Cleaning Cleaning and disinfection protocol Sweep and vacuum areas first. Soak the surfaces with a foam cleaner. Allow the room and materials to dry. Rinse with water. Allow the room and materials to dry again. Disinfect.
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The climate at a hatchery is an ideal breeding ground for pathogens. Good hygiene is vital! Clear cleaning and disinfection protocols must be established and observed in all parts of the hatchery. If disinfected eggs are placed in an unhygienic environment, disinfecting them was pointless. First make sure that dust and dirt are removed. Organic matter such as egg shells, fluff and blood inactivate disinfectants. Remove this first! Disinfection is mentioned a lot, but cleaning agents are responsible for the biggest reduction in germs. An effective cleaning agent can reduce > 95% of the harmful pathogens. It ensures that all fat, protein and dust are removed properly. These substances contain the most bacteria, as they are a source of nutrients and a protective layer for pathogens (biofilm). Pathogens can grow and develop without restriction, especially in the favourable environment at the hatchery. High cleaning efficiency and a good contact time with the surface are essential for the efficacy of cleaning agents. The result is an interaction between the two properties. A very powerful cleaning agent that does not adhere to the smooth surfaces (coating, plastic, stainless steel), will not reach the necessary contact time. And the maximum effect of cleaning will not be achieved. Alternating between alkaline (removes grease and fat) and acid (removes protein and minerals) cleaning agents should be part of the cleaning protocol. Always read the insert of cleaning agents and disinfectants carefully and follow the instructions. Ask your chemical supplier for advice. And know what to do if you spill chemicals on the floor or your skin.
A foam cleaner removes biofilms and mineral deposits. Using a high-pressure spray has the risk of spreading pathogens. 5. B io s e c u r i t y
There are four basic elements of cleaning that are key to its success. Mechanical action (brush, high pressure), product (soap, water), temperature (better cleaning at a higher temperature), time (the longer, the better).
Clean per room and not per cabinet. Because no matter what, the cleaning process will influence the relative humidity and temperature in the cabinets that are still filled with eggs. This depends on whether the ventilation is arranged per room or per incubator. 73
