California childcare rule 101216(f)

The Personal Rights of Children notice (LIC 613A) must be posted in a conspicuous, accessible location and provided to each parent at admission.

Medium severity #10 most-cited rule in California 642 cited findings

Source: CA DSS public inspection records · last reviewed 5/12/2026

By the numbers

642
Lifetime citations of 101216(f) in California
615
Distinct facilities cited for this rule
#10
Most-cited rule rank in California
Medium
Severity tier

What inspectors look for

  • LIC 613A not posted in lobby or entry area
  • Posted notice not in primary language of facility
  • No record of parent receiving rights notice at admission
  • Notice posted but obscured by other materials
  • Outdated version of notice still in use

How to stay compliant with 101216(f)

Use the evidence list above as a daily-walk-through checklist. Most 101216(f) citations come from documentation gaps that surface during routine inspection — not surprise findings. Build the habit of capturing evidence (signed forms, dated logs, training records) and most of these go away.

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Frequently asked questions

What does California childcare rule 101216(f) require?

The Personal Rights of Children notice (LIC 613A) must be posted in a conspicuous, accessible location and provided to each parent at admission.

What evidence do CA DSS inspectors look for under 101216(f)?

Inspectors typically check for: LIC 613A not posted in lobby or entry area; Posted notice not in primary language of facility; No record of parent receiving rights notice at admission; Notice posted but obscured by other materials; Outdated version of notice still in use.

How often is 101216(f) cited in California?

101216(f) is the #10 most-cited rule in California, with 642 lifetime citations across CA DSS inspections — at least 615 distinct facilities have been cited for this rule.

What is the severity of 101216(f) citations?

Medium severity. Medium and low severity citations rarely trigger adverse action alone but accumulate against renewal review.

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