Minn. R. agency 144, ch. 4626, PHYSICAL FACILITY NUMBERS AND CAPACITIES, pt. 4626.1470

Current through Register Vol. 49, No. 27, December 30, 2024

Part 4626.1470 - LIGHTING INTENSITY. 6-303.11

The light intensity must be:

A. at least 10 foot-candles (108 lux) at a distance of 30 inches (75 cm) 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 20 foot-candles (215 lux):

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

C. at least 50 foot-candles (540 lux) 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.

Minn. R. agency 144, ch. 4626, PHYSICAL FACILITY NUMBERS AND CAPACITIES, pt. 4626.1470

23 SR 519

43 SR 295

Statutory Authority: MS s 31.101; 31.11; 144.05; 144.08; 144.12; 157.011