Facilities on the premises, operation and maintenance—Covering receptacles (FDA Food Code 5-501.113).

Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be kept covered:

(1) Inside the food establishment if the receptacles and units:

(a) Contain food residue and are not in continuous use; or

(b) After they are filled; and

(2) With tight fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food establishment.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.20.050 and 43.20.145. WSR 21-01-122, § 246-215-05565, filed 12/15/20, effective 3/1/22; WSR 13-03-109, § 246-215-05565, filed 1/17/13, effective 5/1/13.]

PDFWAC 246-215-05565

Facilities on the premises, operation and maintenance—Covering receptacles (FDA Food Code 5-501.113).