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(a) The licensee shall provide fire escapes and exits that are kept in good repair and accessible at all times in accordance with the Dallas Fire Code, as amended.
(b) The licensee shall implement a written fire and evacuation plan that sets forth the responsibilities and steps to be taken by staff and residents in the event of a fire or other emergency. If a boarding home facility has a resident who is non-ambulatory or has a mobility impairment, the license shall submit the written plan to Dallas Fire-Rescue and obtain its approval of the plan.
(c) The licensee shall post an emergency evacuation plan in each sleeping room and the kitchen of the facility.
(d) The licensee shall ensure that each resident receives training on the emergency evacuation plan at least two times per year and shall maintain documentation of such training.
(e) Flammable supplies and gasoline-operated maintenance equipment and lawn care equipment must be stored in the garage of the facility or in a detached storage shed.
(f) The licensee shall provide a sufficient number of accessible fire extinguishers in accordance with the Dallas Fire Code, as amended. The licensee shall ensure that a person licensed to inspect fire extinguishers inspects the fire extinguishers annually. The licensee shall ensure the fire extinguishers are recharged when needed by a person licensed to inspect fire extinguishers.
(g) The licensee shall provide a smoke alarm approved by the fire marshal in each place in the facility required by the Dallas Fire Code, as amended. The licensee shall maintain a smoke alarm in good working order.
(h) If a boarding home facility has a resident that is hearing impaired, the licensee shall install and properly maintain a visual smoke alarm that is capable of alerting a hearing impaired person of the presence of fire or smoke in accordance with the Dallas Fire Code, as amended.
(i) The licensee shall install and properly maintain carbon monoxide detectors near sleeping rooms in accordance with Section 42.060 of the Texas Human Resources Code, as amended.
(j) The licensee shall ensure that all residents are shown how to use all emergency exits from the boarding home facility within 24 hours after arrival at the boarding home facility. The licensee shall maintain documentation of such training.
(k) First aid supplies.
(1) The licensee shall provide first aid supplies that are equivalent to the 16-unit first aid kit that complies with the latest edition of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) standard Z308.1.
(2) The licensee shall ensure that the first aid supplies are readily accessible to all the residents and inform the residents of the location of the supplies.
(3) The licensee shall provide one set of such supplies for each 50 persons, or fraction of 50 persons, residing in the boarding home facility. (Ord. 28706)
If a boarding home facility uses well water, the licensee shall supply the director with annual test results for water samples taken from the water well from a laboratory accredited by the State of Texas under the National Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program. If the sample results show coliform bacteria present, a resample must be taken within seven days after receipt of the results. The licensee shall supply results of testing the resample to the director within seven business days of receipt. (Ord. 28706)
(a) If a boarding home facility provides laundry service or has laundry facilities on site, all linens and laundry must be placed in a closed bag or covered hamper before being transported to the laundry area.
(b) If a boarding home facility provides laundry service, all linens and laundry must be properly identified to prevent loss.
(c) Soiled linens and laundry must not be sorted or processed in kitchens, food preparation areas, or food storage areas. (Ord. 28706)
(a) The licensee shall ensure that poisonous, toxic, and flammable materials:
(1) are stored and maintained away from bed linens, towels, food items, and kitchen equipment; and
(2) are not used in a way that contaminates food equipment or utensils or constitutes a hazard to employees or residents.
(b) The licensee shall prominently and distinctly label poisonous, toxic, and flammable materials for easy identification of contents. (Ord. 28706)
(a) General. If a boarding home facility serves meals to one or more residents, the licensee shall ensure the following:
(1) All food and drink is clean and free from spoilage, pathogenic organisms, toxic chemicals, and other harmful substances.
(2) All food and drink is prepared, stored, handled, and served so as to be safe for human consumption.
(3) All food or drink subject to spoilage is maintained at a temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below.
(4) Hot foods that are ready to be served are maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above at all times.
(5) All food or drink stored in the freezer is maintained at a temperature of no higher than 0 degrees Fahrenheit.
(6) Alternative food selections are provided for residents who choose to disclose their medically prescribed diets to the licensee.
(7) A time schedule for meals is posted daily.
(8) Meals are:
(A) nutritionally balanced and provide the U.S. Department of Agriculture recommended daily allowance of vitamins, minerals, and calories;
(B) of sufficient quantity and quality to meet the nutritional needs of residents; and
(C) served with not more than 14 hours between the beginning of the evening meal and the beginning of the morning meal.
(9) A valid food handler's certificate issued under Section 17-2.2 of this code has been issued in the name of the licensee.
(10) After each usage, all eating and drinking utensils are thoroughly washed and sanitized in hot water containing a suitable soap or synthetic detergent and rinsed in clean hot water. If a mechanical dishwasher is used, dish detergent is required.
(b) Animals prohibited. With the exception of service animals for persons with disabilities, birds, cats, dogs, or other animals are not permitted in areas where food is prepared or stored, or where utensils are washed or stored.
(c) Food handling.
(1) An owner, operator, employee, or resident engaged in food handling shall:
(A) observe sanitary methods, including hand washing; and
(B) not be assigned to preparing foods for others at the facility if carrying a disease that can be transmitted to others in the normal course of food preparation.
(2) If preparing meals for residents, staff must meet food handling requirements and training approved by the director. (Ord. Nos. 28706; 29753)
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