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Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › REFUSE, RECYCLABLES AND RETURNABLES › Section 446.455 - Containers for garbage (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 10 §§ 10.1-10.5, eff. 9-17-82-NAC A 9-16-92;
				5-23-96; R069-10, 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › REFUSE, RECYCLABLES AND RETURNABLES › Section 446.456 - Capacity and availability of storage rooms and areas, enclosures and receptacles

Current through June 11, 2024
1. An inside
			 storage room and area, an outside storage area and enclosure and receptacles
			 must be of sufficient capacity to hold refuse, recyclables and returnables that
			 accumulate.
2. A receptacle must be
			 provided in each area of the food establishment or premises where refuse is
			 generated or commonly discarded, or where recyclables or returnables are
			 placed.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › REFUSE, RECYCLABLES AND RETURNABLES › Section 446.457 - Covered receptacle required in certain toilet rooms

Current through June 11, 2024
A toilet room used by females must be provided with a covered
				receptacle for sanitary napkins that is easily accessible from within the
				stall.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › REFUSE, RECYCLABLES AND RETURNABLES › Section 446.458 - Cleaning implements and supplies

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Except as
			 otherwise provided in subsection 2, suitable cleaning implements and supplies,
			 including, without limitation, high-pressure pumps, hot water, steam and
			 detergent, must be provided as necessary for the effective cleaning of
			 receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables and
			 returnables.
2. If approved,
			 off-premises based cleaning services may be used if on-premises cleaning
			 implements and supplies are not provided on the premises.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › REFUSE, RECYCLABLES AND RETURNABLES › Section 446.459 - Location of storage areas, redeeming machines, receptacles and waste handling units

Current through June 11, 2024
1. An area
			 designated for refuse, recyclables and returnables and, except as otherwise
			 provided in subsection 2, a redeeming machine for recyclables or returnables,
			 must be located so that:
(a) It is separate
			 from food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use
			 articles; and
(b) A public health
			 hazard or nuisance is not created.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › REFUSE, RECYCLABLES AND RETURNABLES › Section 446.460 - Storage of garbage and refuse (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 10 §§ 10.6-10.8, eff. 9-17-82-NAC A 9-16-92;
				5-23-96; R069-10, 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › REFUSE, RECYCLABLES AND RETURNABLES › Section 446.461 - Prohibitions on outside storage

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Except as
			 otherwise provided in subsection 2, refuse receptacles not meeting the
			 requirements specified in this chapter, including, without limitation,
			 receptacles that are not rodent-resistant, unprotected plastic bags and paper
			 bags, or baled units that contain materials with food residue, must not be
			 stored outside.
2. Cardboard or
			 other packaging material that does not contain food residue and that is
			 awaiting regularly scheduled delivery to a recycling or disposal site may be
			 stored outside without being in a covered receptacle if it is stored so that it
			 does not create a rodent harborage problem.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › REFUSE, RECYCLABLES AND RETURNABLES › Section 446.462 - Receptacles and waste handling units: Required covers

Current through June 11, 2024
Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables
				and returnables must be kept covered:
1. Inside the food establishment if the
			 receptacles and units:
(a) Contain food
			 residue and are not in continuous use; or
(b) After they are filled; and
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › REFUSE, RECYCLABLES AND RETURNABLES › Section 446.463 - Receptacles and waste handling units: Drain plugs

Current through June 11, 2024
Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse,
				recyclables and returnables must have drain plugs in place.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › REFUSE, RECYCLABLES AND RETURNABLES › Section 446.464 - Receptacles and waste handling units: Cleaning

Current through June 11, 2024
1.
			 Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables and returnables
			 must be thoroughly cleaned in a way that does not contaminate food, equipment,
			 utensils, linens, or single-service and single-use articles, and wastewater
			 must be disposed of as specified under this chapter.
2. Soiled receptacles and waste handling
			 units for refuse, recyclables and returnables must be cleaned at a frequency
			 necessary to prevent them from developing a buildup of soil or becoming
			 attractants for insects and rodents.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › REFUSE, RECYCLABLES AND RETURNABLES › Section 446.466 - Maintenance of storage areas and enclosures

Current through June 11, 2024
A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables or
				returnables must be maintained free of unnecessary items.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › REFUSE, RECYCLABLES AND RETURNABLES › Section 446.467 - Frequency for removal

Current through June 11, 2024
Refuse, recyclables and returnables must be removed from the
				premises at a frequency not to exceed 7 days to minimize the development of
				objectionable odors and other conditions that attract or harbor insects and
				rodents.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › REFUSE, RECYCLABLES AND RETURNABLES › Section 446.470 - Time for disposal of garbage and refuse (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 10 §§ 10.9 & 10.10, eff. 9-17-82-NAC A
				5-23-96; R069-10, 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › REFUSE, RECYCLABLES AND RETURNABLES › Section 446.475 - Establishment required to be kept free of litter (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 16 § 16.2 subsec. 16.2.1, eff. 9-17-82-NAC A
				5-23-96; R069-10, 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › CONTROL OF INSECTS AND RODENTS › Section 446.480 - Use of measures to minimize or eliminate presence of insects and rodents required (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 11 § 11.1, eff. 9-17-82-NAC A 5-23-96; R069-10,
				12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › CONTROL OF INSECTS AND RODENTS › Section 446.485 - Protection of openings to outside (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 11 § 11.2, eff. 9-17-82-NAC A 5-23-96; R069-10,
				12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › CONTROL OF INSECTS AND RODENTS › Section 446.488 - Devices to electrocute flying insects

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Devices designed
			 to electrocute flying insects are acceptable for use at a food establishment if
			 they are positioned so that dead insects are prevented from falling on exposed
			 food, food contact surfaces, or clean equipment and utensils. The trays holding
			 dead insects must be emptied at least weekly.
2. For the purposes of subsection 1, a device
			 is properly positioned if the requirements of this subsection are met. Only
			 devices mounted on a wall may be used. Ceiling units are not acceptable in
			 areas where food, food contact surfaces, equipment or utensils are exposed.
			 Devices must be installed:
(a) So that the
			 center of the device is not more than 3 feet (91 centimeters) above the
			 floor.
(b) Not closer than 5 feet
			 (151 centimeters) from exposed food.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › CONTROL OF INSECTS AND RODENTS › Section 446.490 - Use of pesticides, rodenticides and insecticides (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 11 § 11.3, eff. 9-17-82-NAC A 10-14-88; 9-16-92;
				R069-10, 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › FACILITIES AND OPERATIONS › Section 446.495 - Coverings for floors (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 12 § 12.1 subsecs. 12.1.1-12.1.3, eff.
				9-17-82-NAC A 9-16-92; 5-23-96; R069-10,
				12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.841,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › FACILITIES AND OPERATIONS › Section 446.500 - Height of ceilings (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 14 § 14.4, eff. 9-17-82; R069-10,
				12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › FACILITIES AND OPERATIONS › Section 446.505 - Floors flushed with water for cleaning (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 12 § 12.1 subsec. 12.1.4, eff. 9-17-82; R069-10,
				12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › FACILITIES AND OPERATIONS › Section 446.510 - Mats and duckboards (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 12 § 12.1 subsec. 12.1.5, eff. 9-17-82-NAC A
				5-23-96; R069-10, 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › FACILITIES AND OPERATIONS › Section 446.515 - Junctures between walls and floors (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 12 § 12.1 subsec. 12.1.6, eff. 9-17-82-NAC A
				10-14-88; R069-10, 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › FACILITIES AND OPERATIONS › Section 446.520 - Utility lines and pipes (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 12 § 12.1 subsec. 12.1.7; Art. 12 § 12.2
				subsec. 12.2.4, eff. 9-17-82-NAC A 9-16-92; R069-10,
				12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › FACILITIES AND OPERATIONS › Section 446.525 - Closures required to be in good repair (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 12 § 12.2 subsec. 12.2.1, eff. 9-17-82; R069-10,
				12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › FACILITIES AND OPERATIONS › Section 446.530 - Walls and ceilings (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 12 § 12.2 subsec. 12.2.2, eff. 9-17-82-NAC A
				10-14-88; 9-16-92; 5-23-96; R069-10, 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › FACILITIES AND OPERATIONS › Section 446.535 - Studs, joists and rafters (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 12 § 12.2 subsec. 12.2.3, eff. 9-17-82; R069-10,
				12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › FACILITIES AND OPERATIONS › Section 446.545 - Equipment attached to walls or ceilings (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 12 § 12.2 subsec. 12.2.5, eff. 9-17-82-NAC A
				5-23-96; R069-10, 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.551 - Indoor surfaces

Current through June 11, 2024
Materials for indoor floor, wall and ceiling surfaces under
				conditions of normal use must be:
1.
			 Smooth, durable and easily cleanable for areas where food establishment
			 operations are conducted;
2.
			 Closely woven and easily cleanable carpet for carpeted areas; and
3. Nonabsorbent for areas subject to
			 moisture, including, without limitation, food preparation areas, walk-in
			 refrigerators, warewashing areas, toilet rooms, mobile unit servicing areas and
			 areas subject to flushing or spray cleaning methods.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.553 - Outdoor surfaces

Current through June 11, 2024
1. The outdoor
			 walking and driving areas of a food establishment or food processing
			 establishment must be surfaced with concrete, asphalt or gravel, or other
			 materials that have been effectively treated to minimize dust, facilitate
			 maintenance and prevent muddy conditions.
2. Exterior ground surfaces of buildings and
			 mobile units must be of weather-resistant materials.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.555 - Cleaning of floors and walls (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 12 § 12.3 subsecs. 12.3.1 & 12.3.2, eff.
				9-17-82; R069-10, 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.557 - Floors, walls and ceilings: Design, construction and installation

Current through June 11, 2024
Except as specified under this chapter and except for antislip
				floor coverings or applications that may be used for safety reasons, floors,
				floor coverings, walls, wall coverings and ceilings must be designed,
				constructed and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.560 - Artificial sources of light (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 13 §§ 13.1 & 13.2, eff. 9-17-82-NAC A
				10-14-88; R069-10, 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.561 - Exposed utility service lines and pipes

Current through June 11, 2024
1.
			 Exposed utility service lines and pipes must be installed so they do not
			 obstruct or prevent the cleaning of floors, walls or ceilings.
2. Exposed horizontal utility service lines
			 and pipes may not be installed on the floor.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.562 - Floor and wall junctures

Current through June 11, 2024
1. In a food
			 establishment in which cleaning methods other than water flushing are used for
			 cleaning floors, the floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no
			 larger than 1/32 inch (1 mm).
2.
			 The floors in a food establishment in which water flush cleaning methods are
			 used must be provided with drains and be graded to drain, and the floor and
			 wall junctures must be coved and sealed.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.563 - Floor coverings

Current through June 11, 2024
1. A floor covering
			 such as carpeting or similar material must not be installed as a floor covering
			 in food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, warewashing areas, toilet
			 room areas where handwashing sinks, toilets and urinals are located, refuse
			 storage rooms or other areas where the floor is subject to moisture, flushing
			 or spray cleaning methods.
2. If
			 carpeting is installed as a floor covering in areas other than those specified
			 in subsection 1, it must be:
(a) Securely
			 attached to the floor with a durable mastic, by using a stretch and tack
			 method, or by another method approved by the health authority; and
(b) Installed tightly against the wall under
			 the coving or installed away from the wall with a space between the carpet and
			 the wall and with the edges of the carpet secured by metal stripping or other
			 means approved by the health authority.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.564 - Mats and duckboards

Current through June 11, 2024
Mats and duckboards must be designed to be removable and easily
				cleanable.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.565 - Shatterproof light bulbs or shields for lighting fixtures required (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 13 § 13.3, eff. 9-17-82-NAC A 5-23-96; R069-10,
				12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.566 - Walls and ceilings: Covering materials

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Wall and
			 ceiling covering materials must be attached so they are easily
			 cleanable.
2. Except in dry storage
			 areas, concrete, porous blocks or bricks used for indoor wall construction must
			 be finished and sealed to provide a smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable
			 surface.
3. In all new food
			 establishments, extensively remodeled food establishments or when required by
			 the health authority due to an operator's inability to properly maintain smooth
			 and easily cleanable surfaces, the splash zones on all walls must be
			 constructed of a water-resistant material such as fibre-reinforced plastic
			 (FRP).
4. As used in this section,
			 "dry storage area" means a room or area designated for the storage of packaged
			 or containerized bulk food that is not potentially hazardous and dry goods,
			 including, without limitation, single-service items.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.567 - Walls and ceilings: Attachments

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Attachments to
			 walls and ceilings, including, without limitation, light fixtures, mechanical
			 room ventilation system components, vent covers, wall-mounted fans, decorative
			 items and other attachments, must be easily cleanable.
2. In a consumer area, wall and ceiling
			 surfaces and decorative items and attachments that are provided for ambience
			 need not meet the requirement set forth in subsection 1 if such items and
			 attachments are kept clean.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.568 - Studs, joists and rafters

Current through June 11, 2024
Studs, joists and rafters may not be exposed in areas subject
				to moisture.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.569 - Shelves

Current through June 11, 2024
1. All shelves located in refrigerators and
			 freezers must be made of metal or plastic with surfaces which can be easily
			 cleaned and must be completely portable or, for a walk-in refrigerator or
			 freezer, have wheels attached. These shelves may not be covered with aluminum
			 foil, metal sheets or any other material that prevents the circulation of air
			 within a refrigerator or freezer.
2. Shelves located in areas for dry storage
			 may be made of wood which has been rendered nonabsorbent by a paint or sealant
			 that:
(a) Is of a light color;
(b) Can be cleaned repeatedly; and
(c) Has been approved by the health
			 authority.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.570 - Lamps used for heat (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 13 § 13.4, eff. 9-17-82; R069-10,
				12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.571 - Light bulbs: Required shielding

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Except as
			 otherwise provided in subsection 2, light bulbs must be shielded, coated or
			 otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food, clean
			 equipment, utensils or linens, or unwrapped single-service or single-use
			 articles.
2. Shielded, coated or
			 otherwise shatter-resistant bulbs need not be used in areas used only for
			 storing food in unopened packages if:
(a) The
			 integrity of the packages cannot be affected by broken glass falling onto them;
			 and
(b) The packages are capable of
			 being cleaned of debris from broken bulbs before the packages are
			 opened.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.572 - Heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems

Current through June 11, 2024
Heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems must be
				designed and installed so that make-up air intake and exhaust vents do not
				cause contamination of food, food-contact surfaces, equipment or
				utensils.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.573 - Outer openings

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Except as
			 otherwise provided in this section, the outer openings of a food establishment
			 must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by:
(a) Filling or closing holes and other gaps
			 along floors, walls and ceilings;
(b) Closed, tight-fitting windows;
			 and
(c) Solid, self-closing and
			 tight-fitting doors.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.574 - Perimeter walls and roofs

Current through June 11, 2024
The perimeter walls and roofs of a food establishment must
				effectively protect the establishment from the weather and from the entry of
				insects, rodents and other animals.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.575 - Ventilation (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 14 §§ 14.1-14.3, eff. 9-17-82-NAC A 5-23-96;
				R069-10, 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.576 - Private homes, residences and premises

Current through June 11, 2024
1. A food
			 establishment may not be located in a private home unless:
(a) The food establishment can meet all the
			 applicable provisions in this chapter;
(b) A dedicated exterior entrance has been
			 provided;
(c) The areas used for
			 conducting food-establishment operations are physically separated from the
			 living or sleeping quarters by walls or self-closing doors; and
(d) The areas used for food-establishment
			 operations are not used as thoroughfares.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.577 - Living and sleeping quarters

Current through June 11, 2024
Living or sleeping quarters located on the premises of a food
				establishment, including, without limitation, those provided for lodging
				registration clerks or resident managers, must be separated from rooms and
				areas used for food-establishment operations by complete partitioning and
				solid, self-closing doors.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.578 - Light intensity

Current through June 11, 2024
The light intensity must be:
1. At least 10 foot-candles (108 lux) at a
			 distance of 30 inches (75 cm) above the floor in walk-in refrigeration units
			 and dry-food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of
			 cleaning;
2. At least 20
			 foot-candles (215 lux):
(a) At a surface
			 where food is provided for consumer self-service, including, without
			 limitation, buffets and salad bars, or where fresh produce or packaged foods
			 are sold or offered for consumption;
(b) Inside equipment such as reach-in and
			 under-counter refrigerators; and
(c) At a distance of 30 inches (75 cm) above
			 the floor in areas used for handwashing, warewashing and equipment and utensil
			 storage, areas for garbage, refuse and recyclables and in toilet rooms;
			 and
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.579 - Mechanical ventilation

Current through June 11, 2024
Where necessary to keep rooms free of excessive heat, steam,
				condensation, vapors, obnoxious odors, smoke and fumes, mechanical ventilation
				of sufficient capacity must be provided.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.580 - Dressing and locker rooms

Current through June 11, 2024
1. If employees
			 routinely change clothes in the food establishment, rooms or areas must be
			 designated and used for that purpose. These designated rooms or areas may not
			 be used for the preparation, storage or service of food or for washing or
			 storing utensils.
2. Enough lockers
			 or other suitable facilities must be provided for the orderly storage of the
			 employees' clothing and other belongings. Lockers or other suitable facilities
			 may be located only in the designated dressing rooms or in rooms or areas used
			 to store only packaged articles designed for a single use.
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 15, eff. 9-17-82-NAC A 5-23-96; R069-10,
				12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.581 - Handwashing sinks

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Handwashing
			 sinks must be easily accessible and located within 25 feet (7.62 meters) of all
			 work stations and food preparation and warewashing areas.
2. All new food establishments and food
			 establishments which are extensively remodeled must also have handwashing sinks
			 located within the area used for the preparation of food.
3. Handwashing sinks must be located in or
			 immediately adjacent to rooms with toilets or vestibules.
4. Sinks used for preparing food or for
			 washing equipment or utensils may not be used for washing hands.
5. A supply of single-use towels or a device
			 providing heated air for drying hands must be conveniently located near each
			 handwashing sink. Hand blow dryers must not be used at handwashing sinks in
			 food preparation or warewashing areas.
6. Shared towels are prohibited. If
			 disposable towels are used, trash receptacles which can be easily cleaned must
			 be conveniently located near the handwashing sink.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.582 - Toilet rooms: Number and accessibility

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Toilet rooms
			 must be conveniently located and accessible to employees during all hours of
			 operation.
2. A minimum of one
			 employee restroom is required. Men's and women's restrooms are required and
			 must include at least one urinal in the men's restroom for facilities that
			 allow the on-site consumption of alcohol.
3. Restrooms must be conveniently located
			 within 200 feet (60.96 meters) of all food-related areas and be accessible to
			 employees and provide a written legal agreement if restrooms are shared with
			 other facilities.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.583 - Toilet rooms: Enclosure requirements

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Except as
			 otherwise provided in this section, rooms with toilets must be completely
			 enclosed and have solid doors which must fit tightly, close automatically and
			 remain closed except during cleaning or maintenance. Doors from rooms with
			 toilets must not open directly into any area used for the preparation of food
			 or for the washing or cleaning of equipment, utensils or tableware.
2. Rooms with toilets that are not located
			 immediately adjacent to dining room areas or not located in areas of food
			 preparation or washing of equipment, utensils or tableware are not required to
			 be completely enclosed with solid, tight-fitting doors that close
			 automatically.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.584 - Toilet rooms: Closure of doors

Current through June 11, 2024
Except during cleaning and maintenance operations, toilet room
				doors must be kept closed.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.585 - Poisonous or toxic materials (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 16 § 16.1 subsecs. 16.1.1-16.1.3 & 16.1.5,
				eff. 9-17-82-NAC A 10-14-88; 5-23-96; R069-10,
				12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.586 - Areas designated for employee use

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Areas
			 designated for employees to eat, drink and use tobacco must be located so that
			 food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are
			 protected from contamination.
2.
			 Lockers or other suitable facilities must be located in a designated room or
			 area where contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and
			 single-service and single-use articles cannot occur.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.587 - Storage of damaged, spoiled and recalled products

Current through June 11, 2024
Products that are held by the permit holder for credit,
				redemption or return to the distributor, including, without limitation,
				damaged, spoiled or recalled products, must be segregated and held in
				designated areas that are separated from food, equipment, utensils, linens, and
				single-service and single-use articles.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.588 - Physical facilities: Maintenance

Current through June 11, 2024
The physical facilities of a food establishment must be
				maintained in good repair.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.589 - Physical facilities: Cleaning frequency and restrictions

Current through June 11, 2024
1. The physical facilities of a food
			 establishment must be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them
			 clean.
2. Except for cleaning that
			 is necessary because of a spill or other accident, cleaning must be done during
			 periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after
			 closing.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.591 - Floors: Methods for cleaning

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Except as
			 otherwise provided in this section, only dustless methods of cleaning must be
			 used, including, without limitation, wet cleaning, vacuum cleaning, mopping
			 with treated dust mops or sweeping using a broom and dust-arresting
			 compounds.
2. Spills or drippage on
			 floors that occur between normal floor cleaning times may be cleaned:
(a) Without the use of dust-arresting
			 compounds; and
(b) In the case of
			 liquid spills or drippage, with the use of a small amount of absorbent compound
			 such as sawdust or diatomaceous earth applied immediately before spot
			 cleaning.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.592 - Ventilation systems: Cleaning and maintenance

Current through June 11, 2024
1.
			 Intake and exhaust air ducts must be cleaned and filters changed so they are
			 not a source of contamination by dust, dirt and other materials.
2. If vented to the outside, ventilation
			 systems must not create a public health hazard.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.593 - Prohibition on use of certain sinks and equipment for cleaning

Current through June 11, 2024
Food preparation sinks, handwashing sinks and warewashing
				equipment must not be used for the cleaning of maintenance tools, the
				preparation or holding of maintenance materials, or the disposal of mop water
				and similar liquid wastes.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.594 - Drying of mops after use

Current through June 11, 2024
After use, mops must be placed in a position that allows them
				to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment or supplies.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.595 - Medications; first-aid supplies (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 16 § 16.1 subsecs. 16.1.6 & 16.1.7, eff.
				9-17-82-NAC A 5-23-96; R069-10, 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.596 - Absorbent materials on floors: Limitations on use

Current through June 11, 2024
Except as otherwise specified in this chapter, wood shavings,
				granular salt, baked clay, diatomaceous earth or similar materials must not be
				used on floors.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.597 - Plumbing fixtures: Cleaning frequency

Current through June 11, 2024
Plumbing fixtures, including, without limitation, handwashing
				sinks, toilets and urinals must be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them
				clean and maintained.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.598 - Storage of maintenance tools; disposal of mop water

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Maintenance tools, including, without
			 limitation, brooms, mops, vacuum cleaners and similar items, must be:
(a) Stored so they do not contaminate food,
			 equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles;
			 and
(b) Stored in an orderly manner
			 that facilitates cleaning the area used for storing the maintenance
			 tools.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.599 - Premises to be kept free of unnecessary items and litter

Current through June 11, 2024
The premises must be free of:
1. Items that are unnecessary to the
			 operation or maintenance of the food establishment, including, without
			 limitation, equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used; and
2. Litter.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.600 - Articles stored on premises (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 16 § 16.2 subsec. 16.2.2, eff. 9-17-82-NAC A
				5-23-96; R069-10, 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.605 - Restriction of persons in areas for preparing food or washing utensils (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 16 § 16.2 subsec. 16.2.3, eff. 9-17-82-NAC A
				9-16-92; 5-23-96; R069-10, 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.601 - Animals on premises prohibited; exceptions

Current through June 11, 2024
1.
			 Except as otherwise provided in this section, live animals, including birds and
			 turtles, are not allowed on the premises of a food establishment or on adjacent
			 areas under the control of the permit holder for the operation of the food
			 establishment. Edible fish or decorative fish in aquariums, shellfish or
			 crustacea on ice or under refrigeration, and shellfish and crustacea in a
			 display tank may be present on the premises of a food establishment if food,
			 equipment, utensils, linens or unwrapped articles designed for a single service
			 or a single use are not contaminated.
2. Dogs accompanying security or police
			 officers are permitted in offices, storage areas and dining areas. Sentry dogs
			 may be permitted to run loose in outside fenced areas for security reasons.
			 Service animals accompanying persons with a visual, aural or physical
			 disability, or trainers who are training service animals, are permitted in
			 dining or sales areas.
3. Service
			 animals are not allowed in shopping carts or on the benches, seats or tables of
			 a food establishment.
4. Food
			 handlers must not care for or handle any pets while on duty.
5. Live or dead fish bait must be stored
			 separately from food or food products in retail stores.
6. Therapy and comfort animals are not
			 allowed in food establishments.
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 16 § 16.2 subsecs. 16.2.10 & 16.2.11, eff.
				9-17-82-NAC A 10-14-88; 5-23-96; R069-10, 12-18-2013-Substituted in revision
				for NAC 446.625
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.602 - Control of pests

Current through June 11, 2024
The presence of insects, rodents and other pests must be
				controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by:
1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of
			 food and supplies;
2. Routinely
			 inspecting the premises for evidence of pests;
3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as
			 trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified in this chapter;
			 and
4. Eliminating harborage
			 conditions.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.603 - Use of devices to electrocute flying insects

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Devices
			 designed to electrocute flying insects are acceptable for use at a food
			 establishment if they are positioned so that dead insects are prevented from
			 falling on exposed food, food contact surfaces, or clean equipment and
			 utensils. The trays holding dead insects must be emptied at least
			 weekly.
2. For the purposes of
			 subsection 1, a device is properly positioned if the requirements of this
			 subsection are met. Only devices mounted on a wall may be used. Ceiling units
			 are not acceptable in areas where food, food contact surfaces, equipment or
			 utensils are exposed. Devices must be installed:
(a) So that the center of the device is not
			 more than 3 feet (91 centimeters) above the floor.
(b) Not closer than 5 feet (151 centimeters)
			 from exposed food.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.604 - Removal of dead or trapped pests

Current through June 11, 2024
Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents and other pests must be
				removed from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents
				their accumulation, decomposition or the attraction of pests.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › PHYSICAL FACILITIES › Section 446.610 - Establishments required to be separate entities (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 16 § 16.2 subsec. 16.2.4, eff. 9-17-82-NAC A
				10-14-88; R069-10, 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › POISONOUS AND TOXIC MATERIALS › Section 446.611 - Storage of rodent bait

Current through June 11, 2024
Rodent bait must be contained in a covered, tamper-resistant
				bait station.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › POISONOUS AND TOXIC MATERIALS › Section 446.612 - Use of tracking-powder pesticides

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Except as
			 otherwise provided in subsection 2, a tracking-powder pesticide must not be
			 used in a food establishment.
2. If
			 used, a nontoxic tracking powder, including, without limitation, talcum or
			 flour, must not contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, and
			 single-service and single-use articles.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › POISONOUS AND TOXIC MATERIALS › Section 446.613 - Containers: Manufacturer's label required

Current through June 11, 2024
Containers of poisonous or toxic materials and personal care
				items must bear a legible manufacturer's label identifying the product.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › POISONOUS AND TOXIC MATERIALS › Section 446.614 - Working storage containers: Identification of common name required

Current through June 11, 2024
Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic
				materials, including, without limitation, cleaners and sanitizers taken from
				bulk supplies, must be clearly and individually identified with the common name
				of the material.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › POISONOUS AND TOXIC MATERIALS › Section 446.615 - Laundry (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 16 § 16.2 subsecs. 16.2.5-16.2.8, eff.
				9-17-82-NAC A 10-14-88; 9-16-92; R069-10,
				12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › POISONOUS AND TOXIC MATERIALS › Section 446.616 - Storage containers: Restrictions on use

Current through June 11, 2024
A container previously used to store poisonous or toxic
				materials must not be used to store, transport or dispense food, including,
				without limitation, ice.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › POISONOUS AND TOXIC MATERIALS › Section 446.617 - Storage for use

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Poisonous or
			 toxic materials must be stored so they cannot contaminate food, equipment,
			 utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by:
(a) Separating the poisonous or toxic
			 materials by spacing or partitioning; and
(b) Locating the poisonous or toxic materials
			 in a location that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, or
			 single-service or single-use articles.
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › POISONOUS AND TOXIC MATERIALS › Section 446.618 - Storage and displays for retail sale

Current through June 11, 2024
Poisonous or toxic materials must be stored and displayed for
				retail sale so they cannot contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, and
				single-service and single-use articles by:
1. Separating the poisonous or toxic
			 materials by spacing or partitioning; and
2. Locating the poisonous or toxic materials
			 in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens or
			 single-service or single-use articles.
Added to NAC by Bd. of
				Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.200,
				  446.940
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › POISONOUS AND TOXIC MATERIALS › Section 446.619 - Use and application

Current through June 11, 2024
1. Poisonous or
			 toxic materials must be:
(a) Used according
			 to:
(1) The manufacturer's use directions
			 included in the labeling and, for a pesticide, the manufacturer's label
			 instructions which state that use is allowed in a food establishment;
			 and
(2) The conditions of
			 certification, if certification is required, for use of the pest control
			 materials; and
Nevada Administrative Code › Chapter 446 - Food Establishments › POISONOUS AND TOXIC MATERIALS › Section 446.620 - Maintenance and storage of cleaning tools; use of sinks (Repealed)

Current through June 11, 2024
Bd. of Health, Food
				Establishments Reg. Art. 16 § 16.2 subsec. 16.2.9, eff. 9-17-82-NAC A
				9-16-92; 5-23-96; R069-10, 12-18-2013
NRS
				  439.150,
				  439.200,
				  446.940