Code of Maine Rules
10 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
144 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES - GENERAL
Chapter 200 - MAINE FOOD CODE (CHAPTER 200 IS A JOINT CHAPTER WITH 01-001, THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD AND RURAL RESOURCES, CH. 331)
Chapter 6 - PHYSICAL FACILITIES
Section 144-200-6-1 - MATERIALS FOR CONSTRUCTION AND REPAIR

Universal Citation: 10 ME Code Rules § 144-200-6-1

Current through 2024-38, September 18, 2024

6-101 Indoor Areas

6-101.11 Surface Characteristics.

(A) Except as specified in ¶ (B) of this section, materials for indoor floor, wall, and ceiling surfaces under conditions of normal use shall be:

(1)Smooth, durable, and Easily Cleanable for areas where Food or Eating Establishment operations are conducted;

(2) Closely woven and Easily Cleanable carpet for carpeted areas; and

(3) Nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as Food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, Warewashing areas, toilet rooms, mobile Food or Eating Establishment Servicing Areas, and areas subject to flushing or spray cleaning methods.

(B) In a Temporary Eating Establishment:

(1) If graded to drain, a floor may be concrete, machine-laid asphalt, or dirt or gravel if it is covered with mats, removable platforms, duckboards, or other suitable Approved materials that are effectively treated to control dust and mud; and

(2) Walls and ceilings may be constructed of a material that protects the interior from the weather and windblown dust and debris.

6-102 Outdoor Areas

6-102.11 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 §§5-501.11 and 5-501.12.

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