Incident investigation·January 10, 2024

On 01/10/24 at 1:10pm, a case management inspection was conducted today by Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Anna Chan and Karen Navar who met with the Director, Angela Gunter. LPAs were led on a tour of the facility. There were 6 staff present and 43 children in care. A self-reported incident by the facility was received at the regional office on 11/17/23 which stated that child #1 (C1) was shocked by an electrical outlet and sustained electrical burns. A review of criminal record clearances indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. Staff # 1 (S1) stated they did not see the incident. Staff #2 (S2) stated that while cleaning and wiping the lunch table, S2 stated that S2 had only visual supervision of the backs of the children facing the bookshelf. S2 stated S2 thought children were reading a book. S2 stated that S2 heard a popping sound and saw a spark where the children were sitting. S2 stated S2 saw Child 1 (C1) holding a long bobby pin. S2 also stated S2 ran to the sink and ran water over the injured fingers and called C1s parents. According to S2, C1 cried when the incident happened and stopped crying when parents arrived at the facility. When S2 asked C1 where C1 got the bobby pin, C1 pointed to the floor. (Parent #1) P1 stated that C1 incurred electrical burns on two fingers and administered first aid at home. When P1 asked C1 what happened, C1 mentioned using the bobby pin to take out the cover of the socket. P1 stated C1 returned to school the next day. Based on LPA’s observation on 11/22/23, the Caterpillar room’s (Rm 207) ground socket was covered with a metal plate and electric tape over it and a bookshelf partly covers the socket to make it inaccessible and to ensure safety and well-being of children in care. Page 1 of 2 Based on LPA’s interviews and observation, The facility was not in compliance of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12. The following violations were cited today, 1 Type A for Responsibility for Providing Care and Supervision section 101229(a)(1) and 1 Type B for Buildings and Grounds section 101238(a)(1) was issued today on the attached LIC 809D. A Civil penalty assessed for repeat violation dated 11/22/23. LPAs informed Director Angela Gunter that this report dated 01/10/24 documents 1 Type A citation which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. Also, LPAs informed Director Angela Gunter to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 01/10/24 that documents any Type A citation to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Angela Gunter. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Appeal Rights and deficiencies were discussed. The facility representative was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days. End of Report