complaint·January 7, 2025

designated space where they isolate from other children. Staff reported that an ill child with symptoms remains in the classroom with the other children until picked up by authorized representative. Per the facility Plan of Operation, the director’s office is to be used to isolate ill children; however, that is not a commonly used practice. Based on LPA’s observations and interviews which were conducted, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. Per California Code of Regulations, (Title 22, division 12 & Chapter 3) one (1) Type B citation is being cited on the attached LIC 9099-D. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Assistant Director, Silvia Cardenas. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. placed in a bin and cleaned using the three (3) step process before returning to the classroom for use. It was also determined that at the end of the day, one (1) staff member is designated to spray all tables, chairs, toys, and equipment with the sanitation spray to sanitize and prepare for the next day. Parents interviewed stated they believe the staff do a satisfactory job in eliminating germs and illnesses, but also realize that in a day care setting with infants, there will be a normal amount of exposure to illnesses. It was also alleged that staff do not ensure children are inspected for signs of illness prior to being accepted at drop off. All staff interviewed denied the allegation, stating that during drop off, staff communicate with children’s authorized representative to assess the child’s well-being and/or to determine any signs of illness. Staff stated they conduct a quick health check, which may include taking the child’s temperature for any indication of fever. Parents interviewed stated the staff believe the staff do a satisfactory job in eliminating germs and illnesses but also realize that in a day care setting with infants, there will be a normal amount of exposure to illnesses. Due to conflicting information obtained throughout the course of the investigation and no other witnesses to the alleged incidents, LPA was unable to determine whether or not the allegations occurred. Although the allegations may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation(s) did or did not occur, therefore the allegations are UNSUBSTANTIATED. Exit interview was conducted and the report was reviewed with Assistant Director, Silvia Cardenas. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.