Rule 15-16-1-4.21.1 - General1. The facility shall be designed throughout to meet the accessibility needs of the clients.2. Handrails and sufficient lighting shall be integrated into public areas, as appropriate, to assist clients in ambulation. 3. Sufficient lighting shall be provided for general lighting purposes and for reading in bedrooms and common areas.4. Night lights for corridors, emergency situations and the exterior shall be provided as needed for security and safety.5. Windows used for ventilation to the outside and exterior doors used for ventilation shall be screened and in good repair.6. The facility shall be constructed, equipped, and maintained in good repair and kept free of hazards.7. The facility shall have sufficient and separate storage space for administration records, cleaning supplies (janitorial), food service (supplies), lawn maintenance (equipment) and locked areas for medications. Poisonous and toxic materials shall be identified, and stored in a separate cabinet that is used for no other purpose.8. There shall be evidence of routine maintenance and cleaning programs in all areas of the facility. The facility shall replace or repair broken, worn or defective furnishings and equipment promptly.9. The facility shall be furnished according to the activities offered. Furniture shall be of good repair and appropriate for the functional program.15 Miss. Code. R. 16-1-4.21.1
Miss. Code Ann. § 41-75-13