WAC 246-360-180. Laundry

The licensee must: (1) Provide clean, sanitary bedding, linens, towels, washcloths, and other items intended for guest use by: (a) Using a commercial laundry service; or (b) Washing and sanitizing laundry in accordance with the washer's manufacturer's recommendations and detergent and sanitizer instructions; and drying laundry in accordance with the dryer manufacturer's instructions when using a dryer. (2) Ensure lint screens on on-site dryers are cleaned daily during normal operation or as needed. (3) Store clean and sanitized bedding, linens, towels, washcloths and other items in an area: (a) Designated for clean items only; (b) Off the floor; (c) Protected from contamination; (d) Inaccessible to guests, pets or other animals; and (e) Away from excessive moisture or humidity. (4) Provide a means for handling, transporting, and separating soiled bedding, linens, towels, washcloths, and other items to prevent cross-contamination of clean items; (5) Provide handwashing facilities that are readily accessible to employees as described in WAC 296-823-14030 . (6) Effective April 1, 2007, ensure that laundry room flooring is uncarpeted and covered with a cleanable floor covering.