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Facilities Planning

A program's physical environment is crucial for providing quality services. With these resources, learn to develop systems for maintaining and scheduling repairs for facilities and create conducive learning environments. Discover how to establish resilient facilities and emergency response systems for natural disasters.

Explore budgeting sources, safety guidelines, and regulations for purchasing, constructing, or renovating a Head Start facility.

6 Steps for Conducting a Risk Assessment

Mon, 08/14/2023 - 10:51

Learn how a comprehensive risk assessment can help you prepare your facility to protect children and staff during a natural disaster.

5 Key Steps in Implementing a Disaster Management Plan

Mon, 08/14/2023 - 11:14

Use these five key steps as you implement your disaster management plan.

Resilient Facilities

Mon, 08/14/2023 - 12:49

Learn how to establish resilient facilities that prioritize the safety of children and staff and ensure the prompt resumption of Head Start program services.

Natural Disasters and Head Start Facilities

Wed, 10/04/2023 - 11:02

Learn how to establish resilient facilities and implement emergency response systems that ensure programs are ready to assess, prepare, respond to, and recover from natural disasters.

Preparing Head Start Facilities for Natural Disasters

Wed, 12/20/2023 - 16:06

Learn how to create a customized disaster management plan that addresses your facility’s specific needs.

Establish an Emergency Preparedness Mindset

Wed, 12/20/2023 - 16:26

Learn about the need to develop and maintain resilient Head Start facilities.

Anticipate and Mitigate Natural Disaster Risks

Thu, 12/21/2023 - 08:36

Learn how to anticipate the most likely natural disasters and how facilities planning can help you mitigate risks to the children and staff in your program.

Collect Resources and Assess Facility Vulnerabilities

Thu, 12/21/2023 - 08:45

Explore key resources that can help Head Start programs assess their facility’s strengths and vulnerabilities.

Prepare Your Facility for a Hurricane

Thu, 12/21/2023 - 08:57

Learn how to prepare your facility to withstand the impact of a hurricane.

Prepare Your Facility for a Tornado

Thu, 12/21/2023 - 09:04

Learn how to prepare your facility to withstand the impact of a tornado.

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