Code of Veterinary Practice For Poultry Processing Plant
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(d) the ways to use pesticides and pest management equipment to control the pests (including rodent bait stations, electric insect killers, traps, sticky boards etc.);
(e) the methods used to monitor the presence of pests and the effectiveness of pest control; and
(f) the corrective actions to be taken when pests are detected, including disposing of any contaminated things, including dead pests.
3.10.4 Pesticides (rodenticides and insecticides) must be used by suitably skilled personnel.
3.10.5 Where rodenticides are used, they must be used in bait stations. Bait stations must be enclosed and uniquely identi ed.
3.10.6 Insecticides that have any residual activity or are dispensed as continuous aerosols or contain perfumes must not be used in processing areas or other areas in a manner that would permit the insecticide to invade processing areas.
3.10.7 Insect traps, which include ultraviolet lamps, pheromone traps and any form of attractant device, must be constructed so they catch and secure insects in a way that makes disposal easy (e.g. a suitable drawer, tray or adhesive mat). Traps must be sited so as to not contaminate product, ingredients, packaging, or contact surfaces with falling insects.
3.10.8 Buildings and storage facilities (including water storage tanks) must be kept in good repair and condition to prevent pest access and to eliminate potential breeding sites.
3.10.9 Holes, drains and other places where pests are likely to gain access must be sealed, or provided with screens or similar materials that prevent the entry of pests.
3.10.10 External doors that are not screened must be kept closed at all times when not in use.