(a)

1. (1) Partial hospitalization programs shall apply these standards to all sites operated.
2. (2) The primary concern of the partial hospitalization program should always be the safety and well-being of the clients and staff.
3. (3) Partial hospitalization programs shall be physically located in the State of Arkansas.
4. (4) Partial hospitalization programs shall provide a safe and sanitary environment.

(b)

1. (1) A partial hospitalization program is defined by its staff and organizational structure rather than by a specific building or facility.

2. (2) It may operate at more than one (1) site if the respective sites:

   1. (A) Meet all physical facility standards; and
   2. (B) Operate as a portion of a total partial hospitalization program.
3. (3) The Department of Human Services will issue a single certificate of compliance to the parent organization (behavioral health agency), which will list all operational sites.