SECTION 310:675-5-12. Linen services

(a)   If linen is to be processed on the site, the following shall be provided:

(1)   Laundry processing room with commercial type equipment which can process seven (7) days' needs within a regularly scheduled work week. Handwashing facilities shall be provided.

(2)   Soiled linen receiving, holding, and sorting room with handwashing facilities.

(3)   Storage for laundry supplies.

(4)   Clean linen inspection and mending room or area.

(5)   Clean linen storage, issuing, and holding room or area.

(6)   Janitor's closet containing a floor receptor or service sink and storage space for housekeeping equipment and supplies.

(7)   Sanitizing facilities and storage area for carts. The sanitizing facilities may be combined with those required for dietary facilities.

(b)   If linen is processed off the site, the following shall be provided:

(1)   Soiled linen holding room.

(2)   Clean linen receiving, holding, inspection and storage room(s).

(3)   Sanitizing facilities and storage area for carts.