S.C. Code Regs. § § 61-93.2600.2612

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 10, October 25, 2024

Section 61-93.2600.2612 - Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (II)

A. Facilities shall ensure that a certified or licensed technician inspects the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system at least annually.

B. Facilities shall maintain a temperature between seventy-two (72) and seventy-eight (78) degrees Fahrenheit in Patient areas.

C. Facilities shall ensure that heating, ventilation, and air conditioning supplies and return grills are installed at least three (3) feet away from a smoke detector. (I)

D. Facilities shall ensure that heating, ventilation, and air conditioning grills are not installed in the floors.

E. Facilities shall ensure that intake air ducts are filtered and maintained to prevent the entrance of dust, dirt, and other contaminating materials. Facilities shall ensure discharge from the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system does not irritate Patients, Staff, and Volunteers.

F. Facilities shall have operable windows or approved mechanical ventilation in every bathroom and restroom.

G. Facilities shall ensure all kitchen areas are ventilated to prevent excessive heat, steam, condensation, vapors, smoke, and fumes.

S.C. Code Regs. § 61-93.2600.2612

Added by State Register Volume 44, Issue No. 06, eff. 6/26/2020.