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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 406210335
Report Date: 09/19/2024
Date Signed: 10/01/2024 04:09:51 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 10/01/2024 04:09 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117
FACILITY NAME:APODACA FCC AKA BUSY BEE DAYCAREFACILITY NUMBER:
406210335
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		MARY APODACAFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(805) 481-8498
CITY:ARROYO GRANDESTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93420
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 14CENSUS: 5DATE:
09/19/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
01:00 PM
MET WITH:Mary ApodacaTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
03:00 PM
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On 09/19/24, at 1:00 PM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Elvin Baddley and Matthew Sapien conducted an unannounced Annual Random inspection of the abovementioned Family Child Care Home (FCCH). LPAs met with Mary Apodaca, Licensee of the FCCH, and explained the nature and purpose of the inspection. The LPAs, in the company of Licensee, toured the interior and exterior of the FCCH. The house is a four bedroom and four bathroom single story dwelling. The home’s playroom (converted garage), bathroom, and backyard are used for child care while the remainder of the FCCH is excluded. At the time of the inspection, five children are present, along with two Assistants (cleared and associated).

LPAs observed the FCCH to be clean and orderly. The bathroom, which is used for care, is clean and free of toxins. LPAs observed cleaning compounds in a secured cabinet in the bathroom inaccessible to children. Cleaning products are also observed in the entry area in an elevated shelf beyond the reach of children in care. Licensee informed LPAs that their current roster of children don't require medication, however, a First Aid Kit is kept in the entry area in an elevated position inaccessible to children. LPAs observed age appropriate toys, furnishings, and equipment in the FCCH.

LPAs observed required licensing forms and documents post on the wall near the entry door of the FCCH. LPAs also observed a combination smoke/carbon monoxide detector near the entry of the FCCH. The detector was tested at 1:22 PM and found to be operable. LPAs observed a regulation fire extinguisher in the FCCH which was last serviced on 9/4/24. LPAs reminded the Licensee to either service or purchase a regulation fire extinguisher annually. LPAs reviewed the FCCH's fire/disaster drill log. The most recent fire drill occurred on 9/5/24. A fireplace is located in an excluded part of the FCCH which is inaccessible to children in care.

The FCCH's backyard is enclosed by chain link fencing. The fence’s entry/exit gates are secure. The footing in the backyard area is made up of natural grass, sand and wood chips. (CONT. 809-C, Page 2)
SUPERVISORS NAME: Maria Mueller
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Matthew Sapien
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 09/19/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 09/19/2024
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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117
FACILITY NAME: APODACA FCC AKA BUSY BEE DAYCARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 406210335
VISIT DATE: 09/19/2024
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LPAs observed the backyard to be partitioned by wrought iron fencing. LPAs observed a green house in the back yard as well as sheds containing household goods and yard equipment. Toys and play equipment observed in backyard are age appropriate. LPAs observed no bodies of water on site.

LPAs reviewed children's records. All records reviewed are current and complete. A current roster of children was reviewed by the LPAs as was documentation noting the children (0-24 months) sleep in 15 minute intervals. LPAs also reviewed the Licensee's records. The Licensee's records are current and complete with Pediatric CPR and First Aid certifications expiring on 7/9/26 (EMSA approved) and Mandated Reporter training expiring on 1/17/25. Two dogs are on site. LPAs found vaccination records for each dog and reviewed records to be current. Licensee informed LPAs firearms and ammunition are on site. LPAs noted and ensured firearms and ammunition are stored separately, secured and in an excluded area of the FCCH which is inaccessible to children in care.

The Licensee does not provide Incidental Medical Services (IMS). Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing 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 publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a licensed Family Child Care Home. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

LPAs discussed the safe sleep regulations with Licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an for additional resource. LPAs also informed Licensee of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. (CONT. 809-C, Page 3)

SUPERVISORS NAME: Maria Mueller
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Matthew Sapien
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/19/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/19/2024
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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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117
FACILITY NAME: APODACA FCC AKA BUSY BEE DAYCARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 406210335
VISIT DATE: 09/19/2024
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During the exit interview, the Licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility when LPAs completed an RSO profile in FAS on 9/19/24.

A Notice of Site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee Mary Apodaca.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Maria Mueller
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Matthew Sapien
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/19/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/19/2024
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