LAC 51:XV.109 – Drinking Utensils [formerly paragraph 15:007]

A. Two types of drinking utensils are acceptable:
single-service and multi-use. Single-service utensils are preferable. Multi-use utensils are acceptable, so long as they are washed, rinsed and sanitized between uses in accordance with Part XXIII of this Code.
B. [Formerly paragraph 15:008] Single-service utensils shall meet the requirements of §§2115, 2503, and 2517 of Part XXIII of this Code.
C. [Formerly paragraph 15:009] The use of a communal drinking cup is prohibited. If drinking fountains are provided, they shall meet the requirements of 14:172 of Part XIV of this Code.

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 40: 4 (A)(5) and R.S. 40:5.

HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Health and Hospitals, Office of Public Health, LR 28:1384 (June 2002).