Incident investigation·July 24, 2025

On June 24, 2025, licensee Silvia Garcia contacted the Fresno South Child Care Regional Office to report an incident that occurred on the same day. A case management visit was conducted on this date to follow up on an incident report submitted by the licensee. The incident involved a child who fell off the swing on June 24, 2025. Licensee Silvia Garcia was assisting other children by giving them water. When Licensee Silvia heard the sound, she ran to help the child. Licensee checked the child and saw that the child was bleeding. Licensee Silvia stated that the child did not cry when it happened, and that the child was on the ground. The licensee grabbed the first aid kit and applied pressure to the cut with bandages. The licensee called the parent, and the parent instructed her to take the child to the ER in Visalia. The child got three stitches. Licensee stated that she spoke to the parent about what she wanted her to do, and the parent stated that the child is autistic and is the only activity the child likes and does during daycare. The parent said it wouldn\342\200\231t be a good idea because the child would feel out of the routine. The parent agreed to show the child how to use the swings and the importance of holding on while swinging. Licensee stated that the child returned to daycare the next day after the accident. During the inspection, LPA observed that the play yard was all concrete. LPA recommended that the Licensee to put cushioning to absorb falls. LPA asked the Licensee what measures she was taking to prevent such incidents or injuries from happening in the future. The Licensee stated that she would provide closer supervision to ensure the child did not get hurt and would teach the child how to use the swings. LPA observed that the swings are safe and made of wood. The Licensee ordered them from Overstock and referred to them as Gorilla Play Sets.