SECTION 295.168. Standards for Lunch or Rest Areas

(a) At all temporary places of employment where employees or others are required or permitted to eat or take rest periods at the job site, employers shall provide or designate one or more areas suitable for that purpose for the maximum number of persons who may use them at one time. In outdoor areas where insufficient shade is available, a tarpaulin fly or similar means should be provided for shade during eating and rest periods.

(b) All required sanitary facilities shall be furnished during eating and rest periods. See travel distance limitations in §295.161(f) of this title (relating to General Provisions) for more information.

(c) An adequate number of covered receptacles shall be provided for disposal of all waste food. Such receptacles shall be emptied at least once daily and shall be maintained free of residues. See waste collection and disposal standards in §295.163(b) of this title (relating to Standards for General Sanitation) for more information.

(d) No food shall be stored, prepared, or eaten in any area where there are any materials or substances present in quantities or concentrations which may contaminate food or be injurious to health.

(e) No food shall be stored or eaten in any toilet room.

Source Note: The provisions of this §295.168 adopted to be effective February 22, 1993, 18 TexReg 848.