La. Admin. Code tit. 51 § VI-509

Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 11, November 20, 2024

Section VI-509 - General Provisions; Time/Temperature Controls for Preparation of Fresh Custard and Cream Fillings [formerly paragraph 6:085]

A. Supplies used in the manufacture of bakery and confectionery products shall be stored outside of the preparation areas or rooms. flour, sugar and other similar products shall be protected from dampness and vermin. All ingredients shall be stored on racks or shelves at least 6 inches off the floor, and so arranged as to permit cleaning around and under the containers. No spoiled, rancid or unwholesome ingredients of any type shall be used in the manufacture of any bakery or confectionery product, nor shall such material be permitted to remain in such a manufacturing plant.

B. [formerly paragraph 6:086] No box, paper, trash, furniture or other article not used in the preparation of any bakery or confectionery product shall be allowed in food preparation rooms, nor shall an accumulation of boxes, rubbish, trash or waste be permitted about the establishment, nor shall any slops of waste matter be thrown or emptied on the ground about the premises. Garbage shall be kept in water tight receptacles with tightly fitting lids. Garbage and trash shall be removed from the premises as often as necessary so that it will not accumulate and provide a breeding and harborage area for rodents and insects.

C. [formerly paragraph 6:087] Every bakery or manufacturing confectionery shall provide toilet facilities for employees as required by LAC 51:XIV.411. All toilet rooms shall have at least 20 foot-candles of lighting and, in accordance with LAC 51:XIV.405.A.1.b, mechanical exhaust ventilation. Toilet rooms shall be kept clean and in good repair.

D. [formerly paragraph 6:088] Lavatory (hand washing) facilities shall be provided in all restrooms in accordance with LAC 51:XIV.411 and an additional lavatory/lavatories shall be conveniently located in each of the food processing and handling areas. Facilities shall be equipped with hot and cold water under pressure, delivered through a mixer faucet. Soap and sanitary towels or air dryer shall be provided at each lavatory.

E. [formerly paragraph 6:089] All employees of any bakery or manufacturing confectionery shall comply with §305-309 of Chapter 3 of this Part.

F. [formerly paragraph 6:090] No bed or cot shall be permitted in any bakery or manufacturing confectionery, nor shall any living quarters open directly into the preparation rooms of such establishments.

G. [formerly paragraph 6:091] No bakery or confectionery product shall be delivered to any retailer by placing such products in a box or other receptacle located outside of the retail establishment, unless this receptacle has been approved by the state health officer.

H. [formerly paragraph 6:092] Only pasteurized milk or milk products shall be used in the preparation of custard and cream-filled bakery products.

I. [formerly paragraph 6:093] All custard or cream-filled mixtures shall be cooked, the temperature and time of heating of the mix, to be as a minimum, the equivalent of a temperature of 145°F for a period of not less than 30 minutes.

J. formerly paragraph 6:094] Upon completion of the cooking of the mix, it shall be immediately transferred into previously sanitized containers, properly covered and chilled as rapidly as possible to 45°F or below and maintained at such a temperature until used.

K. [formerly paragraph 6:095] The apparatus and food contact surfaces used in adding any custard or cream filling to a bakery product shall be of impervious material and shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each use, in a manner approved by the state health officer. No cloth filled bags shall be used.

L. [formerly paragraph 6:096] Employees engaged in the preparation of custard or cream-filled bakery products shall not touch the custard or cream filling with their hands after it has been cooked.

M. [formerly paragraph 6:097] No pastry containing a custard or cream filling shall be displayed in any window or show case except those that are refrigerated or chilled to a temperature of 45°F, or below.

N. [formerly paragraph 6:098] Pastries containing custard or cream filling shall not be sold or delivered from vehicles, except where such vehicles are equipped with a refrigerated compartment where the temperature is maintained at 45°F or below; provided, however, that such pastries may be delivered from manufacturers to retail dealers or consumers by special trip without refrigeration when it is possible to complete such delivery within two hours elapsed time.

O. [formerly paragraph 6:099] All bakery products in package form shall be labeled in compliance with the State Food, Drug and Cosmetic Law, as provided for in R.S. 40:608.

P. [formerly paragraph 6:100] Transportation of any bread, pastry or confectionery product for subsequent display or sale is prohibited unless said bread, pastry or confectionery product is wrapped or packaged in such a manner as to protect the product from contamination by dust, dirt, flies and other extraneous material.

La. Admin. Code tit. 51, § VI-509

Promulgated by the Department of Health and Hospitals, Office of Public Health, LR 28:1239 (June 2002), amended LR 38:2792 (November 2012).

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with provisions of R.S. 40:4(A)(1)(a). Also see 40:601 et seq.