Incident investigation·April 24, 2024

On April 24, 2024, at 12:00 p.m., Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Braddock and Tamayo met with Licensee/facility representative, Carrie Mendez who granted access to the facility. The purpose of the inspection was to conduct an unannounced case management inspection for a UIR received at Palmdale RO on 04/18/24. LPAs disclosed the purpose of the inspection to the facility representative. When LPAs arrived at the facility there were 20 preschool children in care with 2 lead teachers, and 2 assistant teachers. The hours of operation for the program are 8:30 am to 11:30 am and 12:30pm to 3:30pm. Description of Incident: On 04/18/24 at 2:45PM, child #1 and child #2 were playing outside on the playground. Child #1 pinned child #2 down on the ground and bit child #2 in the back. Ice was applied to child #2 back after the incident occurred. During the inspection LPAs interviewed staff, child #1, and other relevant parties. From interviews conducted, it was revealed child #1 bit child #2 due to child #1 wanted to play with a bouncy ball outside. The occurrence was accidental, and the teachers immediately applied first aid to child #2. Please see LIC809-C for Continuation Page. Based on LPAs observations and interviews conducted, the facility took appropriate measures to ensure the health and safety of each child. Therefore, no deficiencies will be cited at this time. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted 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 facility representative.