3717-1-06(A)(1) Physical facilities: materials for construction and repair

Except as specified in paragraph (A)(2) of this rule, materials for indoor floor, wall, and ceiling surfaces under conditions of normal use are to be:

(a)

Smooth, durable, and easily cleanable for areas where food service operation or retail food establishment activities are conducted;

(b)

Closely woven and easily cleanable carpet for carpeted areas; and

(c)

Nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, warewashing areas, toilet rooms, mobile food service operation or mobile retail food establishment servicing areas, and areas subject to flushing or spray cleaning methods.