Virginia Administrative Code (Last Updated: January 10, 2017) |
Title 12. Health |
Agency 35. Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services |
Chapter 46. Regulations for Children's Residential Facilities |
Section 440. Lighting
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A. Artificial lighting shall be by electricity.
B. All areas within buildings shall be lighted for safety and the lighting shall be sufficient for the activities being performed.
C. Lighting in halls shall be adequate and shall be continuous at night.
D. Operable flashlights or battery-powered lanterns shall be available for each staff member on the premises between dusk and dawn to use in emergencies.
E. Outside entrances and parking areas shall be lighted for protection against injuries and intruders.
Historical Notes
Derived from Volume 25, Issue 21, eff. August 6, 2009.