Incident investigation·October 31, 2024

On 10/31/24 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Saraliz Velando, conducted an unannounced inspection to follow up on a self-reported unusual incident that occurred on 10/25/24. LPA met with Director Letisia Ford and toured the facility. There were 26 infants with 11 staff members present. Appropriate ratio/capacity was observed. Staff members have the required background clearances and are associated to the facility. LPA interviewed the Director and staff #1 (S1). On 10/25/24 at approximately 3:45pm, child #1 (C1) was observed falling backwards and hitting head on the fence. C1 cried continuously and vomited 5-10 minutes later. The Director was called to assist and contacted parents. Parent arrived within 5 minutes of being contacted and stated they would seek medical attention. C1 returned to school on 10/28/24 without restrictions. Appropriate ratio/supervision was in place. The staff members responded to the injury appropriately. The incident was reported to the Department timely. The director stated that she met with staff members to discuss proper supervision and classroom safety. No deficiencies are cited. An exit interview was conducted with the Director, Letisia Ford and appeal rights were provided. A notice of site visit was posted and must remain for 30 days.