Handwashing facilities consisting of hot and cold running water dispensed through a mixing faucet controlled with blade handles or other hands-free controls, a towel dispenser with single-service towels or a hand-drying device, and hand cleanser must be located in dietary areas, utility rooms, staff stations, physical therapy rooms, laundry rooms, and all toilet rooms. A handwashing facility must be provided in each resident room or in a bath or toilet room connected directly to the room. If existing faucets and controls are replaced or changed, they must be replaced with mixing faucets controlled with blade handles or other hands-free controls.

Source: 38 SDR 115, effective January 9, 2012 ; 50 SDR 19, effective August 30, 2023 .

General Authority: SDCL 34-12-13 (1) (4).

Law Implemented: SDCL 34-12-13 .

Prior versions effective: 2012-01-09.