Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations

9.6 (1) Each container that is used for solid or liquid waste in the work place shall

• (a) be equipped with a tight-fitting cover;

• (b) be so constructed that it can easily be cleaned and maintained in a sanitary condition;

• (c) be leak-proof; and

• (d) where there may be internal pressure in the container, be so designed that the pressure is relieved by controlled ventilation.

(2) Each container referred to in subsection (1) shall be emptied at least once every day that it is used.