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<regulation prefix="Regulation" num=".30" citation="COMAR 10.12.04.30" title_num="10" subtitle_num="12" chapter_num="04" heading="Furniture, Furnishings, and Supplies.">
  <paragraph num="A.">
    <text>Furniture.</text>
    <paragraph num="(1)">
      <text>The furniture in a center shall be:</text>
      <paragraph num="(a)">
        <text>Appropriate for use by individuals with disabilities;</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(b)">
        <text>Sturdy and secure so that it cannot easily tip when used for support while walking or seated;</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(c)">
        <text>Designed so that it is used easily by individuals with limited agility, permitting feet to rest on the floor and having armrests; and</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(d)">
        <text>Clean, safe, and in good repair.</text>
      </paragraph>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(2)">
      <text>The center shall have sufficient furniture for the entire participant population. Straight-backed chairs with armrests shall be available for use by participants during activities and meal times.</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(3)">
      <text>The center shall have at least:</text>
      <paragraph num="(a)">
        <text>One chair for each participant and each staff member;</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(b)">
        <text>Adequate table space for all participants;</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(c)">
        <text>Reclining lounge chairs, the number to be determined by the needs and numbers of participants; and</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(d)">
        <text>A bed for medical examinations and for temporary holdover for participants who become ill or upset.</text>
      </paragraph>
    </paragraph>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="B.">
    <text>Furnishings.</text>
    <paragraph num="(1)">
      <text>Floor Coverings. All rugs and floor coverings shall be secured to the floor to eliminate tripping hazards.</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(2)">
      <text>All equipment and furnishings shall be in good condition and safe for use by participants and staff.</text>
    </paragraph>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="C.">
    <text>Equipment and Supplies.</text>
    <paragraph num="(1)">
      <text>The center shall provide equipment to encourage active participation and group interaction. The materials shall reflect the interests and backgrounds of the participants.</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(2)">
      <text>Environmental aids and supplies for activities of daily living shall be provided as required by the participant's needs and the goals of the center.</text>
    </paragraph>
  </paragraph>
</regulation>