on animals with abnormalities in their milk is maintained clean to reduce the possibility of re-
infecting or cross infection of the dairy animals.
Equipment, utensils and containers used for the handling of milk with abnormalities are not used for the handling of milk to be offered for sale, unless they are first cleaned and effectively sanitized.
Processed animal waste derivatives, used as a feed ingredient for any portion of the total ration of the lactating dairy animal, have been:
Properly processed in accordance with at least those requirements contained in the Model Regulations for Processed Animal Wastes developed by the Association of American Feed Control Officials; and
Do not contain levels of deleterious substances, harmful pathogenic organisms or other toxic substances, which are secreted in the milk at any level, which may be deleterious to human health.
Unprocessed poultry litter and unprocessed recycled animal body discharges are not fed to lactating dairy animals.
A milking barn, stable or parlor shall be provided on all dairy farms in which the milking herd shall be housed during milking time operations. (For applicability to AMIs, refer to Appendix Q. of this Ordinance.) The areas used for milking purposes shall:
Have floors constructed of concrete or equally impervious materials. Provided, convalescent (maternity) pens located in milking areas of stanchion-type barns may be used when they comply with the guidelines specified in Appendix C., III. of this Ordinance.
Have walls and ceilings, which are smooth, painted or finished in an approved manner; in good repair; and ceiling dust-tight.
Have separate stalls or pens for horses, calves and bulls, and not be overcrowded.
Be provided with natural and/or artificial light, well distributed, for day and/or night milking.
Provide sufficient air space and air circulation to prevent condensation and excessive odors.
When milking is done elsewhere than in a suitable place provided for this purpose, the milk may become contaminated. Floors constructed of concrete or other impervious materials can be kept clean more easily than floors constructed of wood, earth or similar materials and are; therefore, more apt to be kept clean. Painted or properly finished walls and ceilings encourage cleanliness. Tight ceilings reduce the likelihood of dust and extraneous material getting into the milk. Adequate lighting makes it more probable that the barn will be clean and that the lactating animals will be milked in a sanitary manner.
This Item is deemed to be satisfied when:
A milking barn, stable or parlor is provided on all dairy farms.
Gutters, floors and feed troughs are constructed of good quality concrete or equally impervious material. Floors shall be easily cleaned, brushed surfaces permitted; be graded to