Administrative Rules of Montana
Department 37 - PUBLIC HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Chapter 37.106 - HEALTH CARE FACILITIES
Subchapter 37.106.14 - Minimum Standards for Chemical Dependency Facilities
Rule 37.106.1466 - PETS
Universal Citation: MT Admin Rules 37.106.1466
Current through Register Vol. 18, September 20, 2024
(1) When pets are kept on the premises, the SUDF must write and adhere to procedures for their care and maintenance.
(2) When animals are kept on the premises, the following conditions must be met:
(a) proof of current vaccinations must be
kept on file at the facility;
(b)
pets not confined in enclosures must be under control;
(c) pets must not present a danger to
clients, staff members, or visitors;
(d) pets are not permitted in food
preparation, storage, or dining areas during meal preparation time or during
meal service or in an area where their presence would create a significant
health or safety risk to others;
(e) staff members and clients must wash their
hands after handling animal food and animal waste;
(f) pets must be kept clean and
disease-free;
(g) pet enclosures,
bedding, equipment, and supplies are kept clean and in good repair;
and
(h) protocols are in place to
address how reasonable accommodations will be made for clients and staff
members with allergies to animals housed in the facility or who may visit the
facility as part of a therapeutic treatment program.
(3) The SUDF will not keep or bring in ferrets, turtles, iguanas, lizards, or other reptiles, psittacine birds (birds of the parrot family), or any wild or dangerous animals.
(4) This rule does not apply to service animals.
AUTH: 50-5-103, MCA; IMP: 50-5-103, MCA
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