Section 133.22. Equipment

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(a) The type and quality of equipment provided in a special care unit shall depend upon the needs of the patient treated.
(b) There shall be a written preventive maintenance program which includes techniques for cleaning and for contamination control as well as for the scheduled periodic testing of equipment with records kept of the results of such testing.
(c) Special safety precautions related to proper grounding, current leakage and device safety shall be observed when electronic devices are used. Potential electrical hazards must be recognized and guarded against in instances where electrically operated beds are used. Documentation of safety testing shall be retained for the life of the equipment.

The provisions of this § 133.22 adopted December 9, 1977, effective December 10, 1977, 7 Pa.B. 3631.

                    
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