1. (a) Except as specified in (b) of this Section, an employee must eat, drink, or use any form of tobacco, medical marijuana, or vape productin designated areas where the following items cannot be contaminated: exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; unwrapped single-service and single-use articles; and other items needing protection.

2. (b) A food employee may drink from a closed beverage container if the container is handled to prevent contamination of:

   1. (1) The employees's hands;
   2. (2) The container; and
   3. (3) Exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.

Added at 23 Ok Reg 2358, eff 6-25-06

Amended at 38 Ok Reg 1947, eff 9-11-21