Section 29-6241. KITCHENS AND DINING AREAS  


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    6241.1The facility shall provide all necessary equipment for the preparation, storage, service and clean up of all meals for all of the residents and staff regularly served by the facility.

     

    6241.2The facility shall maintain all food preparation equipment in a clean and safe working order and meet all applicable health and safety codes.

     

    6241.3The facility shall provide a dining area with furniture that is appropriate for the age, physical condition, developmental stage and number of residents so that residents and staff may eat together.

     

    6241.4The facility shall provide dining utensils and dishes appropriate to the age, physical condition, developmental stage and number of residents and staff.

     

    6241.5Prior to and after each use, a facility shall thoroughly clean, rinse and sanitize all food contact surfaces, utensils and equipment used in preparation or storage of foods.

     

    6241.6The facility shall store, prepare, serve and transport food in a manner ensuring protection from contamination. Refrigeration and freezer storage shall meet all applicable health and safety codes.

     

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Final Rulemaking published at 48 DCR 8675, 8717 (September 21, 2001).