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than 100° Fahrenheit, and no more than 120° Fahrenheit;

(10) self-dispensing or metering faucets, if used, provide a flow of water for at least 10 seconds;

(11) an artificial light source is provided in each area of the entity; the light must be sufficient and appropriate for the activities performed in each area by employees, or by adults or children in care;

(12) cleaners, medicines, and other harmful substances are stored in a place that is inaccessible to children and to adults with impaired judgment; for an entity licensed to provide care for six or more adults or children, the entity must provide a closet, storeroom, or other area separate from the area where adults or children in care are present for the storage of janitorial equipment and cleaning supplies;

(13) furniture and equipment is durable, safe, easily cleanable, and is kept clean and in good repair; and

(14) at least two feet of floor space are provided between each crib, mat, or bed. (b) An entity licensed to provide care for adults with dementia or a cognitive impairment, including adults with a history of wandering or attempting to run away, shall ensure that a method is in place to alert staff when someone exits the entity. To meet the requirements of this subsection, the entity shall install a 15-second delayed exit door with an alarm at each exit, use a wander alarm system, or use another method approved by the department. If the entity wishes to use a delayed exit door, the entity must obtain approval from the municipal fire marshal. (Eff. 6/23/2006, Register 178; am 7/1/2022, Register 242) Statutory Authority: Authority: AS 18.05.010 AS 47.32.010 AS 47.32.140

AS 18.05.040 AS 47.32.030 AS 47.33.005

AS 44.29.020 AS 47.32.130 AS 47.33.010 7 AAC 10.1040. General cleaning and sanitation standards. (a) Except as provided in (b) of this section, in addition to the other cleaning and sanitation requirements of 7 AAC 10.1000 — 7 AAC 10.1095, an entity shall ensure that