(a)

1. (1) The program will apply these standards to all sites operated by the program regardless of ownership.
2. (2) The primary concern of the program should always be the safety and well-being of the clients and staff.

(c)

1. (1) Provide evidence of current valid certifications, which are maintained on site of all applicable buildings, fire and safety, health, and all other applicable inspections.
2. (2) All items of concern noted in these inspections shall immediately be addressed/corrected.

(d) Private residences shall not be used to provide treatment unless:

1. (1) There is a separate entrance to areas in which services are rendered; and
2. (2) Services are provided in an area used exclusively for treatment.

(g) Maintain fire extinguisher or fire extinguishers that:

1. (1) Are accessible;
2. (2) Are in working order; and
3. (3) Have attached documentation of annual inspection.

(k) Conspicuous warning signs must be posted at all public entrances informing staff, volunteers, clients, and visitors as to the following requirements:

1. (1) No alcohol or illicit drugs are allowed in the facilities;
2. (2) No firearms, or other dangerous weapons, are allowed in the facilities with the exception of law enforcement while in the performance of their duties; and
3. (3) The use of tobacco is not allowed in the facilities.

(n) Residential facilities shall provide:

1. (1) Separate bedroom areas for males and females, adults and adolescents (thirteen (13) through seventeen (17) years of age;
2. (2) Separate bathroom facilities for males and females, adults and adolescents (thirteen (13) through seventeen (17) years of age;
3. (3) Adequate barriers to divide the population, as determined by the Office of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention;
4. (4) Window coverings to allow for privacy;
5. (5) Sufficient lighting so as to avoid injury;
6. (6) Sufficient clean linens with covered storage; and

7. (7) Sleeping areas that shall have at least:

   1. (A) Fifty (50) usable square feet per person in single occupancy rooms;
   2. (B) Forty-eight (48) usable square feet per person in multiple occupancy rooms;
   3. (C) Individual storage for clothes and personal items; and
   4. (D) Bedrooms used for detoxification must have single beds (no bunk beds allowed).

(o)

1. (1) Adult clients shall remain separated from the adolescent population during all times with the exception of mixed therapy sessions.

2. (2) Programs will maintain this separation by any means necessary, including:

   1. (A) A structural separation;
   2. (B) Continuous monitoring; or
   3. (C) Any combination of efforts required to ensure compliance with this standard.

(p)

1. (1) Plumbing must be in working condition to avoid any health threat.
2. (2) All toilets, sinks, and showers shall be clean and in working order.
3. (3) There shall be at least one (1) toilet, one (1) sink, and one (1) shower or tub per every eight (8) residential clients.

(q)

1. (1) Laundry facilities shall be available in the facility or on a contractual basis.

2. (2) When provided at the facility, laundry rooms shall be kept separate from:

   1. (A) Bedrooms;
   2. (B) Living areas;
   3. (C) Dining areas; and
   4. (D) Kitchen.

(r)

1. (1) Storage will be at least twelve inches (12”) above the floor.
2. (2) A secure locked storage is available for client valuables when requested.

3. (3) Separate storage areas are provided and designated for:

   1. (A) Food, kitchen, and eating utensils;
   2. (B) Clean linens;
   3. (C) Soiled linens and soiled cleaning equipment; and
   4. (D) Cleaning supplies and equipment.