DHS 105.14(7)(f)5.a.a. Each caregiver who prepares or serves food shall be free from open, infected wounds and from communicable disease and shall maintain clean and safe work habits.
DHS 105.14(7)(f)5.b.b. The ADCC shall provide hand-washing facilities in the kitchen for use by food handlers. Use of a common towel is prohibited.
DHS 105.14(7)(f)5.c.c. Any participant who assists in preparing food shall adhere to the same food safety requirements as ADCC staff and be directly supervised by a caregiver.
DHS 105.14(7)(f)6.6. ‘Food safety.’ Whether food is prepared at the ADCC or off-site, the ADCC shall store, prepare, distribute, and serve food in accordance with professional standards for food service safety. The ADCC shall do all of the following:
DHS 105.14(7)(f)6.a.a. Refrigerate and store all foods requiring refrigeration at or below 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Food items not in their original containers shall be covered, labeled and dated.
DHS 105.14(7)(f)6.b.b. Maintain freezing units at 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Frozen foods shall be packaged, labeled, and dated.
DHS 105.14(7)(f)6.c.c. Hold hot foods at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above and cold foods at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below until served.
DHS 105.14(7)(f)6.d.d. Ensure that each refrigerator and freezer has an accurate thermometer inside the unit.
DHS 105.14(7)(f)6.e.e. Keep food storage areas clean and dry and store food at least six inches off the floor.
DHS 105.14(8)(8)Physical environment.
DHS 105.14(8)(a)(a) Facility requirements.
DHS 105.14(8)(a)1.1. If required by the department of safety and professional services or local municipality, the ADCC shall have on file an inspection report signed by an authorized agent demonstrating that the ADCC including remodeling, has met applicable building codes.
DHS 105.14(8)(a)2.2. The ADCC shall provide at least 50 square feet of usable floor space for each participant exclusive of passageways, bathrooms, lockers, office, storage areas, staff room, furnace rooms, and parts of rooms occupied by stationary equipment.
DHS 105.14(8)(a)3.3. The ADCC shall be designed in such a way that it is accessible and functional in meeting the identified needs of the participant group it serves.
DHS 105.14(8)(a)4.4. The ADCC shall have a telephone on the premises, which is immediately accessible during hours of operation.
DHS 105.14(8)(a)5.5. Temperature at the ADCC shall be maintained at no less than 70 degrees Fahrenheit.
DHS 105.14(8)(a)6.6. Toilets and fixtures shall function properly and shall be maintained in a sanitary condition.
DHS 105.14(8)(a)7.7. The premises shall be clean, comfortable, and in good repair.
DHS 105.14(8)(a)8.8. Pets kept on the premises shall be vaccinated against diseases including rabies.
DHS 105.14(8)(b)(b) Water supply.
DHS 105.14(8)(b)1.1. A supply of safe drinking water shall be available to any participant at all times.
DHS 105.14(8)(b)2.2. If well water is used, wells shall be approved by the department of natural resources and water samples shall be tested annually at a state-approved laboratory. Documentation of test results shall be kept on file at the ADCC.
DHS 105.14(8)(b)3.3. The ADCC shall set the temperature of all water heaters connected to sinks, showers and tubs used by residents at a temperature of at least 140 degrees Fahrenheit. The temperature of hot water at plumbing fixtures used by residents may not exceed the range of 110 to 115 degrees Fahrenheit.
DHS 105.14(8)(c)(c) Furnishings.
DHS 105.14(8)(c)1.1. The center shall provide sufficient furniture and equipment for use by every participant that provides comfort, safety, and is appropriate for every participant.
DHS 105.14(8)(c)2.2. The furnishings shall be clean, safe, and in good repair.
DHS 105.14(8)(d)(d) Exits. Stairs, walkways, and ramps shall be maintained in a safe condition. All exits, sidewalks, and driveways used for exiting shall be kept free of ice, snow, and obstructions.
DHS 105.14(8)(e)(e) Delayed egress locks. Delayed egress door locks are permitted with department approval only in an ADCC with a supervised automatic fire sprinkler system and a supervised interconnected automatic fire detection system and shall comply with all of the following:
DHS 105.14(8)(e)1.1. No more than one device shall be present in a means of egress.