LAC 51:VI.115 – Machinery, Equipment and Utensils [formerly paragraph 6:024]

A. All machinery, equipment, and utensils shall be so arranged as to be easily accessible for cleaning and shall be kept clean.
B. [formerly paragraph 6:025] An ample supply of steam, water, sanitizing agent, hoses, or other equipment necessary for proper cleaning of equipment shall be available. Hose ends or nozzles shall not be allowed to lie or rest on the floor but shall be hung or racked when not in use so as to be protected at all times from contamination. Faucets threaded for hoses shall be provided with vacuum breakers to prevent back-siphonage.

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with the provisions of R.S. 40:4(A)(1)(a). Also see R.S. 40:601 et seq.

HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Health and Hospitals, Office of Public Health, LR 28:1233 (June 2002).