{"data":{"id":"us-va/12vac5-421-610","jurisdiction":"us-va","citation":"12VAC5-421-610","heading":"Food storage","body":"A. Except as specified in subsections B and C of this section, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food:\n\n1. In a clean, dry location;\n\n2. Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and\n\n3. At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor.\n\nB. Food in packages and working containers may be stored less than 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor on case lot handling equipment as specified under 12VAC5-421-1420.\n\nC. Pressurized beverage containers, cased food in waterproof containers such as bottles or cans, and milk containers in plastic crates may be stored on a floor that is clean and not exposed to floor moisture.","path":["Title 12. Health","Agency 5. Department of Health","Chapter 421. Food Regulations","Part III. Food","Article 3. Protection from Contamination after Receiving"],"source_url":"https://law.lis.virginia.gov/admincode/title12/agency5/chapter421/section610/","current_through":"2026 Regular Session (effective July 1, 2026)","vintage":"","retrieved_at":"2026-09-14T04:50:14Z","sha256":"1866ab47ed5d91e25b4a253416f838542e0cfe2638ea8b75e91121bfbf449ee1","source_id":"us-va-vac","stale":false,"prev":"us-va/12vac5-421-600","next":"us-va/12vac5-421-620"},"notice":"GroundRules: Original legal text. Not legal advice."}