Code of Massachusetts Regulations
103 CMR - DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION
Title 103 CMR 974.00 - County Correctional Facilities - Sanitation And Hygiene
Section 974.08 - Personal Hygiene
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
Each county correctional facility shall provide the means for inmates to adhere to acceptable personal hygiene practices, including:
(1) Availability of articles needed for personal hygiene, including, but not limited to, soap, toothpaste or tooth powder, toothbrush, and articles for feminine hygiene;
(2) Availability of sufficient showers or bathtubs as required by State or local codes;
(3) Water temperature for showering or bathing shall be thermostatically controlled (minimum 110°F, maximum 130°F); and
(4) Written policy and procedure shall provide for the availability of hair care services. The Sheriff/facility administrator may charge a reasonable fee not to exceed $10.00 for any haircut provided.