Section 510. Restroom facilities

A. In any center licensed after July 1, 2000, there shall be a minimum of one toilet that is suitable to accommodate a participant who needs human assistance or specialized equipment available for every 10 participants in attendance.

B. If more than 10 participants are in attendance:

1. Restrooms equipped with more than one toilet shall have each toilet enclosed.

2. Restrooms that are equipped with only one toilet can be used by either men or women.

3. Restrooms that are equipped with multiple stalls must be designated for men or for women.

C. In any center licensed after July 1, 2000, each restroom having multiple stalls shall have at least one toilet that is suitable to accommodate a participant who needs human assistance or specialized equipment.

D. Sturdy grab bars or safety frames shall be installed beside all toilets used by participants.

E. There shall be a minimum of one sink for every two toilets and the sinks shall be located close enough to toilets to encourage washing of hands after each toileting procedure.

F. There shall be an ample supply of hot and cold running water from an approved source available to the participants at all times.

G. Hot water at taps available to participants shall be maintained within a range of 105° to 120°F.

H. There shall be an adequate supply of toilet tissue, soap, disposable hand towels and disposable gloves in each restroom at all times.

I. If bathing facilities are provided there shall be:

1. Handrails by bathtubs,

2. Handrails in stall showers, and

3. Stools by stall showers.

Historical Notes

Derived from VR615-21-02 § 5.11, eff. April 1, 1987; amended, Volume 16, Issue 12, eff. July 1, 2000.

Statutory Authority

§§ 63.2-217 and 63.2-1733 of the Code of Virginia.