Section 449.522 - Construction, space and design; physical environment; restrictions for treatment of patients with hepatitis B1. The Bureau shall consider a facility to be in compliance with the provisions of NAC 449.501 to 449.5795, inclusive, relating to the construction, space or design of the facility if: (a) The facility was licensed on or before July 1, 2001; and(b) The existing construction of the facility does not have any deficiencies that are likely to cause serious injury, harm or impairment to the health and welfare of the members of the general public. If such a deficiency occurs, the facility must correct the deficiency before the facility may continue to operate.2. Each facility shall provide a physical environment that protects the health and safety of the patients and members of the staff of the facility and the members of the general public. The premises and any structures located on the premises of the facility that are used by a patient of the facility, including, without limitation, any stairwell, corridor or passageway, must satisfy the provisions of any applicable local building or fire safety code relating to the requirements for the design and space of the premises and structures.3. If a facility provides treatment for a patient who has tested positive for hepatitis B, the facility shall treat the patient with a designated machine, blood pressure cuff, sink and any other equipment that is appropriate for providing treatment to the patient.Nev. Admin. Code § 449.522
Added to NAC by Bd. of Health by R130-99, eff. 8-1-2001