R432-270-23. Housekeeping Services

(1) The facility shall employ housekeeping staff to maintain both the exterior and interior of the facility.

(2) The facility shall designate a person to direct housekeeping services. This person shall:

(a) post routine laundry, maintenance, and cleaning schedules for housekeeping staff.

(b) ensure all furniture, bedding, linens, and equipment are clean before use by another resident.

(3) The facility shall control odors by maintaining cleanliness.

(4) There shall be a trash container in every occupied room.

(5) All cleaning agents, bleaches, insecticides, or poisonous, dangerous, or flammable materials shall be stored in a locked area to prevent unauthorized access.

(6) Housekeeping personnel shall be trained in preparing and using cleaning solutions, cleaning procedures, proper use of equipment, proper handling of clean and soiled linen, and procedures for disposal of solid waste.

(7) Bathtubs, shower stalls, or lavatories shall not be used as storage places.

(8) Throw or scatter rugs that present a tripping hazard to residents are not permitted.