Can a cedar wood plank be used as a cooking surface?

• The plank must be a single-use item and be discarded after use. • The plank must be clean, smooth, and free of any splinters or loose debris. • Documentation must be available to show that the wood was not treated with any type of chemical substance. (2/13/04) (Revised 3/26/07) Is there no longer a water temperature requirement for lobster tanks? §229.165(f)(10) There is no water temperature requirement for lobster tanks listed in the TFER. The USDA does recommend a water temperature for live lobster of 41 to 50 degrees F. (3/27/07) Can a tub be used for the third compartment of a warewashing sink if the firm is using single service tableware? §229.165(g)(2)(C)(vi) The regulatory authority may approve the use of alternative warewashing equipment when there are special cleaning needs or constraints. Approval is not contingent upon using single service tableware. Important considerations include the volume of utensils to be washed, size of the equipment/utensils to be washed, ...  more