Section 150.560 - Central KitchenEach facility must designate a kitchen that meets the following requirements:
(A) A handwashing sink with hot and cold running water shall be provided together with disposable towels and towel dispenser and a soap dispenser.(B) A double-compartment sink with hot and cold running water and an attached 30-inch drain board and backsplash for the preparation and cleaning of fresh vegetables.(C) A triple-compartment sink with hot and cold running water and an attached 30-inch drain board on each side, with backsplash, shall be provided for the washing of pots and pans.(D) The kitchen floor shall have a floor drain equipped with a grease trap and a backup flow check valve.(E) A separate dishwashing area containing a commercial dishwasher with attached dirty and clean work counters shall be provided. Access of food carts containing soiled dishware shall not be through the food preparation area. The dishwasher shall be equipped with a grease trap. A separate entrance to the dishwashing area shall be provided.(F) Dumbwaiters, when provided, shall open into nourishment kitchens or dining rooms and shall be used exclusively for food transportation.(G) The rear of all equipment not flush and sealed to the wall shall be at least eight inches from the wall. Not less than eight inches of clear space shall be provided between separately installed units. If units are to be joined, a filler strip must be used. The minimum aisle width shall be 42 inches; except areas where mobile equipment is used shall have a minimum aisle widthof 60 inches.(H) Traffic through the food service department shall be limited to authorized personnel. Food receiving shall be in a separate area with space for scales and counters.(I) A separate and defined area shall be provided for food cart washing, if food carts are used on the unit.(J) A separate janitor's closet shall be provided specifically for the kitchen use.(K) In the case of HB/LTCFs, if the hospital and the long-term care facility share dietary services, a separate central kitchen is not required.Adopted by Mass Register Issue 1361, eff. 3/23/2018.