1. 1. Use of a distinct, separate water rinse after washing and before sanitizing if using:

   1. a. A 3-compartment sink,
   2. b. Alternative manual warewashing equipment equivalent to a 3-compartment sink as specified in 12VAC5-421-1460 C, or
   3. c. A 3-step washing, rinsing, and sanitizing procedure in a warewashing system for CIP equipment;

2. 2. Use of a detergent-sanitizer as specified under 12VAC5-421-1710 if using:

   1. a. Alternative warewashing equipment as specified in 12VAC5-421-1460 C that is approved for use with a detergent-sanitizer, or
   2. b. A warewashing system for CIP equipment;
3. 3. Use of a nondistinct water rinse that is integrated in the hot water sanitization immersion step of a 2-compartment sink operation;

4. 4. If using a warewashing machine that does not recycle the sanitizing solution as specified under subdivision 5 of this section, or alternative manual warewashing equipment such as sprayers, use of a nondistinct water rinse that is:

   1. a. Integrated in the application of the sanitizing solution, and
   2. b. Wasted immediately after each application; or
5. 5. If using a warewashing machine that recycles the sanitizing solution for use in the next wash cycle, use of a nondistinct water rinse that is integrated in the application of the sanitizing solution.

Washed utensils and equipment shall be rinsed so that abrasives are removed and cleaning chemicals are removed or diluted through the use of water or a detergent-sanitizer solution by using one of the following procedures:

Statutory Authority

§§ 35.1-11 and 35.1-14 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 18, Issue 10, eff. March 1, 2002.