Each abortion facility shall be designed and equipped for the types of abortion procedures to be performed.
- (1) A minimum area of 45 square feet in each recovery station;
- (2) Privacy curtains surrounding each recovery station;
- (3) A work station and handwashing sink. Handwashing facilities shall be equipped with hand-free controls and have a water supply spout mounted so that the discharge is a minimum of five inches above the rim of the fixture;
- (4) Adequate lighting with protective covers to prevent lamps from shattering;
- (5) An emergency call system to summon staff; and
(6) Battery operated emergency lighting.
Recovery services shall include:
- (1) Provisions for immediate post-procedure care; and
- (2) Emergency drugs and supplies specified by the medical staff.
Recovery rooms shall meet the following requirements:
Source: 33 SDR 107, effective December 26, 2006.
General Authority: SDCL 34-23A-51.
Law Implemented: SDCL 34-23A-51(5).