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25 | On the date and time listed above, a case management visit is being conducted in response to the receipt of an unusual incident report (UIR) from the facility. The UIR was received by the licensing agency on 09/23/22. It indicates an infant sustained an injury while running to retrieve a toy from a shelf.
Facility records were reviewed, and interviews were conducted with Staff ( Director, Teacher) and Parent.
According to staff interviews conducted, There were 4 infants present with 1 staff. Staff interviews reported infant was running to retrieve a toy doll off the shelf when they fell and struck their face on the middle shelf resulting in a cut between the eyes. Staff provided first aid of light pressure and ice and cleaned the wound. Director interview reported Parents were called for pick up and that the cut stopped bleeding after a few minutes. Staff interviews reported Parent called later in the afternoon noting the infant required a couple of stiches and would return to the facility the following Monday.
Parent interview stated facility notified them in a timely fashion, provided care until they picked up their infant, and provided an incident report. Parent stated they understood accidents happen and confirmed infant has returned to care at the facility.
At 2:20PM, LPA toured and obtained photos of the infant indoor activity area. LPA did not observe any hazards present in the classroom or on any of the flooring. The shelf is low and was stable against the wall.
Based on information gathered from interviews and records, the facility acted appropriately, and no violations have been identified. Facility completed reporting requirements as required by CCR regulations for Unusual Incident Reports (Telephone notification to Duty Officer and submission of
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