Texas Administrative Code (Last Updated: March 27,2024) |
TITLE 37. PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS |
PART 9. TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS |
CHAPTER 261. EXISTING CONSTRUCTION RULES |
SUBCHAPTER C. EXISTING MINIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS |
SECTION 261.356. Lighting
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Adequate illumination shall be provided throughout the cells and day rooms. An illumination level of 20 foot candles shall be provided at mirrors and tables. Inmates should be capable of controlling some lighting; override capability shall be provided. Night lights sufficient to permit continuous observation shall be provided. Control areas and means of egress shall be continuously illuminated. Exteriors of buildings and all entrances shall be lighted sufficiently to observe approaching persons.
Source Note: The provisions of this §261.356 adopted to be effective December 19, 1994, 19 TexReg 9526.