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Virginia Administrative Code
2/12/2025

Part VI. Jail Physical Plant

6VAC15-40-1100. Fire safety inspections.

The facility shall have a state or local fire safety inspections conducted every 12 months. Localities that do not enforce the Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code shall have the inspections performed by the State Fire Marshal's Office. Written reports of the fire safety inspection shall be on file with the facility administrator.

Statutory Authority

§§ 53.1-5, 53.1-68, and 53.1-131 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from VR230-30-001 § 6.1, eff. April 1, 1987; amended, Virginia Register Volume 4, Issue 9, eff. April 1, 1988; Volume 7, Issue 12, eff. May 1, 1991; Volume 9, Issue 12, eff. May 1, 1993; Volume 11, Issue 21, eff. August 10, 1995; Volume 18, Issue 20, eff. July 17, 2002; Volume 29, Issue 4, eff. November 22, 2012.

6VAC15-40-1110. (Repealed.)

Historical Notes

Derived from VR230-30-001 § 6.2, eff. April 1, 1987; amended, Virginia Register Volume 4, Issue 9, eff. April 1, 1988; Volume 7, Issue 12, eff. May 1, 1991; Volume 9, Issue 12, eff. May 1, 1993; Volume 11, Issue 21, eff. August 10, 1995; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 18, Issue 20, eff. July 17, 2002.

6VAC15-40-1111. Self-contained breathing apparatus.

If the facility is equipped with one or more self-contained breathing apparatus, security staff shall be trained and quarterly drills shall be conducted and documented in the use of this equipment.

Statutory Authority

§§ 53.1-5, 53.1-68, and 53.1-131 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 29, Issue 4, eff. November 22, 2012.

6VAC15-40-1120. Mattresses, pillows and trash receptacles.

Mattresses, pillows and trash receptacles present in the secured housing shall be of fire retardant materials.

Statutory Authority

§§ 53.1-5, 53.1-68, 53.1-131 and 53.1-133.01 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from VR230-30-001 § 6.3, eff. April 1, 1987; amended, Virginia Register Volume 4, Issue 9, eff. April 1, 1988; Volume 7, Issue 12, eff. May 1, 1991; Volume 9, Issue 12, eff. May 1, 1993; Volume 11, Issue 21, eff. August 10, 1995.

6VAC15-40-1130. (Repealed.)

Historical Notes

Derived from VR230-30-001 § 6.4, eff. April 1, 1987; amended, Virginia Register Volume 4, Issue 9, eff. April 1, 1988; Volume 7, Issue 12, eff. May 1, 1991; Volume 9, Issue 12, eff. May 1, 1993; Volume 11, Issue 21, eff. August 10, 1995; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 18, Issue 20, eff. July 17, 2002.

6VAC15-40-1140. Cleanliness.

Facility floors, halls, corridors, and other walkway areas shall be maintained in a clean, dry, hazard-free manner.

Statutory Authority

§§ 53.1-5, 53.1-68, 53.1-131 and 53.1-133.01 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from VR230-30-001 § 6.5, eff. April 1, 1987; amended, Virginia Register Volume 4, Issue 9, eff. April 1, 1988; Volume 7, Issue 12, eff. May 1, 1991; Volume 9, Issue 12, eff. May 1, 1993; Volume 11, Issue 21, eff. August 10, 1995.

6VAC15-40-1150. Vermin and pest control.

The facility shall control vermin and pests and shall be serviced at least quarterly by a licensed pest control business or personnel certified by the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.

Statutory Authority

§§ 53.1-5, 53.1-68, 53.1-131 and 53.1-133.01 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from VR230-30-001 § 6.5, eff. April 1, 1987; amended, Virginia Register Volume 4, Issue 9, eff. April 1, 1988; Volume 7, Issue 12, eff. May 1, 1991; Volume 9, Issue 12, eff. May 1, 1993; Volume 11, Issue 21, eff. August 10, 1995; Volume 29, Issue 4, eff. November 22, 2012.

6VAC15-40-1160. Appropriate lighting and heating.

A. All housing and activity areas shall provide for appropriate lighting and heating.

B. Appropriate lighting shall be at least 20 footcandles at desk level and in personal grooming area.

C. Heat shall be evenly distributed in all rooms so that a temperature no less than 65°F is maintained. Air conditioning or mechanical ventilation systems, such as electric fans, shall be provided when the temperature exceeds 85°F.

Statutory Authority

§§ 53.1-5, 53.1-68, 53.1-131 and 53.1-133.01 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from VR230-30-001 § 6.7, eff. April 1, 1987; amended, Virginia Register Volume 4, Issue 9, eff. April 1, 1988; Volume 7, Issue 12, eff. May 1, 1991; Volume 9, Issue 12, eff. May 1, 1993; Volume 11, Issue 21, eff. August 10, 1995.

6VAC15-40-1170. Water utilities.

All housing areas shall have toilets, showers, drinking water and washbasins with hot and cold running water accessible to inmates.

Statutory Authority

§§ 53.1-5, 53.1-68, 53.1-131 and 53.1-133.01 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from VR230-30-001 § 6.8, eff. April 1, 1987; amended, Virginia Register Volume 4, Issue 9, eff. April 1, 1988; Volume 7, Issue 12, eff. May 1, 1991; Volume 9, Issue 12, eff. May 1, 1993; Volume 11, Issue 21, eff. August 10, 1995.

6VAC15-40-1180. Special purpose area.

The facility shall have a special purpose area to provide for the temporary detention and care of persons under the influence of alcohol or narcotics, who are uncontrollably violent or self-destructive, or those requiring medical supervision.

Statutory Authority

§§ 53.1-5, 53.1-68, and 53.1-131 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from VR230-30-001 § 6.9, eff. April 1, 1987; amended, Virginia Register Volume 4, Issue 9, eff. April 1, 1988; Volume 7, Issue 12, eff. May 1, 1991; Volume 9, Issue 12, eff. May 1, 1993; Volume 11, Issue 21, eff. August 10, 1995; Volume 29, Issue 4, eff. November 22, 2012.

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