- (a) The crisis stabilization unit shall obtain an annual fire and safety inspection from the State Fire Marshal or local authorities which documents approval for continued occupancy.
(b)
- (1) Crisis stabilization unit staff shall know the exact location, contents, and use of first-aid supply kits and firefighting equipment and fire detection systems.
- (2) All firefighting equipment shall be annually maintained in appropriately designated areas within the facility.
(c)
(1) The crisis stabilization unit shall post written plans and diagrams noting:
- (A) Emergency evacuation routes in case of fire; and
- (B) Shelter locations in case of severe weather.
- (2) All exits must be clearly marked.
- (d) Facility grounds shall be maintained in a manner which provides a safe environment for clients, personnel, and visitors.
- (e) The crisis stabilization unit facility director or his or her designee shall appoint a safety officer.
(f)
(1) The crisis stabilization unit shall:
- (A) Have an emergency preparedness program designed to provide for the effective utilization of available resources so client care can be continued during a disaster; and
- (B) Evaluate the emergency preparedness program annually and update as needed.
- (2) Policies for the use and control of personal electrical equipment shall be developed and implemented.
- (g) The crisis stabilization unit shall have an emergency power system to provide lighting throughout the facility.
(h)
- (1) The crisis stabilization unit facility director shall ensure there is a written plan to respond to internal and external disasters.
- (2) External disasters include, but are not limited to, tornadoes, explosions, and chemical spills.
- (i) All crisis stabilization units shall be inspected annually by designated fire and safety officials of the municipality who exercise fire/safety jurisdiction in the facility's location, which results in the facility being allowed to continue to operate.
- (j) The crisis stabilization unit shall have a written infection control program and staff shall be knowledgeable of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Guidelines for Tuberculosis and of the Blood Borne Pathogens Standard, location of spill kits, masks, and other personal protective equipment.
(k)
(1) The crisis stabilization unit shall have a written hazardous communication program and staff shall be knowledgeable of:
- (A) Chemicals in the workplace; and
- (B) The location of material safety data sheets and personal protective equipment.
- (2) Toxic or flammable substances shall be stored in approved locked storage cabinets.
- (l) The crisis stabilization unit’s telephone number or numbers and actual hours of operation shall be posted at all public entrances.
(m) Signs must be posted at all public entrances informing staff, clients, and visitors as to the following requirements:
- (1) No alcohol or illicit drugs are allowed in the crisis stabilization unit facility; and
- (2) No firearms or other dangerous weapons are allowed in the crisis stabilization unit facility with the exception of law enforcement while in the performance of their duties.
- (n) A copy of compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. § 2000d et seq., and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. § 2000e et seq., shall be prominently displayed within the acute crisis unit facility.
(o) Crisis stabilization units shall:
- (1) Provide separate bedroom areas for males and females;
- (2) Provide sufficient clean linens for clients; and
- (3) Provide adequate barriers to divide clients.
(p)
- (1) Plumbing in crisis stabilization units shall be in working condition to avoid any health threat.
- (2) All toilets, sinks, and showers shall be clean and in working order.
(q)
- (1) There shall be at least one (1) toilet, one (1) sink, and one (1) shower or tub per every eight (8) crisis stabilization unit beds.
- (2) This means that a crisis stabilization unit shall have no less than one (1) toilet, one (1) sink, and one (1) shower or tub.
- (r) A secure locked storage shall be provided for client valuables when requested.
(s) Separate storage areas are provided and designated for:
- (1) Food, kitchen, and eating utensils;
- (2) Clean linens;
- (3) Soiled linens and soiled cleaning equipment; and
- (4) Cleaning supplies and equipment.
(t)
- (1) When handling soiled linen or other potentially infectious material, universal precautions are to be followed and addressed in the crisis stabilization unit policies and procedures.
- (2) Hazardous and regulated waste shall be disposed of in accordance with federal requirements.
- (u) Poisons, toxic materials, and other potentially dangerous items shall be stored in a secured location.