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Virginia Administrative Code
Title 22. Social Services
Agency 40. Department of Social Services
Chapter 61. Standards and Regulations for Licensed Adult Day Centers
11/24/2024

22VAC40-61-420. Lighting.

A. All areas of the center shall be adequately lighted for the safety and comfort of the participants.

B. Artificial lighting shall be powered by electricity.

C. Glare shall be kept at a minimum in rooms used by participants. When necessary to reduce glare, coverings shall be used for windows and lights.

D. If used, fluorescent lights shall be replaced if they flicker or make noise.

E. Flashlights or battery lanterns in working order shall be available at all times for emergency lighting.

F. Open flame lighting is prohibited.

Statutory Authority

§ 63.2-1733 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 36, Issue 3, eff. December 29, 2019.

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