103 CMR 974.08

Personal Hygiene

Year: 2026Length: 102 wordsOfficial source
Each county correctional facility shall provide the means for inmates to adhere to acceptable personal hygiene practices, including: (1) Availability of articles needed for personal hygiene, including, but not limited to, soap, toothpaste or tooth powder, toothbrush, and articles for feminine hygiene; (2) Availability of sufficient showers or bathtubs as required by State or local codes; (3) Water temperature for showering or bathing shall be thermostatically controlled (minimum 110°F, maximum 130°F); and (4) Written policy and procedure shall provide for the availability of hair care services. The Sheriff/facility administrator may charge a reasonable fee not to exceed $10.00 for any haircut provided.
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