§ 46.321. Food storage.

 (a)  General storage requirements. Except as specified in subsections (b) and (c), food shall be protected from contamination by storing as follows:

   (1)  In a clean, dry location.

   (2)  Where it is not exposed to splash, dust or other contamination.

   (3)  At least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor.

 (b)  Exception for food stored on case lot handling equipment. Food in packages and working containers may be stored less than 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor on case lot handling equipment as specified in §  46.595 (relating to case lot handling equipment: moveability).

 (c)  Exception for particular food containers. Pressurized beverage containers, cased food in waterproof containers such as bottles or cans, and milk containers in plastic crates may be stored on a floor that is clean and not exposed to floor moisture.

 (d)  Foods storage: prohibited areas. Food may not be stored in any of the following locations:

   (1)  A locker room.

   (2)  A toilet room.

   (3)  A dressing room.

   (4)  A garbage room.

   (5)  A mechanical room.

   (6)  Under a sewer line that is not shielded to intercept potential drips.

   (7)  Under a leaking water line (including a leaking automatic fire sprinkler head), or under a line on which water has condensed.

   (8)  Under an open stairwell.

   (9)  Under any other source of contamination, such as peeling paint, unprotected light bulbs, some ventilation units or outside sheds.

   This section cited in 7 Pa. Code §  46.384 (relating to potentially hazardous food: cooling).