Inspection Plans (Required)

Written policy and procedure shall govern facility inspection plans and shall include, but not be limited to, the following: (1) At least weekly sanitation inspections of all institution areas by a designated qualified employee; (2) A comprehensive and thorough monthly inspection of the facility by an environmental health officer; (3) At least annual inspections by the Department of Public Health; (4) Semi-annual inspections by the Department of Correction Standards Compliance Unit; (5) All inspections shall be documented and all inspection reports shall be maintained by the Sheriff/facility administrator or designee; and (6) Deficiencies noted in any of the above reports shall be responded to with appropriate plans of action and in accordance with any specified guidelines.