Incident investigation·September 15, 2021

On 9/15/2021 at 9:28am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Melissa Stewart arrived at the child care center to conduct an unannounced, Case Management inspection and met with Director, Tamera Davis. LPA conducted a Risk Assessment for COVID19 and all answers indicated no exposure to COVID19. LPA explained the purpose of the inspection. Director, two (2) staff and one volunteer were supervising 28 children in the preschool outdoor activity area. Director wore a face mask. As children and staff entered the classroom, LPA observed staff and children putting on face coverings. On 9/8/2021, Director self-reported an incident to the Community Care Licensing office which had occurred that same day. C1 was running outside on the cement as children were lining up to come inside. C1 tripped on C1s own feet and fell extremely hard directly on C1s left knee. C1 was admitted to Twin Cities Emergency Room (ER) and diagnosed with a fractured femur. On 9/9/2021, LPA Stewart conducted an unannounced inspection during which staff # 1 (S1) who observed the incident was interviewed. On 9/14/2021, LPA Stewart interviewed the parent of C1 who reported that they felt supported and appreciated the care provided by center staff. Based on interviews and observation of the location where the incident took place, it is determined the environment at the center nor actions of the center staff contributed to C1's incident. No deficiencies cited today. A copy of this report and appeal rights were discussed and left with Licensee, Tamera Davis, whose signature on this form confirm receipt of these documents. LPA provided a Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) to be posted. FAILURE TO POST THE NOTICE OF SITE VISIT FOR 30 DAYS MAY RESULT IN A $100.00 CIVIL PENALTY