Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 45, November 8, 2024
Section 64-18-7 - Communicable Disease7.1. Good hygienic practices and disease control measures shall be employed to prevent the spread of communicable disease.7.2. No staff member while affected with any disease in a communicable form, or while a carrier of a communicable disease, or while affected with boils, infected wounds, sores, or a respiratory infection shall work in any capacity in which there is likelihood of the staff member transmitting disease to other persons.7.3. All staff members in care facilities, correctional facilities, schools, and similar facilities where a close staff/client relationship exists shall:7.3.a. Wear clean outer garments and maintain a high degree of personal cleanliness;7.3.b. Conform to good hygienic practices while on duty;7.3.c. Thoroughly wash hands and the exposed portions of arms with soap and warm water before starting work, during work as often as necessary to keep them clean, and after smoking, eating, drinking or using the toilet; and7.3.d. Not use tobacco in any form while performing duties. If not prohibited by law, the health officer may designate specific areas for tobacco use when the staff member is not engaged in the performance of his or her duties.7.4. The operator shall maintain a register containing a record of all occupants. 7.4.a. The register shall be available to the health officer and shall be preserved for a minimum of twelve (12) months.7.4.b. The register shall contain the name and address of the occupants and the dates of occupancy.7.4.c. A register need not be maintained for mass gatherings, parks, playgrounds, and public restrooms.