Incident investigation·July 26, 2023

On July 26th, Licensing Program Analyst, Soleil Marx met with Facility Representative, Sandra Haines, for an unannounced case management inspection following a self reported unusual incident report. Today's census included 132 preschool children in care with ten staff, during nap time. Sacramento Regional Office received an Unusual Incident Report from the facility regarding an incident that occurred on June 9th, 2023. During today's inspection, LPA interviewed the Director regarding the incident. LPA learned that a staff member pulled a child's ear as a form of discipline. The staff member was immediately terminated following the incident. Based on the information received, a violation of Title 22 regulations has occurred. One Type A deficiency was cited on the attached LIC 809D and a civil penalty was assessed regarding an absence of supervision. Upon receipt of a Type A citation, licensee shall post and provide copies of the LIC 809 D for parents/guardians of children in care and for parents/guardians of newly enrolled children for the next 12 months. Licensee must also keep the signed LIC 9224, acknowledging receipt of LIC 809 D in each child's file. Exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was given to Facility Representative, Sandra Haines. Notice of site was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Appeal rights provided.