Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0940-05-26-.01 - POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR PLACEMENT SERVICES FACILITIES

(1) The written policies and procedures manual must include the following elements:

(a) Procedures for tuberculosis control and reporting of infectious and communicable diseases to the Tennessee Department of Health;

(b) Policies and procedures establishing minimum requirements in all placement providers' homes for ensuring safety to life in the event of fire. These policies and procedures minimally must ensure:

(1) Fire safety features of smoke detectors, fire extinguishers and two alternate means of escape from sleeping rooms in each provider's home, and

(2) Training for all providers in developing and implementing evacuation procedures within each provider's home; and

(c) Policies and procedures establishing minimum requirements in all placement providers' homes regarding environmental conditions and ancillary services. The policies and procedures must address minimum standards for health and sanitation, adequate furnishings and facilities for meeting the needs of the clients and food and nutrition in providers' homes.

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Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0940-05-26-.01

Original rule filed May 26, 1988; effective July 11, 1988.

Authority: T.C.A. § 33-2-504.