Smoking Requirements

The facility must develop and implement written rules governing smoking. Nothing in this rule requires a facility t o permit smoking. Smoking policies must be made known to all staff, residents, and visiting public and must ensure: (3-15-22) 01. Combustible Supplies and Flammable Items. Smoking is prohibited in areas where combustible supplies or materials, flammable liquids, gases, or oxidizers are in use or stored. (3-15-22) 02. Smoking in Bed. Smoking in bed is prohibited. (3-15-22) 03. Unsupervised Smoking. Unsupervised smoking by residents classified as not mentally o r physically responsible, sedated by medication, or taking oxygen is prohibited. (3-15-22) 04. Designated Smoking Areas. If smoking is permitted, there must be designated smoking area s which are specified in policy and clearly marked. Designated smoking areas must have non-combustible disposa l receptacles. (3-15-22) 162. – 215. (RESERVED)