Code of Massachusetts Regulations
105 CMR - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
Title 105 CMR 410.000 - Minimum Standards of Fitness for Human Habitation, State Sanitary Code, Chapter II
Section 410.230 - Owner's Laundering Responsibilities

Universal Citation: 105 MA Code of Regs 105.410

Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024

If an owner of a residence, including a rooming house and homeless shelter, provides bed linens, towels, pillows or mattresses to occupants:

(A) Bed linens and towels shall be laundered between use by different individuals. If continuously used by one individual, linens shall be cleaned at least weekly. Shared towels are prohibited.

(B) Blankets shall be replaced when worn. Each blanket shall be laundered between use by different individuals. If used continuously by one individual, each blanket shall be cleaned at least every three months, and more often if needed.

(C) Pillow covers and mattress covers shall be cleaned when soiled and at least every three months.

(D) Mattresses shall be clean and in good condition. Each mattress shall be cleaned or replaced when soiled or when not in good condition.

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