OAC 310:257-11-31
Lighting, intensity
Cite as Okla. Admin. Code § 310:257-11-31
The light intensity shall be:
(1) At least 108 lux (10 foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor, in
walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during
periods of cleaning;
(2) At least 215 lux (20 foot candles):
(A) At a surface where food is provided for consumer self-service such as buffets and
salad bars or where fresh produce or packaged foods are sold or offered for
consumption;
(B) Inside equipment such as reach-in and under-counter refrigerators;
(C) At a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor in areas used for handwashing,
warewashing, and equipment and utensil storage, and in toilet rooms; and
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(3) At least 540 lux (50 foot candles) at a surface where a food employee is working with
food or working with utensils or equipment such as knives, slicers, grinders, or saws where
employee safety is a factor.