Violation
California Code § 101238.2(d)(2)Outdoor Space Safety
How CCLD inspectors cite this regulation, what providers do to stay clear of it, and where it appears in the public record.
Regulation text
What California Code § 101238.2(d)(2) actually says
California Code § 101238.2(d)(2)
Free of hazards including, but not limited to, holes, broken glass and other debris, and dry grasses that pose a fire hazard.
From the field
What providers tell us about this citation
Based on community experience, not official guidance.
Inspectors walk the entire outdoor space before they even come inside. They look down at ground level, scan fence lines, and check corners where debris collects. Broken glass from a neighbor's yard, a rusted nail near the fence post, or gopher holes along the perimeter are all things that get written up on the spot. Dry grass is a seasonal trigger. During fire season, inspectors actively look for dead vegetation within your play area and along property edges. The difference between a verbal heads-up and a documented deficiency usually comes down to whether kids are actively using the space. If children are outside playing near the hazard when the inspector arrives, expect a Type A citation.
By the numbers
- 16*CCLD
- facilities cited in the last 90 days
- 12*CCLD
- counties where this citation appeared
- 39*CCLD
- rank among most-common citations
- Trajectory
- More citations than the prior period+5 facilities
That is 1 in 5000 facilities CCLD inspected.
SOURCE
*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Divisionviolation_citationsUpdated weekly
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*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Divisionviolation_citationsUpdated weekly
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*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Divisionviolation_citationsUpdated weekly
Last 90 days vs. previous 90 days.
16 facilities were cited for this in the last 90 days. See if yours is one of them.
What other providers do
Common practices to stay clear of Outdoor Space Safety
Common practices shared by providers. Confirm requirements with your licensing analyst.
Common practices
What to avoid
- Only inspecting the main play area and ignoring perimeter zones. Debris, broken glass, and holes tend to accumulate along fence lines and in corners that aren't part of daily play, but inspectors check the entire licensed outdoor footprint.
- Assuming landscaping maintenance handles fire hazards. Your gardener might mow the lawn but skip dry brush along the fence or dead plants in raised beds. CCLD holds you responsible for all vegetation within your outdoor activity space.
- Filling gopher holes or ground depressions with loose dirt that washes away after rain. Inspectors return and find the same hazard reappearing. Use compacted fill or gravel and check after weather events.
- Relying on a morning walkthrough but skipping afternoon checks. Wind blows debris in, kids drag items from other areas, and conditions change throughout the day. Inspectors can arrive at any time and assess what they find in that moment.
Regional record
Where this citation appeared in the past 90 days
Citation counts and rates by California county, drawn from CCLD inspection records. Click a county to see its weekly intelligence report.
| County | Citations |
|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 3 |
| Shasta | 2 |
| Santa Cruz | 2 |
| Merced | 1 |
| Alameda | 1 |
| Riverside | 1 |
| San Diego | 1 |
| Sacramento | 1 |
| Stanislaus | 1 |
| San Joaquin | 1 |
SOURCE
*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Divisionviolation_citationsUpdated weekly
Public record
Check any facility for § 101238.2(d)(2)
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Answers based on public CCLD data and regulation text. May not reflect recent changes.
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This information is educational and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed child 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.