3717-1-04.8(E) Equipment, utensils, and linens: protection of clean items

Equipment, utensils, linens, single-service articles, and single-use articles - storage.

(1)

Cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, single-service articles, and single-use articles are to be stored:

(a)

In a clean, dry location;

(b)

Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and

(c)

At least six inches (fifteen centimeters) above the floor unless the items are kept in closed packages on dollies, pallets, racks, and skids that are designed as specified under paragraph (JJ) of rule 3717-1-04.1 of the Administrative Code.

(2)

Clean equipment and utensils are to be stored as specified under paragraph (E)(1) of this rule and will be stored:

(a)

In a self-draining position that allows air drying; and

(b)

Covered or inverted.

(3)

Single-service and single-use articles are to be stored as specified under paragraph (E)(1) of this rule and are to be kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination until used.