Utah Administrative Code
Topic - Health
Title R432 - Health Care Facility Licensing
Rule R432-100 - General Hospital Standards
Section R432-100-38 - Housekeeping Services

Universal Citation: UT Admin Code R 432-100-38

Current through Bulletin 2024-06, March 15, 2024

(1) The licensee shall provide housekeeping services to maintain a clean, safe, sanitary, and healthful environment in the hospital.

(2) If the licensee contracts for housekeeping services with an outside service, the licensee shall secure a signed and dated agreement that details the services provided.

(3) The licensee shall provide safe and secure storage of cleaners and chemicals and keep cleaners and chemicals stored in areas that may be accessible to patients secure in accordance with hospital policy.

(4) The licensee shall ensure that storage and supplies in each area of the hospital are stored at least four inches off the floor, and at least 18 inches below the lowest portion of the sprinkler system.

(5) Personnel engaged in housekeeping or laundry services shall not be engaged simultaneously in food service or patient care.

(6) If personnel work in food or direct patient care services, the licensee shall establish and follow a hospital policy to govern the transition from housekeeping services to patient care.

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