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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198003645
Report Date: 12/01/2022
Date Signed: 12/01/2022 12:36:42 PM


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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754



FACILITY NAME:MEZA FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
198003645
ADMINISTRATOR:MEZA, MARTHAFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(323) 822-6978
CITY:MONTEBELLOSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90640
CAPACITY:14CENSUS: 2DATE:
12/01/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:30 AM
MET WITH:Licensee, Martha MezaTIME COMPLETED:
01:00 PM
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At 9:30 am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lilli Babcock conducted an unannounced required 1-year inspection to the above facility. A COVID risk assessment was conducted upon entry and appropriate PPE was used. LPA met with Licensee, Martha Meza, to whom the reason for the visit was explained. Per Licensee, there are 8 children currently enrolled. There were 2 children, and no additional adults present upon arrival. The licensee was observed to be operating within the license capacity limitations.

The licensee states that 1 adult (licensee) and no children currently live in the home. Per Licensee, there are no assistants in the facility. All adults living in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance.

This is a one-story home which consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, daycare room, garage, front yard, side yard, and backyard which is fenced.

Per licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, living room, dining room, kitchen, garage, and front yard. The children have access to daycare room, one bathroom, and side yard which is fenced and gated.

Licensee guided analyst on a tour of the facility at 9:45 am. During this visit, all areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were toured and inspected and the following was observed.
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOostenTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli BabcockTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 12/01/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 12/01/2022
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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: MEZA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198003645
VISIT DATE: 12/01/2022
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Facility License, Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent’s Rights Poster, and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist were observed to be posted in the home next to the daycare room where parents drop off the children. A current children’s roster was available for review.

There is telephone service via a cellphone that stays at the facility during operation hours. Hours of operation are Monday – Friday, 7:30 am - 5:30 pm. There is central air and heating in the home. LPA observed an electric fireplace in the daycare room that is screened making it inaccessible to children.

Detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications were observed to be inaccessible to children. Per Licensee there are no poisons in the home. LPA advised that any poisons should be locked under key or combination lock. Licensee states that there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home.

The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher was serviced on 8/7/18, as indicated on service tag. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable.

All homes shall conduct fire and disaster drills at least once every six months and document the date and time of each drill. Last drill documented was conducted on 10/5/22.

The home is observed to be clean and orderly. There are first aid supplies available. There are age-appropriate toys available for children. Appropriate sleeping arrangements in form of cots were observed. Licensee states that she is not currently caring for infants at this time.

Currently, children are using the side yard for outdoor play time, which is accessed by a door between the kitchen and daycare room. The outdoor play area was observed to be fenced and gated. LPA observed that the outdoor yard has toys and other materials for children to play with. No bodies of water were observed on this day.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOostenTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli BabcockTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/01/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/01/2022
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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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: MEZA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198003645
VISIT DATE: 12/01/2022
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At 10:00 am children’s records were reviewed, including emergency information, and were observed to be complete.

At 10:30 am Licensee records were reviewed, and LPA observed that Licensee has a Mandated Reporter Training Certificate that expired on 4/1/2020. www.mandatedreporterca.com
The licensee has completed training on preventive health practices including Pediatric First Aid and CPR. The licensee's Pediatric First Aid and CPR expires on 7/3/23.

LPA issued an LIC 857, Children’s Record Review, and LIC 859, Staff Record Review to the licensee which documents staff and children’s files reviewed during this inspection.

Per licensee, there are no pets on the premises. Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per Licensee, no one smokes in the home.

LPA did not observe the following items during the inspection: Infant Walkers, Johnny Jumpers, trampolines, Saucer Chairs, and/or any other item that fall into these categories are not permitted in a family child care facility.

LPA also informed licensee Martha Meza 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.

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

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOostenTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli BabcockTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/01/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/01/2022
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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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: MEZA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198003645
VISIT DATE: 12/01/2022
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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 publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm


To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or tools, please send them by email to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/process.

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.

LPA 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 additional resource. LPA also informed licensee of the importance of checking for recalled

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOostenTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli BabcockTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/01/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/01/2022
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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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: MEZA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198003645
VISIT DATE: 12/01/2022
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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.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.


Based on the LPAs observations and records review, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health and safety.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Martha Meza.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOostenTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli BabcockTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/01/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/01/2022
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Document Has Been Signed on 12/01/2022 12:36 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754


FACILITY NAME: MEZA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198003645

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 12/01/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102417(g)(1)
Operation of A Family Child Care Home
(g) The home shall be free from defects or conditions which might endanger a child. Safety precautions shall include but not limited to: (1) Fireplaces and open face heaters shall be screened to prevent access by children. The home shall contain a fire extinguisher and smoke detector device which meet standards established by the State Fire Marshall.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 of 3 fire extinguishers observed in the facility with an expired service tag date of 8/7/18, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 12/02/2022
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Licensee will obtain a new fire extinguisher and email picture of the receipt to LPA by 12/2/22.
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Deficient Practice Statement
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Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Brandi VanOostenTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3365
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Lilli BabcockTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 12/01/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 12/01/2022
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