ANNEXURE F
[Regulation 6(8)]
CLEANING OF BUTCHERY EQUIPMENT
(a) Bandsaw
Clean the bandsaw properly at least once a day using the National Regulator for Compulsory Specification's (NRCS) registered detergents and disinfectants.
Disconnect machine from main power supply.
| - | Loosen top nut and take off blade |
| - | Remove the blade scrapers. |
| - | Remove T bolt and clean thread. |
| - | Clean all loose parts and also the base of the bandsaw. |
| o | Underneath the sliding table. |
| o | Underneath the cutting table. |
| o | The grooves of the wheels. |
| o | The scrapers of the blades. |
| o | Inside the top and bottom doors. |
| - | Use hot water at 40 - 60 deg C together with detergent to wash and scrub all of the above parts. |
| - | Wash the bandsaw ensuring it is thoroughly clean from grime and grease. |
| - | Mix a solution of hot water and disinfectant and wash the bandsaw and all of the above parts. |
Clean the tenderizer properly at least once a day using NRCS registered detergents and disinfectants.
| - | Using a pair of safety cleaning gloves, dis-assemble cradle assembly by removing the strippers first and then both blade assemblies. |
| - | Rinse blade assembly in a bath of water 40 - 60 deg C to loosen particles. |
| - | After particles are loosened, immerse all items in a soapy bath 40 - 60 deg C and clean using a brush. |
| - | Be sure to remove all meat build-up. Ensure the tenderizer is clean from grime and grease. |
| - | Mix a solution of hot water and disinfectant and wash all parts. |
| - | Wear safety gloves when removing the stripper attachment. |
Cleaning and disinfection at the end of the day is an essential routine procedure aimed at removing and destroying undesirable substances and organisms which may have a harmful effect on the consumer or the products.
(c) Filler
Clean the filler properly at least once a day using NRCS registered detergents and disinfectants.
| - | Dismantle the filler and remove all attachments. |
| - | Where applicable, remove the chamber / barrel daily to wash the piston. |
| - | Remove the 0-ring on the barrel and piston and clean the grooves. |
| - | Use hot water at 40 - 60 deg C together with detergent to wash and scrub the barrel, piston and all parts. |
| - | Clean nozzles thoroughly using a nozzle brush, and wash the whole filler. |
| - | Mix a solution of hot water and disinfectant and wash the whole filler, barrel, piston and all parts. |
| - | Where applicable, remove piston and 0-ring to wash underneath. |
| - | The chamber must be cleaned daily. |
| - | Remove the chamber/barrel and wash under the piston. |
| - | Take care not to damage the nozzle tips. |
| - | This will tear the casing and smear the product. |
| - | Wash nozzles well. Dirty nozzles will contaminate fresh product. |
(d) Mincer
Clean the mincer properly at least once a day using NRCS registered detergents and disinfectants.
| - | Dismantle the mincer and remove all attachments. |
| - | Remove lockring and inside parts: worm, knife and plate. |
| - | Remove the barrel with a ring spanner, supplied with machine. |
| - | Use hot water at 40 - 60 deg C together with detergent to wash and scrub the above parts. |
| - | Be sure to remove all meat build-up from the plate surface and edge as well as from its seating area on the grinder ring so that it fits perfectly. |
| - | Clean threads on the head so the end ring tightens easily by hand. |
| - | Wash and disinfect the stomper daily. |
| - | Clean infeed safety grid top, bottom and holes using a brush. |
| - | Mix a solution of hot water and disinfectant and wash mincer, plates, knives and all of the above parts thoroughly. |
(e) Vacuum Packing Machine
Clean the vacuum packing machine properly at least once a day, or as often as required throughout the day, using NRCS registered detergents and disinfectants.
| - | Use hot water at 40 - 60 deg C together with detergent to wash and scrub the vacuum machine. |
| - | Mix a solution of hot water and disinfectant and wash vacuum machine and all parts. |
| - | Remove trays and wash and sanitize. |
| - | Clean sealing bar (top and bottom) with damp cloth. |
| - | Clean inside of machine (chamber with trays removed). Also clean inside the lid/plexiglass. |
