Incident investigation·March 5, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nolan Tcheng conducted unannounced Case Management inspection for the purpose of following up on an incident submitted to the Department on 02/27/2025. Upon arrival at 11:05am, LPA met with Site Supervisor Susie Miller, to whom the purpose of the inspection was explained. A tour of the facility was provided. There were children present during the inspection.Census was taken. There were 25 children with 6 staff members. On 02/20/2025, Child #1 was in the outdoor play area and fell, resulting in an injury that needed further medical attention. Today's inspection is to determine if there is issue with the surface of the outdoor play area, that would need addressing. During today's inspection, LPA conducted interviews with two staff members and one child. Staff interviews disclosed that child was walking on the pathway towards Staff #1, when they tripped and fell face forward. Staff #1 stated that the child was walking and not playing with anything, when they saw them fall. LPA observed the pathway that Child #1 fell and observed no obstructions that are risks to children in care. Staff #2 immediately responded to Child #1 and provided first aid and contacted authorized representatives. Child has returned to the facility and is continuing care as normal. Based on the information obtained during interviews and observations by licensing staff, there were no obstructions or issues with the outdoor play area that would require remediation. There was nothing facility could have done to prevent the incident from occurring. Adequate supervision was provided at the time of incident. Report was not submitted to the Department within the 24hr requirement. An Advisory Note is being provided to the facility to address. No deficiencies are being cited today, in accordance with Title 22 regulations. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Lead Teacher Ana Avalos, at 12:30pm. Copy of Report provided. END OF REPORT