N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 10 §§ 14-5.89

Current through Register Vol. 46, No. 45, November 2, 2024

Section 14-5.89 - Condensation water disposal; food container opening devices

(a) The food storage compartment and other compartments in refrigerated vending machines which are subject to condensation or cooling water retention are to be self-draining or equipped with a drain outlet which permits complete draining. In vending machines designed to store cartoned beverages, diversion devices and retention pans or drains for leakage are to be provided. All such drains, devices and retention pans are to be easily cleanable.

(b) Opening devices which come into contact with food or the food-contact surfaces of the containers are to be constructed of corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent and safe materials. Unless the opening device is of a single-service type, it is to be readily removable for cleaning, and is to be kept clean. Parts of multi-use opening devices which come into contact with the food or food-contact surface of containers are to be readily removable for cleaning.