Mich. Admin. Code R. 400.9301

Current through Vol. 24-19, November 1, 2024
Section R. 400.9301 - Maintenance

Rule 301.

(1) A foster parent shall ensure the home, grounds, and all structure on the grounds of the property are maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition, and in a reasonable state of repair within community standards.
(2) A foster parent shall ensure that all animals are safe to be around members of the household and children who may be placed in the home. Animals must be vaccinated in accordance with the state, tribal, and local laws where the foster home is located.
(3) Children must be supervised during any water activity as appropriate for their age and functioning level.
(4) Swimming pools on the premises must meet all the following:
(a) State, tribal, and local safety requirements.
(b) Availability of rescue equipment at all times.
(c) A working pump and filtering system if the swimming pool cannot be emptied after each use.
(d) A swimming pool that cannot be emptied after each use must have a barrier on all sides and access through the barrier must be equipped with a safety device. For more information, access "Safety Barrier Guidelines for Residential Pools" on the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission website.
(5) Spas or hot tubs must have safety covers that are locked when not in use.
(6) There must be an alarm on any exterior door that leads directly to a pond or other body of water, and water rescue equipment must be available at all times.

Mich. Admin. Code R. 400.9301

1998-2000 AACS; 2014 AACS; 2023 MR 11, Eff. 6/16/2023