# COMAR 10.15.03.07: COMAR 10.15.03.07. Food Protection During Outdoor Preparation and Service

> Maryland · Regulations · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_10_15_03_07

## Section

- **Citation:** COMAR 10.15.03.07
- **Heading:** COMAR 10.15.03.07. Food Protection During Outdoor Preparation and Service
- **Jurisdiction:** Maryland
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Code of Maryland Regulations / Title 10 MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH / Subtitle 15 FOOD / Chapter 03 Food Service Facilities / COMAR 10.15.03.07

## Text

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.

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