
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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 #3
FACILITY NUMBER: 197415651
VISIT DATE: 08/25/2022
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Facility Currently provides (IMS) Services For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. 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.htm

AB 1207: Beginning on January 1, 2018, this law requires all licensed providers, applicants, directors and employees to complete training as specified on their mandated reporter duties and to renew their training every two years. Volunteers are encouraged but not required to take the training. Website: www.mandatedreporterca.comSenate Bill 792: this bill, commencing September 1, 2016, prohibits a person from being employed or volunteering at a child care facility or family day care if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis and measles. LPA discussed the influenza waiver during the visit.



New Immunization Requirement: Law enacted by SB 277, beginning January 1, 2016, personal beliefs exemptions will no longer be an option for the vaccines that are currently required for entry into child care or school in California. Personal beliefs exemptions already on file will remain valid until the child reaches the next immunization checkpoint. New Appeal Process: A licensee may file an appeal, in writing 15 business days from the date of receiving the penalty assessment.

Exit Interview was conducted with the Director Christie Komula Conlon there are no deficiencies on 08/24/2022. Notice of Site Visit along with Appeal Rights were given.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia EscobedoTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3044
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Doris WhitmoreTELEPHONE: 424-301-3029
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/25/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/25/2022
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