Minnesota Administrative Rules

4626.0955 EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, LINENS, AND SINGLE-SERVICE AND SINGLE-USE ARTICLES; STORAGE. 4-903.11

A.

Except as specified in item D, clean equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles must be stored:

(1)

in a clean, dry location;

(2)

where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and

(3)

at least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor.

B.

Clean equipment and utensils must be stored as specified in item A and must be stored:

(1)

in a self-draining position that allows air drying; and

(2)

covered or inverted.

C.

Single-service and single-use articles must be stored as specified in item A and must be kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination until used.

D.

Items that are kept in closed packages may be stored less than 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor on dollies, pallets, racks, and skids that are designed as specified in part 4626.0665.

Statutory Authority:

MS s 31.101; 31.11; 144.05; 144.07; 144.08; 144.12; 157.011

History:

23 SR 519; 43 SR 295

Published Electronically:

January 2, 2019