Page 16 - {COVP2017}

Code of Veterinary Practice For Poultry Processing Plant

2.5.4 The reticulation system should have no unused ends that
might mean water becomes stagnant.
2.5.5 In warm processing areas, overhead cold water lines
should be insulated, if necessary, to prevent condensation
forming.
2.5.6 The water should be provided at a pressure sufficient to
permit effective cleaning of all rooms.

2.6 Private Wells and Bores
If the water is obtained from a private underground source, the wells
or bores should be under control of the registered establishment
and effectively protected from pollution and should be according
to 2.4 if used as potable water.

2.7 In-Plant Storage Tanks for Potable Water
2.7.1 In-plant storage tanks should be provided with
effective covers to prevent the entry of insects and other
extraneous matter.
2.7.2 The inlet, outlet and, if provided, the recirculation system
should be installed to ensure that there are no stagnant
areas.

2.8 Hot Potable Water

2.8.1 An adequate supply of hot potable water should be
provided. Water provided for purposes of sterilisation
should be not less than 82°C at point of use, while that
provided for hand washing should be delivered between
35ºC and 45ºC.
2.8.2 Where a ring main system is used in a processing room,
a dial faced thermometer should be on the supply return
line as the line leaves the room. This thermometer should
be located so that it can be readily observed by inspection
staff.

2.8.3 Where hot potable water for sterilisation is produced by
steam injection at point of use, a thermometer should
be on each item of sterilising equipment.

6