Construction Requirements for New 'Class-C' CBRF Structures
Construction Requirements for New 'Class-C' CBRF Structures
This memorandum replaces memorandum 17-005 with updated regulatory references. The position of the Department of Health Services remains consistent regarding the purpose of this memorandum to provide information regarding the minimum fire safety requirements for new Community-Based Residential Facility (CBRF) licensure, as these requirements relate to the application of the Wisconsin Commercial Building Code (WCBC). CBRFs are licensed according to Wis. Admin. Code ch. DHS 83. Commercial structures are designed to the requirements in the WCBC.
Fire Watch, Fire Plan, and Fire Reporting Update
Fire Watch, Fire Plan, and Fire Reporting Update
The purpose of this memo is to provide updated information regarding the response to fire-related emergencies in health care facilities. This memo provides regulatory information regarding the development of fire watch procedures, fire planning, and mandated reporting of a fire event.
FoodShare Cost of Living Adjustments
FoodShare Cost of Living Adjustments
The purpose of this Operations Memo is to announce the FoodShare Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA), new Standard Utility Allowance (SUA), and federal standard deductions for meals provided by self-employed child care providers for federal fiscal year (FFY) 2024. FFY 2024 is October 1, 2023, through September 30, 2024.
Changes to FoodShare Work Requirement Exemptions and Age Range Based on the 2023 Fiscal Responsibilities Act
Changes to FoodShare Work Requirement Exemptions and Age Range Based on the 2023 Fiscal Responsibilities Act
This operations memo announces changes to the FoodShare work requirement for members who are able-bodied adults without dependents (ABAWD) as required by the Fiscal Responsibility Act (FRA) of 2023.