CHAPTER 444 - SANITATION

NAC 444.542 Suspension or denial of operating permit. (NRS 439.200, 444.070, 444.080, 444.100) 1. The health authority may order a suspension of an operating permit, and order the owner or operator of a public spa to prohibit persons from using it if the health authority finds: (…

NAC 444.544 Order for closure; revocation of suspended permit. (NRS 439.200, 444.070, 444.100) 1. The health authority may close public spas which are not operating according to the provisions of NAC 444.310 to 444.546, inclusive. 2. When the health authority orders the closing o…

NAC 444.545 Procedure for review of actions taken by Division; appeals. (NRS 439.200, 444.070, 444.100) 1. A person who has reason to believe that an action taken by the Division pursuant to NAC 444.310 to 444.546, inclusive, is incorrect or based on inadequate knowledge may, wit…

NAC 444.546 Reinspection. (NRS 439.200, 444.070, 444.100) 1. After corrective action has been taken, the owner or operator or his or her representative shall notify the health authority that the spa is ready for reinspection. 2. If upon reinspection the corrective action is appro…

NAC 444.5461 Definitions. (NRS 439.200) As used in NAC 444.5461 to 444.54675, inclusive, unless the context otherwise requires: 1. “Camping space” means a plainly marked plot of ground designated for: (a) The occupation of a camping vehicle or other vehicle; (b) The erection of a…

NAC 444.54615 Severability. (NRS 439.200) If any of the provisions of NAC 444.5461 to 444.54675, inclusive, or any application thereof to any person, thing, or circumstance is held invalid, it is intended that such invalidity not affect the remaining provisions, or their applicat…

NAC 444.5462 Scope; effect on local standards. (NRS 439.200) NAC 444.5461 to 444.54675, inclusive, contain minimum standards. Nothing contained in those sections precludes local health agencies or governmental units from formulating and adopting additional standards or standards …

NAC 444.54625 Applicability: Facilities in operation on November 21, 1970; subsequent construction or alteration. (NRS 439.200) Those facilities in operation on November 21, 1970, must obtain a permit. All sanitary requirements must be followed, but the health authority may waive…

NAC 444.5463 Conformity with requirements; approval for construction; notification of health authority; inspections; permit. (NRS 439.200) 1. All sanitation facilities for camping spaces in Nevada which are constructed, reconstructed or extensively altered after November 21, 1970…

NAC 444.54635 Fees for permits and review of plans. (NRS 439.150, 439.200) 1. The Division shall charge and collect fees for an annual permit to operate a facility for sanitation for camping spaces in accordance with the following schedule, except in areas where the laws and regu…

NAC 444.5464 Location and layout of camping spaces. (NRS 439.200) 1. Camping spaces must be located on a well-drained site and may not create a public health hazard or nuisance. 2. Camping spaces must be arranged in a manner so that there will be a minimum of 15 feet between camp…

NAC 444.54645 Supply of water. (NRS 439.200, 445A.860) 1. Any person providing camping spaces shall provide an adequate supply of drinking water from an approved source. It must be of a safe, sanitary quality, meeting the requirements of NAC 445A.450 to 445A.492, inclusive. 2. Th…

NAC 444.5465 Service buildings; toilets. (NRS 439.200) 1. Any person providing camping spaces shall provide toilet facilities, separate for the sexes, in conveniently located buildings. 2. Flush-type toilets and hand-washing facilities must be provided unless a supply of water un…

NAC 444.54655 Storage, collection and disposal of refuse. (NRS 439.200) 1. The storage, collection and disposal of refuse at facilities for camping spaces must be conducted to create no health hazards, rodent harborage, insect breeding areas, accident or fire hazards or air pollu…

NAC 444.5466 Disposal of sewage; plumbing. (NRS 439.200, 444.650) 1. All liquid wastes from service buildings and camping vehicles, including sink wastes, must be discharged into a public sewer or private sewage disposal system approved by the health authority. These wastes must …

NAC 444.54665 Responsibility for sanitation. (NRS 439.200) Persons providing camping spaces and service buildings are responsible for maintaining the premises in a clean and sanitary condition. [Bd. of Health, Sanitation Facilities for Camping Vehicles Reg. part No. 4, eff. 11-21…

NAC 444.5467 Control of vermin and pets. (NRS 439.200) 1. Appropriate measures must be taken to control rodent and insect infestations. 2. Dogs, cats or other pets are not permitted to run at large or to commit any nuisance within the camping area. [Bd. of Health, Sanitation Faci…

NAC 444.54675 Enforcement by health authority; review and appeal of action taken by Division. (NRS 439.200) 1. Whenever the health authority finds unsanitary or other conditions or violations of NAC 444.5461 to 444.54675, inclusive, in the operation and maintenance of facilities …

NAC 444.547 Definitions. (NRS 439.200) As used in NAC 444.547 to 444.5498, inclusive, unless the context otherwise requires, the words and terms defined in NAC 444.5471 to 444.5479, inclusive, have the meanings ascribed to them in those sections. (Added to NAC by Bd. of Health by…

NAC 444.5471 “Food establishment” defined. (NRS 439.200) “Food establishment” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 446.020. (Added to NAC by Bd. of Health by R071-03, eff. 10-22-2003)

NAC 444.5472 “Operator of a temporary mass gathering” defined. (NRS 439.200) “Operator of a temporary mass gathering” means the person responsible for the operation of a temporary mass gathering. The term includes, but is not limited to, the holder of a permit to operate a tempor…

NAC 444.5473 “Potable water” defined. (NRS 439.200) “Potable water” has the meaning ascribed to it in NAC 444.7664. (Added to NAC by Bd. of Health by R071-03, eff. 10-22-2003)

NAC 444.5474 “Public bathing or swimming facility” defined. (NRS 439.200) “Public bathing or swimming facility” has the meaning ascribed to it in NAC 444.058. (Added to NAC by Bd. of Health by R071-03, eff. 10-22-2003)

NAC 444.5475 “Public spa” defined. (NRS 439.200) “Public spa” has the meaning ascribed to it in NAC 444.385. (Added to NAC by Bd. of Health by R071-03, eff. 10-22-2003)

NAC 444.5476 “Solid waste” defined. (NRS 439.200) “Solid waste” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 444.490. (Added to NAC by Bd. of Health by R071-03, eff. 10-22-2003)

NAC 444.5477 “Temporary food establishment” defined. (NRS 439.200) “Temporary food establishment” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 446.067. (Added to NAC by Bd. of Health by R071-03, eff. 10-22-2003)

NAC 444.5478 “Temporary mass gathering” defined. (NRS 439.200) “Temporary mass gathering” means an outdoor assembly of persons with an actual or reasonably anticipated daily attendance of not fewer than 500 persons that operates or may reasonably be expected to operate not less t…

NAC 444.5479 “Water station” defined. (NRS 439.200) “Water station” means a facility for dispensing potable water for immediate human consumption. The term includes a drinking fountain. (Added to NAC by Bd. of Health by R071-03, eff. 10-22-2003) Operating Permit

NAC 444.548 Requirement; application; expiration; posting. (NRS 439.200) 1. A person shall not operate a temporary mass gathering unless he or she first obtains a permit to do so from the health authority. 2. A person desiring to obtain a permit to operate a temporary mass gather…

NAC 444.5482 Fees. (NRS 439.150, 439.200) The Division shall charge and collect fees for a permit to operate a temporary mass gathering in accordance with the following schedule, except in areas where the laws and regulations governing temporary mass gatherings are administered b…

NAC 444.5484 Maintenance of headquarters. (NRS 439.200) The operator of a temporary mass gathering shall: 1. Maintain a headquarters at the site of the gathering. 2. Ensure that a natural person designated by the operator is: (a) Present at the headquarters of the operator at all…

NAC 444.5486 Removal of solid waste. (NRS 439.200) 1. The operator of a temporary mass gathering shall remove all solid waste from the site of the gathering within a reasonable time after the end of the gathering. 2. If, during the operation of a temporary mass gathering, the hea…

NAC 444.5488 Operation of food establishment. (NRS 439.200) 1. Except as otherwise provided in NRS 446.870, the operator of a temporary mass gathering shall not operate, or allow another person to operate, a food establishment, including a temporary food establishment, at the gat…

NAC 444.549 Provision of potable water; disposal of graywater. (NRS 439.200) 1. The operator of a temporary mass gathering shall ensure that each person who attends the gathering: (a) Provides sufficient potable water to meet his or her individual needs; and (b) Disposes of his o…

NAC 444.5492 Provision of toilet facilities; removal and disposal of contents of nonsewered toilets. (NRS 439.200) 1. The operator of a temporary mass gathering shall provide toilet facilities as set forth in NAC 444.825 unless the health authority reduces the number of toilet fa…

NAC 444.5494 Discharge of water used to provide dust control. (NRS 439.200) The operator of a temporary mass gathering shall not discharge, or allow another person to discharge, water onto the ground to provide dust control at the gathering unless: 1. If the water used is potable…

NAC 444.5496 Operation of public bathing or swimming facility or public spa. (NRS 439.200) 1. The operator of a temporary mass gathering shall not operate, or permit another person to operate, a public bathing or swimming facility at the gathering unless the person operating the …

NAC 444.5498 Inspection by health authority. (NRS 439.200) The health authority may conduct any inspection reasonably necessary to enforce any provision of NAC 444.547 to 444.5498, inclusive. (Added to NAC by Bd. of Health by R071-03, eff. 10-22-2003) LABOR CAMPS

NAC 444.550 Applicability. (NRS 439.200, 444.190) NAC 444.550 to 444.566, inclusive, do not apply to facilities for permanent family or individual occupancy, nor to facilities or premises assigned to an employee for his or her exclusive use or convenience. The application of thes…

NAC 444.552 General standards. (NRS 439.200, 444.190) 1. All housing and housing grounds must be maintained in a clean, safe and sanitary condition, free from rubbish, debris, waste paper, garbage and other refuse. Grounds must also be well drained and free from depressions where…

NAC 444.554 Living and sleeping quarters. (NRS 439.200, 444.190) 1. Living and sleeping spaces must be in good structural condition and constructed to provide shelter to the occupants against the elements and to exclude dampness. 2. The floors and roofing of all buildings must be…

NAC 444.556 Cooking and eating facilities. (NRS 439.200, 444.190) 1. Every structure used as a mess hall where food is cooked, prepared or served must be kept in a clean and sanitary condition. 2. The same standards relative to ventilation, window space and screening, and means o…

NAC 444.558 Sanitary facilities. (NRS 439.200, 444.190) 1. Convenient and suitable bathing facilities maintained in a sanitary condition must be provided in each camp, readily accessible to the living quarters. 2. Where showers are provided there must be at least one shower head …

NAC 444.560 Laundry facilities. (NRS 439.200, 444.190) 1. Laundry facilities must be maintained in a sanitary condition and provided with adequate drainage as described in NAC 444.552. 2. At least one laundry tray, wash tub or other laundry facility must be provided for every 10 …

NAC 444.562 Lighting. (NRS 439.200, 444.190) 1. All habitable rooms must be well lighted. Rooms used for living quarters and mess hall must be equipped with ceiling-type light fixtures arranged to provide at least 10 foot-candles of light to every part of the room. Water closet c…

NAC 444.564 Operating permit: Application; issuance; denial, suspension or revocation. (NRS 439.200, 444.190) 1. Before operating a labor camp, the operator must apply for a permit to operate, submit sufficient plans for review by the Division and pay the required fees. 2. Within…

NAC 444.565 Procedure for review of actions taken by Division; appeals. (NRS 439.200, 444.190) 1. A person who has reason to believe that an action taken by the Division pursuant to NAC 444.550 to 444.566, inclusive, is incorrect or based on inadequate knowledge may, within 10 bu…