Alaska Administrative Code
Title 18 - Environmental Conservation
Chapter 31 - Alaska Food Code
Article 8 - Markets
18 AAC 31.800 - Bulk food

(1) display units are properly labeled as required by 18 AAC 31.060;

(2) labels and marking pens are available to consumers to identify bulk items purchased;

(3) repealed 12/28/2006;

(4) bulk food display units are separated from any containers of bulk chemicals and bulk pet food by distance, such as separate aisles, or partitions;

(5) an employee is assigned to monitor the area to discourage tampering and consumer contamination; to restock; to label; to clean spills; and to wash, rinse, and sanitize containers and utensils;

(6) scoops, tongs, or other utensils are readily available to minimize hand contact, and are stored in the food with the handle up or in a protective enclosure or holder;

(7) tongs, scoops, and other utensils used by customers are washed, rinsed, and sanitized at least once each day or more frequently if needed; and

(8) display units and lids are washed, rinsed, and sanitized before restocking, when soiled, or at more frequent scheduled intervals, depending on the amount and type of food accumulation.