S.D. Admin. R. 44:70:10:26
The material used for plumbing fixtures shall be of nonabsorptive acid-resistant material. Each lavatory and sink required in resident room toilets shall have the water supply spout mounted so the discharge is a minimum of 2.5 inches (.064 meters) above the rim of the fixture. Handwashing facilities used by medical and care staff, and food handlers shall have the water supply spout mounted so the discharge is a minimum of five inches (0.13 meters) above the rim of the fixture and be equipped with handsfree controls. A single lever device may be used. An aerator is not approved for use on a faucet spout. A paper towel dispenser or hand-drying device shall be provided at each lavatory and sink used for handwashing.
Any shower stall that is not required to be wheelchair transfer or standard roll-in type shall have curb heights not more than six inches above the finished floor. The shower floor elevation and bathroom finished floor elevation shall be level if possible but the difference in elevation may not exceed three inches.
S.D. Admin. R. 44:70:10:26
General Authority: SDCL 34-12-13(1) and (3).
Law Implemented: SDCL 34-12-13(1) and (3).