N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 19 § 160.22 - Sanitary facilities

The facilities wherein licensed services are provided shall be kept clean and in good repair. Dangerous conditions or hazards shall not be permitted. Specifically:

(a) Ceilings, walls and baseboards shall be maintained in good repair and kept free of dust, dirt and hair. Any cracks, holes or other openings shall be filled in. Broken ceilings shall be repaired and cracks in walls, especially around baseboards, shall be filled in.

(b) Shelves, furniture and fixtures shall be kept clean, free of dust, dirt and hair, and in good working condition.

(c) Floors shall be kept clean and in good repair. There shall be no accumulation of dust or hair on floors. Acceptable floor coverings are cement, tile, hardwood, linoleum, vinyl or low nap carpeting. Floors constructed of composition material shall be swept daily. No hair shall be allowed to accumulate on floors.

(d) Plumbing fixtures, including toilets and wash basins, shall be of impervious material and kept clean. They must be free from cracks and from parts which are not readily accessible for cleaning, and must be in compliance with applicable State or local codes.

(e) Styling stations, working station and manicure tables shall be sanitized and cleaned between each client service.

(f) Handwashing facilities shall be available in all lavatories. Disposable paper towels or hot air dryers shall be available for hand drying. Cloth reusable hand towels are prohibited unless a clean towel is made available for each person using the facilities.

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N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 19 § 160.22