§ 2380.35. Staffing.
(a) A minimum of one direct service worker for every six individuals shall be physically present with the individuals at all times individuals are present at the facility, except while staff persons are attending meetings or training at the facility.
(b) While staff persons are attending meetings or training at the facility, a minimum of one staff person for every ten individuals shall be physically present with the individuals at all times individuals are present at the facility.
(c) A minimum of two staff persons shall be present with the individuals at all times.
(d) An individual may be left unsupervised for periods of time if the absence of direct supervision is consistent with the individual’s assessment and is part of an individual’s IPP aimed at achieving a higher level of independence.
(e) An individual may not be left unsupervised solely for the convenience of the facility or staff persons.
The provisions of this § 2380.35 adopted January 15, 1993, effective January 16, 1993, 23 Pa.B. 343.
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