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Virginia Administrative Code (Last Updated: January 10, 2017) |
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Title 12. Health |
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Agency 5. Department of Health |
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Chapter 431. Sanitary Regulations for Hotels |
Section 370. Solid waste
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A. A minimum of one watertight, nonabsorbent and easily washable waste receptacle shall be provided in each lodging unit. Such receptacle shall be kept clean and in good repair.
B. Solid waste shall be collected daily from rooms and areas used by guests.
C. Solid waste shall be disposed of in accordance with all applicable local ordinances and state laws and regulations.
D. Solid waste shall be stored in either individual garbage containers, bins, or storage vehicles.
E. All such bulk storage containers or vehicles shall:
1. Have tight fitting lids or covers;
2. Be durable, rust resistant, water tight, rodent proof, readily washable, and kept in good repair.
F. Solid waste shall be removed from the hotel's premises at regular intervals. Collection frequency shall be such so as not to create:
1. Vector production and sustenance;
2. Objectionable odors; or
3. Any overflowing of solid waste or other unsanitary condition.
G. Solid Waste shall be transported in accordance with all applicable local ordinances and state law and regulation.
Historical Notes
Derived from Volume 18, Issue 10, eff. March 1, 2002.