South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 61 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
Subchapter 61-84 - Standards for Licensing Community Residential Care Facilities
Sec2 61-84.2500 - HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONING
Section 61-84.2500.2501 - General (I)

Universal Citation: SC Code Regs 61-84.2500.2501

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

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

B. The facility shall maintain a temperature of between 72 and 78 degrees F. in resident areas.

C. No HVAC supply or return grill shall be installed within three feet of a smoke detector. (I)

D. HVAC grills shall not be installed in floors.

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

F. All kitchen areas shall be adequately ventilated in order for all areas to be kept free from excessive heat, steam, condensation, vapors, smoke, and fumes.

G. Each bath/restroom shall have either operable windows or have approved mechanical ventilation.

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