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Virginia Administrative Code (Last Updated: January 10, 2017) |
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Title 22. Social Services |
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Agency 40. Department of Social Services |
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Chapter 72. Standards for Licensed Assisted Living Facilities |
Section 870. Lighting and lighting fixtures
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A. Artificial lighting shall be by electricity.
B. All areas shall be well lighted for the safety and comfort of the residents according to the nature of activities.
C. Outside entrances and parking areas shall be lighted for protection against injuries and intruders.
D. Hallways, stairwells, foyers, doorways, and exits utilized by residents shall be kept well-lighted at all times residents are present in the building.
E. Additional lighting, as necessary to provide and ensure presence of contrast, shall be available for immediate use in areas that may present safety hazards, such as, but not limited to, stairways, doorways, passageways, changes in floor level, kitchen, bathrooms and basements.
F. Glare shall be kept at a minimum in rooms used by residents. When necessary to reduce glare, coverings shall be used for windows and lights.
G. If used, fluorescent lights shall be replaced if they flicker or make noise.
Historical Notes
Derived from Volume 23, Issue 06, eff. December 28, 2006.