1. (1) State-operated community residential transitions (SOCR-T) must ensure that the following home safety requirements are met for each client unless otherwise specified in the client's person-centered service plan:

   1. (a) A safe and healthy environment;
   2. (b) Accessible telephone equipment and a list of emergency contact numbers;
   3. (c) An evacuation plan developed and practiced with the client;
   4. (d) Unblocked door and window for emergency exit;
   5. (e) A safe storage area for flammable and combustible materials;
   6. (f) An operating smoke detector, with a light alarm for clients with hearing impairments;
   7. (g) An accessible flashlight or other safe accessible light source in working condition; and
   8. (h) Basic first-aid supplies.

2. (2) Unless otherwise specified in the client's person-centered service plan, SOCR-T must regulate household water temperature as follows:

   1. (a) Maintain water temperature in the household no higher than 120 degrees Fahrenheit; and
   2. (b) Check water temperature when the client first moves into the household and at least once every three months from then on.
3. (3) SOCR-T must keep records that indicate that requirements under this section are met for each client.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 71A.12.030 and 10.77.675. WSR 25-23-045, s 388-848-0200, filed 11/13/25, effective 12/14/25.]