(a) These facilities shall be:

1. (1) Directly accessible to an outside entrance; and
2. (2) Located to avoid movement of bodies through public areas.

(b) The following elements shall be provided when autopsies are performed within the hospital:

1. (1) Refrigerated facilities for body-holding; and

2. (2)

   1. (A) Autopsy room.
   2. (B) This room shall contain:

(i) Work counter with sink equipped for handwashing;

1. (ii) Storage space for supplies, equipment, and specimens;

   1. (iii) Autopsy table;

      1. (iv) A deep sink for washing of specimens; and
      2. (v) A housekeeping service sink or receptor for cleanup and housekeeping.
   2. (C) Note. If autopsies are performed outside the facility, only a well-ventilated, temperature-controlled, body-holding room need be provided.