1. 1. A fire extinguisher, inspected annually;
2. 2. Smoke alarm devices in working condition;
3. 3. Alternative methods of escape from second story;
4. 4. Modern sanitation facilities;
5. 5. Freedom from physical hazards;
6. 6. A written emergency plan that is communicated to all new residents at orientation;
7. 7. An up-to-date listing of medical and other emergency resources in the community;
8. 8. A separate bed for each resident, with clean sheets and linens weekly;
9. 9. A bedroom that is well illuminated and ventilated; is in reasonably good repair; is not a hallway, unfinished basement or attic; and provides conditions for privacy;
10. 10. A place to store residents' clothing and personal items;
11. 11. Sanitary toilet and bath facilities that are adequate for the number of residents;
12. 12. A safe and clean place for indoor and outdoor recreation;
13. 13. Adequate furniture;
14. 14. Adequate laundry facilities or laundry services;
15. 15. A clean and pleasant dining area;
16. 16. Adequate and nutritionally balanced meals; and
17. 17. Daily provision of clean clothing and articles necessary for maintaining proper personal hygiene.

Each family oriented group home shall have:

Statutory Authority

§§ 16.1-309.9, 66-10, and 66-24 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 29, Issue 25, eff. January 1, 2014.