§ 83.12. Plant requirements.
(a) A specially constructed room shall be provided for egg breaking and may be used for no other operation. Walls, floor and ceilings shall be constructed of materials that may be readily washed and kept in a sanitary condition. The floors shall have adequate drainage with a trap in the drain system. The doors to the room shall be swinging or self closing. No cracks may be permitted in the walls and ceilings.
(b) The water supply shall be ample, clean and potable for protection against contamination and pollution. It is recommended that the water supply be checked at least once a year for potability.
(c) Separate facilities, equipped with hot and cold or tempered water faucets in a wash stand, odorless soap and single service towels or hand dryer shall be provided along with toilet facilities in a room convenient to, but not directly leading from, the breaking room. Personnel may not wash hands in the same facilities used to sanitize equipment. Foot levers are recommended for turning water off and on.
(d) A separate room shall be provided for the storage of cans, soap powder and other supplies, and the room shall be kept clean and sanitary.
(e) The egg breaking room shall be ventilated and maintained at a temperature not to exceed 70°F.
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