15A NCAC 18A .1813. STORAGE AND LAUNDRY FACILITIES

(a)  Storage rooms or cabinets shall be provided for all supplies, linens, and equipment.

(b)  Clean linen and supplies shall be stored in cabinets, or on shelves in linen and supply storage rooms.  Cabinets, shelves, and storage rooms shall be constructed to facilitate cleaning and kept clean.

(c)  Soiled linen shall be so handled and stored as not to come in contact with clean linen.

(d)  A separate storage area shall be provided for building and ground maintenance equipment and supplies.

(e)  Items on housekeeping carts shall be arranged in a manner to prevent cross-contamination between soiled and cleaned items.  Housekeeping carts shall be kept clean and stored in a clean area.

 

History Note:        Authority G.S. 130A‑248;

Eff. February 1, 1976;

Readopted Eff. December 5, 1977;

Amended Eff. January 1, 1996; September 1, 1990.