Each facility shall have and implement a written plan, approved by the commission, for the maintenance of an acceptable level of cleanliness and sanitation throughout the facility. Such plan shall provide for:

1. (1) a regular daily schedule for the work and inspections necessary to keep the facility clean; which schedule shall be assigned and supervised by corrections officers who have the responsibility for keeping the facility clean and making regular sanitation inspections;
2. (2) water and sewage systems not part of a city system and food preparation areas shall be inspected at least annually by health authorities and record kept for each inspection;
3. (3) adequate and safe cleaning equipment;
4. (4) water tight garbage containers with tight fitting covers in the kitchen;
5. (5) the maintenance of toilets, wash basins, sinks, and other equipment throughout the facility in good working order; the maintenance of all counters, shelves, tables, equipment, and utensils with which food or drink comes into contact in a clean condition and in good repair;
6. (6) clean washing aids, such as brushes, dishcloths, and other hand aids used in dish washing operations and for no other purposes;
7. (7) a well ventilated place for storing and drying mops and other cleaning tools;
8. (8) the continuous compliance of the water system and sewage system with the minimum requirements for such public systems;
9. (9) the prohibition of excessive storage of food in cells and day rooms.

Source Note:The provisions of this §279.1 adopted to be effective December 20, 1994, 19 TexReg 9653.