Section R. 400.2448 - Water and sanitationRule 448.
(1) Private water systems shall meet the department of public health rules, "Regulations for Certain Water Supplies in Michigan," available from the Department of Public Health, 3500 North Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Lansing, MI 48915. A bacteriological report confirming water quality shall be required during initial inspection and every 2 years thereafter. Congregate facilities using a community-approved water system need not comply with this requirement.(2) Sewage disposal systems shall meet the requirements of the state department of public health.(3) Kitchen and bathroom areas shall be maintained to insure cleanliness and sanitation so as to protect health.(4) Waste which is not disposed of by mechanical means shall be kept in a leakproof, nonabsorbent container with close-fitting covers for garbage, refuse, and other solid waste. Waste shall be removed from the kitchen daily and from the premises at least weekly.(5) Hand-washing facilities provided in both kitchen and bathroom areas shall include hot and cold water, soap and individual towels, preferably of paper.(6) An insect, rodent or pest-control program shall be maintained as necessary, and carried out in a manner which continually protects the health of residents. Poisons, caustics, and other dangerous materials shall be stored and safeguarded in nonresident areas and in nonfood preparation and storage areas.(7) Open windows shall be screened May through October.(8) When a resident is discharged, his room and its contents shall be thoroughly cleaned. Blankets and spreads shall be sanitized.Mich. Admin. Code R. 400.2448
1954 ACS 82, Eff. Feb. 1, 1975; 1979 AC