Section R381-40-22 - Diapering(1) This section applies only to a provider that accepts children who wear diapers.(2) The provider shall post diapering procedures at each diapering station and ensure that each staff member follows the procedures.(3) The provider shall ensure that each child's diaper is:(a) checked at least once every two hours; and(b) promptly changed when wet or soiled.(4) The provider shall ensure that caregivers change children's diapers at a diapering station and not changed on surfaces used for any other purpose.(5) The provider shall ensure that the diapering surface is smooth, waterproof, and in good repair.(6) The provider shall ensure that caregivers do not leave children unattended on the diapering surface.(7) The provider shall ensure that caregivers clean and sanitize the diapering surface after each diaper change, or use a disposable, waterproof diapering surface that is thrown away after each diaper change.(8) The provider shall ensure that caregivers wash their hands after each diaper change.(9) The provider shall ensure that caregivers place wet and soiled disposable diapers: (a) in a container that has a disposable plastic lining and a tight-fitting lid;(b) directly in an outdoor garbage container that has a tight-fitting lid; or(c) in a container that is inaccessible to children.(10) The provider shall ensure that indoor containers where wet and soiled diapers are placed are cleaned and sanitized each day.Utah Admin. Code R381-40-22
Adopted by Utah State Bulletin Number 2021-07, effective 3/22/2021Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2023-22, effective 11/9/2023