Minnesota incorporates by reference the federal regulations for exits; therefore, the state requirements are identical to the federal requirements. Minnesota also adds further requirements. Click on the following links to view the state and federal regulations regarding means of egress:
Exits
Citations
Minnesota: Minnesota Rules, Department of Labor and Industry, Chapter 5205 Safety and Health Standards
Federal: 29 CFR 1910.33, .34, .35, .36, .37, and Appendix to Subpart E
A summary of the additional requirements includes the following:
- Minnesota requires minimum levels of illumination in aisles, exits, etc.
- Artificial lighting in exits and related passageways is to have a supply that does not fail if room lighting fails, preferably from an independent connection or connections extending back to the main service entrance.