complaint·March 10, 2025

On 1/6/25 three staff members were interviewed, and all staff stated they have seen children attempt to put pea gravel in their mouths. Two staff members indicated they have pulled pea gravel out of infant’s mouths. All staff interviewed indicated they were concerned about the pea gravel being a choking hazard and were hyper vigilant to keep the infants from placing rocks in their mouths. Four parents were interviewed on 11/25/24 and 3/5/25 regarding lack of supervision led to children attempting to put pea gravel in their mouth. All parents indicated their infant tries to put everything in their mouth, but only P3 has witnessed a child put pea gravel in their mouth at the facility. One parent (P2) indicated they had seen a staff member folding towels in the nap room. Three parents had not seen a staff member leave the children in care. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of the evidence to prove that the alleged violation occurred, and the findings are unsubstantiated. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative. Appeal rights were provided. 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.