Haw. Code R. § 11-148.1-59 - Sleeping arrangement

(a) The sleeping arrangement for an adult with I/DD shall include suitable light, ventilation, and provision for proper rest and privacy.

(b) No adult with I/DD shall sleep in the same room with:

(1) Any member of the certified caregiver's family;

(2) Certified or substitute caregiver; or

(3) Children.

(c) Household members, substitute caregivers and adults with I/DD shall sleep in approved bedrooms that meet state and county standards.

(d) The bedroom of the adult with I/DD shall be on the same level of the home and in close proximity to the certified caregiver or substitute caregiver's bedroom for care and supervision purposes. If the bedroom of the adult with I/DD is not in close proximity to the certified caregiver's bedroom, a monitoring device may be required.

(e) No adult with I/DD shall sleep in a detached building or in an unfurnished attic, room, basement, hallway, or stairway.

(f) Individual beds shall be spaced at least three feet apart to provide sufficient passageway between beds.

Notes

Haw. Code R. § 11-148.1-59

[Eff 8/2/2021] (Auth: HRS §§ 321-9, 321-11.2) (Imp: HRS § 321-11.2)