D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 25, r. 25-E403

Current through Register Vol. 71, No. 49, December 6, 2024

Rule 25-E403 - FACILITY MAINTENANCE - REMOVAL OF UNNECESSARY ITEMS, LITTER, AND CONTROLLING AND REMOVING PESTS, AND ANIMAL PROHIBITION [(Critical Section)]

403.1

The grounds surrounding a barber, cosmetology, or personal grooming facility under the control of the operator shall be kept in a clean and litter-free condition.

403.2

The methods for adequate maintenance of grounds include, but are not limited to, the following:

(a) Properly storing or removing unnecessary equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used, removing litter and waste, and cutting weeds or grass within the immediate vicinity of the physical facility that may constitute an attractant, breeding place, or harborage for pests;

(b) Maintaining roads and parking lots so that they do not constitute an attractant, breeding place, or harborage for pests; and

(c) Adequately draining areas that may provide an attractant, breeding place, or harborage for pests.

403.3

Methods for maintaining a sanitary operation include providing sufficient space for placement and proper storage of equipment, instruments, and supplies.

403.4

Insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence in and around the facility by:

(a) Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; ^{(Non-critical subsection)}

(b) Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control, such as covered, tamper-resistant bait stations; and

(c) Eliminating harborage conditions. ^{(Non-critical subsection)}

403.5

Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests shall be removed from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests.

403.6

With the exception of fish tanks and service animals, pets and other live animals shall not be allowed in any licensed facility or salon providing barbering, cosmetology, esthetics, specialty braiding, personal grooming, or nail services.

D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 25, r. 25-E403

Final Rulemaking published at 68 DCR 13026 (12/10/2021)