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Section 29Republic Act No. 123 shall be applied and enforced., Sec./Art. 29
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Refrigerated Storage of Perishable Foods
Perishable foods shall be stored in the following manner:
(a) They shall be kept at or below 45_F (7_C) except during preparation or when held for immediate serving after preparation.
(b) When such foods are to be stored for extended periods, a temperature of 40_F (40_C) is recommended.
(c) Fruits and vegetables shall be stored in cool rooms.
(d) Recommended temperatures for perishable food storage are:
1. Frozen foods; not more than 10_F (2_C)
2. Meat and fish: 32-38_F (0-3_C)
3. Milk and milk products: 40-45_F (5-7_C)
4. Fruits and vegetables: 44-50_F (7-10_C)
(e) All refrigerating compartments and refrigerators must be kept clean, in good repair and free from odours. They shall be provided with thermometers with scale divisions not larger than 2_F (1_C). Sufficient shelving shall be provided to prevent stocking and to permit adequate ventilation and cleaning.
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