Requirements For Environmental Sanitation

01. Water Supply. Water supply must be from an approved private, public, or municipal water supply. (7-1-26) a. Water from a private supply must have water samples submitted annually to either a private accredited laboratory or to the Public Health District Laboratory for bacteriological examination. The Department may require more frequent examinations if warranted. (7-1-26) 02. Garbage and Refuse Disposal. Garbage and refuse disposal must be provided to ensure that: (3-15-22) a. The premises and all buildings must be kept free from the accumulation of weeds, trash, and rubbish; (3-15-22) b. Material not directly related to the maintenance and operation of the facility must not be stored on the premises; and (7-1-26) c. Garbage containers must be maintained in a sanitary manner. Sufficient containers must be afforded to hold all garbage and refuse which accumulates between periods of removal from the facility. (7-1-26) IDAHO ADMINISTRATIVE CODE IDAPA 16.03.22 Department of Health and Welfare Residential Assisted Living Facilities Section 305 Page 15 03. Insect and Rodent Control. A pest control program must effectively prevent insects, rodents, and other pests from entrance to, or infestation of, the facility. (7-1-26) 04. Linen and Laundry Facilities and Services. (3-15-22) a. The facility must have linen suitable to the proper care and comfort of residents; and (7-1-26) b. Not thread-bare, torn, or stained; (7-1-26) c. Handled, processed, and stored in an appropriate manner that prevents contamination; (7-1-26) d. Situated in an area separate and apart from where food is stored, prepared, or served; (7-1-26) e. Soiled linen and clothing must be properly handled to prevent contamination. Clean linen and clothing received from a laundry service must be stored in a proper manner to prevent contamination; and (7-1-26) f. Residents' and personnel’s personal laundry must be collected, transported, sorted, washed, and dried in a sanitary manner and cannot be washed with general linens (e.g., towels and sheets). (3-15-22) 05. Housekeeping and Maintenance Services. Housekeeping, maintenance personnel, and equipment must be provided to maintain the interior and exterior of the facility in a clean, safe, and orderly manner. Prior to occupancy of any sleeping room by a new resident, the room must be thoroughly cleaned including the bed, bedding, and furnishings. (3-15-22) 06. Toxic Chemicals. All toxic chemicals must be properly labeled. Toxic chemicals cannot be stored where food is stored, prepared, or served, where medications are stored, and where residents with cognitive impairment have access. (3-15-22) 261. – 304. (RESERVED)