Preparation area, storerooms, display
shelves, and all other areas shall be kept clean, neat and free of
litter and rubbish. Cleaning operations shall be conducted in such
a manner as to minimize contamination of food and food-contact surfaces.
None of the operations connected with retail food establishments shall
be conducted in any room used as living or sleeping quarters. Soiled
linens, coats and aprons shall be kept in suitable containers until
removed for laundering. No live birds or animals shall be allowed
in any area used for the conduct of retail food establishment operations;
provided, that guide dogs accompanying blind persons may be permitted
in sales areas. Outside premises shall be kept clean, neat and free
of rubbish and other waste materials.
