Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 45, November 8, 2024
Section 78513 - Solid Waste(a) Storage and disposal of solid waste shall meet the following requirements: (1) Solid waste shall be stored, located and disposed of in a manner that will not permit the transmission of communicable disease or odors, create a nuisance, provide a breeding place or food source for insects, rodents or vermin.(2) Syringes and needles, before being discarded into waste containers, shall be rendered unusable.(b) Each waste container, except movable bins, used for storage of solid waste shall have tight-fitting covers in good repair and external handles, and shall be leakproof and rodent-proof.(c) Movable bins when used for storing or transporting solid waste from the premises shall have tight-fitting covers in good repair and be rodent-proof unless stored in a room or screened enclosure.(d) Solid waste containers, including movable bins, receiving putrescible waste shall be emptied at least once per week or more often if necessary. Such containers shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.(e) Each movable bin shall provide for suitable access and a drainage device to allow complete cleaning at the storage area.Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 22, § 78513