309-040-0375 Sanitation (1) The water supply in the home must meet the requirements of the current Authority rules governing domestic water supplies: (a) A municipal water supply must be utilized if available; (b) When the home is not served by an approved municipal water system, a sanitarian or a technician from a laboratory accredited for well water testing must collect and test a sample for total coliform bacteria at least quarterly, and nitrate at least annually, and reported to the Division. For adverse test results, repeat samples and corrective action must be taken to assure compliance with water quality standards. Water testing and any necessary corrective action to ensure water is suitable for drinking must be completed at the provider’s expense. Public notice must be given whenever a violation of the water quality standards occurs, and records of water testing must be retained for three years. (2) All floors, walls, ceilings, windows, furniture, and equipment must be kept in good repair, clean, neat, and orderly. (3) Each bathtub, shower, lavatory, and toilet must be kept clean, in good repair, and regularly sanitized. (4) Kitchen sinks may not be used for the disposal of cleaning wastewater. (5) Soiled linens and clothing must be stored in an area or container separate from kitchens, dining areas, clean linens, clothing, and food. (a) All soiled linens designated for cleaning and sanitation must be stored separately from soiled linens designated for personal hygiene. (6) All necessary measures must be taken to prevent rodents and insects from entering the home. Should pests be found in the home, appropriate action must be taken to eliminate them. All occurrences of bedbugs must be reported to the local Public Health Division and the CMHP. (7) The grounds of the facility must be kept orderly and reasonably free of litter, unused articles, and refuse. (a) Outdoor walkways must be free of trip hazards. (b) Fencing, if present on the property, must meet minimum standards for safety. (c) Roofing and gutters must be free of debris and moss buildup (d) All decks, railing, and siding must have a weather resistant coating free of cracks and chips. (8) Garbage and refuse receptacles must be clean, durable, watertight, insect and rodent proof, and must be kept covered with tight-fitting lids. All garbage and solid waste must be disposed of at least weekly and in compliance with the current rules of the Department of Environmental Quality. (9) All sewage and liquid wastes must be disposed of in accordance with the Plumbing Code to a municipal sewage system where such facilities are available. If a municipal sewage system is not available, sewage and liquid wastes must be collected, treated, and disposed of in compliance with the current rules of the Department of Environmental Quality. Sewage lines and septic tanks or other non-municipal sewage disposal systems, where applicable, must be maintained in good working order. (10) Biohazard waste must be stored and disposed of in compliance with the rules of the Department of Environmental Quality as described in OAR 340-100-0002. (11) Precautions must be taken to prevent the spread of infectious or communicable diseases as defined by the Centers for Disease Control and to minimize or eliminate exposure to known health hazards: (a) In accordance with OAR 437-002-0368 through 2226of the Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Code, program staff must employ universal precautions whereby all human blood and certain body fluids are treated as if known to be infectious for HIV, HBV, and other blood borne pathogens; (b) Bathroom facilities must be equipped with an adequate supply of toilet paper, soap, and towels. (12) If pets or other household animals exist at the home, sanitation practices must be implemented to prevent health hazards: (a) These animals must be vaccinated in accordance with the recommendations of a licensed veterinarian. Proof of such vaccinations must be maintained on the premises; (b) Animals not confined in enclosures must be under control and maintained in a manner that does not adversely impact residents or others. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 413.042 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 443.705 - 443.825 History: BHS 5-2025, amend filed 02/28/2025, effective 03/01/2025 MHS 9-2017, f. 6-29-17, cert. ef. 7-1-17 MHS 3-2017(Temp), f. 3-3-17, cert. ef. 3-4-17 thru 8-30-17 MHS 14-2016(Temp), f. 9-6-16, cert. ef. 9-7-16 thru 3-3-17 MHD 3-2005, f. & cert. ef. 4-1-05