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