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D.C. Municipal Regulations (Last Updated: September 13, 2017) |
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Title 29. PUBLIC WELFARE |
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Chapter 29-46. MOBILE COMMUNITY OUTREACH TREATMENT TEAM SERVICES |
Section 29-4605. PHYSICAL PLANT REQUIREMENTS
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4605.1Each MCOTT Program office facility shall be either owned or leased by the Provider.
4605.2Each MCOTT Program office facility shall include an accessible reception area for MCOTT clients and their families; a central team work/meeting room, and staff offices, as needed; a secure medication room; and a safe or other locked means of securing client funds and personal items, as needed.
4605.3Each MCOTT Program office facility shall be located within 15 minutes of public transportation.
4605.4Each MCOTT Program office facility shall conform to all applicable provisions of the District of Columbia Building Code and any other applicable District rules and regulations.
4605.5The MCOTT Program office facility shall possess a current certificate of occupancy permit, appropriate District Fire Department Inspection Certificates and a Manual of Instructions and Plans which shall be followed in case of fire, explosion or other emergency.
4605.6The MCOTT Program office facility shall be located in a building of sound construction and shall be maintained in good repair.
4605.7Curb cuts, handrails, steps, and ramps shall be designed or adapted to offer easy accessibility to the MCOTT Program office facility by the population being served.
4605.8Each MCOTT Program office facility shall be accessible to persons with mobility limitations consistent with the Rehabilitation Act, P. L. 95-602, Section 504.
4605.9There shall be at least two (2) toilet facilities at the site. At least one (1) toilet shall be designed or adapted to provide access and maneuverability for handicapped and wheelchair-bound individuals.
4605.10A room with a bed with adequate provision for privacy shall be available at the MCOTT Program office facility in cases illness, individualized programming or instruction, or acting-out behavior. The MCOTT Program office facility shall have available an examination table for medical examinations and treatment in a private area.
4605.11Drinking water shall be readily accessible to the clients and provided by either an angle jet drinking fountain with mouth guard or by a running water supply with individual drinking cups.
4605.12Drinking water facilities shall not be located in toilet rooms.
4605.13There shall be at least one (1) telephone in the MCOTT Program office facility to summon help immediately in case of fire or other emergencies.