SECTION 310:670-5-6. Safety, sanitary and hygiene standards

  The administrator shall develop and implement policies and procedures for the safety and maintenance of sanitation throughout the facility. These shall include at least the following:

(1)   The facility shall be kept in a clean condition consistent with the requirements in Title 57 O.S. § 4.

(2)   There shall be a housekeeping plan for the facility that includes a cleaning schedule with specific duties. Supervision of cleaning activities performed by inmates will be provided consistent with the facility's policy.

(3)   Floors shall be kept clean, dry and free of hazardous substances.

(4)   Inmates shall be provided with materials and supplies on a routine sufficient to maintain clean showers, washbasins and toilets.

(5)   Smoking policies in city and county detention facilities shall conform to the requirements in Title 21 O.S. Section 1247.

(6)   Upon admission or after commitment by the court, each inmate shall be issued personal hygiene items to include soap, towel, toilet paper, toothbrush and toothpaste. Feminine hygiene articles shall be provided upon request. Razors are issued to each inmate consistent with facility policy, and collected immediately after use and disposed of or stored as specified by facility policy and procedures. Inmates shall not share razors. With the exception of toilet paper and feminine hygiene items, inmates who are not indigent and have funds in their inmate account may be required to purchase hygiene items from the detention facility.

(7)   Clean bedding shall be issued to each inmate who is confined overnight in the facility except where indicated by circumstances defined in the facility's policy. A standard issue of bedding shall include:

(A)   A mattress with a cleanable surface; and

(B)   Enough clean blankets consistent with existing interior weather conditions.

(8)   Inmates held over twenty-four (24) hours shall be issued a clean set of appropriately sized detention facility clothing to include, at least, a shirt and trousers or coveralls and footwear.

(9)   An inmate shall be given an opportunity to receive a complete change of clothing at least one (1) time each week.

(10)   Clean bedding and towels shall be offered at least one (1) time each week.

(11)   Laundry services shall be sufficient to permit regular exchange of all inmate clothing, bedding and towels.

(12)   Blankets and mattresses shall be cleaned or sanitized before reissue.

(13)   Issuance of all clothing and bedding shall be documented and inmates shall be held accountable for these items.

(14)   The supply of bedding, linens and clothing shall exceed that required for the facility's maximum inmate rated population capacity.

(15)   Under extreme circumstances it may be necessary for the administration to authorize the removal of linens, clothing and bedding from an inmate. Such action may be taken only as a measure to protect the inmate from self-injury, to protect others or to prevent facility damages. Such actions shall be documented and reviewed at least weekly by detention facility administration or an appointed designee. A paper gown or another appropriate garment may be provided as appropriate.

(16)   Sufficient showers shall be provided in housing units to provide inmates the opportunity to bathe at least three (3) times each week. Inmates working in food service shall be required to bathe daily.

(17)   Haircuts shall be available to inmates based on arrangements specified in facility policy and procedures.

(18)   The potable water supply shall meet all state and local water quality standards. Hot and cold water shall be provided in showers and washbasins.

(19)   Any condition conducive to harboring or breeding insects, rodents or other vermin shall be eliminated immediately. Licensed pest control professionals shall be contracted to perform pest control on a scheduled basis specified in the facility policy and procedure.

(20)   Liquid and solid wastes shall be collected, stored and disposed of in a manner that avoids nuisance and hazards and protects the health and safety of inmates and staff. Biomedical waste shall be stored and destroyed in compliance with state and federal requirements.

(21)   The facility's fire prevention policies and procedures shall ensure the safety of staff, inmates and visitors and shall conform to the requirements of the Oklahoma State Fire Marshal, as provided in Title 74 O.S. § 317 et seq. These shall include, but not be limited to an adequate fire protection service; a system of fire inspection and testing of equipment and documentation on a weekly basis; and the availability of fire hoses or extinguishers at appropriate locations throughout the facility. The facility shall have an automatic fire alarm and heat and smoke detection system approved by the Oklahoma State Fire Marshal, as provided in Title 74 O.S. § 317 et seq.

(22)   The facility shall have a written evacuation plan in the event of fire or major emergency. Inmates shall be instructed on emergency procedures.

(23)   There shall be a reliable means to permit prompt release of inmates from locked areas in case of emergency. The route of evacuation shall be posted in conspicuous locations throughout the facility.

(24)   Facility furnishings, walls, ceilings and floors shall be constructed of material that meets the code requirements of the Oklahoma State Fire Marshal, as provided in Title 74 O.S. § 317 et seq.

(25)   Heating systems shall be capable of maintaining a temperature of at least sixty-five (65) degrees Fahrenheit. Open-faced or un-vented heaters are not permitted.

(26)   Air circulation and ventilation shall be capable of maintaining a temperature of at least eighty-five (85) degrees Fahrenheit or lower. If temperature exceeds eighty-five (85) degrees Fahrenheit, positive air movement shall be provided by use of fans, coolers, or air conditioning units. New facilities or substantially remodeled facilities shall be equipped with central air conditioning or individual air conditioning units which are capable of maintaining a temperature of eighty-five (85) degrees Fahrenheit.

[Source: Amended at 8 Ok Reg 3129, eff 7-18-91 (emergency); Amended at 9 Ok Reg 1433, eff 5-1-92; Amended at 13 Ok Reg 2139, eff 6-13-96; Amended at 20 Ok Reg 2387, eff 7-11-03; Amended at 21 Ok Reg 2445, eff 7-11-05; Amended at 36 Ok Reg 1731, eff 9-13-19]