N.J. Admin. Code § 8:43G-34.7

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 8:43G-34.7 - Surgery space and environment

(a) The surgical suite shall be maintained as a closed unit. Access to the surgical suite shall be restricted in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.

(b) All staff in the surgical suite shall be attired in scrub attire. Individuals who are permitted limited access shall be attired according to hospital infection control policies.

(c) Procedures shall be in place for the handling of soiled laundry and trash, which shall be bagged and collected at the termination of each procedure and transported to the soiled holding area.

(d) Procedures shall be in place for the handling of soiled laundry and trash, which shall be placed in closed containers in each operating room. Medical waste and sharps shall be handled in accordance with current applicable State and Federal rules and regulations.

N.J. Admin. Code § 8:43G-34.7

Amended by R.2003 d.57, effective 2/3/2003.
See: 34 New Jersey Register 232(a), 35 New Jersey Register 865(a).
Rewrote (a) through (c); added new (d).