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Current as of January 01, 2026 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
1. There shall be provided and maintained for employees in every factory suitable and convenient washrooms separate for each sex, adequately equipped with washing facilities. Every washroom shall be adequately ventilated and heated and shall be lighted by artificial means where necessary.
2. In factories where lead, arsenic or other poisonous substances or injurious or noxious fumes, dust or gases are present as an incident or result of the business or occupation, hot water, soap and individual towels shall be furnished.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - New York Consolidated Laws, Labor Law - LAB § 293. Washrooms - last updated January 01, 2026 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ny/labor-law/lab-sect-293/
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