R6-18-702. General Condition and Cleanliness of the Setting

The care provider shall ensure: 1. The interior and exterior of the setting are maintained in good repair and do not constitute a hazard. Damage that constitutes a hazard includes: a. Broken glass; b. Surfaces that are rusted, have sharp or jagged edges, or have nails protruding; c. Holes in walls, ceilings, or floors; or d. Broken furniture, fixtures, appliances, or equipment. 2. Play areas and therapy equipment are in good repair. 3. The setting is clean to the degree that the condition does not constitute a hazard. Conditions that constitute a hazard include rotting food, stale or accumulated urine or feces, or an accumulation of mold. 4. Garbage is removed from the setting at least once each week. 5. The setting and outside play areas are free of insect and rodent infestation, or the setting has an ongoing system to eliminate insects or rodents. 6. Water in a pool on the premises is maintained, is not stagnant, and is clear enough to see through the water to the bottom surface of the pool.