The MDA Human Resources Division provides services in the areas of recruitment, selection, personnel transaction processin
What We Do
Invasive plant pests (insects and pathogens) threaten Minnesota’s forests and crops.
Atrazine is an herbicide used to control weeds in corn. When used properly, the U.S.
This report provides monthly updates on the number of dairy farm permits recorded by the MDA Dairy Inspection Program.
What are approved finish materials for floors, walls, and ceilings?
- Food prep / employee service area –
- These are materials specifically designed for areas of food and drink service/preparation, dishwashing, and dry storage.
- This does not include floor finish materials that have interwoven fibers, concrete, unfinished wood, vinyl flooring in walk-in units.
- This does not include finish materials on walls and ceilings such as galvanized metal, sealed or unsealed wood, knock-down or popcorn-style finish on drywall.
- Open structured ceilings are not allowed in areas where employees are handling open packages of food.
What are smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent finish materials?
- These are materials specifically designed for areas of food and drink service/preparation, dishwashing, and dry storage.
- This does not include floor finish materials that have interwoven fibers, concrete, unfinished wood, vinyl flooring in walk-in units.
- This does not include finish materials on walls and ceilings such as galvanized metal, sealed or unsealed wood, knock-down or popcorn-style finish on drywall.
- Open structured ceilings are not allowed in areas where employees are handling open packages of food.