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[接上页] (6) If poultry is to be wax dipped- (a) hygienic metal troughs shall be provided to catch any wax from the poultry; and (b) only methods approved by the Director shall be employed in reclaiming the wax for re-use. Cap 139E reg 34 Trays to be provided (1) Suitable rustproof metal trays, of a design and construction approved by the Director, shall be provided in sufficient numbers to enable each carcass to be eviscerated and kept on an individual tray until post-mortem or further post-mortem inspection is carried out. (2) The trays shall be so designed and constructed as to ensure that- (a) after evisceration, the identity of the viscera with the carcasses from which they have been removed can be maintained; and (b) blood is not liable to spill from the trays during inspection or normal handling. Cap 139E reg 35 Conveyor systems (1) If an overhead mechanical conveyor system is used for transporting carcasses or poultry products within the premises it shall be so designed, constructed and maintained that it can be used to convey the carcasses and poultry products together with the trays upon which they may be placed, in a secure and hygienic manner. (2) Conveyor belts used for moving plucked carcasses and poultry products shall be of non-metallic waterproof material. Cap 139E reg 36 Chilling and defrosting tanks Chilling and defrosting tanks shall be- (a) made of metal or other suitable material which is impervious to moisture; (b) of seamless construction, with the edges rolled outwards; and (c) of such a size that a person may empty the tanks without having to climb inside them. Cap 139E reg 37 Tables to be provided (1) Such cutting, eviscerating and inspection tables shall be provided at suitable locations in the premises as the Director may require. (2) All tables used for the inspection or processing of carcasses or poultry products shall- (a) be made of rustproof metal or such other smooth impermeable material as the Director may approve; and (b) be so constructed that they may be thoroughly and easily cleaned at frequent intervals. Cap 139E reg 38 Water spray equipment Water spray equipment for washing both inside and the outside surfaces of carcasses, shall be- (a) installed in the premises; (b) of a design and type approved by the Director for installation in the premises; and (c) so installed and maintained that it has sufficient water pressure at all spray outlets to enable the carcasses to be thoroughly and efficiently washed. Cap 139E reg 39 Provision of sterilizing equipment Such equipment suitable for sterilizing knives and other equipment shall be provided in the premises as the Director may require. Cap 139E reg 40 Trolleys and containers (1) Watertight containers for the reception of condemned carcasses, condemned poultry products and all viscera and other waste which may result from processing operations shall be provided in the premises at such locations as the Director or an inspector may require. (2) The containers, and any trolleys used to convey or hold condemned carcasses or condemned poultry products, shall be so constructed of metal, or other material approved by the Director, as to be capable of being thoroughly and easily cleaned by washing. (3) The containers shall be equipped with means for securely locking or sealing them. Cap 139E reg 41 Refrigeration and freezing equipment If carcasses or poultry products are to be preserved by freezing- (a) refrigerators; and (b) freezing plant and equipment,of a type, design, manufacture and capacity approved by the Director for the purpose shall be provided in the premises. Cap 139E reg 42 Plucking machinery Machinery for plucking or stubbing carcasses, if provided, shall be constructed and installed in such a manner that any accumulations of feathers may be easily removed therefrom. Cap 139E reg 43 Restrictions on use of equipment employed in the handling or preparation of substances not for human consumption Except with the permission in writing of the Director, equipment used for handling or preparing substances not intended for human consumption shall not be used in any part of the premises where carcasses or poultry products are inspected, processed, handled or stored. Cap 139E reg 44 Premises not to be altered without the consent of the Director The licensee shall not, except with the approval in writing of the Director, reconstruct, alter, or adapt, or suffer or permit the reconstruction, alteration or adaptation of any premises in respect of which a licence is in force. Cap 139E reg 45 Premises PART IV HYGIENE The licensee shall ensure that premises and the equipment therein are kept- (a) free from refuse and other waste; and (b) so far as is practicable, free from- (i) loose feathers; and (ii) objectionable odours and conditions. Cap 139E reg 46 Batteries and dropping pans (1) Poultry batteries and dropping pans shall be cleaned and disinfected regularly with a disinfectant of a type and strength by volume approved by the Director. |