Virginia Administrative Code
Title 2 - AGRICULTURE
Agency 5 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES
Chapter 585 - RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT REGULATIONS
Part V - Water, Plumbing, and Waste
Article 2 - Plumbing System
Section 2VAC5-585-2190 - Handwashing sink, water temperature, and flow
Universal Citation: 2 VA Admin Code 2VAC5-585-2190
Current through Register Vol. 41, No. 3, September 23, 2024
A. A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 100°F (38°C) through a mixing valve or combination faucet.Pf
B. A steam mixing valve may not be used at a handwashing sink.
C. A self-closing, slow-closing, or metering faucet shall provide a flow of water for at least 15 seconds without the need to reactivate the faucet.
D. An automatic handwashing facility shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
Statutory Authority: § 3.2-5121 of the Code of Virginia.
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