WAC 388-76-10255   Infection control.  The adult family home must develop and implement an infection control system that:

     (1) Uses nationally recognized infection control standards;

     (2) Emphasizes frequent hand washing and other means of limiting the spread of infection;

     (3) Follows the requirements of chapter 49.17 RCW, Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act to protect the health and safety of each resident and employees; and

     (4) Directs all staff to:

     (a) Dispose of razor blades, syringes, and other sharp items in a manner that will not risk the health and safety of residents, staff, other persons residing in the home or the public; and

     (b) Use all disposable and single-service supplies and equipment only one time as specified by the manufacturer.



[Statutory Authority: RCW 70.128.040 and chapters 70.128 and 74.34 RCW. 07-21-080, § 388-76-10255, filed 10/16/07, effective 1/1/08.]