Wash. Admin. Code § 388-97-3280

Current through Register Vol. 24-21, November 1, 2024

Section 388-97-3280 - Safety - Handrails

The nursing home must:

(1) Provide handrails on each side of all corridors and stairwells accessible to residents; and

(2)In new construction ensure that:

(a) Ends of handrails are returned to the walls;

(b) Handrails are mounted thirty to thirty-four inches above the floor and project not more than three and three-quarters inches from the wall; and

(c) Handrails terminate not more than six inches from a door.

Wash. Admin. Code § 388-97-3280

Statutory Authority: Chapters 18.51 and 74.42 RCW and 42 C.F.R. 489.52. 08-20-062, § 388-97-3280, filed 9/24/08, effective 11/1/08.