Source: https://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=16-450&full=true
Timestamp: 2019-04-24 18:48:31+00:00

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16-450-012 Identification of controlled atmosphere fruits and vegetables.
16-450-014 Requirements for controlled atmosphere fruit and vegetables entering commercial trade.
16-450-020 Controlled atmosphere licensing requirements.
16-450-028 Controlled atmosphere facility operator requirements.
16-450-042 Controlled atmosphere requirements for Bartlett pears.
16-450-044 Controlled atmosphere requirements for winter pears.
16-450-060 Controlled atmosphere requirements for apples.
16-450-016 What is controlled atmosphere storage? [Statutory Authority: Chapters 15.17 and 34.05 RCW. WSR 04-05-117, § 16-450-016, filed 2/18/04, effective 3/20/04.] Repealed by WSR 15-10-091, filed 5/6/15, effective 6/6/15. Statutory Authority: RCW 15.30.050 and chapter 34.05 RCW.
16-450-022 How can I obtain a license to operate or lease a controlled atmosphere storage facility in Washington state? [Statutory Authority: Chapters 15.17 and 34.05 RCW. WSR 04-05-117, § 16-450-022, filed 2/18/04, effective 3/20/04.] Repealed by WSR 15-10-091, filed 5/6/15, effective 6/6/15. Statutory Authority: RCW 15.30.050 and chapter 34.05 RCW.
16-450-024 When must I apply for a license to operate or lease a controlled atmosphere storage facility in Washington state? [Statutory Authority: Chapters 15.17 and 34.05 RCW. WSR 04-05-117, § 16-450-024, filed 2/18/04, effective 3/20/04.] Repealed by WSR 15-10-091, filed 5/6/15, effective 6/6/15. Statutory Authority: RCW 15.30.050 and chapter 34.05 RCW.
16-450-026 Can I renew my license after August 31? [Statutory Authority: Chapters 15.17 and 34.05 RCW. WSR 04-05-117, § 16-450-026, filed 2/18/04, effective 3/20/04.] Repealed by WSR 15-10-091, filed 5/6/15, effective 6/6/15. Statutory Authority: RCW 15.30.050 and chapter 34.05 RCW.
16-450-032 Violations of this chapter and/or chapter 15.30 RCW. [Statutory Authority: Chapters 15.17 and 34.05 RCW. WSR 04-05-117, § 16-450-032, filed 2/18/04, effective 3/20/04.] Repealed by WSR 15-10-091, filed 5/6/15, effective 6/6/15. Statutory Authority: RCW 15.30.050 and chapter 34.05 RCW.
16-450-040 What requirements apply to controlled atmosphere storage facilities? [Statutory Authority: Chapters 15.17 and 34.05 RCW. WSR 04-05-117, § 16-450-040, filed 2/18/04, effective 3/20/04.] Repealed by WSR 15-10-091, filed 5/6/15, effective 6/6/15. Statutory Authority: RCW 15.30.050 and chapter 34.05 RCW.
16-450-046 When must controlled atmosphere fruits and vegetables be identified for certification? [Statutory Authority: Chapters 15.17 and 34.05 RCW. WSR 04-05-117, § 16-450-046, filed 2/18/04, effective 3/20/04.] Repealed by WSR 15-10-091, filed 5/6/15, effective 6/6/15. Statutory Authority: RCW 15.30.050 and chapter 34.05 RCW.
16-450-048 What inspection, certification and marking requirements apply to controlled atmosphere fruits and vegetables? [Statutory Authority: Chapters 15.17 and 34.05 RCW. WSR 04-05-117, § 16-450-048, filed 2/18/04, effective 3/20/04.] Repealed by WSR 15-10-091, filed 5/6/15, effective 6/6/15. Statutory Authority: RCW 15.30.050 and chapter 34.05 RCW.
16-450-050 When is a reinspection of controlled atmosphere fruit and vegetables required? [Statutory Authority: Chapters 15.17 and 34.05 RCW. WSR 04-05-117, § 16-450-050, filed 2/18/04, effective 3/20/04.] Repealed by WSR 15-10-091, filed 5/6/15, effective 6/6/15. Statutory Authority: RCW 15.30.050 and chapter 34.05 RCW.
16-450-070 What if my fruit does not comply with the requirements of this chapter? [Statutory Authority: Chapters 15.17 and 34.05 RCW. WSR 04-05-117, § 16-450-070, filed 2/18/04, effective 3/20/04.] Repealed by WSR 15-10-091, filed 5/6/15, effective 6/6/15. Statutory Authority: RCW 15.30.050 and chapter 34.05 RCW.
"CA number" means the controlled atmosphere license number assigned to a facility by the director.
"Controlled atmosphere storage" means any storage warehouse consisting of one or more rooms, or one or more rooms in any one facility in which atmospheric gases are controlled in their amount and in degrees of temperature for the purpose of controlling the condition and maturity of any fresh fruits or vegetables in order that, upon removal, they may be designated as having been exposed to controlled atmosphere.
"Operator" means a person who runs, monitors, and records information for a WSDA licensed controlled atmosphere facility.
"Person" means an individual, firm, partnership, corporation, or association.
"Room" means any distinct separate storage area within a controlled atmosphere facility.
Fruits and vegetables may be designated controlled atmosphere when they have been stored in a licensed CA storage and have met all the provisions of this chapter. In conjunction with certification by the director that all requirements have been met, all containers or subcontainers will be marked with the letters CA or similar designation, as well as a state lot identification number.
Identification of controlled atmosphere fruits and vegetables.
(1) The designation "CA" or words "controlled atmosphere" can only be used on containers or subcontainers of fruits or vegetables that comply with the requirements of this chapter.
(2) All containers or subcontainers intended for controlled atmosphere storage must be marked with either "WSDA" and "year of production" or a department supplied stamp.
Requirements for controlled atmosphere fruit and vegetables entering commercial trade.
(1) Controlled atmosphere (CA) fruits or vegetables must enter commercial trade channels within two weeks following CA certification.
(2) If CA fruits and vegetables are not shipped within two weeks after initial certification, they must obtain a new CA certification to qualify for an additional two-week shipping period.
(3) If identification of a previously certified lot can be maintained, a new state lot identification number is not required.
(1) Any person operating a controlled atmosphere storage must obtain a license from the department.
(2) To apply for an annual controlled atmosphere operator license, AGR form 6074 must be completed and submitted to the department.
(3) The application must be accompanied by a fee of five dollars per controlled atmosphere storage room, with a minimum fee of twenty-five dollars for five rooms or less.
(4) The initial license application must be completed before September 1st of any given year. Once issued, the license is valid for one year and must be renewed each year on or before August 31st.
(5) A license can be renewed after August 31st but such a renewal is considered "late." Late renewals are regulated by RCW 15.30.070, which requires payment for the original license fee plus a late renewal penalty of two dollars and fifty cents.
Controlled atmosphere facility operator requirements.
(d) Quantity of loose or packed fruit or vegetables in the room identified by variety.
(c) The time and date readings were recorded for both the air components and temperatures.
(3) The director has the authority to audit and report the results of the controlled atmosphere records.
(4) For auditing purposes, all licensed operators must notify WSDA before they open a controlled atmosphere storage room and before any controlled atmosphere storage fruit or vegetable is packed.
(1) The oxygen content of each storage room must be reduced to five percent within twenty calendar days after the room is sealed.

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