NAC446.455. Containers for garbage.

     1. Garbage and refuse, including refuse to be recycled or returned, must be kept in containers which are durable, easy to clean, protected against insects and rodents and do not leak or absorb liquids. Plastic bags and paper bags which are strong when wet may be used to line these containers. These bags may also be used for storage inside the food establishment.

     2. Containers in areas used for preparing food and washing utensils must be kept covered after they are filled.

     3. Containers stored outside the establishment, dumpsters and compactors must be easy to clean and have lids, doors or covers that fit tightly. These containers must be kept covered when not in use.

     4. Containers designed with drains must have their plugs in place at all times except during cleaning.

     5. There must be a sufficient number of conveniently located containers to hold all of the garbage and refuse, including refuse to be recycled or returned, that accumulate.

     6. Soiled containers must be cleaned at a frequency to prevent attracting insects and rodents. Each container must be thoroughly cleaned on the inside and outside in a way that does not contaminate food, equipment, utensils or areas used for preparing food. If the operator of a food establishment cleans garbage containers at the establishment, hot water and detergent or steam must be provided and used for cleaning the containers.

     7. Liquid wastes from compacting or cleaning operations must be drained to the sewer through a drain that has been approved by the health authority. The health authority or public works department of the appropriate local government may require that any waste draining from the cleaning operation flow through an interceptor for grease.

     [Bd. of Health, Food Establishments Reg. Art. 10 §§ 10.1-10.5, eff. 9-17-82]—(NAC A 9-16-92; 5-23-96)