Diagnostic Facilities

Section 205 Section 205.1380  Diagnostic Facilities a)         Radiographic Suite: if radiographic studies are conducted, the following shall apply: 1)         Radiographic rooms shall have a minimum clear area of 120 square feet and a minimum clear dimension of 10', exclusive of vestibule, toilet, closet, cabinet, and work counter (whether fixed or movable).  A minimum of 3'0" clearance shall be at each side and both ends of the radiographic table; 2)         A handwashing sink with a plaster trap within the room; 3)         A communication system connected to the control station; 4)         A film processing area with work counters, triple sink, storage cabinets, exhaust venting for chemicals, open drains, and safety lighting, if required by the facility operational narrative; 5)         A viewing and administration area; 6)         Film storage facilities, if required by the facility operations narrative; 7)         A toilet room with handwashing facilities, directly accessible from each radiographic room without entering the general corridor area; and 8)         A dressing area with convenient access to toilets and a lockable closet unit for patient's belongings. b)         If laboratory testing is performed in the facility, the laboratory area of the facility shall contain the following minimum facilities: 1)         A laboratory work counter with sink and vacuum, and electric services. 2)         A lavatory or counter sink equipped for handwashing. 3)         A storage cabinet or closet for any necessary laboratory supplies and equipment.  This storage area may be combined with other storage areas in the center. 4)         Blood collection facilities with space for a chair and work counter.