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32 | Allegation: Staff sleeping during hours of operation.
It is alleged that staff member #1 (S1) was observed asleep in the facility’s living room while on duty as a one-to-one caregiver. It is alleged concern was expressed about reporting this incident to S1’s supervisor, stating that S1 is friends with other staff at the facility.
Based on record review, the facility zero tolerance policy for staff discusses that Solaire Home maintains a zero tolerance policy towards any form of abuse, neglect, exploitation, discrimination, abandonment, isolation, abduction or mistreatment of individuals with developmental disabilities. The facility is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for all individuals under their care. It is important to note sleeping during the job would constitute abandonment or neglect towards clients. During the investigation, the department obtained a photograph showing the staff member S1 seated. However, it does not clearly indicate whether S1 was sleeping, and it cannot be confirmed whether S1 was on duty, as the photo lacks a date stamp and time stamp. Based on observations, on January 28, 2026, March 26, 2026, and March 30, 2026, LPA Kim did not observe any staff asleep at the facility during operation hours.
Based on interviews, seven out of seven staff denied the allegation. Four out of four clients could not confirm or deny the allegation. All staff stated they have not witnessed any staff fall asleep in the living room while on duty. Staff stated due to the nature of their roles and responsibilities, it would be hard to find time to fall asleep and not be in trouble. All staff stated they would report to administrator and licensee if they observed any staff sleeping during hours of operation.
Based on the information gathered, there is no sufficient evidence gathered to confirm the above allegation. It is determined that record review, LPA's observation, and seven out of seven staff denied that S1 was sleeping during hours of operation.
Based on observations, interviews, and records review, LPA did not find sufficient evidence to support the above allegation that Staff is sleeping during hours of operation. Although the allegation may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is Unsubstantiated.
Exit interview was conducted and a copy of the report was provided to Administrator Liezl Tuason. |