Routine inspection·August 5, 2022

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Babatunde Ibitoye met with program generalist Deborah Harris , today for the purpose of conducting an unannounced Annual/Random inspection for the Barstow Head start . There are 9 children present upon arrival with 2 teachers in classroom 91 and 7 Children with 2 teacher in Classroom 90, the hours of operation are 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Friday. LPA verified there is at least 1 staff person present with current CPR and First Aid training (exp. 09-21-23) During the time of the inspection, LPA observed and reviewed records to verified accuracy: 1. Sampling of children's (5) records (See LIC 857) 2. Sign In and Out sheets were inspected. 3. Emergency contact information observed 4. Parent board observed 5. Staff personnel files reviewed for educational and certification (See LIC 859 & LIC 500) 6. Pediatric CPR and First Aid training for one staff 7. Mandated Reporter Training 8. Emergency Fire Drills were current and up to date *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 4 Classrooms, Bathrooms (4) noted all toilets , sinks (4) 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 napping equipment. *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: *Program generalist 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. A review of medication policy indicated that prescription medication is administered only with parent's written permission. The Teacher administers medication and documents the dosage, date and time onto a log. Medication remain on site in under lock and key .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: Serious health and safety violations resulting in Type A citations; · Non-compliance conferences; or Efforts by the Department to revoke a facility’s 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. Deficiencies Cited : one deficiencies are being cited in accordance to Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations and/or Health & Safety codes. See LIC 809D . 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 generalist Deborah Harris. A copy of the Appeal Rights (LIC 9058) were given and explained. Program generalist signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights.