Code of Maine Rules
01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY
001 - MAINE MILK COMMISSION
Chapter 344 - FOOD STORAGE WAREHOUSES
Section 001-344-8 - Waste Disposal

Universal Citation: 01 ME Code Rules ยง 001-344-8

Current through 2024-13, March 27, 2024

A. All liquid waste resulting from cleaning floors, equipment, flushing toilets, handwashing facilities, refrigeration equipment and air conditioners shall be disposed of in a sanitary manner.

B. Containers shall be provided for trash or rubbish.

C. The warehouse shall be free of unnecessary litter and rubbish, such as paper, empty containers, or other material that might serve as a place for harborage of rodents or other vermin.

D. All garbage and waste shall be stored in covered containers. Reusable containers shall be nonabsorbent, easily washable receptacles which are covered with close-fitting lids pending removal. Disposable containers and liners may be used. Removal of garbage and waste shall be frequent and the holding area shall be kept clean.

E. All garbage and rubbish shall be disposed of at regular intervals of sufficient frequency and in such manner as to prevent the creation of unsanitary conditions.

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