Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 111 - RULES OF DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY HEALTH
Chapter 111-8 - HEALTHCARE FACILITY REGULATION
Subject 111-8-1 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR ADULT DAY CENTERS
Rule 111-8-1-.25 - Infection Control

Universal Citation: GA Rules and Regs r 111-8-1-.25

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through September 23, 2024

(1) Each adult day center shall develop and implement policies and procedures that address infection control issues in all components of the adult day center. These policies and procedures shall be based on accepted standards of infection control and shall address at least the following:

(a) Hand hygiene;

(b) Cleaning, disinfecting, and sanitizing participant areas;

(c) Isolation precautions;

(d) Handling, transport, and disposal of medical waste or bodily fluids;

(e) Center requirements for communicable disease health screening, including tuberculosis surveillance and any recommended immunizations;

(f) Use of personal protective equipment and exposure reporting/follow-up;

(g) Work restrictions for staff with potentially infectious diseases;

(h) Evaluation of the participant related to infection control risks;

(i) Outbreak investigation procedures;

(j) Dietary practices;

(k) Reporting of communicable diseases, as required by law; and

(l) Standard precautions.

(2) Adult Day Health Centers. In addition to the above, adult day health center shall develop and implement policies and procedures that address infection control issues regarding the following:

(a) Wound care;

(b) Urinary tract care;

(c) Respiratory therapy;

(d) Enteral therapy; and

(e) Infusion therapy.

(3) The infection control program shall be evaluated as needed, but at least annually to ensure the effectiveness of the program related to the prevention of the transmission of infections to participants and staff.

O.C.G.A. § 49-6-81.

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