LAC 51:XXVIII.123 – Linens [formerly paragraph 28:012]

A. [Formerly paragraph 28:012-1] Each registrant or operator shall use clean reusable linens or disposable linens for each client.
B. [Formerly paragraph 28:012-2] A common towel shall be prohibited.
C. [Formerly paragraph 28:012-3] Air blowers may be substituted for hand towels.
D. [Formerly paragraph 28:012-4] Each registrant or operator shall store clean linens, tissues, or single-use paper products in a clean, enclosed storage area until needed for immediate use.
E. [Formerly paragraph 28:012-5] Each registrant or operator shall dispose of or store used linens in a closed or covered container until laundered.
F. [Formerly paragraph 28:012-6] Each registrant or operator shall launder used linens either by a regular, commercial laundering or by a noncommercial laundering process that includes immersion in water at 160 degrees Fahrenheit for not less than 15 minutes during the washing and rinsing operations.

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with the provisions of R.S. 40:4, R.S. 40:5, and 40:2833.

HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Health and Hospitals, Office of Public Health, LR 28:1460 (June 2002).