Hawaii Administrative Rules
Title 11 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Subtitle 1 - GENERAL DEPARTMENTAL PROVISIONS
Chapter 96 - FREESTANDING ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTERS
Section 11-96-30 - Physical plant construction requirements
Current through February, 2024
(a) The center shall be fully accessible to and functional for physically handicapped clients, personnel, and the public.
(b) Each center shall comply with state and local building requirements.
(c) Each center shall have a working, listed telephone on the premises.
(d) Temperature and humidity shall be maintained within a normal comfort range.
(e) There shall be provisions within the center for one or more areas for dining, social activities, secluded areas, and therapy areas.
(f) Total area for recreational and dining activities shall be not less than fifty square feet per client.
(g) Activity, dining and service areas shall be accessible to all clients.
(h) There shall be one toilet room for every twelve clients.
(i) Ramps must be designed to permit use by clients in wheelchairs. Ramps shall meet the provisions of the 1987 Uniform Building Code.
(j) Walls and floors of rooms used by clients shall be made of materials which shall permit washing or cleaning.
(k) Where appropriate, screening of doors and windows shall be provided, using screening having sixteen meshes per inch.
(l) Double acting doors shall be provided with vision panels of sufficient height to permit use by walkers as well as wheelchair riders.
(m) The minimum clear width of a corridor shall be thirty-six inches except that corridors serving one or more clients who require the use of a wheel chair or walking aids shall be not less than forty-four inches. Stationary handrails shall be installed at least along one side of corridors.
(n) Locked storage space shall be provided for janitors' supplies and equipment. Storage space, conveniently located, for general and specialized equipment shall be provided.
(o) The water supply shall be in accordance with Chapter 340E, Hawaii Revised Statutes.
(p) Chapter 11-39 relating to air conditioning and ventilation, shall be followed.
(q) Flashlights shall be in readiness and functional at all times.
(r) Open flame types of light shall not be used.
(s) Space for outdoor activities shall be easily accessible to all clients and protected from traffic.
(t) Facilities shall be maintained in accordance with provisions of state and county fire safety, sanitation laws and ordinances.