Section 285.154.7. Sanitation.

(1) An effective program  for  the  control  of  insects, ectoparasites, and vermin shall be established and maintained.

(2)   Provision shall be made for the removal  and  proper  disposal  of animal wastes and debris. Dead animals shall be  immediately   removed   and properly disposed of.

(3)   The floor of the shelter or barn shall be kept dry, clean, and bedded to provide comfort to the animals.

(4)   Buildings housing animals shall be properly ventilated to prevent the harmful accumulation of ammonia and condensation of moisture.

(5)  Manure piles shall not be allowed to accumulate to the point where they create an insect or vermin problem.

(6)   A sales barn shall be completely cleaned of  manure  and  debris between each sales day. An approved method of  disinfection   shall  be conducted between each sales day.

(7)   Buildings and grounds included in the premises shall be kept clean and in good repair in order to protect the animals from injury and to facilitate the prescribed husbandry practices set forth in these rules. The premises shall remain free of accumulated debris.

History: 1979 AC.