6 CCR 1011-1-20-20 - HOUSEKEEPING AND MAINTENANCE

20.1 Organization: Each center shall provide housekeeping services which ensure a pleasant, safe and sanitary environment. If the center contracts with an outside vendor to provide housekeeping services, there shall be a written agreement regarding the services and the center shall be ultimately responsible for quality control of the contractor.

20.2 Written Policies and Procedures: Written policies and procedures shall be established, approved by the infection control committee, and followed to ensure adequate cleaning and/or disinfection of the physical structure and equipment.

20.3 Storage: All cleaning materials, solutions, cleaning compounds, and hazardous substances, shall be properly identified and stored in accordance with the manufacturers' instructions.

20.4 Cleaning methods shall minimize the dispersion of dust particles that may contain microorganisms in clean/sterile areas.

20.5 The center shall have and follow written policies and procedures regarding a preventive maintenance program to ensure that the physical plant and equipment are kept in good repair and to provide for the safety, welfare and comfort of the center occupants.

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6 CCR 1011-1-20-20