A facility may contain one or more single occupancy cells for the temporary holding of violent persons. Violent cells shall include the following features and equipment:
- (1) Furnishings. The cell shall be equipped with a hammock, not less than 2 feet 3 inches wide and 6 feet 3 inches long, made of an elastic or fibrous fabric. A bench abutting the wall, the length or width of the cell, at least 2 feet 3 inches wide and 6 feet 3 inches long and not more than 8 inches above the floor may be provided in lieu of a hammock;
- (2) Plumbing. Flushing type floor drains with outside controls shall be provided;
- (3) Cell Size. Cell shall contain not less than 40 square feet of clear floor space;
- (4) Padding. Walls, floor, and bench shall be completely covered with a material to protect the inmate from self injury. The type of material used to cover the walls, floor, and bench shall be fire resistive and nontoxic.
Source Note:The provisions of this §259.744 adopted to be effective September 2, 1997, 22 TexReg 8405.