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25 | On November 19, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Monique Ayala conducted an unannounced case management inspection for the above facility. A COVID-19 risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. LPA met with Interm Director, Shannon Huston who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. LPA observed 16 children in care.
The purpose of the inspection is to follow up on an incident report that was reported to the department on 11/05/2024, and the incident occurred on 11/05/2024. The incident report was reported timely.
During the inspection, LPA interviewed Staff #1 (S1) to Staff #2 (S2), obtained a copy of the facility roster, obtained a copy of children sign in sheets for 11/05/2024, staff sign in sheets for 11/05/2024 and internal incident report. LPA observed the play structure to ensure it was age appropriate; play structure displayed a sign indicating it is appropriate for children 2-5 years old. LPA attempted to interview Child #1 (C1), C1 did not want to be interviewed.
During interviews with S1 and S2, S1 observed the incident occur and was approximately 16 feet away. S2 stated she was approximately 3 feet away from C1 and assisted C1 in coming down of the play structure. Per S1 and S2, C1 was running on the play structure and skipped a step leading to the slide when C1 slipped and hit the metal bar on the climbing wall. S1 and S2 stated they applied first aide to C1 when facility director was called for assistance. C1 was picked up from the facility in approximately 5 minutes and was taken to seek medical attention. C1 sustained 3 stitches under his chin.
This was an accident that occurred fast and was unable to be prevented. The facility is not being cited any deficiencies at this time.
An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was provided to Interm Director, Shannon Huston along with Appeal Rights. A Notice of Site Visit was provided and must be posted for 30 days. |