South Dakota Administrative Rules
Title 44 - Department of Health
Article 44:69 - Birth centers
Chapter 44:69:08 - Construction standards
Section 44:69:08:03 - Birth rooms for birth centers with two or fewer beds
Current through Register Vol. 51, page 43, September 23, 2024
Each birth room in a birth center with two or fewer beds shall meet the following requirements:
(1) Each birth room shall be a minimum of 120 square feet (10.05 square meters) including the newborn area;
(2) At least one birth room shall be wheelchair accessible;
(3) Each birth room shall have an egress window to the outside;
(4) A work station and handwashing sink shall be in close proximity to each birth room. Handwashing facilities shall be equipped with hands-free controls and have a water supply spout mounted so that the discharge is a minimum five inches above the rim of the fixture;
(5) Each birth room shall be equipped with battery operated emergency lighting and protective lamp covers; and
(6) Each birth room shall have available oxygen and suction. Use of portable equipment is permitted.
General Authority: SDCL 34-12-62(1) and (5).
Law Implemented: SDCL 34-12-62(1) and (5).