LAC 51:XXIII.1901. General [formerly paragraph 22:12-1]

A. Food on display shall be protected from contamination by the use of packaging, counter service line or food/sneeze guards, display cases, or other effective means except for nuts in the shell and whole, raw fruits and vegetables that are intended for hulling, peeling or washing by the consumer before consumption. B. Proper utensils shall be used for preparation, service and dispensing of food. These utensils shall be stored in accordance with §2519 of this Part. C. Self service consumers shall not be allowed to use soiled tableware, including single service articles, to obtain additional food from the display and serving equipment. Tableware, including single service articles, shall be made available at the serving display. A sign shall be posted at the serving display prohibiting the reuse of soiled tableware. D. Food establishments which have a self-service buffet shall provide a sign posted at the location of the self-service buffet which encourages individuals to wash their hands prior to serving themselves. This requirement shall not be applicable to those types of food establishments which are not included in the definition of food establishment as per §§101.A and 305.A.1 of this Part.