Section 844IAC5-9-8. Facilities and equipment

   (a) All locations seeking inclusion on the health care volunteer registry that have a fixed location shall meet the following:

(1) Have a reliable and readily available source of power capable of adequately powering all necessary equipment related to the provision of health care services.

(2) Have a reliable and readily available source of light capable of adequately illuminating the designated space necessary to the provision of health care services.

(3) Have a designated space within the facility where health care services will be provided.

(4) Conform to infectious waste management requirements as required by 410 IAC 1-3.

(5) Conform to universal precaution requirements as required by 410 IAC 1-4.

(6) Have ready access to potable water, including hot water, necessary for the provision of health care services.

(7) Have ready access to toilet facilities for use by individuals providing or obtaining health care services.

(8) Have adequate ventilation necessary for the provision of health care services.

(9) Keep the facility and grounds in good repair so that health care services can be delivered safely.

  (b) In addition to the requirements of subsection (a), excepting subsection (a)(3) and (a)(9), all locations seeking inclusion on the health care volunteer registry that are a mobile location must meet the following facilities requirements:

(1) The operator of the mobile facility shall maintain an official business or mailing address of record, which shall not be a post office box and which shall be filed with the board.

(2) The driver of the unit possesses a valid driver's license appropriate for operation of the vehicle.

  (c) All locations seeking inclusion on the health care volunteer registry must have the following equipment in operating condition:

(1) Instruments to measure vital signs.

(2) Means to communicate with emergency personnel outside the facility.

(3) A covered galvanized, stainless steel, or other noncorrosive container for deposit of refuse and waste materials.

(Medical Licensing Board of Indiana; 844 IAC 5-9-8; filed Sep 29, 2016, 10:30 a.m.: 20161026-IR-844150421FRA)

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