Wisconsin Legislature: DWD 301.07(15)(e)

(i) Each habitable room shall have at least one window or skylight opening directly to the out-of-doors that satisfies all of the following:

1. The minimum total window or skylight areas in each habitable room, including windows in doors, shall equal at least 10 percent of the usable floor area.

2. The total window area that opens shall equal at least 45 percent of the minimum total window or skylight area required under subd. 1.

(12) Screening.

(a) Windows and doors that are used for ventilation shall be protected with screening of not less than 16 mesh. This paragraph does not apply to doors in buildings that are cooled with air conditioning.

(b) All screen doors shall be tight fitting, in good repair, and equipped with self-closing devices.

(13) Heating.

(a) All living quarters and service buildings shall be provided with permanently installed and operable heating equipment capable of maintaining a temperature of at least 68 degrees Fahrenheit.

(c) A stove or other source of heat utilizing combustible fuel shall be installed and vented in such a manner as to prevent fire hazards and a dangerous concentration of gases and shall comply with the Wisconsin commercial building code.

(e) If a solid or liquid fuel stove is used in a room with wood or other combustible flooring, the stove shall sit on a concrete slab, insulated metal sheet, or other fireproof material, extending at least 24 inches beyond the perimeter of the base of the stove.

(f) Any wall or ceiling within 24 inches of a solid or liquid fuel stove or a stovepipe shall be of fireproof material.

(g) A vented metal collar shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications around a stovepipe, or vent passing through a wall, ceiling, floor, or roof.

(h) A heating system may have automatic controls only if the controls are installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications and the controls cut off the fuel supply upon failure or interruption of the flame or ignition, or whenever a predetermined safe temperature or pressure is exceeded.

(14) Electricity and lighting.

(a) All housing sites shall be provided with electric service.

(b) All habitable rooms, common use rooms, rooms containing toilet facilities, and other areas, including laundry rooms, hallways, and stairways, shall contain adequate ceiling or wall type light fixtures.

(d) Adequate lighting shall be provided for yard areas, and pathways to common use facilities.

(e) All electrical wiring and lighting fixtures shall be installed and maintained in a safe condition and shall comply with the provisions of ch. SPS 316.

(f) Common use facilities shall be provided with a light switch at the entrance door.

(g) Illumination of common use facilities shall be not less than 10 foot candles 30 inches above the floor.

(h) Public passageways, stairways, and exit doors shall be illuminated in accordance with the Wisconsin commercial building code.

(15) Toilets.

(a) All rooms containing toilet facilities shall comply with the Wisconsin commercial building code, except that privies are not permitted.

(c) Urinals of the approved type shall be provided in toilets to be used by 10 or more males in the ratio of one per 40 males or fraction thereof.

Note: Par. (c) is amended eff. 1-1-2028 by CR 23-030 to read:

(c) Urinals installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications shall be provided in toilet facilities to be used by 10 or more males in the ratio of one per 25 males or fraction thereof.

(d) Except in individual family units, separate toilet facilities for men and women shall be provided and all of the following apply:

1. Toilet facilities for men and women that are in the same building shall be separated by a solid wall from floor to roof or ceiling.

2. Toilet facilities shall be distinctly marked “men” and “women” in English and in the language of the persons expected to occupy the housing or marked with easily understood pictures or symbols.

(e) Where common use toilet facilities are provided, an adequate and accessible supply of toilet tissue with holders shall be furnished.

(f) All common use toilet facilities shall be well lighted and ventilated and shall be clean and sanitary.

(g) Toilet seats shall be of impervious material or shall be well painted or varnished.

(h) All living quarters and service buildings shall be provided with toilet facilities that are located within 200 feet of each living unit.

(16) Bathing, laundry and handwashing.

(a) Bathing and handwashing facilities shall be supplied with adequate hot and cold water under pressure and shall be provided for the use of all occupants.

(b) Bathing and handwashing facilities shall be clean and sanitary and located within 200 feet of each living unit.

Note: Par. (c) is amended eff. 1-1-2028 by CR 23-030 to read:

(d) Showerheads shall be spaced at least 3 feet apart with a minimum of 9 square feet of floor space per showerhead or shall be placed in a commercially available 30-inch shower stall that has an area of at least 6.25 square feet.

(e) Floors of showers shall be constructed of nonabsorbent, nonskid materials and sloped to properly constructed floor drains.

(f) If common use shower facilities for both sexes are located in the same building, the facilities shall be separated by a solid opaque and nonabsorbent wall extending from the floor to ceiling or roof, and shall be plainly designated “men” or “women” in English and in the language of the persons expected to occupy the housing or marked with easily understood pictures or symbols.

(g) Adequate dry dressing space shall be provided in common use shower facilities.

(h) Except in individual family units, separate shower facilities shall be provided for each sex.

(i) Each shower unit for women shall be enclosed as a separate compartment.

(j) Each shower compartment shall be supplemented by an individual dressing compartment.

(k) Lavatories or equivalent units shall be provided in a ratio as set forth in ch. SPS 362.

(L) Mechanical or automatic washers that are supplied with adequate hot and cold water under pressure shall be provided for the use of all occupants in the ratio of one per 20 occupants.

(p) At least one laundry tray, tub, or sink shall be provided in each room that includes a washer.

(r) Dryers shall be provided for the use of all occupants in the ratio of one per 20 occupants.

(17) Cooking and eating facilities.

(a) If workers or their families are permitted or required to cook in their individual unit, a space shall be provided and equipped for cooking and eating. The space shall be provided with all of the following:

1. A stove with an oven.

2. Adequate food storage shelves and a counter for food preparation.

3m. A refrigerator maintained at 40 degrees Fahrenheit or lower and a freezer maintained at zero degrees Fahrenheit or lower.

4. A table and chairs or equivalent seating and eating arrangements that are commensurate with the capacity of the unit.

5. Adequate lighting and ventilation.

6. An adequate sink with hot and cold water under pressure.

7. Floors that consist of nonabsorbent, easily cleaned materials.

(b) If workers or their families are permitted or required to cook and eat in a common facility, a room or building separate from the sleeping facilities shall be provided for cooking and eating. The room or building shall be provided with all of the following:

1. Stoves with an oven in a ratio of one stove to 10 persons or one stove to 2 families.

2. Adequate food storage shelves and a counter for food preparation.

3m. A refrigerator maintained at 40 degrees Fahrenheit or lower and a freezer maintained at zero degrees Fahrenheit or lower.

4. Tables and chairs or equivalent seating adequate for the intended use of the facility.

5. Adequate sinks with hot and cold water under pressure.

6. Adequate lighting and ventilation.

7. Floors that consist of nonabsorbent, easily cleaned materials.

(c) If central mess facilities are provided, the kitchen and mess hall shall be in proper proportion to the capacity of the housing and shall be separate from the sleeping quarters.

(d) Central mess facilities operated by or for the camp operator shall comply with all of the following:

1. The kitchen and dining room shall be separated from sleeping quarters and rooms containing toilet facilities.

2. No kitchen or dining room shall be used for sleeping purposes.

3. Kitchen and dining room tables and chairs or benches shall be so constructed as to be easily kept clean.

4. Table tops or coverings shall be smooth and free from cracks.

5. Dishes and utensils shall be of nontarnishable materials, free from cracks and easily cleaned.

6. Cooking utensils shall be stored on racks or suspended on hooks at least 12 inches above the floor.

7. The kitchen and dining room shall be swept daily.

Note: The department recommends using a sweeping compound that lays the dust.

8. The kitchen and dining room shall be scrubbed with hot soap suds or suitable detergent at least once a week.

Note: During rainy periods, the department recommends scrubbing more often than once a week.

9. Dining tables shall be washed with soap or suitable detergent and water after each meal.

10. Handwashing facilities shall be provided in kitchens and shall include hot and cold water under pressure, soap and individual toweling for use by kitchen personnel only.

11. Cooks and all food handlers shall be clean and wear clean clothing.

12. A sink with ample facilities for providing hot and cold water under pressure shall be provided for washing dishes and kitchen utensils.

13. All dishes and utensils shall be thoroughly scraped and shall be washed and scalded or disinfected.

14. All dishes and utensils shall be air dried.

15. All milk used shall either be adequately pasteurized, evaporated or powdered.

16. Perishable foods such as meats, milk, butter, eggs, and salads shall be kept under refrigeration not to exceed 40 degrees Fahrenheit.

17. Refrigerators shall be thoroughly washed with hot water and soap or suitable detergents at least once a week.

18. Nonperishable foods shall be stored in clean and rodent proof containers elevated above the floor.