SECTION 310:257-5-43. Consumer self-service operations

(a)   Raw, unpackaged animal food, such as beef, lamb, pork, poultry, and fish may not be offered for consumer self-service. This paragraph does not apply to:

(1)   Consumer self-service of ready-to-eat foods at buffets or salad bars that serve foods such as sushi or raw shellfish;

(2)   Ready-to-cook individual portions for immediate cooking and consumption on the premises such as consumer-cooked meats or consumer-selected ingredients for Mongolian barbecue; or

(3)   Raw, frozen, shell-on shrimp or lobster.

(b)   Consumer self-service operations for ready-to-eat-foods shall be provided with suitable utensils or effective dispensing methods that protect the food from contamination.

(c)   Consumer self-service operations such as buffets and salad bars shall be monitored by food employees trained in safe operating procedures.

[Source: Added at 23 Ok Reg 2358, eff 6-25-06; Amended at 28 Ok Reg 2289, eff 11-1-11]