Section 740 - Kitchens and Mess Hall Maintenance(a) Utensils. All utensils and implements in which food is prepared or kept or from which food is to be eaten, shall be kept in a clean, unbroken and sanitary condition.(b) Equipment. The floors, walls, ceilings, tables and shelves of all kitchens, dining rooms, refrigerators and food storage rooms shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. Floors, tables, drainboards, and countertops shall be maintained with cleanable materials impervious to moisture.(c) Shelves and Containers. Sufficient shelving shall be maintained in or near the kitchen or mess hall kitchen to store all food supplies at least six (6) inches (15.2 centimeters) above the floor. Metal or other approved containers with tight-fitting covers shall be provided for the storage of all opened or unopened bulk food supplies.Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 25, § 740
1. Editorial correction of subsections (b) and (c) filed 11-18-82 (Register 82, No. 47).
2. Amendment filed 3-15-83; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 83, No. 12). Note: Authority cited: Sections 17003.5 and 17040, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section 17040, Health and Safety Code.
1. Editorial correction of subsections (b) and (c) filed 11-18-82 (Register 82, No. 47).
2. Amendment filed 3-15-83; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 83, No. 12).