1. (1) The provider shall ensure that any appliance and electrical, HVAC, and plumbing system is maintained in operating order.

2. (2)(a) The provider shall maintain the site in a clean and safe manner that is free from any hazard, excrement, grime, infestation, trash, and anything that could pose a risk to a client's health and safety.

   1. (b) The provider shall keep furnishings and finishes clean and in good repair.
   2. (c) The provider shall maintain the home, outdoor area, and equipment in a safe manner to prevent injury to a client.

3. (3) The provider shall ensure:

   1. (a) any chemicals are stored in consideration of the safety and risk level of any client served;
   2. (b) any set of three or more stairs is equipped with secured handrails;

   3. (c) each bathroom has at least:

      1. (i) a way to provide privacy to the user;
      2. (ii) a working tub or shower; and
      3. (iii) toilet paper and soap;
   4. (d) emergency numbers, including 911, are near the telephone or in an area clearly visible to anyone needing the information;
   5. (e) no animal that has a history of dangerous, attacking, or aggressive behavior is accessible to a client;
   6. (f) the proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials and bio-contaminants;
   7. (g) the site's street address number is visible from the street;

   8. (h) the water heater is maintained at a low setting and does not exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit;

      1. (i) there are at least two ways of egress on each level of the site;
   9. (j) there is a working telephone on-site that is accessible to each client for any emergency call; and
   10. (k) when there is any firearm on the premises, that each firearm is not loaded and is in a cabinet, safe, or area that is locked with a key, combination, or fingerprint lock, unless the firearm's use is in accordance with Title 53, Chapter 5, Part 7, Concealed Firearm Act.

4. (4) The residential support certification provider shall ensure:

   1. (a) each client bedroom on the ground level has a minimum of one window that may be used as egress if there is a fire;
   2. (b) each client bedroom that is not on the ground level has a minimum of two exits, at least one of which shall exit directly to outside of the building that may be used as egress if there is a fire;

   3. (c) there is a kitchen that is equipped with at least:

      1. (i) a working stove;
      2. (ii) a working sink; and
      3. (iii) a working refrigerator;
   4. (d) there is at least one toilet and hand washing sink that each client can easily access without going through the private room of any other individual; and
   5. (e) there is a working tub or shower for client access.
5. (5) The provider shall document any deviation from this section as a result of client choice in the person-centered support plan.

KEY: licensing, human services, Division of Services for People with Disabilities, DSPD certified

Date of Last Change: June 11, 2025

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 26B-1-202(1)