Code of Veterinary Practice For Poultry Processing Plant
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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 suf cient 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.