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457.1.4.2.4.1 Close Observation Area

2020 FBC - Building, 7^th edition > 4 Special Detailed Requirements Based on Occupancy and Use > 457 Mental Health Programs > 457.1 Public Mental Health Crisis Stabilization Units and Short-Term Residential Treatment Programs > 457.1.4 Minimum Construction Standards for CSU and SRT Facilities Initially Licensed After July 14, 1993 > 457.1.4.2 Overall Functional Design > 457.1.4.2.4 > 457.1.4.2.4.1 Close Observation Area

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This area shall include persons brought onto the CSU or SRT needing initial observation or restraints, individualized observation, and lowered stimulation levels, all of which require the frequent physical proximity of nurses. This area shall be directly adjacent to the primary unit doorway and nurses' station. The immediately adjacent rooms shall be used for single occupancy and restraint or seclusion. These rooms shall be remote from routine high activity areas and corridors.

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