B&B Ice: OSHA REGULATIONS FOR DRINKING WATER

B&B Ice & Water is committed to providing OSHA standard Ice & Water products. We have high standards which we uphold in accordance with OSHA regulations regarding water and ice procedures. We have listed a few for your reference. For a complete list of OSHA regulations on handling Ice & Water, visit their website.


1926.51(a)
"Potable water."

1926.51(a)(1)
An adequate supply of potable water shall be provided in all places of employment.

1926.51(a)(2)
Portable containers used to dispense drinking water shall be capable of being tightly closed, and equipped with a tap. Water shall not be dipped from containers.

1926.51(a)(3)
Any container used to distribute drinking water shall be clearly marked as to the nature of its contents and not used for any other purpose.

1926.51(a)(4)
The common drinking cup is prohibited.

1926.51(a)(5)
Where single service cups (to be used but once) are supplied, both a sanitary container for the unused cups and a receptacle for disposing of the used cups shall be provided.

1926.51(a)(6)
1926.51(a)(6)
"Potable water" means water which meets the quality standards prescribed in the U.S. Public Health Service Drinking Water Standards, published in 42 CFR part 72, or water which is approved for drinking purposes by the State or local authority having jurisdiction.

So next time think before you drink. To schedule a full presentation on heat related illness, water procedures, or other issues related to ice and water contact B&B Ice & Water. You will be glad you did!