Section 144-206-8-A - Garbage and Trash1 All garbage and trash shall be collected and stored in covered containers in such a manner as not to create a nuisance. Garbage and trash storage containers shall be kept clean, safe and properly maintained. (Critical Violation)2 There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. The premises shall be kept neat and clean. Rubbish, litter and other items not used in the operation of the establishment shall not be permitted to accumulate on the premises, except when deemed impractical by the Department.3 Facilities shall be provided for the washing and storage of garbage and trash containers, mops, mop buckets, mop wringers, and any other equipment used in the cleaning of the lodging establishment. Cleaning facilities shall include combination faucet, hot and cold water under pressure, hose bib with a backflow prevention device and curbed impervious pad sloped to drain or other equivalent facilities or methods, except when deemed impractical by the Department.4 Garbage containers outside the establishment shall be stored either on an easily cleaned concrete slab, dense sealed bituminous surface, or a rack which is at least 12 inches above the ground.10- 144 C.M.R. ch. 206, § 8-A