Section 410IAC7-24-395. Cleaning receptacles

   (a) Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be thoroughly cleaned in a way that does not contaminate:

(1) food;

(2) equipment;

(3) utensils;

(4) linens; or

(5) single-service and single-use articles;

and wastewater shall be disposed of in a manner that does not create a public health hazard or nuisance.

  (b) Soiled receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent them from:

(1) developing a build-up of soil; or

(2) becoming attractants for insects and rodents.

  (c) For purposes of this section, a violation of subsection (a) or (b) is a noncritical item. (Indiana State Department of Health; 410 IAC 7-24-395; filed Oct 13, 2004, 12:30 p.m.: 28 IR 895; readopted filed Jul 15, 2010, 12:12 p.m.: 20100728-IR-410100261RFA; readopted filed Nov 10, 2016, 8:45 a.m.: 20161207-IR-410160371RFA)