OAR 333-535-0001
Codes and Standards

(1) Each hospital must meet the physical environment requirements set forth in OAR chapter 333, division 535 including any applicable building and specialty codes in effect at the time of initial licensure. Where differences occur between provisions of OAR chapter 333, division 535 and referenced codes and standards, the provisions of the most restrictive code shall apply.
(2) Subsequent modifications to a hospital after initial licensure must comply with any applicable building or specialty codes in effect at the time of the modification.
(3) A facility must continue to meet all applicable building and physical environment standards, including but not limited to structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire and life safety codes as required by this rule that were in effect at the time of licensure, or the standards that applied at the time of a major alteration or new construction. Each instance of non-compliance with a building or physical environment standard or code is a separate violation.

Source: Rule 333-535-0001 — Codes and Standards, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=333-535-0001.

Last Updated

Jun. 8, 2021

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