2201. PRESENCE AND USE - RESTRICTION*

2201 PRESENCE AND USE - RESTRICTION* 2201.1 Restricted-use pesticides shall be applied only by a certified applicator as defined in section 2 of the Pesticide Operations Act of 1977, effective April 18, 1978 (D.C. Law 2-70; D.C. Official Code § 8-401). 2201.2 Only the following toxic materials may be used or stored in a food processing operation where food is processed or exposed: (a) Chemicals required for maintaining clean and sanitary conditions; (b) Chemicals necessary for use in laboratory testing procedures; (c) Chemicals necessary for plant and equipment maintenance and operation; and (d) Chemicals necessary for use in the plant's operations. 2201.3 Toxic cleaning compounds, sanitizing agents, and pesticide chemicals shall be identified, held, and stored in a manner that protects against contamination of food, equipment, utensils, food-contact surfaces, and food- packaging materials. SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 56 DCR 5245 (July 3, 2009).