Minnesota Administrative Rules

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

A.

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

(1)

in a clean, dry location;

(2)

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

(3)

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

B.

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

(1)

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

(2)

covered or inverted.

C.

Single-service and single-use articles shall be stored as specified in item A and shall 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 15 centimeters (six inches) above the floor on dollies, pallets, racks, and skids that are designed as provided in part 4626.0665.

Statutory Authority:

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

History:

23 SR 519

Published Electronically:

October 11, 2007