During business hours, if a facility is located in a house, what must be done with connecting doors between the home and the facility?

• A. Kept closed
• B. Left open
• C. Locked only during visits
• D. Removed entirely

Answer: (A)

The important idea here is maintaining a clear separation between the business area and the living space in a home-based facility. During business hours, the connecting doors between the home and the facility should be kept closed. Keeping them closed protects client privacy and ensures the treatment area remains a controlled, sanitary environment separate from private living space. An open door would allow clients into private areas and could compromise cleanliness and safety. Locking only during visits isn’t consistent with continuous operation and security, and removing the door altogether defeats the required separation.