Section 246-335-290. 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; and

(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.

[Statutory Authority: Chapter 70.127 RCW. WSR 02-18-026, § 246-335-290, filed 8/23/02, effective 10/1/02.]

Chapter 70.127 RCW. WSR 02-18-026, § 246-335-290, filed 8/23/02, effective 10/1/02.