Louisiana Administrative Code
Title 48 - PUBLIC HEALTH-GENERAL
Part I - General Administration
Subpart 3 - Licensing and Certification
Chapter 42 - Adult Day Health Care
Subchapter J - Physical Environment
Section I-4293 - ADHC Furnishings

Universal Citation: LA Admin Code I-4293

Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 9, September 20, 2024

A. The center shall be furnished so as to meet the needs of the participants. All furnishings and equipment shall be kept clean and in good repair.

B. Lounge and Recreational Areas. Adequate furniture shall be available and shall be appropriate for use by the participants in terms of comfort and safety.

C. Dining Area. Furnishings shall include tables and comfortable chairs sufficient in number to serve all participants. Meals may be served either cafeteria style or directly at the table depending upon the method of food preparation or physical condition of the participants.

D. Kitchen. If the center has a kitchen area, it shall meet all health and sanitation requirements and shall be of sufficient size to accommodate meal preparation for the proposed number of participants.

E. Toilet Facilities. There shall be sufficient toilet and hand-washing facilities to meet the needs of both males and females. The number of toilets and hand- washing facilities shall be not less than one for each 12 participants.

1. There shall be at least two toilet facilities when males and females are served.

2. Toilets and hand-washing facilities shall be equipped so as to be accessible for people with disabilities.

F. Isolation/Treatment Room. There shall be a separate room or partitioned area for temporarily isolating a participant in case of illness. This room may be furnished with a bed or a recliner for the participant's use.

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 36:254 and 40:2120.41-46.

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