1. (a) In addition to the other applicable requirements of this chapter, the operator of a kiosk shall comply with this section.

2. (b) The operator of a kiosk shall ensure that

   1. (1) the type of food operation at the kiosk is a limited food service or a convenience store;
   2. (2) potable water is delivered as frequently as necessary to prevent the water tanks from being less than one-quarter full at any time;
   3. (3) the wastewater tank is emptied at a frequency that will prevent the tank from being more than three-quarters full at any time;
   4. (4) the kiosk provides take-out or drive-up food service only, and seating is not provided for the patrons;
   5. (5) food is not cooled or reheated within the kiosk; this paragraph does not apply to an iced beverage; and
   6. (6) toilet facilities for use by the employees are within 200 feet of the kiosk while the kiosk is in operation.

3. (c) The operator of a kiosk need not provide sanitary facilities required under 18 AAC 31.500 - 18 AAC 31.525 if

   1. (1) only prepackaged foods that meet the requirements of this chapter are served;
   2. (2) any potentially hazardous beverage is prepared at a commissary and dispensed from equipment that protects the beverage from contamination;
   3. (3) an approved facility or commissary is located within 200 feet of the kiosk that provides hot and cold running water for cleaning of non-food contact surfaces; and
   4. (4) toilet facilities and lavatories for employees are available within 200 feet of the kiosk.
4. (d) The exemption in (c) of this section does not relieve an operator from complying with requirements of the Department of Labor and Workforce Development.

(Eff. 12/19/99, Register 152; am 12/28/2006, Register 180)

Authority: AS 17.20.005, AS 17.20.072, AS 17.20.290, AS 17.20.020, AS 17.20.180, AS 44.46.020