Requirements For Infection Control

The facility must develop policies and procedures consistent with recognized standards that control and prevent infections for both staff and residents. (7-1-26) 01. Staff with an Infectious Disease. Staff with an infectious disease must not work until the infectious stage no longer exists or must be reassigned to a work area where contact with others is not expected and likelihood of transmission of infection is absent. (3-15-22) 02. Standard Precautions. Standard precautions for infection prevention must be in accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines. (7-1-26) 03. Reporting of Individual with an Infectious Disease. Facilities must report any cases of resident or staff illness consistent with the diseases listed in IDAPA 16.02.10, “Idaho Reportable Diseases.” The facility must follow guidance from local health districts. (7-1-26) 336. – 404. (RESERVED) 405. ADDITIONAL FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY STANDARDS FOR ALL BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES. 01. Medical Gases. Handling, use, and storage of medical gas must be according to local fire code standards. (7-1-26) 02. Natural or Man-Made Hazards. When natural or man-made hazards are present on the facility property or border the facility property, suitable fences, guards, railing, or a combination must be installed to provide protection for the residents. (3-15-22) 03. Telephone. The facility must have a telephone on the premises available for staff use in the event of an emergency. Emergency telephone numbers must be posted near the telephone. (3-15-22) 04. Prohibited Applications. The following are prohibited uses of a Relocatable Power Tap. (7-1-26) a. Medical equipment; (7-1-26) b. Daisy chain or plugging one (1) plug strip into a second plug strip; (7-1-26) c. Appliances; (7-1-26) d. As a convenience, in lieu of permanent installed receptacles; and (7-1-26) e. Extend through walls, ceilings, floors, under doors or floor coverings, or be subject to environmental or physical damage. (7-1-26) 406. – 409. (RESERVED)