Code of Maine Rules › 02 - DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION › 041 - OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL REGULATION (OPOR) › BARBERING AND COSMETOLOGY LICENSING PROGRAM › Chapter 26 - ESTABLISHMENT, INDEPENDENT BOOTH AND SCHOOL OPERATION, SANITATION AND INFECTION CONTROL STANDARDS, AND SAFE PRACTICE PROCEDURES › Section 041-26-26.130 - Establishment - Health and Safety Standards

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
26.131 The
				  establishment owner shall keep the floors, walls, ceilings, shelves, furniture,
				  furnishings, and fixtures clean and in good repair. Any cracks, holes, or other
				  similar disrepair shall be repaired within a reasonable time period.
26.132 Floors where any service is performed,
				  restrooms, and dispensaries shall be of a non-porous material that is washable,
				  except that anti-slip floor applications or plastic floor coverings may be used
				  for safety purposes. Carpet is permitted in all other areas of the
				  establishment, but shall be kept clean, free from debris and in good repair.
				  Establishments currently licensed and operating at the time of adoption of
				  these rules are exempt from this requirement until such time as a change in
				  ownership occurs. A change in ownership will require the facility to comply
				  with this provision. An establishment with a lapsed license of a period greater
				  than ninety (90) days that files an application for reinstatement is considered
				  as a new establishment for purposes of licensure.
26.133 Food or beverages shall not be
				  prepared in any of the areas of a licensed establishment where services are
				  rendered or performed.
26.134 The
				  establishment shall be adequately ventilated at all times. Outside exhaust
				  systems or fans and air filtration that is continually in use and operational
				  to exhaust fumes and strong odors from chemicals and other products away from
				  service and public areas, and provide for the input of fresh air, shall be
				  used. Establishments currently licensed and operating at the time of adoption
				  of these rules are exempt from this requirement until such time as a change in
				  ownership occurs. A change in ownership will require the establishment to
				  comply with this provision. An establishment with a lapsed license of a period
				  greater than ninety (90) days that files a reinstatement application is
				  considered as a new establishment for purposes of compliance.
26.135 An establishment shall provide direct
				  entry into the establishment or from a public access area. The practice area
				  where client services are performed may not be used for public access to
				  another business.
26.136 The
				  establishment shall not be utilized for living, sleeping, or any other purpose
				  other than what is intended under the license issued. Establishments connected
				  to or within a private home or living quarters shall provide a separate
				  entrance directly into the establishment or from a public access area, and
				  doors and entrances opening into the home or living quarters shall be kept
				  closed during business hours.