New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 8 - SOCIAL SERVICES
Chapter 370 - OVERSIGHT OF LICENSED HEALTHCARE FACILITIES AND COMMUNITY BASED WAIVER PROGRAMS
Part 18 - REQUIREMENTS FOR FACILITIES PROVIDING OUTPATIENT MEDICAL SERVICES AND INFIRMARIES
Section 8.370.18.45 - LIGHTING

A. all spaces occupied by people, machinery, or equipment within buildings, approaches to buildings, and parking lots shall have lighting;

B. lighting will be sufficient to make all parts of the area clearly visible;

C. all lighting fixtures must be shielded;

D. lighting fixtures must be selected and located with the comfort and convenience of the staff and patients in mind;

E. a fixed or portable examination light must be provided for all examination and treatment rooms.