Pennsylvania Code
Title 28 - HEALTH AND SAFETY
Part V - Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs
Chapter 705 - PHYSICAL PLANT STANDARDS
Subchapter B - NONRESIDENTIAL FACILITIES
Section 705.29 - Child care
Universal Citation: 28 PA Code ยง 705.29
Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 12, March 23, 2024
When a nonresidential facility admits children for services or for custodial care, the following requirements apply:
(1) Building exterior and grounds. The nonresidential facility shall:
(i) Fence off or have natural barriers to
protect children from all areas determined to be unsafe including steep grades,
open pits, swimming pools, high voltage boosters or roads.
(ii) Provide access to outdoor recreational
space and recreational equipment.
(2) Interior space. The nonresidential facility shall:
(i) Provide an
interior play area which meets the developmental and recreational needs of the
children in care.
(ii) Maintain
security screens or safety locks for all operable windows.
(iii) Maintain protective caps over each
electrical outlet.
(iv) Secure all
hazardous and poisonous substances and materials with safety latches or
locks.
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