197750040-8-30-2022-12-CC-CHEH-CHSNEP-20220830102415

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197750040
Report Date: 08/30/2022
Date Signed: 08/30/2022 10:24:26 AM

Document Has Been Signed on 08/30/2022 10:24 AM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME:	PALMDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT - DO HEAD START		FACILITY NUMBER:	197750040
ADMINISTRATOR:	DR. MELANIE CULVER		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	975 EAST AVENUE P-8		TELEPHONE:	(661) 266-7864
CITY:	PALMDALE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	93550
CAPACITY:	15	CENSUS: 12	DATE:	08/30/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	08:07 AM
MET WITH:	Joe Vega-Smith		TIME COMPLETED:	11:00 AM

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	On 8/30/2022, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Carol Heath met with the School Readiness Coordinator (SRC), Joe Vega-Smith for the purpose of conducting an unannounced Annual/Random inspection. Center is located at the Head Start District Office location. The center consists of 1 room. The children start 7:45 am to 2:30 pm. The hours of operation are 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Upon arrival, LPA observed 1 classroom in use with a total of 12 preschool children and 3 teachers (Tammy Pickett, Celina Guzman and Christine Munerlyn) on the premises. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. LPA toured and inspected the 1 classroom. Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness and good repair. The Center provides potty training. There is 1 bathroom and 2 sinks. Staff bathroom is on the left side of the classroom. The children's bathroom is on the right side of the classroom and contains 2 toilets, 1 sink and 1 pull down changing table. LPA observed a sufficient quantity of cots available for napping children. Bedding and linens were individually stored so that each child's bedding is identifiable, and no child's used bedding comes into contact with other bedding. The sheets and blankets are washed weekly (sent home with parents to wash or staff wash after hours) and cots are sanitized daily. The telephone service was verified. Heating, lighting, and ventilation are adequate. There are cubbies for children's belongings in each classroom. LPA observed age-appropriate toys and materials. There are cubbies for children's belongings along the walls in classroom. There is a water dispenser for drinking water and disposable cups. There are 2 doors in the classroom. 1 door will be used to enter and the other to exit. Both doors have an alarm, which sounds when opened. Doors will be kept locked during center hours. There is an adjacent multipurpose/storage/office room for staff that will not be used for childcare. Doors will be kept locked during childcare hours.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta Yates	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 08/30/2022

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/30/2022

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: PALMDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT - DO HEAD START	FACILITY NUMBER: 197750040
	VISIT DATE: 08/30/2022

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The facility's menu is posted in the room. Meals are brought by the district daily. The facility serves breakfast, lunch and snack. Allergy lists are posted in the office. LPA observed an appropriate amount of food and snacks. Refrigerator will be used for medications as well as locked storage cabinet for other medications.

There are fire alarms and carbon monoxide detectors located by the doors. Fire extinguishers are maintained properly. The staff conducted the monthly check on 8/9/2022.
LPA inspected and observed Furniture and equipment was observed to be in good condition, free of sharp, lose or pointed parts. There is a moveable bin for solid waste kept in good repair.

LPA observed a fully stocked first aid kit; fully charged fire extinguishers; carbon monoxide detectors throughout the center. There is a Fire Drill/Earthquake log posted, and a current Roster available.

The parent board was reviewed and has all the required forms posted. Fire/earthquake drills current. Children are inspected for illnesses as they arrive. A review of medication policy indicated that prescription medication is administered only with the parent's written permission. The administers medication and documents the dosage, date, and time onto a log. Medication is brought and taken home by the parent daily. Medication is properly labeled and stored in its original container. There are currently 1 child in care with IMS needs. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to the publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

There is a separate area for isolation and care of ill children in the office. There is a mat available for ill children. An isolated toilet and sink are available for ill children in the staff restroom.

Sign-in and out sheets were reviewed. The facility uses a digital sign-in sheet. The Teacher to child ratio was observed and staff names were recorded. Care and supervision were evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. LPA observed a parent board consisting of licensing required postings. Fire/earthquake drills current.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta Yates	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 08/30/2022

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/30/2022

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: PALMDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT - DO HEAD START	FACILITY NUMBER: 197750040
	VISIT DATE: 08/30/2022

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10 Children's records and 3 staff records were reviewed. LPA verified there is at least 1 staff person present with current CPR and First Aid Training (exp. 09/22/2022). Mandated Reporter expires 2022.
The outdoor play equipment was inspected for health, safety, cushioning material, good repair, and age appropriateness. The play area has sand and concrete. There is an area for rest (canopy). A water pitcher and disposable cups are brought outside during play. The play area was inspected and found to be free of hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water. Separate playground schedule for school-age and preschool children. The jungle gym is anchored. There is a bike path, jungle gym, and other age-appropriate toys.

The following general information was discussed during this inspection:

The incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to the publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm. The Center does not provide IMS at this time.

Mandated Reporter Training Requirements: §1596.8662 - As of January 1, 2018, child care providers, administrators, or employees who work in a licensed facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided according 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.

Immunization Requirements: §1596.7995 (a)(1) Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a daycare center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year.

All Licensing reports are available for review online and are considered public information. Summary: Assembly Bill 2621 added Section 1596.819 to the Health and Safety Code, to require the Department to post certain licensing information for CCCs and FCCHs on its public internet website.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta Yates	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 08/30/2022

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/30/2022

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: PALMDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT - DO HEAD START	FACILITY NUMBER: 197750040
	VISIT DATE: 08/30/2022

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Safe Sleep Information: California Department of Public Health – California SIDS Program: http://www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/SIDS/pages/default.aspx
AAP – Safe Sleep Campaign: http://www.healthychildcare.org/sids/html
AAP-Free Training: Reducing the Risk of SIDS in Early Education and Child Care: http://shop.aap.org/Reducing-the-Rick-of-SIDS-in-Early-Education-and-Child-Care
And Caring for our Children, Safe Sleep Practices and SIDS/Suffocation Risk Reduction: http://cfoc/nrckids/org/standardview/spccol/safe_sleep

Fingerprint clearances and transfers: Before working or volunteering in a licensed childcare facility, all individuals subject to a criminal record review shall obtain a clearance or criminal record exemption. If a fingerprint clearance has been obtained through the Department, Licensee may request a transfer of a criminal record clearance from one state licensed facility to another using form LIC 9184

**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). In addition; all parents of currently enrolled children and any newly enrolled child for the following 12 months shall receive a copy of the report documenting a Type A Citation and sign form LIC 9224 acknowledging receipt. Staff is aware of required forms for children's files and forms that shall be posted after licensure.

**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 are aware of situations that present the greatest danger to children.

**Parent Board contained all documents that are required to be posted according to Title 22 Regulations. Staff is certified in Pediatric CPR and First Aid (exp 10/5/2023). Sign-in and out were inspected and contained full legal signatures. There is a fully stocked first aid kit available and a fully charged fire extinguisher and carbon monoxide detectors in place. Fire Drill/Earthquake log is posted.
No deficiencies are being cited at this time, the facility complies with Title 22

Exit interview conducted with Director. A copy of this report is discussed and left with School Readiness Coordinator Joe Vega-Smith.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claretta Yates	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3407
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath	TELEPHONE: (661) 202-3709
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 08/30/2022

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/30/2022

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