Incident investigation·April 13, 2022

On 4/13/2022 at 10:05A.M., Licensing Program Analyst, (LPA) Luis J. Gomez met with Lead Teacher, Ashley Girdler and Area Manager, Alida Leon. The purpose of today's inspection was explained and was in response to an incident that had occurred on February 17, 2022. Incident was self- reported by facility management and involved a preschool child leaving the facility classroom (Room B) without teacher supervision. Present was the Lead Teacher, and Area Manager and 5 staff supervising 23 children. All staff had criminal record clearances on file. LPA inspected facility, indoors and outdoors, with director for health and safety hazards. During the inspection, LPA performed observations, record review, interviewed staff and site director. During interview with Lead Teacher, it was reported that on 2/17/2022 at 12:40P.M., during classroom transition, day-care child (C1) had left the classroom and onto the outdoor ramp. Per staff, facility was notified by elementary school personnel and child C1, was immediately brought inside. Lead Teacher stated child\342\200\231s authorized representatives was informed of the incident. Per director, she had spoken with staff regarding the incident. Safety bell had also been installed on the exit doors and, will remain on during operating hours. As a result of the occurrence of this incident, a violation of the Title 22 Division 12 of Ca. Code of Regulations was observed, and deficiency was cited on the attached 809D. An exit interview was conducted with Lead Teacher. A copy of this report with the appeal rights was provided, and signature of this form acknowledges receipt of these documents. Notice of Site Visit for was provided during inspection. This report must be available in the facility for public review. Director was advised any additional questions to call Office, M-F, 8am-5pm, 650-266-8800 or 1-844-538-8766. Website: www.cdss.ca.gov