Minnesota Administrative Code

4620.7100 DEFINITIONS. Subpart 1. Scope. For the purposes of parts 4620.7000 to 4620.7950, the terms defined in this part have the meanings given them. Subp. 2. Commissioner. "Commissioner" means the commissioner of health or the commissioner's designee. Subp. 3. Continuous monit…

4620.7200 RADON MEASUREMENT PROFESSIONAL LICENSE. Subpart 1. General requirements. An individual who performs radon measurement work must be licensed by the commissioner as a radon measurement professional under this part. A radon measurement professional license is not transfera…

4620.7250 RADON MITIGATION COMPANY LICENSE. Subpart 1. General requirements. A. A business or government entity that employs individuals to perform regulated radon mitigation work must be licensed by the commissioner as a radon mitigation company. B. A radon mitigation company mu…

4620.7300 RADON MITIGATION PROFESSIONAL LICENSE. Subpart 1. General requirements. An individual who performs radon mitigation work must be licensed by the commissioner as a radon mitigation professional under this part. A radon mitigation professional license is not transferable.…

4620.7350 RADON ANALYSIS LABORATORY LICENSE. Subpart 1. General requirements. A business or government entity that performs radon sample analysis must be licensed by the commissioner as a radon analysis laboratory under this part. A radon analysis laboratory license is not transf…

4620.7400 STANDARDS OF CONDUCT. Subpart 1. Radon measurement and radon mitigation professional standards. A radon measurement professional and a radon mitigation professional must: A. operate according to a quality assurance and quality control plan submitted to the commissioner …

4620.7500 INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE; REQUIRED WORK PRACTICES FOR RADON MEASUREMENT AND MITIGATION AND MEASUREMENT DEVICES. A. This part indicates documents, specifications, methods, and standards that are incorporated by reference in parts 4620.7000 to 4620.7900. This material i…

4620.7600 RADON SYSTEM TAG REQUIREMENTS. Subpart 1. Purchasing tags. A. A radon mitigation company must purchase radon system tags by: (1) completing and submitting an application on a form provided by the commissioner; and (2) submitting the nonrefundable fees according to Minne…

4620.7700 APPROVAL OF INITIAL TRAINING AND CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSES. Subpart 1. Initial training. The commissioner shall approve an initial radon: A. measurement training course approved by a national radon proficiency program; B. measurement course exam approved by a nationa…

4620.7800 REPORTING REQUIREMENTS. Subpart 1. Radon test reports. A radon measurement professional or radon mitigation professional must submit an electronic report, in the form and manner provided by the commissioner, listing all the radon tests completed and provide the followin…

4620.7900 INSPECTIONS AND ENFORCEMENT. Subpart 1. Compliance inspections. A. Upon request, a measurement professional, mitigation professional, mitigation company, or operator of a radon laboratory must make available to the commissioner: (1) records or equipment of activities re…

4620.7950 VARIANCE TO RADON LICENSING RULES. The commissioner may grant a variance to parts 4620.7000 to 46200.7900 according to the procedures and criteria in parts 4717.7000 to 4717.7050. Statutory Authority: MS s 144.4961 History: 43 SR 687 Published Electronically: December 2…

4625.0100 DEFINITIONS. Subpart 1. Approved. The term "approved" shall mean acceptable to the commissioner following the commissioner's determination as to conformity with established public health practices. Subp. 2. Clean. The term "clean" shall mean the absence of dirt, grease,…

4625.0200 SCOPE. Parts 4625.0100 to 4625.2300 shall be applicable to all lodging establishments, such as hotels, motels, lodging houses, and resorts as defined in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 157. Statutory Authority: MS s 144.08; 144.12; 157.01 to 157.14; 327.10 to 327.67 Publish…

4625.0300 SANITATION REQUIREMENTS. The construction, operation, maintenance, and equipment of lodging establishments shall be regulated as follows in parts 4625.0400 to 4625.2200. Statutory Authority: MS s 144.08; 144.12; 157.01 to 157.14; 327.10 to 327.67 Published Electronicall…

4625.0400 BUILDING REQUIREMENTS. Every building, structure, or enclosure used to provide lodging accommodations for the public shall be kept in good repair, and so maintained as to promote the health, comfort, safety, and well-being of persons accommodated. Statutory Authority: M…

4625.0500 FLOOR REQUIREMENTS. The floors of all guest rooms, hallways, bathrooms, store rooms, and all other spaces used or traversed by guests shall be of such construction as to be easily cleaned, shall be smooth, and shall be kept clean and in good repair. Cleaning of floors s…

4625.0600 WALL AND CEILING REQUIREMENTS. The walls and ceilings of all rooms, halls, and stairways shall be kept clean and in good repair. Studs, joists, or rafters shall not be left exposed except when suitably finished and kept clean. Statutory Authority: MS s 144.08; 144.12; 1…

4625.0700 SCREENING REQUIREMENTS. When flies, mosquitoes, and other insects are prevalent, all outside doors, windows, and other outer openings shall be screened; provided that such screening shall not be required for rooms deemed by the commissioner to be located high enough in …

4625.0800 LIGHTING AND VENTILATION REQUIREMENTS. All rooms and areas used by patrons and guests and all other rooms or spaces in which lighting and ventilation, either natural or artificial, are essential to the efficiency of the business operation shall be well lighted and venti…

4625.0900 SPACE REQUIREMENTS. Every room occupied for sleeping purposes by one person shall contain at least 70 square feet of usable floor space, and every room occupied for sleeping purposes by more than one person shall contain not less than 60 square feet of usable floor spac…

4625.1000 BEDDING AND LINEN REQUIREMENTS. All beds, bunks, cots, and other sleeping places provided for guests in hotels, motels, resorts, and lodging houses shall be supplied with suitable pillow slips and under and top sheets. All bedding including mattresses, quilts, blankets,…

4625.1100 ROOM FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS. All equipment, fixtures, furniture, and furnishings, including windows, draperies, curtains, and carpets, shall be kept clean and free of dust, dirt, vermin, and other contaminants, and shall be maintained in good order and repair. Statutor…

4625.1200 TOILET REQUIREMENTS. Every hotel, motel, and lodging house shall be equipped with adequate and conveniently located water closets for the accommodation of its employees and guests. Water closets, lavatories, and bathtubs or showers shall be available on each floor when …

4625.1300 WATER SUPPLY. A safe adequate supply of water shall be provided. The water supply system shall be located, constructed, and operated in accordance with the rules of the commissioner. After September 30, 1980, the temperature of hot water which is provided in any public …

4625.1400 HAND-WASHING REQUIREMENTS. All lavatories for public use or furnished in guest rooms at hotels, motels, lodging houses, and resorts shall be supplied with hot and cold running water and with soap. Scullery sinks should not be used as hand-washing sinks. In the case of s…

4625.1500 EATING UTENSILS AND DRINKING VESSELS PROVIDED IN GUEST ROOMS. After each usage, all multiuse eating utensils and drinking vessels shall be thoroughly washed in hot water containing a suitable soap or synthetic detergent, rinsed in clean water, and effectively subjected …

4625.1600 WASTE DISPOSAL. All liquid wastes shall be disposed of in an approved public sewerage system or in a sewerage system which is designed, constructed, and operated in accordance with the rules of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, chapter 7080. Prior to removal, all …

4625.1700 INSECT AND RODENT CONTROL. Every hotel, motel, lodging house, and resort shall be so constructed and equipped as to prevent the entrance, harborage, or breeding of flies, roaches, bedbugs, rats, mice, and all other insects and vermin, and specific means necessary, for t…

4625.1800 PERSONNEL HEALTH AND CLEANLINESS. No person shall resume work after visiting the toilet without first thoroughly washing his or her hands. Personnel of hotels, motels, lodging houses, and resorts may be required to undergo medical examination to determine whether or not…

4625.1900 CLEANLINESS OF PREMISES. The premises of all hotels, motels, lodging houses, and resorts shall be kept clean and free of litter or rubbish. Statutory Authority: MS s 144.08; 144.12; 157.01 to 157.14; 327.10 to 327.67 Published Electronically: January 21, 2000

4625.2000 FIRE PROTECTION. All lodging establishments shall provide suitable fire escapes which shall be kept in good repair and accessible at all times. Hallways shall be marked and exit lights provided; fire extinguishers shall be provided and shall be recharged annually and ke…

4625.2100 PLUMBING AND SWIMMING POOLS. All new plumbing in hotels, motels, lodging houses, and resorts, and all plumbing reconstructed or replaced after January 1, 1968, must be designed, constructed, and installed in conformity with chapter 4714 of the Minnesota Plumbing Code. A…

4625.2200 SANITARY DISPENSING OF ICE. Subpart 1. Scope of rule. Any lodging establishment which makes ice available in public areas, including but not limited to lobbies, hallways, and outdoor areas shall restrict access to such ice in accordance with the following provisions. Su…

4625.2300 INITIAL AND RENEWAL LICENSE FEES, LICENSE EXPIRATION DATES. Subpart 1. Fee schedule. License applications for lodging establishments as defined in part 4625.0100 must be accompanied by a fee of $75 plus $4 per room, up to a maximum total fee of $475. Subp. 2. Expiration…

4625.2355 VARIANCE TO RULES RELATING TO LODGING ESTABLISHMENTS. The commissioner shall grant a variance to parts 4625.0400 to 4625.0600; 4625.0900; 4625.1200 to 4625.1600; 4625.2000, except the last sentence; and 4625.2200 only according to the procedures and criteria specified i…

4625.5000 [Renumbered 4625.2660] Published Electronically: January 21, 2000

4626.0010 FOOD CODE. 1-101.10 This chapter shall be known as the Food Code, hereinafter referred to as "this Code." Statutory Authority: MS s 31.101; 31.11; 144.05; 144.07; 144.08; 144.12; 144.122; 157.011 History: 23 SR 519; 24 SR 605; 43 SR 295 Published Electronically: January…

4626.0015 FOOD SAFETY, ILLNESS PREVENTION, AND HONEST PRESENTATION. 1-102.10 The purpose of this Code is to safeguard public health and ensure that food is safe, unadulterated, and honestly presented. Statutory Authority: MS s 31.101; 31.11; 144.05; 144.07; 144.08; 144.12; 157.01…

4626.0017 SCOPE. 1-103.10 A. This Code establishes definitions; sets standards for management and personnel, food operations, and equipment and facilities; and provides for food establishment plan review, license issuance, inspection, employee restriction, and license suspension.…

4626.0020 STATEMENT OF APPLICATION AND DEFINITIONS. 1-201.10 Subpart 1. Applicability. The terms used in this chapter have the meanings given them in this part. Subp. 2. Additive. A. "Food additive" has the meaning given in the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, United States …

4626.0024 RESPONSIBILITY TO MEET STANDARDS. The licensee shall meet the standards that this Code prescribes, by carrying out its requirements directly or ensuring that other entities subject to the licensee's control or direction do so. The licensee bears the responsibility for c…

4626.0025 ASSIGNMENT OF PERSON IN CHARGE. 2-101.11 The licensee shall be the person in charge or shall designate a person in charge and shall ensure that a person in charge is present at the food establishment during all hours of operation.P2 Statutory Authority: MS s 31.101; 31.…

4626.0030 DEMONSTRATION OF KNOWLEDGE BY PERSON IN CHARGE. 2-102.11 Based on the risks inherent to the food operation, during inspections and upon request by the regulatory authority, the person in charge shall demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, application of …

4626.0033 CERTIFIED FOOD PROTECTION MANAGER (CFPM) REQUIREMENTS FOR FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS. A. A food establishment licensee shall employ a certified food protection manager (CFPM) for each establishment including a food establishment that reheats ready-to-eat TCS foods for hot hold…

4626.0035 DUTIES OF PERSON IN CHARGE. 2-103.11 The person in charge shall: A. ensure food establishment operations are not conducted in a private home or in a room used as living or sleeping quarters as specified in part 4626.1425;P2 B. ensure persons unnecessary to the food esta…

4626.0040 RESPONSIBILITY OF LICENSEE; PERSON IN CHARGE; FOOD EMPLOYEES; AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEES. 2-201.11 A. The licensee shall require food employees and conditional employees to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities as they relate to dis…