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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197415689
Report Date: 01/14/2020
Date Signed: 01/14/2020 04:02:56 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:PLAYHOUSE PRESCHOOLFACILITY NUMBER:
197415689
ADMINISTRATOR:PERERA, SHIRANIFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:526 S. IRENA AVENUETELEPHONE:
(310) 316-8449
CITY:REDONDO BEACHSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90277
CAPACITY:12CENSUS: 10DATE:
01/14/2020
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
01:54 PM
MET WITH:Shirani Perera - LicenseeTIME COMPLETED:
03:21 PM
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On 1/14/2020, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Helen Estrella conducted an unannounced visit to the child care center for the purpose of an annual/random inspection. Upon arrival, LPA met with site supervisor Dimuthu Ratnasekare and informed the nature of the inspection. The licensee arrived to the facility 15 minutes later. LPA was guided on a tour of the facility (inside and outside). LPA confirmed with the licensee that all adults obtained a criminal record clearance and/or exemption and are associated to the facility.

LPA observed care being provided in rear classroom that is located adjacent to the preschool. LPA observed 10 infants being supervised by 3 infant teachers during the inspection. There is a ratio of one teacher for every four infants in attendance. Sign in/out sheets match census of children in care. There were no baby walkers on the premises. Disinfectants, toxins and sanitary solution (bleach solution) observed out of reach to infants in care. LPA observed changing table has at least 1-inch thick padding covered in washable vinyl material. The sides are raised to a minimum of 3 inches. Changing table is within an arm's reach of a sink.
LPA observed furniture and equipment was age appropriate and in good repair. 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. Mats are available for all infants who are able to climb out of a crib. Cribs or other appropriate napping equipment is available for each crib age infant. Bedding is separately identified and stored for each infant. Placement of cribs and mats allow for entry to/exit from the napping space. LPA did not observe bottles, containers of food brought by the infant's authorized representative to be labeled with the infant's name and the current date. LPA observe trash cans throughout the facility missing lids.

Outdoor play space and equipment was inspected for health, safety, cushioning material, good material, good repair and age appropriateness. There are several play areas within the playground. The infant yard is separated from the preschool yard. There are areas for shade and rest. Drinking water observed to be available. Play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water. There are no bodies of water.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jennie FerreiraTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3073
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Helen EstrellaTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3073
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/14/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/14/2020
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: PLAYHOUSE PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197415689
VISIT DATE: 01/14/2020
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LPA reviewed children's record and appear complete with required licensing documents. At least one person was observed to be trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid. LPA observed the required licensing 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.

The following was discussed with the licensee:
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.

Requirements for disaster drills and mandatory documentation for both children and staff files were discussed. Role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were discussed. The licensee was advised how to access forms and Regulations for Child Care Center 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 Center 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.

Assembly Bill 1207: California Child Care Workers; Mandated Training Requirement. Beginning January 1, 2018, all licensed providers, applicants, directors and employees must complete Mandated Reported Training prior to March 30, 2018 and renew training every two years at: www.mandatedreporterca.com.

The facility was cited Type B deficiencies during today's inspection. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report along with the Notice of Site Visit were provided to Shirani Perera, Licensee.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Jennie FerreiraTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3073
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Helen EstrellaTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3073
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/14/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/14/2020
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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: PLAYHOUSE PRESCHOOL
FACILITY NUMBER: 197415689
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 01/14/2020
Deficiency Type
POC Due Date /
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DEFICIENCIES
PLAN OF CORRECTIONS(POCs)
Type B
01/21/2020
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Infant Care Food Service. Bottles, dishes and containers of food brought by the infant's authorized representative shall be labeled with the infant's name and the current date.
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This requirement is not met as evidenced by LPA inspection that bottles, dishes and containers of food brought by child's authorized representative did not have label of child's name and current date.
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Type B
01/21/2020
Section Cited

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Fixtures, Furniture, Equipment. All containers used for storage of solid wastes, including moveable bins, shall have a tightfitting cover that is kept on; shall be in good repair; shall be leakproof and rodent-proof.
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This requirement is not met as evidenced by LPA did not observe trash can lids inside and outside with tight-fit lids.
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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: Jennie FerreiraTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3073
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Helen EstrellaTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3073
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/14/2020
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/14/2020
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