For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
COOKING ESTABLISHMENTS. Those establishments primarily engaged in activities of preparing, serving or otherwise making available for consumption foodstuff and that use one or more of the following preparation activities: cooking by frying (all methods), baking (all methods), grilling, sauteing, rotisserie cooking, broillng (all methods), blanching, roasting, toasting or poaching. Also included are infrared heating, searing, barbecuing, and any other food preparation activity that produces a hot, non-drinkable food product in or on a receptacle that requires washing.
FATS, OILS, AND GREASES. Organic polar compounds derived from animal and/or plant sources that contain multiple carbon chain triglyceride molecules. These substances are detectable and measurable using analytical test procedures established by 40 C.F.R. 136 (Federal Register), as may be amended from time to time. All are sometimes referred to herein as “Grease” or “Greases.”
GREASE TRAP INTERCEPTOR. A device for separating and retaining waterborne greases and grease complexes prior to wastewater exiting the trap and entering the sanitary sewer collection and treatment system. These devices also serve to collect settable solids, generated by and from food preparation activities, prior to the water exiting the trap and entering the sanitary sewer collection and treatment system. Grease Traps and interceptors are sometimes referred to herein as “Grease Interceptors.”
USER. Any person or company, including those located outside the jurisdictional limits of the town, who contributes, causes, or permits the contribution or discharge of wastewater into the sanitary sewer system.
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE FACILITY. Any commercial or industrial facility where automobiles, trucks or equipment are serviced or maintained, including garages, service stations, repair shops, oil lubrication shops, or similar establishments.
(Ord. passed 2-23-2009)