complaint·May 22, 2024

RP stated concerns about safety of the children on the property across the parking lot. RP stated there are piles of pallets and metals sticking out in the outdoor area across the parking, no restrooms, no play equipment, and no shade. Based on LPA observations and inspection on 4/29/24, there were wooden pallets piled in the orchard on the grassy area. LPA observed nails were sticking out of the pallets. Upon the entrance of the orchard, there is a paved area and LPA observed metals attached to the walls and screws were sticking out of the metals. LPA observed the wired fence having open wires hanging from the wooden frame or base fence. Based on staff interview, “orchard” is what they call the gated grassy area across the parking lot of the facility. Nine (9) Staff stated they take their class to the orchard for about 15 minutes depending on the activity. All Staff stated when they have class activities about nature, they would walk by the wall with 1 staff in front of the line and 1 staff at the back of the line. At the orchard, children would pick flowers, fruits and leaves and will take to their classrooms for discussion. Staff 3 (S3) and Staff 7 (S7) stated they were concerned about the wired fence being a hazard to children and having wires hanging out from the wood frame. Staff #4 (S4), Staff 5 (S5) and S3 stated they have seen nails sticking out of the wooden pallets and stated they were concerned about the metals sticking out of the wall. Staff 2 (S2) stated the metals are from the old, shaded structure that was taken down. S2 stated children go to the restroom before walking to the orchard. On 5/22/24 LPA observed no pallets in orchard anymore. On 5/20/2024, LPA called seven (7) parents. LPA reached three (3) parents. None of the parents interviewed disclosed information that could support the allegations. Based on observation, inspection, and interviews conducted, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegations are found to be SUBSTANTIATED. See LIC9099D for a Type B citation. Exit interview was conducted with Director Khannia Ok. Notice of Site Visit was posted during the visit. Director was informed that the notice of site visit must be posted for 30 consecutive days. Failure to post will result in civil penalties of $100. Appeal rights and deficiency discussed. The Director was provided with a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058 01/16) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. First level appeals should be sent to the regional manager to the address listed above. Page 2 of 2