Rules & Regulations of the State of Tennessee
Title 0250 - Children's Services
Subtitle 0250-04 - Standards for Regulated Institutions
Chapter 0250-04-05 - Standards for Residential Child Caring Agencies
Section 0250-04-05-.11 - REQUIREMENTS FOR WILDERNESS CAMPS

(a) There must be a minimum of one acre per child.

(b) The topography must be such that standing water conducive to the breeding of mosquitoes and other safety hazards is not allowed to collect.

(c) Areas must be selected that prevent offensive conditions and safety hazards.

(d) Debris, noxious plants, and uncontrolled weeds and brush must not be present.

(e) A space to pursue appropriate recreational activities must be available.

(a) All Wilderness Camps must be approved by the Tennessee Department of Health and Environment and must meet conditions set forth in the State of Tennessee Camp Sanitation Act and its regulation (T.C.A. § 68-28-103) prior to becoming operative and annually thereafter.

(b) A water supply approved by the Tennessee Department of Health and Environment prior to operation of the facility must be available. Annual inspection of this system conducted by the Tennessee Department of Health and Environment must be required thereafter.

(a) Bathing, handwashing, and toileting facilities must be adequately housed and approved by the Tennessee Department of Health and Environment. The facilities must be well maintained at all times. Separate facilities must be available to males and females.

(b) Bathroom facilities must meet conditions set forth in the State of Tennessee Camp Sanitation Act and its regulations. T.C.A. § 68-28-103.

(c) Laundry Facilities. If not otherwise provided, on sight facilities must be available and supplied with hot and cold water under pressure.

(a) All Wilderness Camps must be approved by the Tennessee Department of Insurance, Fire Safety Division prior to becoming operative. Annual Fire Safety inspections in accordance with state regulations must be conducted. Documentation of each inspection must be provided.

(b) The facility must have written fire safety procedures which must include provision of regular fire drills and documentation of each drill.

(a) All permanent buildings must meet appropriate state and local codes.

(b) All habitable, common use rooms, yard areas, and pathways shall be provided with adequate lighting fixtures.

(c) Temporary Housing. All housing must be approved by the Tennessee Department of Insurance, Fire Safety Division, Tennessee Department of Health and Environment and all applicable zoning codes.

(d) Permanent Structures. Permanent structures must be provided for infirmary purposes, administrative purposes and must serve as a refuge in hazardous conditions. They must meet requirements set forth by the Tennessee Department of Insurance, Fire Safety Division and the Tennessee Department of Health and Environment.