N.J. Admin. Code § 10A:31-3.7

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 23, December 2, 2024

Section 10A:31-3.7 - Showers, drinking fountains, shutoff valves and drains

(a) There shall be at least one operable shower with temperature controlled hot and cold water available for every 16 inmates and the shower shall be accessible to inmates without the necessity of leaving the immediate housing area.

(b) Drinking fountains shall be located in areas of the correctional facility to ensure that drinking water will be available.

(c) Each toilet, wash basin, and shower shall be equipped with an individual water shutoff valve tied into a master valve. The master valve and individual shutoff valves shall be located in secure plumbing chases which are readily accessible.

(d) Floor drains shall be provided in all inmate areas. In those housing units containing sleeping units, the floor drain shall be located outside of the actual sleeping unit in order to reduce the incidence of malicious tampering and flooding. Drain covers shall be securely anchored in place with tamper resistant security screws.

N.J. Admin. Code § 10A:31-3.7

Recodified from 10A:31-3.8 and amended by R.1995 d.421, effective 8/7/1995.
See: 27 New Jersey Register 1728(a), 27 New Jersey Register 2928(a).