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25 | On 3/18/21 at 4:00 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Gloria Gonzalez conducted an unannounced Case Management inspection to follow-up on a self-reported incident that occurred on 3/2/21. The inspection was conducted virtually via Facetime, due to the COVID-19 state of emergency. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted a video tour into the facility by Director, Ignacia Avila. Director states there were 5 children 11 staff members and director at the time of the inspection.
The incident that occurred on 3/2/21 was regarding Child #1, (C1), was scratched on the arm by Staff #1, (S1). Interviews were conducted with the Center Director, 4 staff members including S1 and two children including C1, According to S1, she took the children to the restroom, when C1 tried to run off into one of the stalls. As she tried to hold C1's arm, he pulled his arm away and she accidentally scratched C1 on his arm with her fingernails.
S1 applied first aid and parent was notified of the incident. Director stated since the incident staff members were informed that they are not allowed to have long fingernails or any type of jewelry that can harm a child. On 3/4/21 staff members were notified verbally regarding this new policy.
Based on the information obtained, it was determined that the incident was accidental.
No Deficiencies cited.
A copy of the report, appeal rights (LIC 9058), and LIC9213 will be e-mailed to the licensee and licensee was advised that acknowledgement of the receipts of the report and appeal rights are to be received within twenty-four hours.
An exit interview was conducted. |