Section 2620. Receptacles  


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  • A. Except as specified in subsection B of this section, receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables and for use with materials containing food residue shall be durable, cleanable, insect- and rodent-resistant, leakproof, and nonabsorbent.

    B. Plastic bags and wet strength paper bags may be used to line receptacles for storage inside the food establishment, or within closed outside receptacles.

Historical Notes

Derived from Volume 24, Issue 02, eff. October 16, 2007.

Statutory Authority

§ 3.2-5121 of the Code of Virginia.