2VAC5-585-3360: Conditions of use

A. Poisonous or toxic materials shall be:

1. Used according to:

a. Law and this chapter;

b. Manufacturer's use directions included in labeling, and, for a pesticide, manufacturer's label instructions that state that use is allowed in a food establishment;P

c. The conditions of certification, if certification is required, for use of the pest control materials;P and

d. Additional conditions that may be established by the department; and

2. Applied so that:

a. A hazard to employees or other persons is not constituted;P and

b. Contamination, including toxic residues due to drip, drain, fog, splash, or spray on food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles, is prevented. Contamination shall be prevented by:P

(1) Removing the items;P

(2) Covering the items with impermeable coversP or taking other appropriate preventive actions;P and

(3) Cleaning and sanitizing equipment and utensils after the application.P

B. A restricted use pesticide shall be applied only by an applicator certified as defined in 7 USC § 136(e); §§ 3.2-3929, 3.2-3930, and 3.2-3931 of the Code of Virginia (Virginia Pesticide Control Act); or a person under the direct supervision of a certified applicator.Pf