Section 12255 - Use of Poisonous Insecticides and Rodenticides(a) Every practical precaution shall be taken to keep establishments free from flies, rats, mice and other vermin. If necessary, rodent-proof rooms shall be provided for materials which might become contaminated by these pests.(b) The use of insecticides, or rodenticides, toxic to humans, in areas where any food products, not adequately protected, is being stored or handled is prohibited.(c) Poisonous insecticides and rodenticides may be used under buildings, wharves, outbuildings, or similar places, or where adequately protected packaged products are stored; only, if adequate precautions are taken to eliminate the possibility of said poisons being accidentally spilled, or carried, by any means, to areas where these poisons are prohibited. These poisons are to be adequately protected from possible contact by children, or domestic animals, and are to be plainly and distinctly labeled for identification by adults.Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 17, § 12255
1. Editorial correction of section heading and new NOTE filed 7-3-84 (Register 84, No. 27). Note: Authority cited: Section 208, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section 28282(a), Health and Safety Code.
1. Editorial correction of section heading and new NOTE filed 7-3-84 (Register 84, No. 27).