ARSD 46:04:01:18. Safety and sanitation

The shared living home must meet the following requirements: (1) The shared living home and premises must be free of rodents and insects; (2) Bedrooms located in the basement must have at least one egress window, which meets the requirements of NFPA - 101 Life Safety Code, 2012 edition; (3) Floors, walls, ceilings, and other surfaces must be free of hazards; (4) A telephone must be present in the home for participants to access emergency services; (5) Participant bed linens, towels, washcloths, and clothing must be kept clean; (6) Stairways, halls, doorways, and exits from rooms and from the home must be unobstructed; (7) Food must be protected from contamination while being stored and prepared; (8) Hazardous cleaning solutions, chemicals, and poisons must be labeled and secured in an enclosed cabinet; and (9) Any condition that may have the potential to cause injury or illness must be remedied or removed.