N.J. Admin. Code § 5:10A-2.7

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 23, December 2, 2024

Section 5:10A-2.7 - Water closet and shower building

(a) If either water closet or shower facilities for both males and females are housed within the same structure, they shall be separated by a sound-resistant wall.

(b) All water closet and shower building doors to the exterior shall be self-closing and shall be screened by means of a vestibule or wall to prevent direct view of the interior when the exterior doors are open.

(c) All water closet and shower building openable windows, doors and vents to the outside shall be provided with fly-proof screens.

(d) Window area of water closet and shower buildings shall be equal to at least eight percent of the floor area. Windows shall be located as high as practicable and along more than one wall whenever possible.

(e) The interior finish of such buildings shall be of moisture-resistant material that will withstand frequent washing and cleaning.

(f) The floors shall be constructed of material impervious to water and shall be skid-resistant and easily cleanable.

(g) The floors of shower rooms shall be sloped to properly trapped floor drains connected to the sewerage system.

(h) Showers shall be of the individual type and shall be visually screened from view. Each individual shower area shall be at least 30 inches long and at least 30 inches wide. For each individual shower area, there shall be an individual dressing area, visually screened from view, with a minimum floor area of 36 inches by 36 inches, which shall be equipped with at least one clothing hook and one stool or equivalent bench area.

(i) The interior finish of such buildings shall be washed and repainted as often as may be necessary to maintain them in a clean and wholesome condition. The floors shall be washed at least once daily with a disinfectant solution.

(j) Portable water closets and showers shall be prohibited in proprietary campground facilities.

N.J. Admin. Code § 5:10A-2.7