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 8.370.18.46 - ELECTRICAL CORDS AND ELECTRICAL RECEPTACLES

(1) Electrical cords and extension cords must be U/L approved.

(2) Electrical cords and extension cords must be replaced as soon as they show wear.

(3) Under no circumstances shall extension cords be used as a general wiring method.

(4) Extension cords must be plugged into an electrical receptacle within the room where used and must not be connected in one room and extended to some other room.

(5) Extension cords must not be used in series.

(1) Duplex grounded type electrical receptacles (convenience outlets) must be installed in all areas in sufficient quantities for tasks to be performed as needed. Each examination or work table must have access to a minimum of two duplex receptacles. Exception: Limited diagnostic and treatment centers are only required to have access to one duplex receptacle for examination or work tables.

(2) The use of multiple sockets (gang plugs) in electrical receptacles is strictly prohibited.