Incident investigation·February 5, 2025

On 2/5/2025, at 12:45 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Liridon Fici- Doni arrived unannounced to conduct a case management inspection. LPA was greeted by Director, Chavez, Perlina and explained the purpose of the visit. The department received an incident report, dated for 1/29/2025. Upon arrival, LPA observed five (5) children and three (3) staff during today\342\200\231s inspection. During inspection, LPA interviewed four (4) staff regarding an incident that occurred on 1/23/2025. Staff mentioned on 1/23/2025, a child was opening the front door and Staff 2 (S2) immediately stopped the door with her foot preventing the door from closing on three (3) children. While S2 was moving the children away from the door, child 1 (C1) walked behind S2 unknowingly and placed his right hand inside the door hinge. S2 than removed her foot, not knowing C1 was behind her, and the door slammed on his hand, resulting in an injury. Directors and parents were informed, and first aid was applied. There were three (3) staff, and six (6) children present on 1/23/2025. LPA observed the center was in-compliance to Title-22 ratio regulation during today's inspection. No deficiencies cited during visit. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted with Director, and this report reviewed and provided.