16 Del. Admin. Code § 6-303.11

Current through Register Vol. 27, No. 12, June 1, 2024

Section 6-303.11 - Intensity

The light intensity shall be:

(A) At least 108 lux (10 foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry FOOD storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning;

(B) At least 215 lux (20 foot candles):

(1) At a surface where food is provided for consumer self-service such as buffets and salad bars or where fresh produce or PACKAGED FOODS are sold or offered for consumption,

(2) Inside equipment such as reach-in and under-counter refrigerators; and

(3) At a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor in areas used for handwashing, warewashing, and equipment and utensil storage, and in toilet rooms; and

(C) At least 540 lux (50 foot candles) at a surface where a FOOD EMPLOYEE is working with food or working with utensils or equipment such as knives, slicers, grinders, or saws where employee safety is a factor.

16 Del. Admin. Code § 6-303.11

17 DE Reg. 1084( 5/1/2014) (Final)