02.K Waste Disposal.
02.K.01
An adequate number of waste receptacles must be provided in a food service area and used for the disposal of waste food.
Receptacles must be constructed of smooth, corrosion-resistant, easily cleanable, or disposable materials, provided with solid tight-fitting covers, emptied at least daily and maintained in a sanitary condition.
02.K.02
Receptacles used for putrescible solid or liquid waste or refuse must be constructed in order to prevent leakage and to allow thorough cleaning and sanitary maintenance. Such receptacles must be equipped with solid tight-fitting covers, unless they can be maintained in sanitary conditions without covers.
02.K.03
All sweepings, solid or liquid wastes, refuse, and garbage must be removed in a manner which avoids creating a menace to health and should be discarded as often as necessary or appropriate to maintain sanitary conditions in the place of employment.
02.L Vermin Control.
02.L.01
Every enclosed workplace must be constructed, equipped, and maintained, as practicable as possible, in order to prevent the entrance or harborage of rodents, insects, or other vermin.
02.L.02
A continuing and effective extermination program must be instituted when the presence of vermin is detected. The use of licensed exterminators/pest control personnel is required.
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