ARF ARF Licensing Requirements 2

Question 1

An ARF operator wants to add a second location. What is required?

Accepted Answer

A separate license for each facility location

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An addendum to the existing license

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Approval from the county only

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No additional action if same capacity

Question 2

Which of the following would result in automatic revocation of an ARF license?

Accepted Answer

Conviction of the licensee for a crime directly related to residents' welfare

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A single unannounced inspection finding minor deficiencies

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Failure to submit the renewal form 30 days early

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A resident complaint that is later unsubstantiated

Question 3

What action must an ARF operator take when selling the facility?

Accepted Answer

The new owner must apply for a new license before assuming operations

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Transfer the existing license to the new owner

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Notify DSS within 90 days after the sale

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Post a bond with the county assessor

Question 4

Which of the following fees applies when an ARF applies for an initial license?

Accepted Answer

A licensing fee based on licensed capacity

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A flat $500 administrative fee

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No fee is required for nonprofit facilities

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A fee paid only after the first inspection

Question 5

What is the purpose of a provisional ARF license?

Accepted Answer

To allow a new operator to begin operations while completing all licensing requirements

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To permit facilities to exceed their licensed capacity temporarily

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To operate without fire clearance for 90 days

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To waive background check requirements for staff

Question 6

How must an ARF operator notify DSS of a change in the facility's administrator?

Accepted Answer

In writing within 10 days of the change

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Verbally at the next scheduled inspection

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Within 30 days by certified mail only

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Only at the time of license renewal