Minn. R. agency 144, ch. 4658, RESIDENT AREAS; NEW CONSTRUCTION, pt. 4658.4130
A nourishment area must be provided for serving between-meal refreshments. It may serve more than one nursing area, and may be located contiguous to a dayroom. The nourishment area must be provided with a work counter and sink, storage cabinets, and a refrigerator. The equipment may be residential-type equipment as long as the nourishment area is not used as part of the dietary department.
If the nourishment area includes an electric range that is accessible to the residents, a key-operated disconnect switch, with indicator light, must be provided for that range. The disconnect switch and indicator light must be readily accessible for staff.
Minn. R. agency 144, ch. 4658, RESIDENT AREAS; NEW CONSTRUCTION, pt. 4658.4130
Statutory Authority: MS s 144A.04; 144A.08