Incident investigation·April 22, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Nolan Tcheng conducted an unannounced Case Management inspection for the purpose of following up on an incident reported to the Department on 04/14/2025. Upon arrival at 2:50pm, LPA met with Lead Teacher Dioselyn Cortez, to whom the purpose of the inspection was explained. Site Supervisor Michelle Mora was also present. A tour of the facility was provided. There were children present. Census was taken. There were 22 children with 11 staff members. On 04/11/2025, a child was walking to throw away trash and tripped on the play yard, resulting in an injury that required further medical attention. Today's inspection is to determine if the physical grounds was a condition safe for the children being served. Incident report was submitted within the required time period. During today's inspection, two staff interviews were conducted and ouch/incident report was reviewed. During the interviews, Staff disclosed that this has not been the first time a child has tripped on the edge of the cushioned material floor and concrete. LPA reviewed the play ground and observed the small ledge that they state Child #1 tripped on. Pictures were obtained of the play yard areas. Other parts of the cushioned material were observed to be warped and had bumps that staff stated have had others trip as well. Based on the information above, LPA has determined that the there is a violation of Outdoor Activity Space. Floor has not been maintained in a safe condition for the activities planned for children. The deficiencies listed on the following pages were observed by the LPA and are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Please see attached LIC 809D for deficiencies that are being cited and need to be cleared to protect the children\342\200\231s health & safety. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Site Supervisor Michelle Mora, at 4:05pm. Plan of Corrections developed and copy of Report provided. END OF REPORT