WAC 246-335-766. Receiving, storage and distribution facilities

A hospice care center applicant or licensee must: (1) Provide bulk and general supply storage constructed to control pests and prevent spoilage, contamination, damage, and corrosion of goods including: (a) Protection against inclement weather; (b) Secured spaces with appropriate environmental conditions in accordance with federal and state laws and rules on supplies and medication storage if pharmaceuticals are stored; and (c) Off-floor storage when required to prevent contamination and water damage to stores. (2) Provide receiving and unloading area with: (a) Administrative work space; (b) Security and protection for supplies; and (c) Location to prevent vehicle exhaust from entering the hospice care center. (3) Provide storage if needed for: (a) Flammable and combustible liquid storage; (b) Laboratory chemicals; (c) Medical compressed gases; (d) Gaseous oxidizing materials; (e) Pesticides, cleaning compounds, and toxic substances; and (f) Mobile housekeeping equipment.