Each birth room in a birth center with two or fewer beds shall meet the following requirements:
- (1) Each birth room shall be a minimum of 120 square feet (10.05 square meters) including the newborn area;
- (2) At least one birth room shall be wheelchair accessible;
- (3) Each birth room shall have an egress window to the outside;
- (4) A work station and handwashing sink shall be in close proximity to each birth room. Handwashing facilities shall be equipped with hands-free controls and have a water supply spout mounted so that the discharge is a minimum five inches above the rim of the fixture;
- (5) Each birth room shall be equipped with battery operated emergency lighting and protective lamp covers; and
- (6) Each birth room shall have available oxygen and suction. Use of portable equipment is permitted.
Source: 38 SDR 115, effective January 9, 2011.
General Authority: SDCL 34-12-62(1) and (5).
Law Implemented: SDCL 34-12-62(1) and (5).