Regulation .19 Garbage and Rubbish Disposal.
Regulation .19 Garbage and Rubbish Disposal.LinkCopy Citation
The person-in-charge shall ensure that:
A.
Garbage is stored in the following ways as applicable to the facility:
(1)
In containers that:
(a)
Are sufficient in number to hold all of the garbage that accumulates between periods of removal from the premises;
(b)
Do not leak or absorb liquids;
(c)
Are constructed of durable metal or another approved type of material; and
(d)
Are provided with tight-fitting lids or covers unless kept in a:
(i)
Vermin-proofed room or enclosure; or
(ii)
Waste refrigerator;
(2)
In storage areas that:
(a)
Are clean; and
(b)
Do not constitute a nuisance;
(3)
In storage rooms or enclosures that:
(a)
Are constructed of easily cleanable, grease resistant, washable materials; and
(b)
Are vermin-proofed;
(4)
In garbage containers outside the establishment that are located on a grease resistant, durable surface; and
(5)
For damaged, adulterated, or recalled products, in designated areas separate from:
(a)
Food;
(b)
Equipment;
(c)
Utensils;
(d)
Linens; and
(e)
Single service and single use articles that are held for credit, redemption, or return to the distributor;
B.
Garbage containers are cleaned as necessary to prevent a buildup of soil:
(1)
In a manner that does not contaminate food, equipment, utensils, or food preparation areas;
(2)
With:
(a)
Brushes for washing that may not be used for any other purpose;
(b)
Can-washing machines;
(c)
Steam-cleaning devices; or
(d)
Similar equipment; and
(3)
In an area that enables waste water from cleaning operations to be disposed of as sewage;
C.
Food waste grinders are:
(1)
Constructed and installed to comply with applicable State and local plumbing laws, ordinances, and regulations; and
(2)
Not connected to a sink drain that is used for food or utensils;
D.
All garbage and rubbish is disposed of:
(1)
Daily, or as often as necessary, to prevent a nuisance or insanitary condition; and
(2)
By a method that complies with applicable State and local laws, regulations, and ordinances; and
E.
Used cooking grease and oils are stored, recycled, and disposed of in accordance with applicable State and local laws, regulations, and ordinances.