(1) All garbage and rubbish containing food waste shall be kept in containers constructed of durable metal or other approved types of materials which do not leak and do not absorb liquids. All containers shall be provided with tight-fitting lids or covers or shall be kept in a special vermin proofed room or enclosure, except bone, fat and meat trim may be kept in clean covered boxes under refrigeration until pickup, provided that it is removed at least twice weekly and does not cause obnoxious odors or interfere with the market operation.

(2) After being emptied, each container shall be thoroughly cleaned on the inside and outside in a manner so as not to contaminate equipment, utensils or food preparation areas. Brushes shall be provided for washing garbage containers and shall be used for no other purpose. Can washing machines, steam cleaning devices, or similar equipment shall be used where the operation is large enough to warrant this type of equipment. Waste waters from such cleaning operations shall be disposed of as sewage. Plastic garbage can liners are highly recommended.

(3) There will be a sufficient number of containers to hold all of the garbage and rubbish containing food waste which accumulates between periods of removal from the premises.

(4) Garbage and rubbish containing food waste shall be stored so as to be inaccessible to vermin. All other rubbish shall be stored in a manner approved by the health authority.

(5) Storage facilities shall be adequate for the proper storage of all garbage and rubbish. Storage areas shall be clean and shall not constitute a nuisance.

(6) Storage rooms or enclosures shall be constructed of easily cleanable, washable materials and shall be vermin proofed. The floors and the walls up to at least the level reached by splash or spray shall be of relatively non-absorbent materials. Garbage containers outside the establishment shall be stored either on a hard, smooth surface or on a rack which is at least 12 inches above the ground for a single bank of containers, or 18 inches above the ground for a multiple bank of containers.

(7) Food waste grinders shall be so constructed and installed as to comply with applicable state and local plumbing laws, ordinances, and regulations.

(8) All unrefrigerated garbage and rubbish shall be disposed of daily or at such other frequencies as may be approved by the health authority, and in such manner as to prevent a nuisance.

(9) Where material other than garbage is burned on the premises, an approved incinerator as required under ARM 17.8.316 shall be provided and shall be operated in such a manner as to comply with local regulations and so that it does not create a nuisance. Garbage shall not be burned. Areas around such incinerators shall be kept in a clean and orderly condition.