> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.caqualityearlylearning.org/printable-inspection-list-tool/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.caqualityearlylearning.org/printable-inspection-list-tool/preschool-prelicensing/buildings-and-grounds.md).

# Buildings and Grounds

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<table data-full-width="true"><thead><tr><th width="191" align="center">Section Title</th><th width="435" align="center">Regulation/Statute Language</th><th width="148" align="center">Reviewed?</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td align="center">Day Care Centers HSC 1596.954</td><td align="center">Every licensed child day care center shall have one or more carbon monoxide detectors in the facility that meet the standards established in Chapter 8 (commencing with Section 13260) of Part 2 of Division 12. The department shall account for the presence of these detectors during inspections.</td><td align="center">Y / N</td></tr><tr><td align="center"><a href="https://t22.caqualityearlylearning.org/licensing/advertisements-and-license-number">Advertisements and License Number CCR 101162(a)(1)</a></td><td align="center">(a) Licensees shall reveal each child care center license number in all advertisements in accordance with Health and Safety Code Section 1596.861.</td><td align="center">Y / N</td></tr><tr><td align="center"><a href="https://t22.caqualityearlylearning.org/application-procedures/disaster-and-mass-casualty-plan">Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan CCR 101174(a)</a></td><td align="center">(a) Each licensee shall have a disaster and mass casualty plan of action. The plan shall be in writing and shall be readily available.</td><td align="center">Y / N</td></tr><tr><td align="center"><a href="https://t22.caqualityearlylearning.org/application-procedures/disaster-and-mass-casualty-plan">Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan CCR 101174(b)</a></td><td align="center">(b) The plan shall be subject to review by the Department and shall include:</td><td align="center">Y / N</td></tr><tr><td align="center"><a href="https://t22.caqualityearlylearning.org/application-procedures/disaster-and-mass-casualty-plan">Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan CCR 101174(b)(1)</a></td><td align="center">(1) Designation of administrative authority and staff assignments.</td><td align="center">Y / N</td></tr><tr><td align="center"><a href="https://t22.caqualityearlylearning.org/application-procedures/disaster-and-mass-casualty-plan">Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan CCR 101174(b)(2)</a></td><td align="center">(2) Contingency plans for action during fires, floods and earthquakes including, but not limited to, the following:</td><td align="center">Y / N</td></tr><tr><td align="center"><a href="https://t22.caqualityearlylearning.org/application-procedures/disaster-and-mass-casualty-plan">Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan CCR 101174(b)(2)(A)</a></td><td align="center">(A) Fire safety plan.</td><td align="center">Y / N</td></tr><tr><td align="center"><a href="https://t22.caqualityearlylearning.org/application-procedures/disaster-and-mass-casualty-plan">Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan CCR 101174(b)(2)(B)</a></td><td align="center">(B) Means of exiting.</td><td align="center">Y / N</td></tr><tr><td align="center"><a href="https://t22.caqualityearlylearning.org/application-procedures/disaster-and-mass-casualty-plan">Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan CCR 101174(b)(2)(C)</a></td><td align="center">(C) Transportation arrangements.</td><td align="center">Y / N</td></tr><tr><td align="center"><a href="https://t22.caqualityearlylearning.org/application-procedures/disaster-and-mass-casualty-plan">Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan  CCR 101174(b)(2)(D)</a></td><td align="center">(D) Relocation sites that are equipped to provide safe temporary accommodations for children.</td><td align="center">Y / N</td></tr><tr><td align="center"><a href="https://t22.caqualityearlylearning.org/application-procedures/disaster-and-mass-casualty-plan">Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan CCR 101174(b)(2)(E)</a></td><td align="center">(E) Supervision of children during evacuation or relocation, and contact after relocation to ensure that relocation has been completed as planned.</td><td align="center">Y / N</td></tr><tr><td align="center"><a href="https://t22.caqualityearlylearning.org/application-procedures/disaster-and-mass-casualty-plan">Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan CCR 101174(b)(2)(F)</a></td><td align="center">(F) Means of contacting local agencies, including but not limited to the fire department, law enforcement agencies, and civil defense and other disaster authorities.</td><td align="center">Y / N</td></tr><tr><td align="center"><a href="https://t22.caqualityearlylearning.org/application-procedures/disaster-and-mass-casualty-plan">Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan CCR 101174(b)(3)</a></td><td align="center">(3) Any special methods and procedures necessary for the evacuation and relocation of nonambulatory children.</td><td align="center">Y / N</td></tr><tr><td align="center"><a href="https://t22.caqualityearlylearning.org/application-procedures/disaster-and-mass-casualty-plan">Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan CCR 101174(c)</a></td><td align="center">(c) The licensee shall instruct all children, age and abilities permitting, and all child care personnel, including volunteers, in their duties and responsibilities under the plan.</td><td align="center">Y / N</td></tr><tr><td align="center"><a href="https://t22.caqualityearlylearning.org/application-procedures/disaster-and-mass-casualty-plan">Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan CCR 101174(d)</a></td><td align="center">(d) Disaster drills shall be conducted at least every six months.</td><td align="center">Y / N</td></tr><tr><td align="center"><a href="https://t22.caqualityearlylearning.org/application-procedures/disaster-and-mass-casualty-plan">Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan CCR 101174(d)(2)</a></td><td align="center">(2) The drills shall be documented. This documentation shall be kept in the child care center for at least one year.</td><td align="center">Y / N</td></tr><tr><td align="center"><a href="https://t22.caqualityearlylearning.org/continuing-requirements/telephones">Telephones CCR 101224(a)</a></td><td align="center">(a) All child care centers shall have working telephone service on the premises.</td><td align="center">Y / N</td></tr><tr><td align="center"><a href="https://t22.caqualityearlylearning.org/physical-environment/indoor-activity-space">Indoor Activity Space CCR 101238.3(a)</a></td><td align="center">(a) There shall be at least 35 square feet of indoor activity space per child based on the total licensed capacity.</td><td align="center">Y / N</td></tr><tr><td align="center"><a href="https://t22.caqualityearlylearning.org/physical-environment/indoor-activity-space">Indoor Activity Space CCR 101238.3(b)</a></td><td align="center">(b) The floors of all rooms shall have a surface that is safe and clean.</td><td align="center">Y / N</td></tr><tr><td align="center"><a href="https://t22.caqualityearlylearning.org/physical-environment/drinking-water">Drinking Water CCR 101239.2(a)</a></td><td align="center">(a) Drinking water from a noncontaminating fixture or container shall be readily available both indoors and in the outdoor activity area.</td><td align="center">Y / N</td></tr><tr><td align="center"><a href="https://t22.caqualityearlylearning.org/physical-environment/drinking-water">Drinking Water CCR 101239.2(a)(1)</a></td><td align="center">(1) Children shall be free to drink as they wish.</td><td align="center">Y / N</td></tr></tbody></table>

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