New Jersey Administrative Code
Title 8 - HEALTH
Chapter 43B - STANDARDS FOR LICENSURE OF ADULT FAMILY CARE CAREGIVERS AND SPONSOR AGENCIES
Subchapter 11 - PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT AND HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES
Section 8:43B-11.5 - Bathroom facilities

Universal Citation: NJ Admin Code 8:43B-11.5

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 6, March 18, 2024

(a) The client shall have access to a bathroom with a handwashing sink, toilet, bathtub or shower, and a lockable door. The bathroom shall be accessible without disturbing the private space of another occupant of the home.

(b) There shall be at least one toilet, together with a handwashing sink, for every six persons living in the home.

(c) The temperature of the hot water used for bathing and handwashing shall be at least 105 degrees and shall not exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit.

(d) Handrails shall be installed, if needed by the client.

(e) Non-slip surfaces shall be available in each shower or bath.

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