# Wis. Admin. Code DHS § 31.22: Food service

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WI_ADC_DHS_31_22

## Section

- **Citation:** Wis. Admin. Code DHS § 31.22
- **Heading:** Food service
- **Jurisdiction:** Wisconsin
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Wisconsin Administrative Code / DHS / Chapter DHS 31 / § DHS 31.22

## Text

Food service.
(1) General requirements.
(a) Food supply. A CCF shall maintain a food supply that is adequate to meet the needs of clients. Individual patient nutritional needs must be met in accordance with recognized dietary practices.
(b) Equipment. A CCF shall store equipment and utensils in a clean manner and shall maintain all utensils and equipment in good repair.
(2) Sanitation and safety.
(a) Infection control.
1. Each employee who prepares or serves food shall be free from open, infected wounds and from communicable disease and shall maintain clean and safe work habits.
2. A CCF shall provide hand-washing facilities in the kitchen for use by food handlers. Use of a common towel is prohibited.
(b) Food safety. Whether food is prepared at a CCF or off-site, a CCF shall store, prepare, distribute, and serve food under sanitary and safe conditions for the prevention of food borne illnesses, including food prepared off-site. Refrigerators and freezers shall be maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.
(c) Dishwashing.
1. Whether washed by hand or mechanical means, all equipment and utensils shall be cleaned using separate steps for pre-washing, washing, rinsing, and sanitizing.
2. Kitchens shall have a commercial dishwasher for washing and sanitizing equipment and utensils in accordance with standard practices described in the Wisconsin food code.
3. A CCF shall have a 3-compartment sink for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing utensils, with drain boards at each end. Washing, rinsing, and sanitizing procedures shall be in accordance with standard practices described in the Wisconsin food code. In addition, a single compartment sink or overhead spray wash located adjacent to the soiled drain board is required for pre-washing.
(d) Reporting. A CCF is required under s. DHS 145.04 to report suspected incidents of food borne disease to the local public health officer.

## Nearby sections

- [Wis. Admin. Code DHS § 31.01 Authority and purpose](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WI_ADC_DHS_31_01.md)
- [Wis. Admin. Code DHS § 31.02 Applicability](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WI_ADC_DHS_31_02.md)
- [Wis. Admin. Code DHS § 31.03 Definitions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WI_ADC_DHS_31_03.md)
- [Wis. Admin. Code DHS § 31.04 Certification](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WI_ADC_DHS_31_04.md)
- [Wis. Admin. Code DHS § 31.05 Variance and waiver](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WI_ADC_DHS_31_05.md)
- [Wis. Admin. Code DHS § 31.06 Department action](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WI_ADC_DHS_31_06.md)
- [Wis. Admin. Code DHS § 31.07 Required policies and procedures](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WI_ADC_DHS_31_07.md)
- [Wis. Admin. Code DHS § 31.08 Personnel](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WI_ADC_DHS_31_08.md)
- [Wis. Admin. Code DHS § 31.09 Staffing requirements](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WI_ADC_DHS_31_09.md)
- [Wis. Admin. Code DHS § 31.10 Personnel development](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WI_ADC_DHS_31_10.md)
- [Wis. Admin. Code DHS § 31.11 Admissions, transfers, discharges, and holds on admissions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WI_ADC_DHS_31_11.md)
- [Wis. Admin. Code DHS § 31.12 Services](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WI_ADC_DHS_31_12.md)
- [Wis. Admin. Code DHS § 31.13 Treatment documentation](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WI_ADC_DHS_31_13.md)
- [Wis. Admin. Code DHS § 31.14 Emergency safety interventions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WI_ADC_DHS_31_14.md)

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