44:67:05:02.  Procedure rooms and services. Each abortion facility shall be designed and equipped for the types of abortion procedures to be performed.

          Procedure rooms shall meet the following requirements:

          (1)  A minimum area of 115 square feet (10.8 square meters);

          (2)  Equipped with a vinyl floor surface;

          (3)  A work station and handwashing sink. Handwashing facilities must be equipped with hands-free controls and have a water supply spout mounted so that the discharge is a minimum five inches above the rim of the fixture;

          (4)  Adequate lighting with protective covers to prevent lamps from shattering; and

          (5)  Battery operated emergency lighting.

          Procedure services shall include:

          (1)  Provisions for immediate post-procedure care; and

          (2)  Emergency drugs and supplies specified by the medical staff.

          Source: 33 SDR 107, effective December 26, 2006.

          General Authority: SDCL 34-23A-51.

          Law Implemented: SDCL 34-23A-51(5).