Section R432-500-26 - Emergency Electric Service(1) The licensee shall ensure an emergency generator is available to provide power to critical areas essential for patient safety in the event of an interruption in normal electrical power service.(2) The licensee shall provide: (a) emergency exit lighting; and(b) flashlights available for emergency use by staff.(3) The licensee shall ensure that emergency electrical power systems are maintained in operating condition and tested as follows:(a) the emergency power generator is tested weekly and run under load for a period of 30 minutes monthly;(b) transfer switches and battery-operated equipment are tested at approximately 14-day intervals; and(c) a written record of inspection, performance, test period, and repair of the emergency generator is maintained on the premises for review.Utah Admin. Code R432-500-26
Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2023-17, effective 8/10/2023