Utah Admin. Code R432-500-22 - Housekeeping Services

(1) The licensee shall provide housekeeping services to maintain a clean, sanitary, and healthy environment. If the licensee contracts for housekeeping services with an outside agency, the licensee shall ensure there is a signed, dated agreement that details any services provided and the housekeeping service meets each requirement of this section.

(2) The licensee shall ensure written housekeeping policies and procedures are developed and implemented, and reviewed and updated annually.

(3) The licensee shall ensure enough housekeeping staff are employed or contracted with to maintain both the exterior and interior of the facility in a safe, clean, orderly manner.

(4) The licensee shall ensure:

(a) housekeeping equipment is suitable for institutional use and properly maintained;

(b) cleaning solutions for floors are prepared according to manufacturer's instructions and be checked periodically to ensure proper germicidal concentrations are maintained;

(c) there is enough noncombustible trash containers and lids are provided where appropriate;

(d) storage areas containing cleaning agents, bleaches, insecticides, or poisonous, dangerous, or flammable materials, are safeguarded.

(e) toilet rooms are not used for storage; and

(f) throw or scatter rugs are not used in the main traffic areas of the facility or in exit ways.

Notes

Utah Admin. Code R432-500-22

Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2023-17, effective 8/10/2023