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Item 2r

MILKING BARN, STABLE, OR PARLOR -

CONSTRUCTION

REQUIREMENT: A milking barn, stable, or parlor shall be provided on all dairy
farms in which the milking herd shall be housed during milking time operations.

Public Health Reason: When milking is done elsewhere than in a suitable place
provided for this purpose, the milk may become contaminated. Floors constructed
of concrete or other impervious material can be kept clean more easily than floors
constructed of wood, earth, or similarly porous materials and are; therefore, more
apt to be kept clean. Painted, or properly finished walls and ceilings encourage
cleanliness. Tight ceilings reduce the likelihood of dust and extraneous material
from getting into the milk. Adequate lighting makes it more probable that the barn
will be clean, and that the lactating animals will be milked in a sanitary manner.

The areas used for milking purposes shall:

1. Have floors, gutters and feed troughs constructed of concrete or equally
impervious materials: Provided, convalescent (maternity) pens located
in milking areas of stanchion-type barns may be used when they
comply with the guidelines specified in Appendix C, II, III, and IV.

2. Have walls and ceilings which are smooth, painted, or finished in an
approved manner, in good repair. The ceiling must be dust tight.

3. Have separate stalls or pens for horses, calves, and bulls.

4. Be provided with natural and/or artificial light, well distributed for day
and/or night milking. (10 ft. candle minimum).

5. Provide sufficient air space and air circulation to prevent condensation
and excessive odors.

6. Not be overcrowded.

7. Have dust tight covered boxes, bins, or separate storage facilities for
round chopped or concentrated feed.

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