W. Va. Code R. § 64-80-5 - Facility Requirements

5.1. All floors, walls and ceilings shall be made of smooth nonabsorbent and nonporous material that are easily cleanable. Concrete blocks or other masonry used in wall construction shall be covered or made smooth and sealed for a washable surface.

5.2. Adequate toilet facilities shall be provided in accordance with the specifications of the BOCA National Plumbing Code as specified by the West Virginia State Fire Commission. A hand sink shall be located inside the restroom facility and shall be supplied with liquid hand cleanser and single use paper towels or any other approved hand-drying device.

5.3. The premises shall be constructed and maintained in a state of good repair at all times to prevent insect and rodent infestation.

5.4. Body piercing activities shall be separated from any other activities by a solid wall.

5.5. The establishment shall be well ventilated and be provided with an artificial light source equivalent to at least twenty (20) foot-candles.

5.6. At least fifty (50) foot-candles of artificial light shall be provided at the level where the body piercing procedure is being performed.

5.7. All surfaces, including but not limited to, counters, tables, equipment, chairs, recliners, shelving, cabinets in the service areas and cleaning room shall be made of smooth, non-absorbent, non-porous materials to allow for easy cleaning.

5.8. Hand sinks with hot and cold running water operated by wrist or knee action shall be located in each work area. If there are two (2) or more work stations within a room, all may share the hand sink. A work station in a separate room shall include a hand sink.

5.9. The cleaning room or area shall have a separate sink reserved for instrument clean up activities only.

5.10. The water supply shall be from an approved source.

5.11. Sewage including liquid wastes shall be disposed of in a public sewer or, in the absence of a public sewer, in a manner approved by the Director.

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W. Va. Code R. § 64-80-5