- (1) The licensee shall provide housekeeping services to maintain a clean, sanitary, and healthful environment.
- (2) If the licensee contracts for housekeeping services with an outside entity, the licensee shall obtain a signed and dated agreement that details the services provided.
(3)(a) The licensee shall provide safe and secure storage of cleaners and chemicals.
- (b) The licensee shall lock chemicals in a secure area to prevent unauthorized access or potential access by children or disoriented patients.
- (4) Personnel engaged in housekeeping or laundry services may not be concurrently engaged in food service or patient care.
- (5) The licensee shall establish and implement policies and procedures to govern the transition of housekeeping personnel to food service or direct patient care duties.
KEY: health care facilities
Date of Last Change: February 18, 2025
Notice of Continuation: August 13, 2021
Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 26B-2-202; 26B-2-204