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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

PSD/APPLE VALLEY HEAD STARTLicense 360910831
Clean visit · 0 citations

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Babatunde Ibitoye met with Site Supervisor Linda Walker , today for the purpose of conducting an unannounced Annual/Random inspection for the Pre-School. There are 14 children present upon arrival with 2 teacher in classroom 1 and.5 Children with 2 teacher in Classroom 2, Per site supervisor the hours of operation are 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Friday. The Center also has an Pre school component. LPA verified there is at least 1 staff person present with current CPR and First Aid training (exp. 11-13-23) *Snack/lunch menus, Allergy list were reviewed and posted. Food and snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity, proper storage, and appropriateness to children in care. Food preparation areas were toured for safety, cleanliness and proper equipment. (1 freezer 1 refrigerator, sink, stove/oven). *Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous or hazardous were inaccessible to children and stored in storage locked cabinet. * LPA observed 6 Classrooms, Bathrooms (9) noted all toilets (9), sinks (7) were sanitary and operational. LPAs observed soap, paper towel and toilet paper and water tested at a safe temperature. Each classroom has a bottle water, disposable cups, cubbies with children's names identified and cots. *All flooring was found to be clean and safe. **Teacher/child ratio observed, care and supervision was discussed, children's records were reviewed, parent board observed and fire drills are current. Fire extinguisher operable. *Trash cans/storage containers for solid waste had tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. *First Aid supplies were inventoried, a review of medication policy, including administering, labeling, and storage. *Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. *Outdoor area and equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, good repair and age appropriateness, LPAs noted shade, and drinking water: There are no bodies of water on the premises. *Isolation area is located in the front Office. ADMINISTRATION: *Site Supervisor is aware that the Department has full inspection authority as specified in Health and Safety Code 1596.852, 1596.853, and 1596.535. *There were no excluded individuals present; staff present were fingerprint cleared and associated, LPAs and Site Supervisor reviewed Personnel Report (LIC 500) together during this inspection. A review of medication policy indicated that prescription medication is administered only with parent's written permission. The Supervisor administers medication and documents the dosage, date and time onto a log. Medication brought and taken home by the parent daily. Medication is properly labeled and stored in its original container. LPA discussed the following: Senate Bill AB 633 - Child Care Facilities: Parent Notification Requirements Summary: This bill amends Health and Safety Code (HSC) sections 1596.859, 1596.8595, 1596.8895, and 1597.05 to improve the transparency of licensing records and to ensure that parents/guardians using a licensed child care facility (Center or family child care home) are aware of situations that present the greatest danger to children. These situations include: \302\267 Serious health and safety violations resulting in Type A citations; \302\267 Non-compliance conferences; or Efforts by the Department to revoke a facility\342\200\231s license. Each report (documenting a Type A citation) shall remain posted for 30 days along with the Notice of Site Visit (printed out during this inspection). Failure to meet the posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty. In addition, all parents of currently enrolled children and any newly enrolled child for the following 12 months shall receive a copy of report and sign the LIC 9224 acknowledging receipt. Civil Penalty assessments will be assessed if all above requirements are not adhered to .Center was found to be operating within its specified ratio and capacity. Children file were reviewed and contained emergency contact information, staff files were reviewed and contained qualifications. There are no deficiencies are being cited in accordance to Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations and/or Health & Safety codes. LPA's issued 1 Technical Assistance (TA) for expired Mandated reporter training. Mandated reporter training on record Expired 3/18/2022. \302\2471596.8662 (b) (1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018 , is a licensed child care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training. - www.mandatedreporterca.com Notice of Site Visit has been posted (LIC9213). The notice shall be posted for 30 consecutive days. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a $100.00 civil penalty. Copies of this report must be posted for 30 days in visible location the authorized representatives of children. Exit interview conducted with Site Supervisor Linda Walker.. A copy of the Appeal Rights (LIC 9058) were given and explained. Site supervisor signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights.

Citations

No citations recorded on this visit

The inspector found no violations of California child care regulations during this visit.

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What happened during the March 30, 2022 inspection of PSD/APPLE VALLEY HEAD START?

This was a inspection inspection of PSD/APPLE VALLEY HEAD START on March 30, 2022. The inspection found no deficiencies and no citations were issued.

Were any citations issued to PSD/APPLE VALLEY HEAD START on March 30, 2022?

No citations were issued during this inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations.

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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