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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191805686
Report Date: 06/21/2023
Date Signed: 06/21/2023 12:49:18 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:PLYMOUTH SCHOOL, THEFACILITY NUMBER:
191805686
ADMINISTRATOR:MEGAN DRYNANFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:315 S. OXFORD AVE.TELEPHONE:
(213) 387-7381
CITY:LOS ANGELESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90020
CAPACITY:51CENSUS: 25DATE:
06/21/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
08:25 AM
MET WITH:Director Megan DrynanTIME COMPLETED:
01:00 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Veronica Martinez Garza conducted an unannounced 1-year required inspection at the above facility on 06/21/23 at 08:25 a.m. A COVID risk assessment was conducted upon entry- appropriate PPE was used. LPA met with Director Megan Drynan who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool age program licensed for 51 children which operates Monday – Friday from 08:00 a.m. – 04:00 p.m. Per the Director, there are 56 children enrolled.

All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The following staff was present during this inspection: Hippo’s classroom: 8 children with 2 staff, Giraffes classroom 12 children with 3 staff, and Bears classroom 5 children with 1 staff. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded on the attached LIC859. All children were observed to be under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. The licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license.

LPA observed the facility to be clean, sanitary and in good repair. All indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Drinking water was readily available indoors via pure water filter pitcher LPA observed mats stored as napping equipment in each classroom. All toilets and hand washing facilities are safe, sanitary and are operating properly. At this time, the "playground" is used as an isolation area. A mat is available for an ill child to rest on. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Martinez-GarzaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/21/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/21/2023
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: PLYMOUTH SCHOOL, THE
FACILITY NUMBER: 191805686

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 06/21/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1597.16(a)(1)
Lead Testing
(1) A licensed child day care center, as defined in Section 1596.76, that is located in a building that was constructed before January 1, 2010, shall have its drinking water tested for lead contamination levels on or after January 1, 2020, but no later than January 1, 2023, and every five years after the date of the initial test.

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Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in Licensee has not completed the required LEAD test which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 07/21/2023
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Per Director, facility will make an appointment for LEAD and will submit proof of LEAD test to LPA by POC due date. LPA provided LEAD PIN 21-21.1-CCP and LEAD FAQs.
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:
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Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in Staff #4, #5 and #7 did not have proof of MMR and Tdap which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 07/06/2023
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Per Director, she will submit proof to LPA by POC due 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: Veronica Martinez-GarzaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/21/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/21/2023
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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: PLYMOUTH SCHOOL, THE
FACILITY NUMBER: 191805686

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 06/21/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101216(f)
Personnel Requirements
(f) 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.

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Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in Director does not have a current Pediatric FA/CPR which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 07/21/2023
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Per Director, she will complete a Pediatric FA/CPR training and submit proof to LPA by POC due date.
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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: Veronica Martinez-GarzaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/21/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/21/2023
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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: PLYMOUTH SCHOOL, THE
FACILITY NUMBER: 191805686
VISIT DATE: 06/21/2023
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LPA observed all required forms/publications to be posted in every classroom. Parents provide snacks and lunch. Facility ensures to keep extra snacks available. All food prep and storage areas are clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. All food is protected from contamination.

First Aid supplies are available and complete. Facility has a functioning carbon monoxide detector that meets statutory requirements. There are several fire extinguishers throughout the facility. The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 10/11/2022, as indicated on service tag.

At 08:45 a.m. the outdoor play equipment was observed to be in good condition, free of sharp, lose or pointed parts. Outdoor activity space surface is maintained in a safe condition as is free of hazards. Areas around and/or under climbing equipment have a cushioning material to absorb a fall. Drinking water is readily available outdoors. 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. Children’s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file.

Staff Records were reviewed to ensure that appropriate documentation of education credits is on file, Criminal Records Clearance for adults, verification of CPR/First Aid, health preventative practices documentation, Proof of immunization against influenza, pertussis and measles and Mandated Reporter Training was reviewed during today’s inspection. LPA observed Director did not have a current Mandated Reporter training and Pediatric FA/CPR on file.


SB792 (Immunization Requirements for Staff and Employees) was discussed with the Director. Staff #4, #5 and #7 do not have proof of MMR and Tdap.

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.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Martinez-GarzaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/21/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/21/2023
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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: PLYMOUTH SCHOOL, THE
FACILITY NUMBER: 191805686
VISIT DATE: 06/21/2023
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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 PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/.

Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE tools, please send email inquiries to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at
www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-proces.

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

Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

CCC DID NOT COMPLETE TESTING PRIOR TO THEIR DEADLINE

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Martinez-GarzaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/21/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/21/2023
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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: PLYMOUTH SCHOOL, THE
FACILITY NUMBER: 191805686
VISIT DATE: 06/21/2023
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LPA referred Director to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information.

The deficiencies listed on the following pages were observed by the LPA and are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Please see attached LIC 809D for deficiencies that are being cited and need to be cleared to protect the children’s health & safety.


A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Office Manager Maureen Gonzalez.


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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Veronica Martinez-GarzaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/21/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/21/2023
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