Nevada Administrative Code
Chapter 446 - Food Establishments
PROTECTION, PREPARATION AND SERVICE OF FOOD
Section 446.142 - Raw fruits and vegetables: Washing

Universal Citation: NV Admin Code 446.142

Current through September 16, 2024

1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 2, and except for whole, raw fruits and vegetables that are intended for washing by the consumer before consumption, raw fruits and vegetables must be thoroughly washed in water to remove soil and other contaminants before being cut, combined with other ingredients, cooked, served or offered for human consumption in ready-to-eat form.

2. Fruits and vegetables may be washed by using chemicals:

(a) Which are generally recognized as safe for the washing of food; or

(b) As approved by the health authority.

Added to NAC by Bd. of Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013

NRS 439.200, 446.940

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