105 CMR, § 150.560 - Central Kitchen
Each facility must designate a kitchen that meets the following requirements:
(A) A handwashing sink
with hot and cold running water shall be provided together with disposable
towels and towel dispenser and a soap dispenser.
(B) A double-compartment sink with hot and
cold running water and an attached 30-inch drain board and backsplash for the
preparation and cleaning of fresh vegetables.
(C) A triple-compartment sink with hot and
cold running water and an attached 30-inch drain board on each side, with
backsplash, shall be provided for the washing of pots and pans.
(D) The kitchen floor shall have a floor
drain equipped with a grease trap and a backup flow check valve.
(E) A separate dishwashing area containing a
commercial dishwasher with attached dirty and clean work counters shall be
provided. Access of food carts containing soiled dishware shall not be through
the food preparation area. The dishwasher shall be equipped with a grease trap.
A separate entrance to the dishwashing area shall be provided.
(F) Dumbwaiters, when provided, shall open
into nourishment kitchens or dining rooms and shall be used exclusively for
food transportation.
(G) The rear
of all equipment not flush and sealed to the wall shall be at least eight
inches from the wall. Not less than eight inches of clear space shall be
provided between separately installed units. If units are to be joined, a
filler strip must be used. The minimum aisle width shall be 42 inches; except
areas where mobile equipment is used shall have a minimum aisle widthof 60
inches.
(H) Traffic through the
food service department shall be limited to authorized personnel. Food
receiving shall be in a separate area with space for scales and
counters.
(I) A separate and
defined area shall be provided for food cart washing, if food carts are used on
the unit.
(J) A separate janitor's
closet shall be provided specifically for the kitchen use.
(K) In the case of HB/LTCFs, if the hospital
and the long-term care facility share dietary services, a separate central
kitchen is not required.
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