# COMAR Title 10 — Maryland Department of Health

## Subtitle 15 — Food

### Chapter 03 — Food Service Facilities

#### Regulation .07 Food Protection During Outdoor Preparation and Service.

*COMAR 10.15.03.07*

The person-in-charge shall ensure that:

A. During the use of outdoor cooking equipment, such as a barbeque grill, at a food service facility:

  (1) Equipment:

    (a) Is used only at the food service facility for service to patrons;

    (b) Is located:

      (i) On an impermeable surface;

      (ii) In close proximity to the food preparation area of the food service facility; and

      (iii) Away from parking areas, dumpsters, and patron entrances; and

    (c) Meets the requirements set forth in Regulation .15 of this chapter;

  (2) Food is:

    (a) Prepared for outdoor cooking inside the food service facility; and

    (b) Protected from contamination during cooking and service; and

B. When preparing beverages outdoors:

  (1) Overhead protection is provided;

  (2) Protection from contamination during storage is provided for ingredients, including:

    (a) Ice;

    (b) Drink mixes; and

    (c) Condiments;

  (3) Containers are protected from contamination during storage; and

  (4) Other than when only beer, wine, or soda is offered, a hand washing sink is provided in accordance with Regulation .18K and L of this chapter.