Washington Administrative Code
Title 246 - Health, Department of
FACILITY STANDARDS AND LICENSING
Chapter 246-337 - Residential treatment facility
Section 246-337-146 - Cleaning, maintenance and refuse disposal
Universal Citation: WA Admin Code 246-337-146
Current through Register Vol. 24-18, September 15, 2024
The licensee shall maintain the facility, equipment, and furnishings in a safe and sanitary condition, and in good repair through the following requirements:
(1) Provide sanitary disposal and collection of garbage and refuse by:
(a) Use of containers constructed of
nonabsorbent material, which are water-tight, covered, and adequate to store
garbage and refuse;
(b) Having a
storage area location convenient for resident and staff use;
(c) Having a clean and maintained area for
containers to prevent:
(i) Entrance of
insects, rodents, birds, or other pests;
(ii) Odors; and
(iii) Other nuisances.
(d) A disposal program for biohazardous and
nonmedical waste using appropriate containers and disposal services.
(2) Provide adequate storage space for:
(a) Clean and soiled equipment and
linens;
(b) Lockable, shelved
storage impervious to moisture, for cleaning supplies, disinfectants and
poisonous compounds; and
(c)
Separate, locked storage for flammable materials or other fire and safety
hazards.
(3) Provide a safe and cleanable area designated for pouring stock chemicals and cleaning supplies into separate, properly labeled containers if stock chemicals are used.
(4) Provide an effective pest control program so that the RTF is free of pests such as rodents and insects.
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