§ 5-6-123. Grease, fat and oils removal systems.  


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  • (a)

    Grease, fat and oils removal systems shall be installed where the discharge of grease laden waste from food preparation or food processing, or from any other commercial establishment, into the POTW will cause an impediment or obstruction. A grease, fats and oils removal system, to be approved by the authority, shall consist of one or a combination of the following:

    (1)

    passive technology which includes an approved in-ground grease trap and an approved grease interceptor; or

    (2)

    active technology which includes a grease recovery device that has been approved by the authority and a solids transfer/grease recovery device that has been approved by the authority.

    (b)

    Waste that does not contain fat, grease or oils and that otherwise does not require treatment shall not be discharged into a grease, fats and oils removal system. Wastewater from dishwasher machines and wastewater that exceeds 130 degrees Fahrenheit shall not be introduced into a grease removal system. (Ord. No. 4501, 10/13/07, Sec. 1)