Utah Admin. Code 501-1-8

Current through Bulletin 2024-12, June 15, 2024
Section R501-1-8 - Program Physical Facilities and Safety
(1) The licensee shall ensure:
(a) the appearance and cleanliness of the building and grounds are maintained and free from health and fire hazards;
(b) any appliances, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and furnishings are maintained in operating order and in a clean and safe condition;
(c) fire drills in non-outpatient programs are conducted at least quarterly and documented, including feedback regarding response time and process;
(d) a phone that can be used to call 911 is always available on-site when clients are present;
(e) bathroom facilities for staff and clients allow for individual privacy and afford reasonable accommodation based on gender identity;
(f) each bathroom is properly equipped with toilet paper, paper towels or a dryer, and soap;
(g) each bathroom is ventilated by mechanical means or equipped with a window that opens;
(h) non-prescription medication, if stored on-site, is stored in original manufacturer's packaging together with the manufacturer's directions and warnings; and
(i) prescription medication, if stored on-site, is stored in original pharmacy packaging or individual pharmacy bubble pack together with the pharmacy label, directions, and warnings.
(2) The licensee shall accommodate a client with physical disabilities as needed or appropriately refer to comparable services.
(3) The licensee shall maintain medication and potentially hazardous items on-site lawfully, responsibly, and with consideration of the safety and risk level of the population served to include locked storage for each medication and hazardous chemical that is not in active use.
(4) The licensee shall maintain a first aid kit that contains at least:
(a) bandages of different sizes;
(b) tweezers;
(c) antiseptic; and
(d) disposable sterile gloves.

Utah Admin. Code R501-1-8

Adopted by Utah State Bulletin Number 2017-3, effective 1/17/2017
Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2018-6, effective 2/23/2018
Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2019-4, effective 1/17/2019
Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2022-02, effective 1/6/2022
Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2022-08, effective 4/5/2022
Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2023-06, effective 3/2/2023
Adopted by Utah State Bulletin Number 2024-01, effective 12/19/2023