South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 61 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
Subchapter 61-75 - Standards for Licensing Day Care Facilities for Adults
Sec2 61-75.2600 - PHYSICAL PLANT
Section 61-75.2600.2601 - Signal System
Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 9, September 27, 2024
A. The Facility shall have a signal system consisting of a call button for each bed, bath, and toilet. The Facility shall have a light at or over each resting room visible from the corridor. The Facility shall have an audio-visual master station in a location continuously monitored by Staff or a radio frequency wireless system per the most current version of UL 1069 standards for Emergency Call Systems.
B. The Facility shall have a signal system consisting of an audio-visual device that cannot be interrupted located in all utility rooms, medicine storage rooms, lounges, storage rooms, and areas where Staff congregate.
C. The Facility shall ensure the signal system activates by pull cord or electronic device. The Facility shall ensure the pull cord hangs to a maximum of four (4) inches above the finished floor.