Sec. 56. Fire Extinguishers. All Stallholders shall at all times be required to keep to their respective stalls of at least 10 pounds (lbs.) fire extinguisher except on the wet section market. No inflammable or highly combustible materials shall be kept or stored in any of the stalls in the market without prior written permission from the Municipal Fire Marshall or his duly authorized representative. In case of brownout or power failure, stallholders are not allowed to use gas-operated of candle light for emergency purposes. Stallholders are allowed to use only battery-operated or solar- powered emergency lights in their premises.
Sec. 57. Security Unit. The Municipality shall provide adequate security for the protection of consumers and traders within the vicinity of the market area.
SERVICE AREA/FACILITIES
Sec. 58. Storage Areas. Storage facilities such as those intended for ice and cold storages shall be approximately situated to facilitate efficient storing and distribution of ice and perishable goods delivered to the market. Sec. 59. Ramps and Stairways. Ramps shall be strategically located for purposes of visibility, near the approach point to the market structure, and shall conform to the provisions of the existing accessibility law which requires buildings, institutions, establishment and public utilities to install facilities and other devices to enhance the mobility of disabled persons. They shall provide convenience to related market functional activities. Regular stairways shall complement the market system.
Sec. 60. Obstruct of Market Aisles. To facilitate mobility, security and safety at all times, market shall be free from any obstructions. Market Officials, Personnel and Policemen detailed in the vicinity of the municipal markets shall experience strict vigilance on this matter and enjoin strict compliance with this provision.
Sec. 61. Weighing Scales. The Municipality shall provide weighing scales (Timbangan ng Bayan) for the use, free of charge, of the consumers to safeguard them against short-weighing of commodities like rice, fish, meat, etc. It shall be located in conspicuous and strategic point in the public market.
Sec. 62. Price Tags. All consumer product sold in retail to the public shall bear appropriate price tag, label or marking indicating the price of the article. Such consumer products shall not be sold at a price higher than that stated therein. Ensures or alteration can only be allowed in price reduction sales promotions campaign. When a consumer product is too small or the nature of which makes it impractical to place a price tag thereon, a price list is allowed.
FOOD HANDLING
Sec. 63. Cooked and Raw Food Protection from Contamination. Cooked food shall be served hot at all times protected against contamination by flies and other insects and dirt. Likewise, raw food such as beef, fish, etc. shall be protected from flies and other insects.
