Md. Code Regs. 10.29.21.07

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 12, June 14, 2024

Section 10.29.21.07 - Vehicle Standards

A. A removal vehicle shall:

(1) Be of appropriate size for the transport of human remains;

(2) Have windows tinted to the extent that human remains are obscured from public view;

(3) Have a cargo bay which:

(a) Is fully enclosed; and

(b) Is designed to prevent co-mingling or shifting of human remains while in transit; and

(4) Have a floor which is a nonporous, impervious surface.

B. A removal vehicle shall include at least the following equipment:

(1) A removal stretcher and litter, each with a leakproof pouch; and

(2) A universal precaution kit which shall include the following:

(a) A red bio-waste bag;

(b) A heavy disaster pouch;

(c) Goggles;

(d) Booties;

(e) A mask;

(f) Disposable gloves;

(g) A clean or disposable apron;

(h) Antiseptic hand cleaner;

(i) Disinfectant spray;

(j) Clean towels; and

(k) A first-aid kit.

C. Before the sale of a removal vehicle, the permit holder shall have the vehicle disinfected.

D. Removal vehicles shall be inspected by a Board designated inspector at least every 2 years starting from the date of first inspection.

E. A removal vehicle which has passed a Board inspection shall prominently display a Board-issued sticker on the vehicle attesting to passage of the inspection.

Md. Code Regs. 10.29.21.07

Regulation .07 amended effective 41:3 Md. R. 202, eff.2/17/2014