Current through Register No. 2, January 9, 2025
Section He-A 504.05 - Physical Environment(a) IDCMPs shall provide handicapped accessibility into and within the provider's buildings, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. (b) IDCMPs shall have the following physical areas for operations: (1) A counseling room that is private so that conversations cannot be overheard;(2) Office and administrative space where staff can work privately with clients and/or records;(3) Secure areas for the protection and confidentiality of records; and(c) All areas in (b) above shall be maintained and equipped to provide a sanitary, safe, and comfortable environment, including all furnishings in good repair and the premises free of hazards.(d) An emergency and fire safety program shall be developed and implemented to provide for the safety of clients and staff, and emergency action steps shall be posted in conspicuous locations throughout the premises.(e) If smoking is to be allowed, the IDCMP shall: (1) Develop and implement smoking policies; and(2) Designate smoking areas in accordance with RSA 155:66-69 that are either an outside location or a room used only for smoking which: a. Has a dedicated ventilation system, so that smoke or odors cannot escape or be detected outside the designated smoking room;b. Has walls and furnishings constructed of non-combustible materials;c. Has metal waste receptacles and safe ashtrays; andd. Is in compliance with the requirements of RSA 155:64-77, the Indoor Smoking Act.N.H. Admin. Code § He-A 504.05