Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
Chapter 40-7 - FOOD DIVISION REGULATIONS
Subject 40-7-1 - RETAIL FOOD SALES
Rule 40-7-1-.30 - Physical Facilities: Materials for Construction and Repair
Universal Citation: GA Rules and Regs r 40-7-1-.30
Current through Rules and Regulations filed through September 23, 2024
(1) Surface Characteristics. Materials for indoor floor, wall, and ceiling surfaces under conditions of normal use shall be:
(a)
SMOOTH, durable, and EASILY CLEANABLE for areas where FOOD ESTABLISHMENT
operations are conducted;
(b)
Closely woven and EASILY CLEANABLE carpet for carpeted areas; and
(c) Nonabsorbent for areas subject to
moisture such as FOOD preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, WAREWASHING
areas, toilet rooms, mobile FOOD ESTABLISHMENT SERVICING AREAS, and areas
subject to flushing or spray cleaning methods.
(2) Surface Characteristics.
(a) The outdoor walking and driving areas
shall be surfaced with concrete, asphalt, or gravel or other materials that
have been effectively treated to minimize dust, facilitate maintenance, and
prevent muddy conditions.
(b)
Exterior surfaces of buildings and mobile FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS shall be of
weather-resistant materials and shall comply with LAW.
(c) Outdoor storage areas for REFUSE,
recyclables, or returnables shall be of materials specified under
40-7-1-.29(2) and
40-7-1-.29(3).
O.C.G.A. Secs. 26-2-1 et. seq.
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