Ariz. Admin. Code § 21-7-239

Current through Register Vol. 31, No. 2, January 10, 2025

Section R21-7-239 - Special Provisions for Transitional Program and Independent Living Program

A. The licensee operating a residential group care facility that provides transitional programs or independent living programs shall comply with the requirements in this Chapter.

B. The licensee operating a transitional program or an independent living program shall not provide services related to these programs to a child less than 12 years of age.

C. The licensee that operates a residential group care facility providing a transitional program or an independent living program may request an alternative method of compliance as prescribed in R21-7-112 that ensures the safety and well-being of a child in care, age 12 and older, who participates in a transitional program or independent living program.

D. The licensee that operates a residential group care facility providing a transitional program or an independent living program shall provide adequate safety information and individualized instruction to promote:

1. The safe use of a substance or item that is required to be safeguarded under the Life Safety Inspection rules in A.A.C. Title 21, Chapter 8, Article 1;

2. The safe use of a substance or item that is necessary for self-sufficiency, such as laundry and cleaning supplies, tools, razors, and kitchen knives; and

3. The understanding of how to summon assistance in the event of an emergency.

Ariz. Admin. Code § R21-7-239

New Section made by final rulemaking at 29 A.A.R. 2231, effective 11/6/2023.