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PIEDMONT, MARLENELicense 3436216671 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst Jennifer Velasco (LPA) met with Licensee Marlene Piedmont (L1) to deliver findings. LPA toured the facility, including all activity and classroom spaces, restrooms, food service and outdoor play areas. Census included 10 children being supervised by L1 and an assistant. L1 was reminded never to exceed the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. Facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM. It was alleged L1 handled children roughly. During the investigation, LPA conducted interviews, observed care, and obtained relevant documentation. Witness statements and LPA observations corroborated the allegation that L1 hit multiple children lightly on their bottoms to get them to go where she wanted them to go quickly. The preponderance of evidence standard has been met, and the allegation is substantiated. A Title 22 deficiency was cited during today's inspection as documented on continuation page LIC 9099-D. This report was reviewed with L1, and an exit interview was conducted. Appeal Rights were provided. A Notice of Site Visit (NOS) was provided to Director who will post it for a period of 30 days for parental review.

Citations

1 citation recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • 102423(a)(1)Type B

    PERSONAL RIGHTS

    Each child receiving services from a family child care home shall have certain rights that shall not be waived or abridged by the licensee regardless of consent or authorization from the child's authorized representative. These rights include ... (1) To be treated with dignity in his/her personal relationship with staff and other persons. This requirement has not been met as evidence by: Observation and witness statements that L1 lightly hit children on the bottom. This is a potential risk to the health, safety, and personal rights of children in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the July 18, 2023 inspection of PIEDMONT, MARLENE?

This was a complaint inspection of PIEDMONT, MARLENE on July 18, 2023. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to PIEDMONT, MARLENE on July 18, 2023?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Each child receiving services from a family child care home shall have certain rights that shall not be waived or abridg..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a complaint inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern about the facility to CCLD.

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