- A. Each facility must meet the requirements of all state and local regulations governing food service, post a copy of the required permit in a conspicuous place and maintain a file of any deficiencies noted in an inspection report.
- B. Each facility has a copy of the current applicable Food Service Regulations as published by the Environmental Improvement Division. EXCEPTION: Those facilities which have a written exemption from the Environmental Improvement Division or recognized local authority.
- C. Dry and evaporated milk may be reconstituted only if used for cooking purposes. All milk for drinking is Grade-A pasteurized and served directly from its original container or from a dispenser approved by the Environmental Improvement Division.
- D. Potentially hazardous food such as meat, milk and custard are kept at 40 degrees F or below. Hot food is kept at 140 degrees F or above during preparation and service.
- E. Each refrigerator and freezer contains an accurate thermometer reading within 2 degrees F, located in the warmest part of the appliance in which food is stored. The temperature of the refrigerator is 40 degrees F or below. The temperature for the freezer is 0 degrees or below.
- F. Refrigerators, freezers, cupboards and other food storage areas are kept clean and sanitary at all times.
- G. Drugs, biologicals, poisons, stimulants, detergents, and cleaning supplies are not kept in the same storage area used for storage of foods.
- H. Dishes and utensils are properly washed, sanitized, and stored in accordance with food service regulations.
- I. All garbage is stored in containers which are waterproof, easily cleaned, and have tight-fitting lids.
[7.8.3.103 NMAC – N, 05/15/01]