other — Incident Response1 citation

February 26, 2025

TENDER CARE FOR KIDS

What Happened

Case management investigation of incident where child was left unsupervised in pickup van and briefly outside facility. Child was discovered at front door and safely retrieved. Staff member responsible has been terminated. Facility implemented new procedures including check-in logs, pickup lists, communication calendar, and arrival documentation.

Observations

  • Child left inside pickup van after other children exited
  • Child left alone outside facility without supervision for brief period
  • Child knocked on facility's front door until staff member let them in
  • Staff member responsible for incident terminated from employment
  • Parking lot and entrance separated by fence/gate
  • Subject child able to demonstrate exiting van and knocking on facility door

Inspector Focus

Supervision/Ratios

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