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 111-8-4 - AMBULATORY SURGICAL TREATMENT CENTERS
Rule 111-8-4-.15 - Housekeeping, Laundry, Maintenance and Sterile Supplies

Universal Citation: GA Rules and Regs r 111-8-4-.15

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through September 23, 2024

(1) Each center shall provide sufficient space and equipment and ensure that housekeeping and maintenance is sufficient to keep the center and equipment in a clean and tidy condition and state of good repair. Proper maintenance shall be provided as necessary to correct, prevent, or adjust faulty equipment and/or correct other undesirable conditions.

(2) Laundry service shall be provided. Separate space and facilities shall be provided for receiving, sorting and storing soiled laundry, and for sorting, storing and issuing of clean laundry, if reusable items are utilized.

(3) There shall be adequate space and facilities for receiving, packaging and proper sterilizing and storage of supplies and equipment, consistent with the services to be provided.

(4) Special precaution shall be taken to ensure that sterile instruments and supplies are kept separate from non-sterile instruments and supplies. Sterilization records shall be kept and sterile items shall be dated and utilized, based on established procedures.

(5) A recognized method of checking sterilizer performance shall be adopted.

O.C.G.A. §§ 31-2-4et seq. and 31-7-1 et seq.

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