Sec. 7435.5. Security and supervision requirements

(a) A resident shall be under constant supervision at all times during their absence from a secure facility due to a deathbed or funeral visit. The facility director, or person acting in that capacity, shall determine:

(1) the appropriate number of staff assigned to accompany the resident on the visit, at least one of which shall be the same gender as the resident;

(2) the method of transportation and the vehicle to be used;

(3) the procedures for the use of restraint equipment;

(4) special procedures which are necessary due to the medical condition or mental health of the resident and the specific steps to be followed;

(5) the route to be followed and the itinerary for the trip; and

(6) any other special instructions concerning the visit.

(b) Prior to the deathbed or funeral visit, staff assigned to supervise such visit shall be thoroughly briefed concerning security measures and special instructions, and given all pertinent information regarding the family and circumstances surrounding the visit so that staff may employ good judgment in conducting the visit.

(c) Prior to the deathbed or funeral visit, the resident shall be instructed to surrender any secure facility identification cards and be thoroughly instructed regarding conduct, rules, and restrictions during the visit, and advised on the use of restraints.

(d) Staff shall escort a resident only to destinations approved by the facility director, or person acting in that capacity, during the visit.

(e) Except as specified in section 7435.6 of this Part, during a deathbed or funeral visit, a resident shall not be permitted to accept any food, beverages, gifts, or money from family, friends, or other members of the public.