CALIFORNIA ADULT RESIDENTIAL FACILITY
(ARF) ADMINISTRATOR EXAM 2
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES
2025
1. What is the minimum age requirement to be an ARF Administrator?
A. 18 years
B. 21 years
C. 25 years
D. 30 years
Rationale: Title 22 regulations require ARF administrators to be at least 21
years old to ensure maturity and legal competency.
2. How often must an ARF conduct a fire drill for staff and clients?
,A. Monthly
B. Every 3 months
C. Every 6 months
D. Once a year
Rationale: Fire drills must be conducted at least every three months and
should include all shifts.
3. Which department licenses ARFs in California?
A. California Department of Public Health
B. OSHA
C. California Department of Social Services (CDSS), Community Care
Licensing Division
D. Department of Developmental Services
Rationale: CDSS, specifically CCLD, is responsible for licensing and
monitoring ARFs under Title 22.
4. What is the maximum number of residents allowed in a small ARF?
A. 4
B. 6
C. 8
D. 10
, Rationale: A small ARF is defined as having a capacity of 6 or fewer
residents.
5. A plan of operation must be submitted:
A. Before the first resident moves in
B. With the initial application
C. After licensing is approved
D. Only if requested by CCLD
Rationale: The plan of operation is a required part of the initial application
package for licensure.
6. Which of the following is required in resident records?
A. Bank statements
B. Physician’s report (LIC 602)
C. Pet records
D. Voting history
Rationale: A current LIC 602 completed by a physician is required to assess
the resident’s needs.
7. An incident report must be submitted to the licensing agency within:
(ARF) ADMINISTRATOR EXAM 2
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES
2025
1. What is the minimum age requirement to be an ARF Administrator?
A. 18 years
B. 21 years
C. 25 years
D. 30 years
Rationale: Title 22 regulations require ARF administrators to be at least 21
years old to ensure maturity and legal competency.
2. How often must an ARF conduct a fire drill for staff and clients?
,A. Monthly
B. Every 3 months
C. Every 6 months
D. Once a year
Rationale: Fire drills must be conducted at least every three months and
should include all shifts.
3. Which department licenses ARFs in California?
A. California Department of Public Health
B. OSHA
C. California Department of Social Services (CDSS), Community Care
Licensing Division
D. Department of Developmental Services
Rationale: CDSS, specifically CCLD, is responsible for licensing and
monitoring ARFs under Title 22.
4. What is the maximum number of residents allowed in a small ARF?
A. 4
B. 6
C. 8
D. 10
, Rationale: A small ARF is defined as having a capacity of 6 or fewer
residents.
5. A plan of operation must be submitted:
A. Before the first resident moves in
B. With the initial application
C. After licensing is approved
D. Only if requested by CCLD
Rationale: The plan of operation is a required part of the initial application
package for licensure.
6. Which of the following is required in resident records?
A. Bank statements
B. Physician’s report (LIC 602)
C. Pet records
D. Voting history
Rationale: A current LIC 602 completed by a physician is required to assess
the resident’s needs.
7. An incident report must be submitted to the licensing agency within:
