Section 285.121. Containers

(a) A person or municipality storing municipal waste shall provide a sufficient number of containers to prevent leaks, odors and vector attraction and to contain solid waste generated during periods between regularly scheduled collections.

(b) An individual container or bulk container used for the storage of municipal waste shall have the following characteristics:

(1) The container shall be constructed to be easily handled for collection.

(2) The container shall be constructed of rust resistant and corrosion resistant materials.

(3) The container shall be equipped with a tight fitting lid or cover, or otherwise sealed.

(4) The container shall be watertight, leak proof, insect proof and rodent proof.

(5) The container shall be clearly labeled as “municipal waste” or a specific type of municipal waste.

(c) A person or municipality that stores municipal waste outside of containers shall tie the wastes securely in bundles of a size that can be readily handled for collection, and in a manner that minimizes litter, safety hazards and fire hazards.

The provisions of this § 285.121 amended December 22, 2000, effective December 23, 2000, 30 Pa.B. 6685. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (226411) to (226412).

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Cross References

This section cited in 25 Pa. Code § 284.401 (relating to scope); and 25 Pa. Code § 285.101 (relating to scope).