California child care inspection records

(a) Each licensed child day care center shall be subject to unannounced inspections by the department. The department shall inspect these facilities as often as necessary to ensure the quality of care provided. ... (c) (1) The department shall conduct an annual unannounced inspection of no less than 30 percent of facilities not subject to an evaluation under subdivision (b). ... (d) The department shall inspect a licensed child day care center at least once every three years.

Type A Citation: Type A citations are issued for the most serious types of violations, in which there is an immediate risk to the health, safety or personal rights of those in care. Examples include lack of care and supervision, lack of a fire clearance for the building and access to dangerous chemicals. Citations for these violations will always be issued, even if the violation is corrected on the spot.

Type B Citation: Type B citations are issued for violations that if not corrected may become an immediate risk to the health, safety or personal rights of clients. Examples include faulty medical record keeping and lack of adequate staff training.

Deficiency: A violation of a statute or regulation. ... Citation: A notice of deficiency issued to a licensee for a violation of a statute or regulation.

How long are reports kept on this website? This site contains reports for the most recent 60 months. All reports beyond 60 months are maintained at the facility and the local state licensing Regional Office.