Section R392-502-8 - Cleaning and Hygiene Requirements(1) The operator shall maintain all buildings, rooms, equipment, and surrounding grounds in a clean and safe condition. Rubbish, litter and other items not used in the operation of the establishment shall not be permitted to accumulate on the premises.(2) Interior surfaces shall be clean and in good repair. (a) The operator shall clean to sight and touch all common-use items between guest use including the television remote, telephone, door knobs, and alarm clock.(3) The operator shall ensure that bathroom plumbing fixtures and bathroom surfaces are maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.(4) When cleaning a toilet in a public or communal bathroom, or in a guest room, the operator shall: (a) use a separate wiping cloth that is clearly distinguishable between wiping cloths used to clean other surfaces; or(b) use disposable wiping cloths.(5) When cleaning vomit or diarrhea from any surface or location in the interior of a public lodging facility, the operator shall: (a) wipe surfaces and immediately dispose of or launder all potentially infectious materials. Kitty litter (vermiculite), baking soda, or other absorbent material may be used on carpets and upholstery to absorb liquid;(b) clean surfaces with soap and hot water;(c) rinse thoroughly with plain water;(d) wipe dry with paper towels;(e) disinfect with virucidal disinfectant; and(f) leave surfaces wet and allow for air drying according to the manufacturer's recommendations.(6)(a) The operator shall keep public and communal bathrooms supplied with individual-use personal hygiene products including soap, hand drying materials or equipment, and toilet tissue.(b) The use of common cloth towels is prohibited in public and communal bathrooms.(c) Each public or communal bathroom shall have: (i) at least one solid, easily cleanable, covered waste receptacle; or(ii) at least one solid, easily cleanable, uncovered waste receptacle and a sanitary napkin receptacle. This requirement does not apply to guest rooms or public lodging unit restrooms.(7) The operator shall supply each public lodging unit bathroom or shower room with soap, toilet paper, and clean towels daily upon request and between occupant use.(8) Where a public lodging facility provides fitness equipment for guest use, the operator shall make sanitizer available for guest use along with instructions for proper handling and use.Utah Admin. Code R392-502-8
Adopted by Utah State Bulletin Number 2018-8, effective 3/26/2018