(1) Equipment shall be clean and free from safety hazards and in sufficient supply to meet the needs of the clients and staff.
    (2) Equipment shall include at a minimum:
    (a) Examining table and stool;
    (b) Examination light;
    (c) Sphygmomanometer and stethoscope;
    (d) Clinical thermometer;
    (e) Fetoscope or doppler unit;
    (f) Adult beam scale;
    (g) Infant scale;
    (h) Sweep second hand clock;
    (i) Mechanical suction or bulb suction;
    (j) Oxygen with flow meter and mask or equivalent;
    (k) Resuscitation equipment to include resuscitation bags and oral airways; laryngoscopes and endotracheal tubes appropriate for the newborn;
    (l) Emergency medications and intravenous fluids with supplies and equipment appropriate for administration;
    (m) Sterile suturing equipment and supplies;
    (n) Bassinet; and,
    (o) A firm surface suitable for resuscitation.
    (3) Emergency equipment shall be readily available to the birth rooms; and other equipment and supplies shall be stored in a convenient and suitable place.
    (4) Oxygen shall be stored in a clean dry place with no flammable materials or machinery capable of producing sparks in the immediate vicinity. Oxygen supplies shall be purchased from a licensed dealer.
Rulemaking Authority 383.309 FS. Law Implemented 383.308, 383.309 FS. History-New 3-4-85, Formerly 10D-90.28, 10D-90.028.