California RulesQuestion 237 of 319
Regarding the inspection placard (e.g., green 'A' / yellow 'B' / red 'C') issued in California counties that use grade placards, the operator must:
a.Replace it with the operator's own sign showing a higher score
b.Post a photo of an older, better placard on the door
c.Hide it in a drawer to avoid embarrassing customers
d.Post the current placard in a visible location at the entrance and not remove, alter, or obscure it
Explanation
Counties using a grade placard system require the most recent placard to be conspicuously posted at the customer entrance. Removing, altering, defacing, or covering the placard is a violation that can lead to fines and additional enforcement action.
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