Louisiana Administrative Code
Title 48 - PUBLIC HEALTH-GENERAL
Part I - General Administration
Subpart 3 - Licensing and Certification
Chapter 85 - Intermediate Care Facilities for Persons with Developmental Disabilities
Subchapter H - Physical Environment
Section I-8611 - Exterior Space

A. An ICF/DD shall ensure that all structures on the grounds of the facility accessible to individuals are maintained in good repair and are free from excessive hazard to health or safety.

B. An ICF/DD shall maintain the grounds of the facility in an acceptable manner and shall ensure that the grounds are free from any hazard to health or safety.

C. Garbage and rubbish which is stored outside shall be stored securely in non-combustible, covered containers and shall be removed on a regular basis. Trash collection receptacles shall be separate from the recreational area and be located as to avoid being a nuisance to neighbors.

D. Areas determined to be unsafe including, but not limited to, steep grades, cliffs, open pits, swimming pools, high voltage boosters or high speed roads shall be fenced off. All fences shall be in good repair.

E. An ICF/DD shall have at least 75 square feet of accessible exterior recreational space for each client. The recreational space shall be enclosed with secure fencing if necessary to protect clients. Recreational equipment, if used, shall be so located, installed and maintained as to ensure the safety of individuals.