WAC 246-215-06215. Cleanability — Floor carpeting, restriction and installation (FDA Food Code 6-201.14)

(1) A floor covering such as carpeting or similar material may not be installed as a floor covering in food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, warewashing areas, toilet room areas where handwashing sinks , toilets and urinals are located, refuse storage rooms, or other areas where the floor is subject to moisture, flushing or spray cleaning methods. (2) If carpeting is installed as a floor covering in areas other than those specified under subsection (1) of this section, it must be: (a) Securely attached to the floor with a durable mastic, by using a stretch and tack method, or by another method; and (b) Installed tightly against the wall under the coving or installed away from the wall with a space between the carpet and the wall and with the edges of the carpet secured by metal stripping or some other means.