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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191802070
Report Date: 07/26/2022
Date Signed: 07/26/2022 02:58:04 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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754



FACILITY NAME:LYRIC PRE-SCHOOL & KINDERGARTENFACILITY NUMBER:
191802070
ADMINISTRATOR:TOM, CURTISFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:2328 HYPERION AVE.TELEPHONE:
(323) 667-2275
CITY:LOS ANGELESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90027
CAPACITY:43CENSUS: 19DATE:
07/26/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
12:32 PM
MET WITH:Kyong-Chu Yu, Assistant DirectorTIME COMPLETED:
03:10 PM
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On 06/10/2022 at 10:23AM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Monique Ayala and Veronica Martinez-Garz conducted an unannounced required 1 year inspection. LPAs met with Assistant director, who guided the LPAs on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool age program licensed for 43 children which operates Monday through Friday from 8:00AM to 5:00PM. Per the assistant director there are 25 children enrolled.

The following classrooms were inspected: teddy bear room: 9 children; sunshine room: 10 children. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded on LIC859. All children were observed to be under supervision, including visual supervision. Licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license.

The classroom furniture and equipment was inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. All toilets and washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free.

The facility does not provide any food for the children in care but does provide water. Parents provide all meals for children in care. Food is stored in day care children’s backpacks/lunch boxes.

LPAs observed that there are functioning smoke and carbon detectors in the facility. LPAs observed a fully charged and serviced fire extinguisher. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted on 10/20/2021. LPAs did not observe tight fitted lids on trash cans.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique Jessica AyalaTELEPHONE: 323-981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/26/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/26/2022
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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: LYRIC PRE-SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN
FACILITY NUMBER: 191802070
VISIT DATE: 07/26/2022
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Outdoor playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard.

Sign in and out sheets were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. LPAs reviewed staff records, staff files were not complete and required licensing forms and training were missing (Mandated reporter, Immunization records and Education verification/transcripts).

Children’s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. Children's were observed to be missing, Immunization records and Physicians Reports. Criminal Records Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation was reviewed. CPR/First Aid expires on 02/04/2024.

SB792 (Immunization Requirements for Staff and Employees) was discussed with the Director. The Director and staff do currently have immunization documentation.

AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting – On or before March 30, 2018 any person who works in a child care facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers.


Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. 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

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique Jessica AyalaTELEPHONE: 323-981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/26/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/26/2022
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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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: LYRIC PRE-SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN
FACILITY NUMBER: 191802070
VISIT DATE: 07/26/2022
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(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

LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov.



Assistant director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

Based on the LPA’s observations and records reviews, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health and safety.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of the report was provided to assistant director along with appeal rights.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique Jessica AyalaTELEPHONE: 323-981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/26/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/26/2022
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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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754


FACILITY NAME: LYRIC PRE-SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN
FACILITY NUMBER: 191802070

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 07/26/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101174(d)
Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan
(d) Disaster drills shall be conducted at least every six months.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, LPAs observed that the last drill was conducted October 2021. Per assistant director a drill has not been completed this year which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 07/29/2022
Plan of Correction
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Assisant director will conduct a drill by POC date.
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101239(f)(1)
Fixtures, Furniture, Equipment and Supplies
(f) Solid waste shall be stored, located and disposed of in a manner that will not transmit communicable diseases or odors, create a nuisance, or provide a breeding place or food source for insects or rodents. (1) 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; and shall be leakproof and rodent-proof.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above LPAs did not observe trash can with tightfitted lids which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 08/05/2022
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Assistant director will purchase lids for trash cans by POC date.

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: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique Jessica AyalaTELEPHONE: 323-981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/26/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/26/2022
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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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754


FACILITY NAME: LYRIC PRE-SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN
FACILITY NUMBER: 191802070

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 07/26/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1596.7995(a)(1)
General Provisions and Definitions
(1) Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a day care center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above LPAs did not observe immunization in Staff #5 file which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 08/05/2022
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Staff #5 will proivde proof of immunization to assistant director and LPAs by POC date
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1596.8662(b)(1)
Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation and ecord review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above LPAs did not observe current Mandated Reporter certificate in staff files which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 08/05/2022
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Assistant director and staff will complete training by POC date.

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: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique Jessica AyalaTELEPHONE: 323-981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/26/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/26/2022
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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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754


FACILITY NAME: LYRIC PRE-SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN
FACILITY NUMBER: 191802070

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 07/26/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101216.1(b)(1)
Teacher Qualifications and Duties
(b) Prior to employment, a teacher shall meet the requirements of (b)(1) or (b)(2) below: (1) A teacher shall have completed, with passing grades, at least six postsecondary semester or equivalent quarter units of the education requirement specified in (c)(1) below; or shall have obtained a Child Development Assistant Permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above LPAs did not observe education verification or transcripts in Staff #5 file which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 08/05/2022
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Staff #5 will provide proof of education to assistant director and LPAs by POC date.
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101217(a)(12)
Personnel Records
(a) The licensee shall ensure that personnel records are maintained on the licensee, administrator and each employee. Each personnel record shall contain the following information: (12) Tuberculosis test documents as specified in Section 101216(g).

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation and record revie], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above LPAs did not observe TB test in Staff #5 file which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 08/05/2022
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Staff #5 will complete TB test and provide proof to assistant director and LPAs by POC date.

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: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique Jessica AyalaTELEPHONE: 323-981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/26/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/26/2022
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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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754


FACILITY NAME: LYRIC PRE-SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN
FACILITY NUMBER: 191802070

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 07/26/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101220(a)
Child's Medical Assessments
(a) Prior to, or within 30 calendar days following the enrollment of a child, the licensee shall obtain a written medical assessment of the child. This medical assessment enables the licensee to assess whether the center can provide necessary health-related services to the child.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above LPAs did not observe Physicans Report in child #2 and child #3 which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 08/05/2022
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Assistant director will provide copy of report to LPAs by POC date.
Type B
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101220.1(a)
Immunizations
(a) Prior to admission to a child care center, children shall be immunized against diseases as required by the California Code of Regulations, Title 17, commencing with Section 6000.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above LPAs did not observe immunization record for child #7, child #8 and child #9 which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 08/05/2022
Plan of Correction
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Assistant director will provide copy of immunization record to LPAs by POC date.

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: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique Jessica AyalaTELEPHONE: 323-981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/26/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/26/2022
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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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754


FACILITY NAME: LYRIC PRE-SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN
FACILITY NUMBER: 191802070

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 07/26/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101220.1(g)
Immunizations
(g) The licensee shall document each child's immunizations and shall maintain such documentation in the center for as long as the child is enrolled.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above LPAs did not observe immunization record for child #7, child #8 and child #9 which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 08/05/2022
Plan of Correction
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Assistant director will provide copy of immunization record to LPAs by POC date.
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Deficient Practice Statement
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POC Due Date:
Plan of Correction
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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: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique Jessica AyalaTELEPHONE: 323-981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/26/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/26/2022
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