103 CMR, § 974.04

Current through Register 1536, December 6, 2024
Section 974.04 - Inspection Plans (Required)

Written policy and procedure shall govern facility inspection plans and shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

(1) At least weekly sanitation inspections of all institution areas by a designated qualified employee;
(2) A comprehensive and thorough monthly inspection of the facility by an environmental health officer;
(3) At least annual inspections by the Department of Public Health;
(4) Semi-annual inspections by the Department of Correction Standards Compliance Unit;
(5) All inspections shall be documented and all inspection reports shall be maintained by the Sheriff/facility administrator or designee; and
(6) Deficiencies noted in any of the above reports shall be responded to with appropriate plans of action and in accordance with any specified guidelines.

103 CMR, § 974.04