New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 8 - SOCIAL SERVICES
Chapter 370 - OVERSIGHT OF LICENSED HEALTHCARE FACILITIES AND COMMUNITY BASED WAIVER PROGRAMS
Part 19 - REQUIREMENTS FOR INHOME AND INPATIENT HOSPICE CARE
Section 8.370.19.45 - UTILITY AND STORAGE FACILITIES

Universal Citation: 8 NM Admin Code 8.370.19.45

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 18, September 24, 2024

A. Sufficient clean storage and handling room(s) shall provide closed storage for clean and sterile supplies and equipment.

B. Washing, disinfection, storage and other handling of medical and nursing supplies and equipment shall be accomplished in a manner which ensures segregation of clean and sterile supplies and equipment from those that are contaminated.

C. Soiled utility room(s) shall provide:

(1) clinic service sink, siphon jet or equivalent;

(2) space for soiled linen or laundry containers;

(3) counter top, double compartment sink, and goose-neck spout or equivalent;

(4) storage for cleaning supplies and equipment.

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