complaint·December 11, 2023

(Page 2 of Report) During a confidential interview, Reporting Party suspected that Child #1 (C1) may have gotten a communicable disease from a facility staff. During investigation, LPA also interviewed 4 staff members and 3 parents. LPA also reviewed facility's Staff Attendance policy. During interviews, interviewed staff denied having any symptoms of the disease. Interviewed staff stated if they are not feeling well, they can inform the Director via email and take a day off. Staff also are to show documentation of a doctor's visit or doctor's note prior to returning to work. If staff develops illnesses or show symptoms of illnesses while being at work, Director will send the staff home as soon as possible. During record reviews, LPA verified that facility's Staff Attendance policy states that staff are to submit evidence verifying the reason for staff's absence. Based on the information gathered from LPA interviews conducted with 5 staff and 3 parents, and record review of facility's Staff Attendance policy, there is insufficient evidence to corroborate the allegation that Licensee does not ensure staff are in good physical health at all times. Although the allegation may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove Licensee does not ensure staff are in good physical health at all times did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is unsubstantiated. Appeal Rights were explained. The Director was provided a copy of 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. First level appeals should be sent to the regional manager to the address listed above. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Adriana Agreda. (End of Report)