Incident investigation·May 19, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elyse Jones arrived at the facility to conduct a Case Management inspection in response to the receipt of an Unusual Incident Report (UIR) from the facility dated April 13, 2023. It documents an incident involving Child #1 who fell while playing outside and sustained an injury. There were two staff present when the incident occurred. Appropriate supervision and care was being provided. The facility notified the Authorized Representative immediately after the incident occurred. At the time of the inspection, LPA toured the facility, took census, and met with Ralph Amaratunga, Licensee. Additional interviews with pertinent parties were conducted to obtain details regarding the reported incident. During the facility tour the area in which the incident occurred was observed. Child #1 was taken to seek medical care later in the evening on the day of the incident and was diagnosed with a fracture on the right leg. Child #1 returned to care on April 24, 2023 and was monitored by facility staff. Based on the information gathered, the incident was an accident as facility staff followed care and supervision protocols. Authorized Representative was immediately notified of the incident and Licensing was notified in a timely manner. Child #1 continues to attend the facility. Facility acted appropriately and was found to be in substantial compliance during this inspection. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee Ralph Amaratunga.