Violation

California Code § 87303(c)Window Screen Repair

How CCLD inspectors cite this regulation, what operators do to stay clear of it, and where it appears in the public record.

Type B, generalAffects rcfe163 facilities cited in the last 90 days

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to residents. 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.

Educational reference based on public CCLD inspection records. Not legal or compliance advice. Verify requirements with official sources. Full disclaimer

Regulation text

What California Code § 87303(c) actually says

California Code § 87303(c)

All window screens shall be clean and maintained in good repair.

From the field

What operators tell us about this citation

Based on community experience, not official guidance.

156 California RCFEs have a window screen citation. Add screens to your monthly maintenance walk and keep spares on site, because a single torn screen in a resident room is enough for a Type B finding and a follow-up visit.

By the numbers

163^*CCLD: facilities cited in the last 90 days
18^*CCLD: counties where this citation appeared
--^*CCLD: rank among most-common citations
Trajectory: Steady; Last 90 days vs. previous 90 days.

163 facilities were cited for this in the last 90 days. See if yours is one of them.

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What other operators do

Common practices to stay clear of Window Screen Repair

Common practices shared by operators. Confirm requirements with your licensing analyst.

Common practices

Keep all window screens clean
Maintain all window screens in good repair
Repair or replace torn or damaged screens promptly

What to avoid

Overlooking small tears that let pests into resident areas
Cleaning screens only when an inspection is expected
Having no maintenance log to show routine screen checks

Regional record

Where this citation appeared in the past 90 days

Citation counts and rates by California county, drawn from CCLD inspection records.

Regional citations for Window Screen Repair, last 90 days
County	Citations
Los Angeles	47
Contra Costa	15
Riverside	14
San Joaquin	13
Santa Clara	12
Alameda	9
Orange	7
San Bernardino	7
Stanislaus	6
Kern	5

SOURCE

*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Divisionviolation_citations2026-07-13Updated weekly

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Answers based on public CCLD data and regulation text. May not reflect recent changes.

What is a window screen violation in an RCFE?

It means a facility's window screens were dirty, torn, or in poor repair. Title 22, Section 87303(c) requires every screen to be clean and maintained in good repair. The point is pest control: a damaged screen lets flies, mosquitoes, and rodents into resident rooms and dining areas. A small tear looks minor, but an LPA reads it as a sanitation and safety gap.

How common is this violation in California assisted living?

It is one of the more routine maintenance findings. According to California CCLD inspection records, 156 California RCFEs have been cited under Section 87303(c), most as Type B violations, a potential risk if left unrepaired. Los Angeles County leads with 47 citations, followed by Contra Costa with 15 and Riverside with 14. Screens are an easy thing to overlook and an easy thing to fix.

What happens if an RCFE is cited for damaged screens?

As a Type B citation, a screen deficiency is treated as a potential risk rather than an immediate one. The LPA documents the condition, gives you a correction date, and confirms the repair at the next visit. Type B citations carry civil penalties, lower than Type A penalties. The bigger downside is that a screen finding often signals broader maintenance lapses an inspector will then look for.

How do I fix or prevent this violation?

Add window screens to your monthly maintenance walk-through. Check each screen for tears, holes, and built-up dust, and clean or replace it on the spot. Keep a few spare screens and a repair kit on site so a small fix never waits for a vendor. Log the date you checked each wing. A maintenance record tells the LPA the upkeep is routine, not a scramble before the visit.

Does this violation affect my RCFE license?

A single window screen citation will not threaten your license, but CCLD keeps it in your record. The risk is cumulative: repeated facility maintenance findings build a picture of deferred upkeep that licensing reviewers weigh. Screens also tend to travel with other physical-plant citations, and clusters draw scrutiny. Fix the screens quickly, document it, and keep the maintenance log current to close the issue.

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This information is educational and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed residential care compliance consultant for guidance specific to your facility. Citation data is sourced from California Community Care Licensing Division public records and is refreshed regularly.

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