Document Citation: N.D. Admin. Code 75-03-16-63

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NORTH DAKOTA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
TITLE 75. DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
ARTICLE 3. COMMUNITY SERVICES
CHAPTER 16. LICENSING OF GROUP HOMES AND RESIDENTIAL CHILD CARE FACILITIES

Date:
08/31/2009

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75-03-16-63. Mobile program travel plan - Predeparture procedures.

1. Prior to the departure of a mobile program expedition group, the facility shall develop a travel plan which includes an itinerary and a preestablished check-in time. The facility shall keep a copy of the travel plan at the facility.

2. For mobile programs, the facility shall file a copy of the program's itinerary with the sheriff of every county in which program activities take place.

3. The facility shall initiate its preestablished emergency and safety plan as provided for in section 75-03-16-61 upon the failure of a traveling group to check in on time.

4. The travel plan must:

a. Include a map of all activity areas;

b. Identify appropriate sources or locations of water, food, laundry facilities, bathing, and liquid and solid waste and garbage disposal;

c. Provide daily periodic rest stops and opportunities for relaxation, exercise, and personal time;

d. Provide that vehicle travel not exceed five consecutive days of eight or more hours without a minimum of one intervening nontravel day, except in case of emergency travel; and

e. Specify routes to be traveled, including daily mileage, dates and times of departure and arrival, location of overnight stops, and planned activities.

5. Prior to departure, all participants and staff shall receive instruction in the proper and safe use of vehicles and equipment, in safety and emergency procedures, and in transportation to emergency facilities.

6. When a program's itinerary includes use of land regulated by a public agency, the facility shall comply with all regulations of the public agency, including the obtaining of permits.