Iowa Administrative Code
Agency 481 - Inspections and Appeals Department
Inspections Division
Chapter 61 - Minimum Physical Standards for Nursing Facilities
Rule 481-61.8 - Dietetic and Other Service Areas
Universal Citation: IA Admin Code 481-61.8
Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 6, September 18, 2024
(1) Dietetic service area. The construction and installation of equipment of the dietetic service area shall comply with the requirements of the Food and Drug Administration Food Code adopted under provisions of Iowa Code section 137F.2. (III)
(2) General storage areas. General storage areas totaling not less than 14 square feet per bed shall be provided. If each resident has a 4-foot wide closet in the bedroom, the general storage area per bed may be reduced from 14 square feet to 10 square feet per bed. Storage areas are not required to be located in only one room. (III)
a. Storage areas for linens,
janitor's supplies, sterile nursing supplies, activities supplies, library
books, office supplies, kitchen supplies and mechanical plant accessories shall
not be included as part of the general storage area and are not required to be
located in the same area. (III)
b.
Thirty percent of the general storage area may be provided in a building
outside the facility if the building is easily accessible to personnel.
(III)
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