§ 59.114. Milking—flanks, udders and teats.
Milking practices shall meet the following requirements:
(1) Milking shall be done in a milking barn, stable, or parlor.
(2) Brushing shall be completed prior to milking.
(3) Flanks, bellies, tails, and udders shall be clipped as often as necessary to facilitate cleaning of these areas and shall be free from dirt. The hair on the udders shall be of such length that it is not incorporated with the teat in the inflation during milking.
(4) Udders and teats of all milking cows shall be cleaned and treated with a sanitizing solution and shall be relatively dry just prior to milking.
(5) Wet hand milking is prohibited.
This section cited in 7 Pa. Code § 59.31 (relating to inspection of dairy farms); and 7 Pa. Code § 59.302 (relating to raw milk).
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