St. Louis City Revised Code Chapter 11.42 Part VII
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Chapter 11.42
RESTAURANTS
PART VII. SANITARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS
A. Enough potable water for the needs of the food service establishment shall be provided from a source constructed and operated according to law.
B. Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food establishment. (Ord. 63699 (part), 1996.)
11.42.504 Water supply--Transportation.
All potable water not provided directly by pipe to the food service establishment from the source shall be transported in a bulk water transport system and shall be delivered to a closed-water system. Both of these systems shall be constructed and operated according to the law. (Ord. 63699 (part), 1996.)
11.42.506 Water supply--Bottled water.
Bottled and packaged potable water shall be obtained from a source that complies with all laws and shall be handled and stored in a way that protects it from contamination. Bottled and packaged potable water shall be dispensed from the original container. (Ord. 63699 (part), 1996.)
11.42.508 Water supply--Water under pressure.
Water under pressure at the required temperatures shall be provided to all fixtures and equipment that use water. (Ord. 63699 (part), 1996.)
11.42.510 Water supply--Steam.
Steam used in contact with food or food-contact surfaces shall be free from any material or additives other than those specified in 21 CFR 173.310. (Ord. 63699 (part), 1996.)
11.42.512 Sewage--General.
A. All sewage, including liquid waste, shall be disposed of by a public sewage disposal system constructed and operated according to the law.
B. Non-water-carried sewage disposal facilities are prohibited, except as permitted by Sections 11.42.802 through 11.42.816 (pertaining to temporary food service establishments) or as permitted by the regulatory authority in remote areas or because of special situations. (Ord. 63699 (part), 1996.)
11.42.514 Plumbing--General.
Plumbing shall be sized, installed, and maintained according to the law. There shall be no cross-connection between the potable water supply and any nonpotable or questionable water supply, nor any source of pollution through which the potable water supply might become contaminated. (Ord. 63699 (part), 1996.)
11.42.516 Plumbing--Nonpotable water system.
A. A nonpotable water system is permitted only for purposes such as air conditioning and fire protection and only if the system is installed according to law. Nonpotable water cannot contact, directly or indirectly, food, potable water, equipment that contacts food, or utensils.
B. The piping of any nonpotable water system shall be durably identified so that it is readily distinguishable from piping that carries potable water. (Ord. 63699 (part), 1996.)
11.42.518 Plumbing--Backflow.
A. The potable water system shall be installed to prevent backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas contaminant into the water supply system. A hose shall not be attached to a faucet unless a backflow prevention device is installed.
B. Devices to protect against backflow and back siphonage shall be installed at all fixtures and equipment where an air gap at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet is not provided between the water supply inlet and the fixture’s flood level rim. (Ord. 63699 (part), 1996.)
11.42.520 Plumbing--Grease traps.
If used, grease traps shall be located to be easily accessible for cleaning. (Ord. 63699 (part), 1996.)
11.42.522 Plumbing--Garbage grinders.
If used, garbage grinders shall be installed and maintained according to the law. (Ord. 63699 (part), 1996.)
11.42.524 Plumbing--Drains.
A. Except for properly trapped open sinks, there shall be no direct connection between the sewage system and any drains originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed.
B. When a dishwashing machine is located within five (5) feet of a trapped floor drain, the dishwasher waste outlet may be connected directly on the inlet side of a properly vented floor drain trap if permitted by law. (Ord. 63699 (part), 1996.)
11.42.526 Toilet facilities--Toilet installation.
Toilet facilities shall be installed according to law, shall be the number required by law, shall be conveniently located, and shall be accessible to employees during all hours of operation. (Ord. 63699 (part), 1996.)
11.42.528 Toilet facilities--Toilet design.
Toilets and urinals shall be designed to be easily cleanable. (Ord. 63699 (part), 1996.)
11.42.530 Toilet facilities--Toilet rooms.
Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall have tightfitting, self-closing, solid doors, which shall be closed except during cleaning or maintenance, except as provided by law. (Ord. 63699 (part), 1996.)
11.42.532 Toilet facilities--Toilet fixtures.
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. A supply of toilet tissue shall be provided for waste materials. Toilet rooms used by women shall have at least one covered waste receptacle. (Ord. 63699 (part), 1996.)
11.42.534 Lavatory facilities--Lavatory installation.
A. Hand washing lavatories shall be at least the number required by law, and shall be installed according to law; and shall be located to allow convenient use by employees in food preparation, food dispensing, and utensil washing areas.
B. A hand washing lavatory shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use.
C. Lavatories shall also be located in or immediately adjacent to toilet rooms or vestibules. Sinks used for food preparation or for washing equipment or utensils shall not be used for hand washing.
D. Self-closing, slow-closing or metering faucets are prohibited in employee lavatories. (Ord. 63699 (part), 1996.)
11.42.536 Lavatory facilities--Lavatory faucets.
A. Each hand washing lavatory shall be provided with hot and cold water and shall be equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 110 degrees F (43 degrees C) through a mixing valve or combination faucet.
B. A steam mixing valve may not be used at a hand washing lavatory.
C. A self-closing, slow-closing, or metering faucet shall provide a flow of water for at least 15 seconds without the need to reactivate the faucet. (Ord. 63699 (part), 1996.)
11.42.538 Lavatory facilities--Lavatory supplies.
In each hand washing lavatory or group of adjacent lavatories there shall be available:
A. A supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap; and individual, disposable towels; or
B. A continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; or
C. A heated-air hand-drying device; and
D. A waste receptacle shall be provided for each hand washing lavatory or group of adjacent lavatories that is provided with individual disposable towels. (Ord. 63699 (part), 1996.)
11.42.540 Lavatory facilities--Lavatory maintenance.
Lavatories, soap dispensers, hand-drying devices and all related fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. (Ord. 63699 (part), 1996.)
11.42.542 Garbage and refuse--Containers.
A. Garbage and refuse shall be kept in durable, easily cleanable, insect-proof and rodent-proof containers that do not leak and do not absorb liquids. Plastic bags and wet-strength paper bags may be used to line these containers, and they may be used for storage inside the food service establishment.
B. Containers used in food preparation and utensil washing areas shall be kept covered when not in actual use.
C. Containers stored outside the establishment, and dumpsters, compactors, and compactor systems shall be easily cleanable, shall be provided with tight-fitting lids, doors or covers and shall be kept covered when not in actual use. In containers designed with drains, drain plugs shall be in place at all times, except during cleaning.
D. There shall be a sufficient number of containers to hold all the garbage and refuse that accumulates.
E. Soiled containers shall be cleaned at a frequency to prevent insect and rodent attraction.
F. The exterior and interior surfaces of the container shall be cleaned in a way that does not contaminate food, equipment, utensils, or food preparation areas.
G. Suitable facilities, including hot water and detergent or steam, shall be provided and used for washing containers.
H. Liquid waste from compacting or cleaning operations shall be disposed of as sewage. (Ord. 63699 (part), 1996.)
11.42.544 Garbage and refuse--Storage.
A. Garbage and refuse on the premises shall be stored in a manner to make them inaccessible to insects and rodents. Outside storage of unprotected plastic bags or wet-strength paper bags or baled units containing garbage or refuse is prohibited. Cardboard or other packaging material not containing garbage or food wastes need not be stored in covered containers.
B. Garbage or refuse storage rooms, if used, shall be constructed of easily cleanable, nonabsorbent, washable materials, that shall be kept clean, shall be insect-proof and rodent-proof, and shall be large enough to store the garbage and refuse containers that accumulate.
C. Outside storage areas or enclosures shall be large enough to store the garbage and refuse containers that accumulate and shall be kept clean. Garbage and refuse containers, dumpsters and compactor systems located outside shall be stored on or above a smooth surface of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or machine-laid asphalt that is kept clean and maintained in good repair. (Ord. 63699 (part), 1996.)
11.42.546 Garbage and refuse--Disposal.
A. Garbage and refuse shall be disposed of often enough to prevent the development of odor and the attraction of insects and rodents.
B. Where garbage and refuse is burned on the premises, it shall be done by controlled incineration that prevents the escape of particulate matter in accordance with the law. Areas around incineration facilities shall be clean and orderly. (Ord. 63699 (part), 1996.)
11.42.548 Insect and rodent control--General.
A. Effective measures intended to minimize the presence of rodents, flies, roaches, and other insects on the premises shall be utilized.
B. The premises shall be kept in such condition as to prevent the harborage or feeding of insects or rodents. (Ord. 63699 (part), 1996.)
11.42.550 Insect and rodent control--Openings.
A. Openings to the outside shall be effectively protected against the entrance of rodents and insects by tight-fitting, self-closing doors, closed windows, screening, controlled air currents, or other means.
B. Screen doors shall be self-closing, and screens for windows, doors, skylights, transoms, intake and exhaust air ducts, and other openings to the outside shall be tight-fitting and free of breaks. Screening material shall not be less than sixteen (16) mesh to the inch. (Ord. 63699 (part), 1996.)
11.42.552 Insect and rodent control--Devices.
A. Devices that are used to electrocute flying insects and that may impel insects or insect fragments shall be:
1. Designed to have "escape-resistant" trays; and
2. Installed so that:
a. The devices are not located over a food preparation area, and
b. Dead insects and insect fragments are prevented from falling on or being impelled onto exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
B. Devices used to trap insects by adherence may not be installed above exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. (Ord. 63699 (part), 1996.)
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