15A NCAC 18A .1618      FOOD SERVICE UTENSILS AND EQUIPMENT

(a)  All food service equipment and utensils shall be kept clean and in good repair.

(b)  All food contact surfaces of utensils and equipment shall be cleaned after each use.

(c)  Utensils and equipment shall be handled and stored in a manner as to protect from contamination.

(d)  Residential care facilities shall provide a kitchen sink for cleaning food service equipment and utensils.

(e)  Food storage areas shall be kept clean and free of pests.

History Note:        Authority G.S. 130A-4; 130A‑235;

Eff. February 1, 1976;

Readopted Eff. December 5, 1977;

Amended Eff. September 1, 1990;

Readopted Eff. April 1, 2024.