Section 144-206-5-A - Ice for Consumer Use1 Ice shall be made from potable water whose source meets the Primary Drinking Water Standards. The ice making machine shall be located, installed, operated and maintained so as to prevent contamination of the ice. To minimize human contact, ice machines should be self dispensing.2 Ice shall be handled, transported, and stored in such a manner as to be protected against contamination.3 If ice crushers are used, they shall be maintained in a sanitary condition.4 Utensils shall be provided for storing and serving ice in a sanitary manner. Ice containers, other containers, and scoops, unless they are of the single-service type, shall be of a smooth, impervious material and designed to facilitate cleaning.5 Ice scoops shall be kept in a stainless steel, impervious plastic, or fiberglass container in an area which is free from contamination. The container and ice scoop shall be washed and sanitized daily, or mounted inside the machine so that the handle will not come in contact with ice.6 Ice containers provided in lodging rooms shall be cleaned and sanitized between each check-in.7 If plastic bags are used as liners, they shall be of food grade quality.8 Ice not made on the premises shall be obtained from a source approved by the Department.9 If ice is packaged on the premises to be sold to the public, a license from the Department of Agriculture is required.10- 144 C.M.R. ch. 206, § 5-A