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Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › FARMERS' MARKETS › Section 446.971 - Applicable requirements

Current through June 11, 2024
All other food vendors selling food in affiliation with any
				farmers' market must comply with all applicable provisions of this
				chapter.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › FARMERS' MARKETS › Section 446.972 - General requirements for food offered for sale or given away

Current through June 11, 2024
All food offered for sale or given away at a farmers' market
				must be produced, prepared, compounded, packed, stored, transported, kept for
				sale and served so as to be pure, free from contamination, adulteration and
				spoilage, must be obtained from approved sources and must otherwise be fit for
				human consumption.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › FARMERS' MARKETS › Section 446.973 - Producers of farm products: Certification required

Current through June 11, 2024
The producer of the farm products to be sold at a farmers'
				market must be certified by the State Department of Agriculture. A certificate
				issued to such a producer from another state, if equivalent to those issued by
				the State Department of Agriculture, shall be deemed acceptable. A copy of the
				certification must be provided to the health authority.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › FARMERS' MARKETS › Section 446.974 - General provisions

Current through June 11, 2024
Farmers' markets must comply with the following
				provisions:
1. All food must be stored
			 at least 5 inches (12.5 centimeters) above the floor or ground, or under
			 conditions that are approved in advance by the health authority.
2. Preparation and service of samples of
			 produce is allowed, provided that the proper permits have been obtained from
			 the health authority and the following sanitary requirements are met:
(a) Samples must be kept in approved, clean
			 and sanitized containers.
(b) All
			 food samples must be distributed by the producer in a sanitary
			 manner.
(c) Clean, disposable
			 plastic gloves must be used when cutting food samples.
(d) Food intended for consumption must be
			 washed or cleaned with potable water to remove soil or other
			 contaminants.
(e) Potable water
			 must be available for handwashing and sanitizing.
(f) Samples of potentially hazardous food
			 (time/temperature control for safety food) samples must be maintained at or
			 below 41°F (5°C). All other food samples must be disposed of within 2
			 hours after cutting.
(g) Utensil
			 and handwashing water must be disposed of in an approved sewerage system or in
			 a manner approved by the health authority.
(h) Utensils and cutting surfaces must be
			 smooth, easily cleanable and nonabsorbent. The requirement set forth in this
			 paragraph does not preclude the use of single-service utensils, including,
			 without limitation, toothpicks or similar items used to serve
			 samples.
(i) Cutting boards and
			 utensils used to cut, slice or prepare potentially hazardous food
			 (time/temperature control for safety food) must be washed, rinsed and sanitized
			 every 2 hours. If facilities are not available to accomplish the requirements
			 set forth in this paragraph, additional cleaned and sanitized utensils and
			 cutting boards must be on site and readily available for use.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › FARMERS' MARKETS › Section 446.975 - Produce stands offering samples

Current through June 11, 2024
Produce stands offering samples of produce must meet the
				construction standards established for temporary food establishments set forth
				in this chapter.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › FARMERS' MARKETS › Section 446.976 - Toilet facilities

Current through June 11, 2024
Approved toilet facilities must be available within 200 feet
				(61.5 meters) of any premises of a farmers' market or located as approved by
				the health authority.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › FARMERS' MARKETS › Section 446.977 - Handwashing facilities

Current through June 11, 2024
Approved handwashing facilities must be present at each
				vendor's temporary food establishment. Paper towels and hand soap in a
				dispensing unit must be present at each handwashing station.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › FARMERS' MARKETS › Section 446.978 - Prohibition regarding live animals and birds; exception

Current through June 11, 2024
No live animals, birds or fowl may be kept or allowed within 20
				feet (6 meters) of any area where food is stored or offered for sale. This
				section does not apply to service animals.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › FARMERS' MARKETS › Section 446.979 - Fresh poultry eggs

Current through June 11, 2024
Fresh poultry eggs are allowed for sale at a farmers' market,
				provided that the following requirements are met:
1. The eggs must be sold by a producer
			 certified by the State Department of Agriculture;
2. The eggs must be candled and graded with a
			 minimum of Grade A;
3. An
			 application for Direct Marketing of Poultry Eggs at Farmers' Markets must be on
			 file with the State Department of Agriculture;
4. All records, including, without
			 limitation, temperature maintenance logs required by the State Department of
			 Agriculture and the health authority, must be maintained and available for
			 review;
5. The temperature at the
			 shell in stored eggs following harvest up to the point of sale must not exceed
			 45°F (7.2 °C); and
6. All
			 eggs must be transported, stored and displayed in a safe and sanitary manner to
			 minimize breakage and contamination.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › FARMERS' MARKETS › Section 446.980 - Circumstances under which health permit required

Current through June 11, 2024
Except for certified producers of organic agricultural products
				and those producers who possess a certificate as a producer of farm products
				issued by the State Department of Agriculture or an equivalent federal, state
				or local agency, it is unlawful for any person to operate a produce stand in
				conjunction with a farmers' market or to sell food at a farmers' market unless
				such person possesses a valid health permit issued by the health
				authority.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › FARMERS' MARKETS › Section 446.981 - Circumstances under which permit to operate food establishment required

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Except for certified producers of organic
			 agricultural products and those producers who possess a certificate as a
			 producer of farm products issued by the State Department of Agriculture or an
			 equivalent federal, state or local agency, any person desiring to operate a
			 produce stand in conjunction with a farmers' market must comply with the
			 requirements of
			 NRS
			 446.875.
2. The health authority may restrict or
			 disallow the sampling or sale, or both, of food items based on the findings of
			 an inspection or an unacceptable risk to the public health.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › GENERAL PROVISIONS › Section 447.010 - Definitions

Current through June 11, 2024
As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires, the words and terms defined in NAC 447.020 to 447.080, inclusive, have the meanings ascribed to them in those sections.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. No. 1, eff. 2-5-82-NAC A by R008-04, 4-7-2004
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › GENERAL PROVISIONS › Section 447.030 - "Bedding" defined

Current through June 11, 2024
"Bedding" includes mattresses, quilts, blankets, sheets, pillows, comforters and spreads.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. No. 1.2, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › GENERAL PROVISIONS › Section 447.040 - "Disposable article" defined

Current through June 11, 2024
"Disposable article" means a cup, container, lid, closure, plate, knife, fork, spoon, stirrer, paddle, straw, placemat, napkin, doily, wrapper or similar article which is made wholly or in part from a synthetic or other readily destructible material and which is intended to be discarded after a single use.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. No. 1.3, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › GENERAL PROVISIONS › Section 447.050 - "Health authority" defined

Current through June 11, 2024
"Health authority" has the meaning ascribed to it in subsection 4 of NRS 439.005.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. No. 1.4, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › GENERAL PROVISIONS › Section 447.060 - "Sanitized" defined

Current through June 11, 2024
"Sanitized" means the treatment of equipment and utensils with a bactericide by a process which has been approved by the appropriate health authority as being effective in destroying microorganisms, including pathogens.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. No. 1.6, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › GENERAL PROVISIONS › Section 447.070 - "Tableware" defined

Current through June 11, 2024
"Tableware" means all nondisposable utensils for eating and drinking, including knives, forks, spoons, glasses and cups.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. No. 1.7, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › GENERAL PROVISIONS › Section 447.080 - "Utensils" defined

Current through June 11, 2024
"Utensils" means any tableware or kitchenware used in the storing, preparing, conveying or serving of food.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. No. 1.8, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › GENERAL PROVISIONS › Section 447.090 - Severability

Current through June 11, 2024
If any provision of this chapter or any application thereof to any person, thing or circumstance is held invalid, the State Board of Health intends that the invalidity not affect the remaining provisions, or their application, that can be given effect without the invalid provision or application.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. No. 9.1, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT › Section 447.100 - Construction and remodeling: Application and approval required; plans and specifications

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Any person who desires to construct a hotel or to remodel or add to an existing hotel must apply in writing to the appropriate health authority on forms furnished by the health authority, giving the name of the hotel and its location together with such other information as may be required. The application must be accompanied by plans, specifications and supporting data.
2. Plans and specifications for hotels must have been prepared by a professional engineer who is registered in this State, an architect who is registered in this State, or a licensed contractor who holds a license issued by the State Contractors' Board in the appropriate classification and subclassification. A licensed professional engineer or a registered architect shall include his seal and signature on any plans and specifications submitted to the health authority. A licensed contractor shall include his signature on any plans and specifications submitted to the health authority.
3. The plans must be drawn to scale, include a north arrow, and be accompanied by proper specifications to permit a comprehensive engineering review.
4. The submitted plans must be approved in writing before any construction is undertaken.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. No. 7.1.1, eff. 2-5-82-NAC A by R008-04, 4-7-2004
NRS 439.200, 447.185
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT › Section 447.110 - Exemption of certain facilities and equipment from requirements for design and construction

Current through June 11, 2024
If any facility or equipment being used by the operator of a hotel on February 5, 1982, does not meet the requirements for design and construction established in this chapter, the operator is exempted from those requirements and may continue to use the facility or equipment if it is in good repair, is capable of being maintained in a sanitary condition and does not create a health hazard.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. No. 8.1, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT › Section 447.120 - Floors

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Every floor and every floor covering, such as carpeting, must be kept clean and in good repair so that it will not become a hazard to safety or health.
2. The floors in areas used for washing and sanitizing tableware and in laundry areas, kitchenettes, and in areas in bathrooms and toilet rooms which are next to the tub, shower or toilet, must be constructed of smooth, durable, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable material.
3. The floors in such areas must not be covered with carpeting. The appropriate health authority may prohibit the use of carpeting in any other area which it deems would be made unsanitary by the use of carpeting.
4. Every concrete, tile, ceramic and vinyl floor installed in a bathroom, toilet room, laundry room or kitchenette must be coved at the junctures between the floor and the walls. All material used to cove the junctures must be fitted snugly to the floor and the walls so there are no openings large enough to permit the entrance of vermin.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. Nos. 4.1.1-4.1.4, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT › Section 447.130 - Walls, ceilings and closures

Current through June 11, 2024
1. All walls and ceilings, all doors, windows, skylights and other closures, all fixtures and all decorative material must be kept clean and in good repair.
2. The walls of bathrooms, toilet rooms, rooms for washing tableware, and kitchenettes must be of a light color and be smooth and easily cleanable.
3. The materials used in constructing the walls and ceilings must be joined along their edges so as to leave no open spaces or cracks.
4. Studs, joists, rafters and beams must not be left exposed in bathrooms, toilet rooms, laundry rooms or kitchenettes. If left exposed in other areas, these structural members must be suitably finished and be kept clean and in good repair.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. Nos. 4.2.1-4.2.4, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT › Section 447.140 - Lighting

Current through June 11, 2024
1. At least 50 foot-candles of light must be provided in each area for washing tableware and in each kitchenette.
2. At least 20 foot-candles of light at a distance of 30 inches (76.2 cm) from the floor must be provided in each laundry area, toilet room, bathroom and in each other area during cleaning.
3. At least 15 foot-candles of light must be provided in any area used for living or sleeping.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. Nos. 4.3.1-4.3.3, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT › Section 447.150 - Heating and ventilating systems

Current through June 11, 2024
1. All bathrooms and toilet rooms must be adequately ventilated so that excessive moisture is removed from the room.
2. Each system for heating, cooling or ventilation must be properly maintained.
3. All sleeping rooms, bathrooms and toilet rooms must be capable of being maintained at a temperature between 68°F (20°C) and 80°F (26.7 °C) while being used by guests.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. Nos. 4.4.1-4.4.3, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT › Section 447.160 - Baths, showers, toilets and lavatories

Current through June 11, 2024
1. All baths, showers, toilets and lavatories must be kept in good repair.
2. While being used by guests, the floors of the bathrooms and toilet rooms must be sanitized each day.
3. While being used by guests, every surface of a bathtub, shower and toilet which may come in contact with a person's body must be sanitized each day. All other surfaces must be sanitized at least once a week.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. Nos. 5.3.1-5.3.3, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT › Section 447.170 - Kitchenettes

Current through June 11, 2024
1. No community kitchen facilities are permitted.
2. A kitchenette, when provided, must have all of the following facilities:
(a) A sink which is supplied with adequate hot and cold running water. The hot water must be at least 120°F (48.89 °C) at the faucet.
(b) Cooking facilities which are properly installed and have at least a fan which is vented to the outside so that smoke, fumes and odors can be removed.
(c) A washable container for waste.
(d) A counter for food preparation. The surface of the counter must be made of material which is impervious and cleanable.
(e) A refrigeration unit for cooling food. The unit must be capable of maintaining a temperature of 45°F (7.2 °C) or lower.
(f) A cupboard and other receptacles in which utensils, tableware and food can be kept protected from contamination.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT › Section 447.180 - Water supply

Current through June 11, 2024
1. The water supply of a hotel must be piped in directly from a source approved by the appropriate health authority.
2. Hot and cold running water in sufficient quantity must be provided for all bath and shower rooms, lavatories, laundry areas and areas for washing tableware.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. Nos. 6.1.1 & 6.1.2, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT › Section 447.190 - Plumbing

Current through June 11, 2024
1. The potable water system must be installed in such a manner that there is no cross connection between it and any other system.
2. Every room with laundry facilities must have a drain in the floor of the room.
3. Each ice machine, dishwasher or sink used for washing laundry, tableware or utensils must drain through an air gap to prevent sewage from backing up.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. Nos. 6.4.1-6.4.3, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT › Section 447.200 - Garbage and rubbish disposal

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Each hotel must have containers of sufficient number and size to store all the garbage and rubbish until it is removed.
2. The containers must be kept at locations and be emptied at frequencies approved by the appropriate health authority. The approved locations and frequencies must be such as will prevent danger to the public health and prevent the containers and waste from becoming nuisances.
3. The containers must be kept covered at all times except when being filled, emptied or cleaned.
4. The containers must be kept clean, and facilities for washing them must be operated in a sanitary manner. Wastewater from cleaning the containers must be disposed of as sewage.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. Nos. 6.6.1-6.6.4, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT › Section 447.210 - Sewage disposal

Current through June 11, 2024
All sewage carried by water must be disposed of by means of public sewerage or by a system for disposal which is approved by the appropriate health authority.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. No. 6.3, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT › Section 447.220 - Parking areas

Current through June 11, 2024
All parking areas must have adequate drainage, and be kept clean and free of any health hazards.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. No. 5.5.1, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT › Section 447.240 - Bedding, linen and towels

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Laundered bedding and linen must be stored above the floor level in a clean place until used.
2. All items of bedding and linen must be protected against unnecessary handling or contamination by dust or filth.
3. Containers, laundry carts or laundry bags which are made of cleanable material must be provided for the temporary storage of soiled bedding and towels until the soiled items are laundered.
4. Separate areas must be designated for soiled bedding and soiled linen to prevent the likelihood of their cross-contamination.
5. The cleaned linen and bedding of a hotel must not be stored or transported in laundry bags, laundry carts or other containers which have been used for soiled linen unless the operator of the hotel demonstrates to the appropriate health authority that the containers are, or can be, properly cleaned and their surfaces sanitized.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. Nos. 5.1.1-5.1.5, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT › Section 447.250 - Soap; sheets and pillow cases; furniture

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Individual bars of hand soap must be provided for hotel guests. Used bars of soap must be discarded.
2. Sheets and pillow cases must be replaced at least twice weekly and, at the request of a guest, whenever they have become dirty or are in disrepair.
3. All furniture must be kept in good repair.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. Nos. 5.2.1-5.2.3, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT › Section 447.260 - Ice

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Ice used in a hotel must be made of water obtained from a water supply approved by the appropriate health authority or the ice must be obtained from a source approved by the authority.
2. All ice-making machines must be located, installed, operated and maintained so as to prevent contamination of the ice.
3. Ice must be handled, transported and stored in a manner which will protect it from contamination.
4. If an ice machine is provided for use by the guests of the hotel, the machine must be designed to dispense ice cubes automatically from a storage area which is within the machine and is inaccessible to the user.
5. Ice buckets, ice scoops and other containers and utensils used for ice must, unless of a disposable type, be made of a smooth impervious material and designed to permit effective cleansing. These containers and utensils must be cleaned and sanitized and must be stored and handled in a sanitary manner.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. Nos. 6.2.1-6.2.5, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT › Section 447.270 - Tableware: Equipment required for cleaning and sanitizing

Current through June 11, 2024
1. A suitable area must be provided for cleaning and sanitizing all tableware in a hotel.
2. A sink with three compartments, approved by the appropriate health authority, must be used to manually sanitize the drinking glasses and other tableware in a hotel.
3. Any sink used in a hotel must be constructed with its inside corners rounded so that it may be easily cleaned.
4. Dishtables and drainboards of adequate size must be provided in a hotel for the proper handling of its soiled tableware before washing and its clean tableware after washing. The dishtables and drainboards must be placed so as not to interfere with use of the dishwashing facilities.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. Nos. 3.1.1-3.1.4, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT › Section 447.280 - Tableware: Approval of facilities, devices or procedures for cleaning and sanitizing

Current through June 11, 2024
The appropriate health authority may approve any type of facility, device or procedure for cleaning and sanitizing tableware if the hotel operator shows that it is effective and reliable for that purpose.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. No. 3.1.5, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT › Section 447.290 - Tableware: Washing

Current through June 11, 2024
1. All tableware must be thoroughly washed in a reasonably clean solution which contains an effective concentration of detergent.
2. All tableware must be rinsed in clean, warm water after washing.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. Nos. 3.2.1 & 3.2.2, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT › Section 447.300 - Tableware: Sanitizing

Current through June 11, 2024
1. All tableware, when manually washed, must be sanitized by immersion for 1 minute in a clean sanitizing solution containing 50 parts per million (ppm) of available chlorine at a temperature of 75°F (23.9 °C) or higher.
2. A test kit of reasonable accuracy must be used to test the available chlorine in the sanitizing solution. A thermometer with an accuracy of plus or minus 2°F must be used to determine the temperature of the sanitizing rinse water.
3. Other chemical agents which have been demonstrated to the satisfaction of the health authority to be effective and nontoxic under conditions of use and for which a suitable test kit is available may be used in the sanitizing solution if the solution has a bactericidal effect equivalent to a solution containing 50 ppm of available chlorine at a temperature of 75°F (23.9 °C) or higher.
4. After being sanitized, all the tableware must be placed in a position for self-draining in a suitable area where it is allowed to dry in the air.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. Nos. 3.2.3-3.2.6, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT › Section 447.310 - Tableware: Storage and handling

Current through June 11, 2024
1. All tableware must be stored above floor level in a clean and dry location so that it is protected from splash, dust and other contamination.
2. All cleaned and sanitized tableware must be handled by employees of a hotel in such a manner that no part of their hands or clothing touch any surfaces of the tableware which will later be in contact with the user's lips.
3. All cleaned tableware must be wrapped in paper or plastic which has been approved by the appropriate health authority before being placed in a guest room.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. Nos. 3.3.1-3.3.3, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT › Section 447.320 - Control of vermin

Current through June 11, 2024
1. All openings to the exterior of a hotel must be protected from rodents, flies and other vermin.
2. The interior and exterior of a hotel must be maintained in a condition which will prevent the harborage or feeding of vermin.
3. Pesticides may be used only as approved by the appropriate health authority. The authority shall attach such conditions to its approval as will prevent danger to the public health from the use of the pesticides.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. Nos. 6.5.1-6.5.3, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › EMPLOYEES › Section 447.350 - Persons ineligible to work in hotels

Current through June 11, 2024
A person who:
1. Has a communicable disease;
2. Is a carrier of a communicable disease; or
3. Has a boil, an infected wound or any acute respiratory infection, may not work in a hotel if there is a likelihood that he will transmit the disease to any other person.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. No. 2.1.1, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › EMPLOYEES › Section 447.360 - Washing of hands

Current through June 11, 2024
Each employee of a hotel who comes in contact with utensils, tableware or linen or who cleans guest rooms, toilets or bathrooms shall thoroughly wash his hands with soap and warm water:
1. Before starting work each day;
2. As often as may be required to remove soil and contamination; and
3. After each visit to the toilet room.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. No. 2.1.2, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › EMPLOYEES › Section 447.370 - Outer garments

Current through June 11, 2024
The outer garments of each person engaged in handling linen, bedding or tableware in a hotel must be reasonably clean.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. No. 2.1.3, eff. 2-5-82
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS › Section 447.400 - Inspections; correction of deficiencies

Current through June 11, 2024
1. A representative of a health authority shall give a proper identification of himself before entering a hotel to make an inspection pursuant to NRS 447.200. Such an inspection may be made as often as the health authority determines is necessary to ensure compliance with chapter 447 of NRS and the applicable regulations.
2. Upon completion of the inspection, the representative shall prepare a report of the inspection. The report must set forth any deficiency discovered during the inspection and specify the period during which the owner or operator of the hotel is required to correct the deficiency. A copy of the report must be furnished to the owner or operator of the hotel.
3. Any failure of an owner or operator to correct a deficiency within the period specified in the report is a violation of this chapter.
Bd. of Health, Hotel and Motel Reg. Nos. 7.2.1-7.2.3, eff. 2-5-82-NAC A 10-30-97
NRS 439.200
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 447 - Public Accommodations › MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS › Section 447.410 - Fees of Health Division of Department of Health and Human Services

Current through June 11, 2024
1. The Health Division of the Department of Health and Human Services shall charge and collect fees for each inspection of a hotel in accordance with the following schedule, except in areas where the laws and regulations governing hotels are administered by local health authorities:
For a hotel having 30 or fewer rooms or units.................................................
$145
For a hotel having more than 30 rooms or units...............................................
145
Plus $1.50 for each room or unit over 30, not to exceed $1,000.
2. The Health Division shall charge and collect fees for the review of a plan submitted with an application to construct a hotel or to remodel or add to an existing hotel in accordance with the following schedule:
For a plan submitted with an application to construct a hotel.........................
$100
Plus an amount equal to the fee for an inspection of the hotel, if an inspection is required for the hotel after the completion of the construction of the hotel.
For a plan submitted with an application to remodel or add to an existing hotel.............................................................................................................
100
Plus an amount equal to the fee for an inspection of the hotel, if an inspection is required for the hotel after the completion of the remodeling or addition to the hotel.
Added to NAC by Bd. of Health by R008-04, eff. 4-7-2004
NRS 439.150, 439.200, 447.185
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 449 - Medical and Other Related Facilities › Section 449.Sec. 1 - NEW

Current
		  through June 11, 2024
Chapter 449 of NAC is hereby amended by adding thereto a new
			 section to read as follows:
As used in
			 NRS 449.241 to
			 449.2428,
			 inclusive, unless the context otherwise requires, "unit" means a component of a
			 health care facility for providing patient care that is defined by the scope of
			 health care service provided. The term includes, without limitation, a group,
			 department, section or wing of a hospital.
Added
			 to NAC by Bd. of Health by
			 R039-20A,
			 eff. 2/25/2021
NRS
			 449.0302 and
			 449.2418
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 449 - Medical and Other Related Facilities › Section 449.Sec. 2 - NEW

Current
		  through June 11, 2024
As used in sections 2 to 22, inclusive, of this regulation,
			 unless the context otherwise requires, the words and terms defined in sections
			 3 to 6, inclusive, of this regulation, have the meanings ascribed to them in
			 those sections.
Added to NAC
			 by Bd. of Health by
			 R016-20A,
			 eff. 11/2/2020
NRS
			 449.0302
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 449 - Medical and Other Related Facilities › Section 449.Sec. 2.1 - NEW

Current
		  through June 11, 2024
As used in sections 2 to 21, inclusive, unless the context
			 otherwise requires, the words and terms defined in sections 3, 4 and 5 have the
			 meanings ascribed to them in those sections.
Added
			 to NAC by Bd. of Health by
			 R062-21A,
			 eff. 9/8/2022
NRS
				439.200, 449.0302, as amended by section 16.5
				of Assembly Bill No. 287, chapter 517, Statutes of Nevada 2021, at page
				3437
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 449 - Medical and Other Related Facilities › Section 449.Sec. 2.2 - NEW

Current
		  through June 11, 2024
1.
		  The following publications are hereby adopted by reference:
(a) "Part II.E.: Personal Protective
		  Equipment (PPE) for Healthcare Personnel" of
2007 Guideline for
		  Isolation Precautions: Preventing Transmission of Infectious Agents in
		  Healthcare Settings
, as updated in May 2022, published by the Centers
		  for Disease Control and Prevention of the United States Department of Health
		  and Human Services and available at no cost on the Internet at
http://www.cdc.gov/infectioncontrol/pdf/guidelines/isolation-guidelines-H.pdf
,
		  or, if that Internet website ceases to exist, from the Division.
(b) "Optimizing Personal Protective Equipment
		  (PPE) Supplies," available at no cost on the Internet website of the Centers
		  for Disease Control and Prevention of the United States Department of Health
		  and Human Services at
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/ppe-strategy/index.html
,
		  or, if that Internet website ceases to exist, from the Division.
(c) "Interim Infection Prevention and Control
		  Recommendations for Healthcare Personnel During the Coronavirus Disease 2019
		  (COVID-19) Pandemic," available at no cost on the Internet website of the
		  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention of the United States Department of
		  Health and Human Services at
http://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/infection-control-recommendations.html
,
		  or, if that Internet website ceases to exist, from the Division.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 449 - Medical and Other Related Facilities › Section 449.Sec. 2.3 - NEW

Current
		  through June 11, 2024
"Alzheimer's disease" means a form of dementia caused by an
			 irreversible, progressive brain disorder that slowly destroys memory, thinking
			 and the ability to carry out tasks of daily living.
Added
			 to NAC by Bd. of Health by
			 R043-22A,
			 eff. 7/26/2023
NRS
				439.200,
				449.0302
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 449 - Medical and Other Related Facilities › Section 449.Sec. 2.4 - NEW

Current
		  through June 11, 2024
As used in
			 NRS
			 449.0925 and sections 2 to 5, inclusive, the
			 Division shall interpret "unlicensed caregiver" to mean any person that
			 provides care to residents, patients or clients at a facility described in
			 section 3 and who:
1. Is not required
		  to hold licensure or certification pursuant to title 54 of NRS to provide such
		  care; and
2. Does not hold such
		  licensure or certification.
Added
			 to NAC by Bd. of Health by
			 R063-21A,
			 eff. 7/26/2023
NRS
				439.200,
				449.0302,
				449.0925
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 449 - Medical and Other Related Facilities › Section 449.Sec. 3 - NEW

Current
		  through June 11, 2024
"Cultural competency training" means the training required by
			 section 14 of this regulation.
Added to NAC
			 by Bd. of Health by
			 R016-20A,
			 eff. 11/2/2020
NRS
			 449.0302
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 449 - Medical and Other Related Facilities › Section 449.Sec. 3.1 - NEW

Current
		  through June 11, 2024
"Birth assistant" means a member of the staff of a freestanding
			 birthing center who performs nonclinical tasks and routine clinical tasks and
			 procedures under supervision.
Added
			 to NAC by Bd. of Health by
			 R062-21A,
			 eff. 9/8/2022
NRS
				439.200,
				449.0302, as amended by section
				16.5 of Assembly Bill No. 287, chapter 517, Statutes of Nevada 2021, at page
				3437
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 449 - Medical and Other Related Facilities › Section 449.Sec. 3.2 - NEW

Current
		  through June 11, 2024
1.
		  A medical facility, facility for the dependent or other facility required by
		  the regulations adopted by the Board pursuant to
		  NRS
		  449.0303 to be licensed shall ensure that
		  each person on the premises of the facility uses personal protective equipment
		  in accordance with the publications adopted by reference in section 2. The
		  facility shall maintain:
(a) Not less than a
		  30-day supply of personal protective equipment at all times; or
(b) If the facility is unable to comply with
		  the requirements of paragraph (a) due to a shortage in personal protective
		  equipment, documentation of attempts by and the inability of the facility to
		  obtain personal protective equipment.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 449 - Medical and Other Related Facilities › Section 449.Sec. 3.3 - NEW

Current
		  through June 11, 2024
"Dementia" means the loss of cognitive functioning and behavioral
			 abilities, which may include, without limitation, memory, language skills,
			 visual perceptions, problem solving, self-management and the ability to focus
			 and pay attention, to the extent that the loss interferes with the daily life
			 and activities of a person.
Added
			 to NAC by Bd. of Health by
			 R043-22A,
			 eff. 7/26/2023
NRS
				439.200,
				449.0302
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 449 - Medical and Other Related Facilities › Section 449.Sec. 3.4 - NEW

Current
		  through June 11, 2024
Each medical facility, facility for the dependent or facility
			 licensed pursuant to NRS 449.0303 that uses
			 unlicensed caregivers to provide care to residents, patients or clients shall
			 ensure that each such unlicensed caregiver complies with the requirements of
			 section 4.
Added
			 to NAC by Bd. of Health by
			 R063-21A,
			 eff. 7/26/2023
NRS
				439.200,
				449.0302,
				449.0925
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 449 - Medical and Other Related Facilities › Section 449.Sec. 4 - NEW

Current
		  through June 11, 2024
"Department" means the Department of Health and Human
			 Services.
Added to NAC
			 by Bd. of Health by
			 R016-20A,
			 eff. 11/2/2020
NRS
			 449.0302
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 449 - Medical and Other Related Facilities › Section 449.Sec. 4.1 - NEW

Current
		  through June 11, 2024
"Certified nurse-midwife" has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS
			 449.198, as amended by section 29.5 of Assembly Bill No. 287, chapter 517,
			 Statutes of Nevada 2021, at page 3442.
Added
			 to NAC by Bd. of Health by
			 R062-21A,
			 eff. 9/8/2022
NRS
				439.200,
				449.0302,
				as amended by section 16.5 of Assembly Bill No. 287, chapter 517, Statutes of
				Nevada 2021, at page 3437
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 449 - Medical and Other Related Facilities › Section 449.Sec. 4.2 - NEW

Current
		  through June 11, 2024
1.
		  If a medical facility receives notice from a national accrediting organization
		  that the national accrediting organization has accredited the medical facility,
		  the medical facility shall submit to the Division in the manner prescribed by
		  the Division a copy of the notice not later than 7 calendar days after
		  receiving the notice.
2. If a
		  medical facility loses the accreditation of a national accrediting
		  organization, the medical facility shall notify the Division not later than 7
		  calendar days after receiving notice of the loss of accreditation.
3. The Division may impose an administrative
		  penalty in an amount not to exceed $1,000 for a failure to comply with the
		  requirements of this section. The Bureau shall not impose any administrative
		  sanction pursuant to NAC
		  449.9982 to
		  449.99939, inclusive, for such a
		  deficiency.
4. As used in this
		  section, "national accrediting organization" has the meaning ascribed to it in
		  42 C.F.R. §
								488.1.
Added
			 to NAC by Bd. of Health by
			 R048-22A,
			 eff. 12/29/2022
NRS
				439.200,
				449.0302,
				449.165
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 449 - Medical and Other Related Facilities › Section 449.Sec. 4.3 - NEW

Current
		  through June 11, 2024
"Person-centered service plan" means a plan developed for a
			 resident of a residential facility pursuant to NAC
			 449.259 that describes the manner
			 in which the facility will provide for the needs of the
			 resident.
Added
			 to NAC by Bd. of Health by
			 R043-22A,
			 eff. 7/26/2023
NRS
				439.200,
				449.0302
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 449 - Medical and Other Related Facilities › Section 449.Sec. 4.4 - NEW

Current
		  through June 11, 2024
1.
		  An unlicensed caregiver who provides care to residents, patients or clients at
		  a facility described in section 3 shall annually complete evidence-based
		  training provided by a nationally recognized organization concerning the
		  control of infectious diseases. The training must include, without limitation,
		  instruction concerning:
(a) Hand
		  hygiene;
(b) The use of personal
		  protective equipment, including, without limitation, masks, respirators, eye
		  protection, gowns and gloves;
(c)
		  Environmental cleaning and disinfection;
(d) The goals of infection control;
(e) A review of how pathogens, including,
		  without limitation, viruses, spread; and
(f) The use of source control to prevent
		  pathogens from spreading.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 449 - Medical and Other Related Facilities › Section 449.Sec. 5 - NEW

Current
		  through June 11, 2024
"Director" means the Director of the
			 Department.
Added to NAC
			 by Bd. of Health by
			 R016-20A,
			 eff. 11/2/2020
NRS
			 449.0302
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 449 - Medical and Other Related Facilities › Section 449.Sec. 5.1 - NEW

Current
		  through June 11, 2024
"Clinical provider" means a provider on the staff of a
			 freestanding birthing center who is ultimately responsible for the care of a
			 pregnant person, a person who has given birth or a newborn.
Added
			 to NAC by Bd. of Health by
			 R062-21A,
			 eff. 9/8/2022
NRS
				439.200,
				449.0302,
				as amended by section 16.5 of Assembly Bill No. 287, chapter 517, Statutes of
				Nevada 2021, at page 3437
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 449 - Medical and Other Related Facilities › Section 449.Sec. 5.2 - NEW

Current
		  through June 11, 2024
1.
		  A facility for the dependent shall:
(a)
		  Develop and carry out an infection control program to prevent and control
		  infections within the facility;
(b)
		  Review the infection control program, including, without limitation, the
		  infection control policy adopted pursuant to subsection 2, at least annually to
		  ensure that the program meets current evidence-based standards for infection
		  control plans and the safety needs of residents, staff and visitors;
		  and
(c) Develop and carry out a
		  comprehensive plan for emergency preparedness.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 449 - Medical and Other Related Facilities › Section 449.Sec. 5.3 - NEW

Current
		  through June 11, 2024
"Tier 1 training" means basic training for employees of a
			 residential facility that includes, without limitation:
1. Training in responding to
		  emergencies;
2. Training in working
		  with residents, including, without limitation, residents with dementia, and
		  their families; and
3. An
		  introduction to person-centered care.
Added
			 to NAC by Bd. of Health by
			 R043-22A,
			 eff. 7/26/2023
NRS
				439.200,
				449.0302,
				449.094
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 449 - Medical and Other Related Facilities › Section 449.Sec. 5.4 - NEW

Current
		  through June 11, 2024
1.
		  Except as otherwise provided in subsection 2, the written plan for the control
		  of infectious diseases developed pursuant to paragraph (c) of subsection 3 of
		  NRS
		  449.0925 must:
(a) Designate a person to be responsible for
		  coordinating the program for infection control for the facility.
(b) Include policies and procedures for the
		  control of infectious diseases that:
(1) Are
		  based on current nationally recognized, evidence-based guidelines for the
		  prevention and control of infectious diseases. Acceptable guidelines include,
		  without limitation, the guidelines prescribed by the Centers for Disease
		  Control and Prevention of the United States Department of Health and Human
		  Services.
(2) Reflect the scope and
		  complexity of the services the facility provides.
(c) Include procedures that identify, record
		  and correct failures to adhere to the policies and procedures described in
		  paragraph (b) or otherwise properly prevent or control infectious
		  diseases.
(d) Include a process for
		  reviewing activities for the prevention and control of infectious diseases
		  performed at the facility.
(e)
		  Include procedures for investigating communicable diseases and reporting those
		  diseases in accordance with chapter 441A of NRS and chapter 441A of
		  NAC.
(f) Include a strategy for
		  addressing an outbreak of an infectious disease and the effects of such an
		  outbreak at the facility, including, without limitation, staffing shortages,
		  new admissions and readmissions, visitation and protecting residents, patients
		  or clients from the spread of the infectious disease.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 449 - Medical and Other Related Facilities › Section 449.Sec. 6 - NEW

Current
		  through June 11, 2024
"Facility" means a medical facility, facility for the dependent
			 or facility which is otherwise required by regulations adopted by the Board
			 pursuant to
			 NRS
			 449.0303 to be licensed.
Added to NAC
			 by Bd. of Health by
			 R016-20A,
			 eff. 11/2/2020
NRS
			 449.0302