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Meat Safety Act, 2000 (Act No. 40 of 2000)

Red Meat Regulations, 2004

Part II : Requirements for the Registration of Red Meat Abattoirs [Section 11(1)(A)]

C. Hygiene management practises and related matters

5. Sanitation

48. Chillers and Freezers

 

 

1) Chillers must be sanitized before a fresh load of meat is loaded.

 

2) Chillers may not be sanitized if it contains meat.

 

3) Freezers must be defrosted and thoroughly sanitized at least once a year or more often if required by a registered inspector.