Virginia Administrative Code
Title 2 - AGRICULTURE
Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES
Chapter 585 - RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT REGULATIONS
Part IV - Equipment, Utensils, and Linens
Article 6 - Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils
Section 2VAC5-585-1840 - Wet cleaning
Universal Citation: 2 VA Admin Code 2VAC5-585-1840
Current through Register Vol. 41, No. 3, September 23, 2024
A. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be effectively washed to remove or completely loosen soils by using the manual or mechanical means necessary such as the application of detergents containing wetting agents and emulsifiers; acid, alkaline, or abrasive cleaners; hot water; brushes; scouring pads; high-pressure sprays; or ultrasonic devices.
B. The washing procedures selected shall be based on the type and purpose of the equipment or utensil, and on the type of soil to be removed.
Statutory Authority
§ 3.2-5121 of the Code of Virginia.
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