New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 7 - HEALTH
Chapter 20 - MENTAL HEALTH
Part 12 - LICENSING REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD AND ADOLESCENT MENTAL HEALTH FACILITIES
Section 7.20.12.56 - SEWAGE AND WASTE DISPOSAL

Universal Citation: 7 NM Admin Code 7.20.12.56

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 18, September 24, 2024

A. All sewage and liquid wastes are disposed of into a municipal sewage system where such facilities are available.

B. Where a municipal sewage system is not available, the system used is inspected and approved by the New Mexico environment department or recognized local authority. The facility maintains copies of all inspection reports and certificates issued pertaining to its waste disposed system(s).

C. Where municipal or community garbage collection and disposal service are not available, the method of collection and disposal of solid wastes generated by the facility is inspected and approved by the New Mexico environment department or recognized local authority.

D. Infectious waste: Facilities licensed pursuant to these regulations which generate infectious waste ensure that the method of disposal of such wastes meets the requirements of the New Mexico environment department or recognized local authority.

E. All garbage and refuse receptacles are durable, have tight fitting-lids, are insect/rodent proof, washable, leakproof and constructed of materials which do not absorb liquids. Receptacles are kept clean.

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