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25 | On 10/30/2023, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA), Sebastian Phouthaovong made an unannounced Case Management visit in response to a self reported, lack of supervision Unusual Incident Report (UIR) submitted on 10/18/2023. UIR was regarding child being unsupervised for approximately 3 minutes located in the outdoor play area. LPA met with Licensee, Zoe Teeter and spoke with her the regarding today's visit.
During today's inspection, LPA toured the facility inside and out and observed 20 children being supervised by 6 staff members. LPA conducted interviews with the Licensee, Site Supervisor and four staff members. Licensee stated a child was able go to the outdoor play area undetected. The child was immediately found and let inside, appearing upset. Licensee stated the child was checked on and authorized representatives of the child were immediately notified; being understanding of the incident. Licensee stated the incident was addressed with all staff and have updated the facility supervision procedure to enure no child is left unattended without a staff member. Staff interview corroborated Licensee's Statement.
A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with facility representative, Zoe Teeter.
The following violation of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22; Division 12, was observed: see LIC 809 D. Appeal rights were given.
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