OAR 603-022-0545: Protection from Contamination

(1) Employees handling cleaned eggs shall keep hands clean. (2) Sanitary metal containers shall be provided at candling station for disposal of leakers and inedible eggs. Such container shall be emptied at least daily, washed and sanitized prior to usage. (3) Insecticides and rodenticides used shall be of an approved type, stored in a safe place, and used as directed. (4) If eggs are oil treated, the oil used shall be clean, free of off odors, and protected from contamination. (5) The entrance or harboring of all vermin including domestic pets shall be prevented insofar as practicable to the room and areas used for grading, storage of supplies, and eggs. (6) All floors, candling, and grading equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned after each day’s use or more frequently if necessary.