Incident investigation·June 12, 2025

On 6/12/2025, Licensing Program Analyst's (LPA's) Suzette Ornelas conducted an unannounced case management inspection for the purpose of deficiencies observed during a complaint investigation for complaint control # 58-CC-20250512102029 . Upon arrival LPA was greeted by Director, Karen Beninati and facility representative, Vanessa Rodriguez and observed 14 children and 5 staff. LPA Ornelas investigated complaint control # 58-CC-20250512102029 . According to the complaint investigation report Director did not report 2 or more cases of an infectious disease. It was confirmed that the incident was not reported to the Department within 24 hours. No direct contact with the on duty worker or the analyst was made within 24 hours. LPA explained to the Director that when an incident occurs, according to Title 22 Regulations, the incident must be reported to the department within 24 hrs., and a written report using the unusual incident /injury report LIC624 form must be filled out and mailed to the department within 7 days. Director understands and will comply moving forward. During todays visit, LPA Ornelas obtained a completed copy of the LIC624, no further action is required. The following Type B deficiency is being cited on 6/12/2025 in accordance to Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations: 101212 Reporting Requirements . A report shall be made to the Department within 24 hours of the occurrence of any unusual incident as specified. Please refer to 809D for cited deficiencies. A copy of this report, notice of site visit, and appeal rights were provided. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) – 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 the Director, Karen Beninati and facility representative, Vanessa Rodriguez.