- (1) a handwashing sink is placed in or immediately adjacent to each toilet facility;
(2) a handwashing sink is located in or conveniently adjacent to at least the following instruction areas:
- (a) elementary classrooms;
- (b) life skills classrooms;
- (c) art classrooms, except digital media;
- (d) chemistry labs;
- (e) biology labs;
- (f) auto shops;
- (g) wood and metal shops;
(h) drama set building areas;
- (i) any location where an individual is required to handle a liquid that may burn, irritate, or otherwise harm the skin;
- (j) any location where an individual changes a diaper, as specified in Section R392-200-22; and
- (k) any location where an individual is required to handle plants or animals.
- (3) water provided at a handwashing sink is tempered to or adjustable to a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit and does not exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit;
- (4) each handwashing sink is installed at a height appropriate to the individuals who use it;
(5) each handwashing sink is provided with:
- (a) hot and cold water; and
- (b) a faucet that utilizes a mixing valve or a combination faucet;
- (6) each self-closing, slow-closing, or metering faucet in use is designed to provide a flow of water for a sufficient length of time to rinse both hands;
- (7) each handwashing sink and any related fixture is kept clean and maintained in good repair.
- (8) hand cleaning soap or detergent is provided at a convenient location near each handwashing sink;
(9) one of the following approved hand drying provisions is conveniently located near each handwashing sink:
(a) disposable paper towels that are:
- (i) in a protective dispenser; and
- (ii) dispensed one towel at a time;
- (b) a forced-air mechanical hand-drying device that provides heated air; or
(c) cloth towels if a towel or segment of a roll cloth towel is:
- (i) provided to each person; and
- (ii) laundered after use;
The governing body shall ensure that:
KEY: public health, schools, sanitation
Date of Last Change: October 21, 2025
Notice of Continuation: October 21, 2021
Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 26B-7-402; 26B-1-202; 26B-7-113