DOORS | NM
7.8.2.49 DOORS: No door in any means of egress shall be locked against egress when the building is occupied. (1) Exit doors may be provided with a night latch, dead bolt, or security chain, provided these devices are operable from the inside, by any occupant, without the use of a key, tool, or any special knowledge and […]
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | NM
7.8.2.48 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: All fuse and breaker boxes shall be labeled to indicate the area of the facility to which each fuse or circuit breaker provides service. All staff personnel of the facility shall know the location of the electrical disconnect switch and how to operate it in case of an emergency. Electrical cords and appliances […]
LIGHTING AND LIGHTING FIXTURES | NM
7.8.2.47 LIGHTING AND LIGHTING FIXTURES: All areas of the facility, including storerooms, stairways, hallways, and interior and exterior entrances shall be lighted to make the area clearly visible. Exits, exit-access ways and other areas used at night by residents and staff shall be illuminated by night lights or other continuous lighting. Lighting fixtures shall be selected […]
SEWAGE AND WASTE DISPOSAL | NM
7.8.2.46 SEWAGE AND WASTE DISPOSAL: All sewage and liquid wastes shall be disposed of into a municipal sewage system where such facilities are available. Where a municipal sewage system is not available, the system that is used shall be inspected and approved by the state environmental authority, pursuant to 20.7.3 NMAC, prior to licensure. Where municipal […]