Okla. Admin. Code § 310:257-5-58

Current through Vol. 42, No. 7, December 16, 2024

Section 310:257-5-58 - Cooling methods

(a) Cooling shall be accomplished in accordance with the time and temperature criteria specified under OAC 310:257-5-57 by using one or more of the following methods based on the type of food being cooled:

(1) Placing the food in shallow pans;

(2) Separating the food into smaller or thinner portions;

(3) Using rapid cooling equipment;

(4) Stirring the food in a container placed in an ice water bath;

(5) Using containers that facilitate heat transfer;

(6) Adding ice as an ingredient; or

(7) Other effective methods.

(b) When placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containers in which food is being cooled shall be:

(1) Arranged in the equipment to provide maximum heat transfer through the container walls; and

(2) Loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination as specified under OAC 310:257-5-37(a)(2), during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food.

Okla. Admin. Code § 310:257-5-58

Added at 23 Ok Reg 2358, eff 6-25-06