Complaint·November 16, 2022

When interviewing staff, Staff #1 and #2, disclosed that the incident did occur during napping time. Staff#1 stated she they stepped out without communicating with Staff#2. When Staff#1 returned to the room, Child#2 was inside of the crib biting Child#1. Parent #1 disclosed that Child#1 was taking taken to the doctor and was diagnosed with several biting bites around the face, leg, and back. LPA was unable to interview Child#1 due to his their age. LPA also attempted to interview other children in care, but they were not fully verbal. Based on LPAs observations, interviews which were conducted, photos, police report and record review, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 Chapter 102417 (a), is being cite on the attached deficiency page. LPA explained that the deficiency is a Type A violation and requires immediate correction. Licensee was further informed of AB633 requirements. Licensee was provided with a copy of the LIC9224 and instructed to provide copies of this report to all parents of children currently enrolled and to obtain the parent's signature on form LIC9224, as acknowledgement that they received a copy of this report. Form LIC9224 is to be retained in the child's file. Licensee was further instructed to complete this same process for all children who enroll in the facility within 12 months of this report date. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) \342\200\223 must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00. Exit interview was conducted with Heidy Escobar, Licensee, including, but not limited to Provider Rights, Appeal Procedures and Agencies Consultative Role.