SECTION 310:285-7-1. General building requirements

(a)   Compliance. In addition to complying with the aforementioned regulations, new, converted, and remodeled lodging establishments shall also comply with the following. Lodging facilities newly constructed after the effective date of these rules shall comply with requirements of the National Fire Protection Association Life Safety Code 101 as adopted and administered by the State Fire Marshall and shall be in compliance with the Building Officials and Code Administrators Building Code or applicable local ordinances.

(b)   Plumbing. Plumbing constructed after the effective date of these rules shall be installed in compliance with the Building Officials and Code Administrators Plumbing Code or applicable local ordinances.

(c)   Electrical. Portions of the electrical system constructed, repaired or replaced after the effective date of the effective date of these rules shall be installed in compliance with the current edition of the National Electrical Code.

(d)   Ventilation. There must be a forced air vent or window that can be opened to provide ventilation of all guest rooms. Windows must be screened and the screen must be removable if provided in place of ventilated heating and cooling.

(e)   Safety.

(1)   Fire extinguishers. Fire extinguishers shall be provided as required by the State Fire Marshall.

(2)   Fire escapes. Fire escapes shall be marked with a colored lighted sign. Conspicuous directions to all fire escapes shall be posted in all hallways or walkways.

(f)   Water. Potable water for the needs of the lodging establishment shall be obtained from a public water supply or from a source constructed and operated according to the standards and rules and regulations adopted by the Oklahoma State Board of Health.

(g)   Sewage. All sewage shall be disposed of by a sewage disposal system constructed and operated according to the standards and rules and regulations adopted by the Oklahoma State Board of Health.

(h)   Toilet facilities. Toilet and bath areas containing water closets, showers, and/or tubs shall have impervious floor surfaces. Carpet is prohibited in the toilet and bath areas. If carpeting is used in lavatory areas it shall be closely woven and maintained in clean condition and in good repair.

(i)   Swimming pools/spas. All public bathing places shall be constructed according to the standards and rules and regulations of the Oklahoma State Board of Health.

(j)   Food service. Any food service in existing and new lodging facilities shall comply with the standards and rules and regulations of the Oklahoma State Board of Health.

(k)   Laundry. All laundry rooms shall comply with Section 310:285-5-2. Handwashing facilities shall be provided in the laundry.

(l)   Multi-use utensils.

(1)   A room separate from the laundry shall be provided for washing, rinsing and sanitizing multi-use utensils.

(2)   Dishwashing facilities shall comply with the Rules and Regulations for Food Establishments adopted by the Oklahoma State Board of Health.

(3)   Handwashing facilities shall also be provided.

(m)   Ice. Automatic ice dispensing equipment shall be installed in establishments constructed after April 18, 1985 and shall comply with the provisions in 310:285-5-1.