Section 481.63.24. Housekeeping.

       63.24(1) Written procedures shall be established and implemented for daily and weekly cleaning schedules. (III)

       63.24(2) Each resident unit shall be cleaned on a routine schedule. (III)

       63.24(3) All rooms, corridors, storage areas, linen closets, attics, and basements shall be kept in a clean, orderly condition, free of unserviceable furniture and equipment and accumulations of refuse. (III)

       63.24(4) A hallway or corridor shall not be used for storage of equipment. (III)

       63.24(5) All odors shall be kept under control by cleanliness and proper ventilation. (III)

       63.24(6) Clothing worn by personnel shall be clean and washable. (III)

       63.24(7) Housekeeping and maintenance personnel shall be provided with well-constructed and properly maintained equipment appropriate to the function for which it is to be used. (III)

       63.24(8) All furniture, bedding, linens, and equipment shall be cleaned periodically and before use by another resident. (III)

       63.24(9) Polishes used on floors shall provide a nonslip finish. (III)

       63.24(10) Throw or scatter rugs shall not be permitted. (III)

       63.24(11) Entrances, exits, steps, and outside walkways shall be kept free from ice, snow, and other hazards. (II, III)

       63.24(12) Cleaning agents, bleaches, insecticides, or any other poisonous, dangerous, or flammable materials shall not be accessible to residents except as indicated in individualized programs of care. (II, III)

       63.24(13) Sufficient numbers of noncombustible trash containers, which have covers, shall be available. (III)