Minn. R. agency 105, ch. 1520, MINNESOTA-NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN, pt. 1520.6100
A hatchery which keeps started poultry (poultry that has been fed or watered) must keep such poultry separated from the incubator room in a manner satisfactory to the department. The minimum requirements with respect to brooder rooms shall include the following: Brooder rooms shall be separated from the incubator room by a solid partition preferably with an outside entrance; doors opening from the brooder room into any incubator area shall be kept closed at all times except when in actual use. Tops of battery brooders shall be kept clean (not used for storage). Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be kept clean at all times. Ventilation system shall be separate from the incubator room ventilation system. Dead chicks, droppings, and other refuse shall be removed and disposed of promptly.
Minn. R. agency 105, ch. 1520, MINNESOTA-NATIONAL POULTRY IMPROVEMENT PLAN, pt. 1520.6100
Statutory Authority: MS s 29.021