Wash. Admin. Code § 246-215-04545

Current through Register Vol. 24-23, December 1, 2024
Section 246-215-04545 - Equipment-Mechanical warewashing equipment, wash solution temperature (FDA Food Code 4-501.110)
(1) The temperature of the wash solution in spray-type warewashers that use hot water to SANITIZE may not be less than:
(a) For a stationary rack, single temperature machine, 165°F (74°C);
(b) For a stationary rack, dual temperature machine, 150°F (66°C);
(c) For a single tank, conveyor, dual temperature machine, 160°F (71°C);
(d) For a multitank, conveyor, multitemperature machine, 150°F (66°C).
(2) The temperature of the wash solution in spray-type warewashers that use chemicals to SANITIZE may not be less than 120°F (49°C).

Wash. Admin. Code § 246-215-04545

Amended by WSR 21-01-122, Filed 12/15/2020, effective 1/15/2021

Statutory Authority: RCW 43.20.050 and 43.20.145. 13-03-109, § 246-215-04545, filed 1/17/13, effective 5/1/13.