South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 61 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
Subchapter 61-103 - Residential Treatment Facilities for Children and Adolescents
Sec2 61-103.2500 - HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC) (II)

Universal Citation: SC Code Regs 61-103.2500

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 9, September 27, 2024

A. The HVAC system shall be inspected at least once every year by a certified and/or licensed technician.

B. The facility shall maintain a temperature of between seventy-two (72) and seventy-eight (78) degrees Fahrenheit in resident areas.

C. A facility shall not install a HVAC supply or return grille within three (3) feet of a smoke detector. (I)

D. A facility shall not install HVAC grilles in floors.

E. Return air ducts shall be filtered and maintained to prevent the entrance of dust, dirt, and other contaminating materials. The system shall not discharge in a manner that would be an irritant to residents, staff, or visitors.

F. A facility shall have each shower, bath, and restroom with either operable windows or have approved mechanical ventilation.

G. An exhaust fan and Type I hood of proper size shall be installed over the cook stoves and ranges vented to the outside.

H. Hoods, vents, ducts, and removable filters shall be maintained clean and free of grease accumulations.

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