Minnesota Administrative Rules

4660.7500 WALLS.

Subpart 1.

Existing and new.

Wall finishes in living and service areas for patients and residents shall be smooth, washable and/or cleanable. Colors shall be light and cheerful. Walls in areas subject to local wetting shall be provided with a hard, nonabsorbent surface in accordance with chapters 1300 to 1365, the State Building Code, 1971 edition. Walls in high humidity areas shall be provided with a water resistant finish. The juncture at floors and walls in dietary areas shall be sealed or coved.

Subp. 2.

New construction.

The juncture at floors and walls shall be coved in all areas used for food preparation and storage of prepared foods.

Statutory Authority:

MS s 144.56; 144A.02 to 144A.08

Published Electronically:

October 11, 2007