1. (1) A forensic mental health facility (FMHF) must have an area for social activities at a minimum of 25 square feet per client.
2. (2) An FMHF must have a quiet area for clients to utilize according to facility policy.
3. (3) An FMHF must have a dining space at a minimum of 35 square feet per client. The dining space may be located off a secured unit in a central area.
4. (4) An FMHF must have a minimum of two classrooms with work tables or desks for client use.
5. (5) If an FMHF has a vocational training area, it must be equipped with appropriate tools and code-compliant equipment for client use.
6. (6) An FMHF must have a gymnasium and a separate client exercise room which includes appropriate exercise equipment in sufficient quantity for client use.
7. (7) An FMHF must have a secured outside recreational exercise area with both an enclosed individual client area and a large fenced group area.

8. (8) An FMHF must have examination or treatment rooms for private consultation. These rooms must have at a minimum the following:

   1. (a) 100 square foot floor area;
   2. (b) a hand-washing station;
   3. (c) storage facilities; and
   4. (d) a desk, counter, or shelf space for writing or electronic documentation.

Authorizing statute(s): 50-5-103, MCA

Implementing statute(s): 50-5-103, 53-5-201, 50-5-204, MCA

History: NEW, 2016 MAR p. 144, Eff. 1/23/16.