R501-16-7. Physical Facilities

A. Live-in staff shall have separate living space with a private bathroom, bedroom and kitchen.

B. The program shall have space to serve as an administrative office for records, secretarial work and bookkeeping.

C. Indoor space for free and informal activities of consumers shall be available.

D. Provision shall be made for consumer privacy.

E. Space shall be provided for private and group counseling sessions.

F. Sleeping Space:

1. No more than four persons shall be housed in a bedroom.

2. A minimum of sixty square feet per consumer shall be provided in a multiple occupant bedroom. Storage space shall not be counted.

3. A minimum of eighty square feet per individual shall be provided in a single occupant bedroom. Storage space shall not be counted.

4. Sleeping areas shall have a source of natural light, and shall be ventilated by mechanical means or equipped with a screened window that opens.

5. Each bed shall be solidly constructed, no portable beds, and be provided with clean linens.

6. Sheets and pillowcases shall be changed and cleaned at least weekly.

7. Sleeping quarters serving male and female consumers shall be structurally separated.

8. Consumers shall be allowed to decorate and personalize bedrooms in accordance with individual treatment plans, with respect for other residents and property.

G. Bathrooms

1. The program shall have separate bathrooms for males and females. These shall be maintained in good operating order and in a clean and safe manner.

2. Each consumer shall be supplied with toilet paper, towels, soap and other items required for personal hygiene.

3. Bathrooms shall be ventilated by mechanical means or equipped with a screened window that opens.

4. Bathrooms shall meet a minimum ratio of one toilet, one lavatory and one tub or shower for each six residents.

5. There shall be toilets and baths or showers that allow for individual privacy.

6. There shall be safety mirrors secured to the walls at convenient heights.

7. Bathrooms shall be located to allow access without disturbing other residents during sleeping hours.

H. There shall be indoor and outdoor space adequate to accommodate exercise and recreation.