12. This Part applies to the cleansing and disinfection of infected premises.E+W
Preliminary disinfection of infected premises
13. Cleansing and disinfection must be carried out during and immediately following slaughter so as to minimise the risk of disease spread and in accordance with the directions of an inspector.E+W
14. Following slaughter—E+W
(a)every carcase must be sprayed with disinfectant,
(b)carcases removed from the premises for disposal must be contained in covered, leak-proof containers,
(c)all parts of the premises which housed susceptible animals, and any buildings and yards or other surfaces which may have been contaminated during or after slaughter, must be sprayed with disinfectant.
15. Disinfectant must not be removed for at least 24 hours after application.E+W
16. Grease and dirt must be removed from all surfaces by the application of a degreasing agent and washed with water or steam.
17. Following degreasing and washing with water or steam, disinfectant must be reapplied.E+W
18. At least seven days after the reapplication of disinfectant, the operations in paragraphs 16 and 17 must be repeated, followed by final washing with water or steam.E+W