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 8.370.19.48 - WATER SUPPLY AND PLUMBING

Universal Citation: 8 NM Admin Code 8.370.19.48

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

The water supply and the waste and drainage system of the hospice shall be maintained to avoid unsanitary conditions.

A. There shall be an adequate supply of hot and cold running water under pressure.

B. Hot water shall be of a safe temperature at all fixtures used by patients. Hot water temperatures at bathing fixtures used by patients shall be automatically regulated so as not to exceed 110 degrees fahrenheit.

C. There shall be devices to prevent backflow into the water supply system.

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