OAR 413-050-0555: Shelter Standards

Grantees that provide shelter homes or shelter facilities must: (1) Comply with applicable zoning, fire, sanitary and safety regulations. (2) Post emergency instructions in English and other primary languages used in the geographic area where the shelter home is located. (3) Maintain an operating telephone. (4) Provide drinking water that meets Health Division standards. (5) Maintain medicines in locked cabinets or areas. (6) Have first aid supplies available. (7) Protect children from items of potential danger. (8) Have kitchen and emergency food supplies available reflective of the cultures present in the community. (9) Have emergency clothing available. (10) Maintain liability and fire insurance.