Utah Administrative Code
Topic - Health
Title R432 - Health Care Facility Licensing
Rule R432-750 - Hospice Rule
Section R432-750-32 - Pets in the Facility

Universal Citation: UT Admin Code R 432-750-32

Current through Bulletin 2024-06, March 15, 2024

(1) A licensee may permit patients to keep household pets such as dogs, cats, birds, fish, and hamsters if permitted by local ordinances.

(2) The licensee shall ensure that:

(a) pets are clean and disease-free;

(b) the pet environment is kept clean;

(c) small pets are kept in appropriate enclosures;

(d) pets that are not confined are under leash control, or voice control; and

(e) pets that are kept at the facility have documented current vaccinations.

(3) Upon approval of the administrator, a family member may bring a patient's pets to visit. The administrator shall ensure that the visiting pets have current vaccinations.

(4) A licensee that allows birds shall have procedures that prevent the transmission of psittacosis. Procedures shall ensure minimal handling of droppings and placing of droppings into a closed plastic bag for disposal.

(5) Pets shall not be permitted in food preparation, storage, or central dining areas, or in any area where their presence would create a significant health or safety risk to others.

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