26.27 The laundry floor finishes and those in sluice and cleaning rooms are
impermeable. Floor and wall finishes are washable, anti-slip and easily cleaned
when wet. Wall-floor junctions are coved. Laundry facilities are sited so that
soiled articles, clothing and infected linen are not carried through areas where
food is stored, prepared, cooked or eaten. There are separate areas for clean
and dirty laundry and washing machines have the specified programming ability
to meet disinfection standards. There is an adequately sized linen storage area
on each floor or wing depending on the design of the building.
26.28 The person-in-charge ensures compliance with food safety legislation and that
staff receive training in relation to it.