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Melba Findling
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About this facility
Operating details and county context
Operating details
- Capacity
- 14 children
- Age range
- 0 months to 5 years (4 infants max)
- Phone
- (562) 322-3031
- Licensed since
Orange County context
2,923*CCLD
Total facilities
2.4*CCLD
Avg citations
5.6*CCLD
Avg visits
1.3*CCLD
Avg complaint visits
*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Division. Updated weekly. Last refresh .
Citations
4 citations on record
Every regulation cited on a CCLD inspection of this facility, sourced from the public record. Each row links to the visit’s inspector narrative.
What does Type A vs Type B mean?
Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.
Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.
2025
- 102416(c)Type B
PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS
Based on records review and interview statements, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in one out of one CPR certificate, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. The licensee stated she was under the impression that her CPR was still valid.
- 102425(j)(2)Type B
INFANT SAFE SLEEP
Based on interview statements, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in two of two infants present at the daycare. The licensee stated she did not document the 15-minute safe sleep checks, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
2023
- 102417(g)(1)Type B
OPERATION OF A FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME
Based on observation and records review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 1 fire extinguishers, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 1596.8662(b)(1)Type B
ARTICLE 2. Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
Based on observation, records review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 1 mandated reporter certificates, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Inspection record
2 visits on record since 2023. Most recent on 2025-02-25.
2 routine inspections.
- Inspection2 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection2 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
4 citations across the record on file
Nearby
Other licensed daycares in La Habra
FAQ
Common questions about this facility
Is Melba Findling licensed in California?
Yes, Melba Findling is currently licensed in California. It has been licensed since 2003.
How many citations does Melba Findling have?
Melba Findling has 4 citations on record: 4 Type B citations. It has received 2 visits (2 inspections).
When was Melba Findling last inspected?
Melba Findling was last inspected on February 25, 2025 (about 1 year ago). California CCLD typically inspects licensed childcare facilities annually or following a complaint.
What type of childcare is Melba Findling?
Melba Findling is a Family Child Care Home (FCC), which is a home-based program licensed to care for up to 14 children with a licensed capacity of 14 children. It is located in La Habra, Orange County, California.
How does Melba Findling compare to other daycares in Orange County?
Melba Findling has 4 citations. The county average is 2.4 citations per facility. There are 2,923 licensed childcare facilities in Orange County.
Does Melba Findling have any serious violations?
Melba Findling has no Type A (serious) citations. All 4 citations on record are Type B, which are less serious regulatory violations.
What ages does Melba Findling serve?
Melba Findling serves children from infants to age 5. It has a licensed capacity of 14 children.
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