Section 246-322-150. Clinical facilities.

The licensee shall provide:

(1) An adequate number of counseling or treatment rooms for group or individual therapy programs with reasonable soundproofing to maintain confidentiality;

(2) One or more seclusion rooms, with or without an exterior window, intended for short-term occupancy, with:

(a) Staff-controlled locks and relites in the door, or equivalent;

(b) Provisions for authorized staff to observe the occupant at all times;

(c) A minimum of eighty square feet of floor space, exclusive of fixed equipment, with a minimum room dimension of eight feet; and

(d) Shielded, tamper-proof lighting fixtures;

(3) One or more physical examination rooms, with or without an exterior window, equipped with:

(a) An examination table;

(b) Examination light;

(c) Storage for medical supplies and equipment; and

(d) A readily accessible handwashing sink, soap dispenser, and acceptable single-use hand-drying device; and

(4) Secure areas to properly store and handle medical supplies and medications.

[Statutory Authority: Chapter 71.12 RCW and RCW 43.60.040. WSR 95-22-012, § 246-322-150, filed 10/20/95, effective 11/20/95.]

Chapter 71.12 RCW and RCW 43.60.040. WSR 95-22-012, § 246-322-150, filed 10/20/95, effective 11/20/95.