Complaint·March 3, 2022

The complainant alleges that they were called to pick up C1 since C1 had fallen hitting their chin on sink. Complainant took C1 to the doctor and it was determined that child needed glue to repair laceration. LPA conducted interviews with Staff # 1-4 who corroborated that the entire class came inside from outside time. Staff # 3 was next to the sink as children were washing hands and Staff # 4 was setting up table activities. Per Staff # 3, C1 washed hands, walked away and then turned back to get a paper towel. As C1 turned around they tripped on their own feet causing them to fall forward and hitting chin on sink. Staff # 3 and # 4 corroborated that Staff # 3 witnessed the incident but was not able to prevent it. Staff # 3 helped C1 with first aid while the administrator was called. Once Staff # 1 arrived to the classroom C1 was helped with ice and parents were called to pick up child. Parent interviews disclosed that they have no concerns with the facility. Children interviews resulted in no disclosures made about this specific allegation. This agency has investigated the complaint child sustained an injury while in care. Based on LPA’s observations, interviews which were conducted and record reviews, the preponderance of the evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegations are found to be SUBSTANTIATED. Although this incident did occur, it was an accident and was not due to negligence by the facility staff. First aid was applied immediately, and parent was notified timely. Therefore, there are no citations issued. Technical Advisory Note provided. Page.2 of 2---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------