Section R432-16-14 - Mechanical Standards(1) The licensee shall ensure that mechanical tests are completed before a final department construction inspection.(2) The licensee shall retain written test results in facility maintenance files available for department review.(3) The licensee shall ensure that air conditioning, heating, and ventilating systems include: (a) a heating system capable of maintaining a temperature of 80 degrees Fahrenheit in areas occupied by patients;(b) a cooling system capable of maintaining a temperature of 72 degrees Fahrenheit in areas occupied by patients; and(c) filtration when mechanically circulated outside air is used.(4) An evaporative cooler may not be used.(5) A supply and return system shall be within a duct. A common return using a corridor or attic space as a return plenum is prohibited.(6) The licensee shall ensure that plumbing and other piping systems include handwashing facilities with enough clearance for single-lever operating handles.(7) The licensee shall ensure that a dishwasher and any other kitchen food storage or cooking appliance is approved by the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) and has the NSF seal affixed.(8) The licensee shall ensure that a kitchen grease trap location complies with local health department rules.(9) The licensee shall ensure that hot water provided in a patient bathtub, shower, whirlpool, and hand washing facility is regulated by a thermostatically controlled automatic mixing valve. A valve may be installed on the recirculating system or on an individual inlet to an appliance. The licensee shall ensure the temperature of hot water for patient fixtures range between 105-and-115 degrees Fahrenheit.Utah Admin. Code R432-16-14
Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2023-10, effective 5/5/2023