Health and Safety Regulations Flashcards
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Under Title 22, how often must RCFE facilities conduct fire drills?
Answer: Quarterly (four times per year)
California Title 22 requires RCFE facilities to conduct fire drills at least four times per year — quarterly.
What is the required water temperature for hot water accessible to RCFE residents to prevent scalding?
Answer: Not exceeding 110 degrees Fahrenheit
Hot water accessible to residents must not exceed 110°F to prevent scalding injuries, which are a serious risk for elderly individuals.
Which of the following is a required component of an RCFE's Health and Safety inspection?
Answer: Inspection of the physical plant including fire safety equipment and sanitation
CDSS health and safety inspections include review of physical plant conditions, fire safety equipment, and sanitation standards.
What must an RCFE do if a communicable disease outbreak occurs among residents?
Answer: Notify the local public health department and implement infection control measures
An RCFE must notify the local public health department and implement infection control procedures during a communicable disease outbreak.
An RCFE resident's bedroom window latch is broken, making the window unable to close securely. What is the appropriate response?
Answer: Repair the window latch as soon as possible, as security and weather protection are safety requirements
A broken window latch is a safety hazard that must be repaired promptly — it compromises security and resident protection.
Which of the following must be posted in a visible location in every California RCFE?
Answer: The facility's CDSS license and the resident rights notice
The CDSS license and the resident rights notice must be posted where residents and visitors can easily see them.