OAR 411-325-0140
Physical Environment


(1)

All floors, walls, ceilings, windows, furniture, and fixtures must be kept in good repair, clean, and free from odors. Walls, ceilings, and floors must be of such character to permit frequent washing, cleaning, or painting.

(2)

The interior and exterior must be well and safely maintained and accessible according to individuals’ needs.

(3)

The water supply and sewage disposal must meet the requirements of the current rules of the Oregon Health Authority governing domestic water supply.

(4)

A public water supply must be utilized if available. If a non-municipal water source is used, a sample must be collected yearly by a provider, sanitarian, or technician from a certified water-testing laboratory. The water sample must be tested for coliform bacteria and action taken to ensure potability. Test records must be retained for three years.

(5)

Septic tanks or other non-municipal sewage disposal systems must be in good working order.

(6)

Incontinence garments must be disposed of in closed containers.

(7)

A provider must establish and implement a policy for the appropriate disposal of biohazards and medical waste.

(8)

All heating and cooling devices and systems must be installed in accordance with current building codes and must be in working order. Areas of a home used by individuals must be maintained at a temperature within a comfort range reasonable for the individuals residing in the home. Minimum temperatures when individuals are in the home may not be less than 60 degrees Fahrenheit.

(a)

During times of extreme summer heat, a provider must make every reasonable effort to make the individuals comfortable and safe using ventilation, fans, or air conditioners. The temperature in a home may not exceed 85 degrees Fahrenheit.

(b)

If an individual’s needs require a strictly maintained temperature or temperatures outside of a reasonable comfort range, a provider must maintain the environment according to the individual’s needs as identified in the individual’s ISP.

(9)

Screening for workable fireplaces and heaters with exposed heating elements must be provided.

(10)

Handrails must be provided on all stairways.

(11)

Yard and exterior steps must be accessible and appropriate to the needs of the individuals.

(12)

Swimming pools, hot tubs, saunas, or spas must be equipped with safety barriers or devices designed to prevent accidental injury and unsupervised access.

(13)

Sanitation for household pets and other domestic animals must be adequate to prevent health hazards. Proof of current rabies vaccinations and any other vaccinations that are required for the pet by a licensed veterinarian must be maintained on the premises. Pets not confined in enclosures must be under control and may not present a danger or health risk to individuals or guests.

(14)

All measures necessary must be taken to prevent the entry of rodents, flies, mosquitoes, and other insects.

(15)

The interior and exterior of a home must be kept free of litter, garbage, and refuse.

(16)

Any work undertaken at a home including, but not limited to, demolition, construction, remodeling, maintenance, repair, or replacement must comply with all applicable state and local building, electrical, plumbing, and zoning codes.

(17)

A provider must comply with all applicable legal zoning ordinances pertaining to the number of individuals receiving services at the home.

(18)

TELEPHONE.

(a)

A telephone must be provided in the home.

(A)

The telephone must be available and accessible for individuals 18 years of age and older.

(B)

Individuals less than 18 years of age must have reasonable access to the telephone.

(b)

The following emergency telephone numbers must be located in an accessible place within a home:

(A)

Local CDDP;

(B)

Police, fire, and medical, if not served by 911;

(C)

Provider agency on-call or designee;

(D)

Emergency physician; and

(E)

Additional people to be contacted in the case of an emergency.

(c)

Telephone numbers for making complaints or a report of alleged abuse to the Department, the local CDDP, and Disability Rights Oregon must also be posted.

(d)

A licensee must notify the Department, individuals, and as applicable the individuals’ families, legal representatives, and service coordinators, of any change in the home’s telephone number within 24 hours of the change.

(19)

A poster for the Residential Facilities Ombudsman Program must be posted in a conspicuous location in accordance with ORS 443.392 (Notice of complaint procedures) no later than July 1, 2019.

Source: Rule 411-325-0140 — Physical Environment, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=411-325-0140.

411‑325‑0010
Statement of Purpose
411‑325‑0020
Definitions and Acronyms
411‑325‑0025
Program Management
411‑325‑0030
Issuance of License
411‑325‑0040
Application for Initial License
411‑325‑0050
License Expiration, Termination of Operations, License Return
411‑325‑0060
License Conditions
411‑325‑0070
License Renewal
411‑325‑0090
Change of Ownership, Legal Entity, Legal Status, Management Corporation
411‑325‑0110
Variances
411‑325‑0120
Medical Services
411‑325‑0130
Food and Nutrition
411‑325‑0140
Physical Environment
411‑325‑0150
General Safety
411‑325‑0170
Staffing Requirements
411‑325‑0180
Individual Summary Sheets
411‑325‑0185
Emergency Information
411‑325‑0200
Transportation
411‑325‑0220
Individual Furnishings
411‑325‑0230
Emergency Plan and Safety Review
411‑325‑0240
Assessment of Fire Evacuation Assistance
411‑325‑0250
Fire Drill Requirements and Fire Safety
411‑325‑0260
Individual Fire Evacuation Safety Plans
411‑325‑0270
Fire Safety Requirements for Homes on a Single Property or on Contiguous Property Serving Six or More Individuals
411‑325‑0280
Fire Safety Requirements for Homes or Duplexes Serving Five or Fewer Individuals
411‑325‑0290
Fire Safety Requirements for Apartments Serving Five or Fewer Individuals
411‑325‑0300
Residency Agreements, Individual Rights, Complaints, Notification of Planned Action, and Hearings
411‑325‑0350
Behavior Supports and Physical Restraints
411‑325‑0360
Psychotropic Medications and Medications for Behavior
411‑325‑0370
Individuals’ Personal Property
411‑325‑0380
Handling and Managing Individuals’ Money
411‑325‑0390
Entry, Exit, Transfer, and Closure
411‑325‑0410
Community Living Supports
411‑325‑0430
Individual Support Plan
411‑325‑0440
Children’s Direct Contracted Services
411‑325‑0445
Notification of School District - Homes Serving Five or More Children
411‑325‑0460
Civil Penalties
411‑325‑0470
License Denial, Suspension, Revocation, Refusal to Renew
411‑325‑0480
Criminal Penalties
411‑325‑0490
Provider Eligibility for Medicaid Service Payment
Last Updated

Jun. 8, 2021

Rule 411-325-0140’s source at or​.us