Alabama Administrative Code › Title 420 - ALABAMA STATE BOARD OF HEALTH › Chapter 420-3-16 - PRODUCTION, PROCESSING, HANDLING OR DISTRIBUTION OF MILK, MILK PRODUCTS AND FROZEN DESSERTS › APPENDICES › Appendix B - MILK SAMPLING, HAULING, AND TRANSPORTATION

Current through Register Vol. 42, No. 9, June 28, 2024
Milk sampling, hauling, and transport are integral parts of a
				  modern dairy industry. Hauling, sampling, and transport can be categorized into
				  three (3) separate functions: Dairy or industry plant samplers, bulk milk
				  hauling and sampling, and milk transport from one (1) milk-handing facility to
				  another.
I.
MILK SAMPLING AND HAULING
				  PROCEDURES
The dairy plant sampler is a person responsible for the
				  collection of official samples for regulatory purposes outlined in
				  420-3-16-.07. These persons are
				  employees of the Health Officer and are evaluated at least once each two (2)
				  year period by an SSO or a properly delegated Sampling Surveillance Regulatory
				  Official (dSSO). These individuals are evaluated using ADPH-FML-248A (Alabama
				  Department of Public Health Bulk Milk Hauler Report and Sampler Evaluation
				  Form), which is derived from the most current edition of
Standard
				  Methods for the Examination of Dairy Products SMEDP
(refer to Appendix
				  M).
Note:
For the purposes of determining the
				  inspection frequency for bulk milk hauler/samplers, industry plant samplers,
				  and dairy plant samplers, the interval shall include the designated twenty-four
				  (24) month period plus the remaining days of the month in which the inspection
				  is due.
The bulk milk hauler or sampler is any person who collects
				  official samples and may transport raw milk from a farm and/or raw milk
				  products to or from a milk plant, receiving station, or transfer station and
				  has in their possession a permit from any regulatory agency to sample such
				  products. The bulk milk hauler or sampler occupies a unique position making
				  this individual a critical factor in the current structure of milk marketing.
				  As a weigher and sampler, they stand as the official, and frequently the only
				  judge of milk volumes bought and sold. As a milk receiver, the operating habits
				  directly affect the quality and safety of milk committed to their care. When
				  the obligations include the collection and delivery of samples for laboratory
				  analysis, the bulk milk hauler/sampler becomes a vital part of the quality
				  control and regulatory programs affecting producer dairies. Section .04 of this
				  rule requires that Health Officers establish criteria for issuing permits to
				  bulk milk haulers or samplers. These individuals are evaluated at least once
				  each two (2) year period using ADPH-FML-284A.
The industry plant sampler or bulk milk hauler or sampler is
				  a person responsible for the collection of official samples for regulatory
				  purposes at a milk plant, receiving station, or transfer station as outlined in
				  Appendix N. These industry plant samplers are employees of the dairy plant,
				  receiving station, or transfer station and are evaluated at least once each two
				  (2) year period by an SSO or a dSSO. These industry plant samplers are
				  evaluated using ADPH-FML-284A.
The milk tank truck driver is any person who transports raw
				  or pasteurized milk or milk products to or from a milk plant, receiving
				  station, or transfer station. Any transportation of a direct farm pickup
				  requires the milk tank truck driver to have responsibility for accompanying
				  official samples. The criteria for permitting these individuals should embrace
				  at least the following:
TRAINING
- To understand the importance of bulk
				  milk collection and the techniques of sampling, including the use of an
				  approved in-line sampler and approved aseptic samplers for milk tank trucks or
				  for farm bulk milk tanks and/or silos, all bulk milk haulers or samplers and
				  industry plant samplers shall be told why, and instructed how, in the proper
				  procedures of picking up milk and the collection of samples. The Health
				  Officer, dairy field person, route supervisors, or any appropriate person whose
				  techniques and practices are known to meet the requirements can conduct this
				  training. If the Health Officer does not conduct the training, the training
				  shall be approved by or conducted under the supervision of the Health Officer.
				  Training also frequently takes the form of classroom sessions in which the
				  trainer describes pickup practices, demonstrates sampling and care of samples,
				  and affords the candidate the opportunity for guided practice in these
				  techniques. Basic considerations of sanitation and personal cleanliness, which
				  are important to the protection of milk quality, are discussed here. Officials
				  administering weights and measures may participate in these programs and
				  provide instruction in the measuring of milk and the keeping of required
				  records.
An examination, approved by the Health Officer shall be
				  administered at the conclusion of this program. Candidates failing the exam, a
				  score of less than 70 percent, shall be denied permits or licenses until
				  indicated deficiencies are corrected. The examination should be adequate enough
				  to determine if a bulk milk hauler or sampler is competent. The exam shall be
				  composed of a minimum of twenty (20) total questions broken down into the
				  following areas:
1. Six (6) questions relating to sanitation and personal
				  cleanliness.
2. Six (6) questions relating to sampling and weighing
				  procedures.
3. Four (4) questions relating to equipment, including proper
				  use, care, cleaning, etc.
4. Four (4) questions relating to proper record keeping
				  requirements.
Regularly scheduled refresher short courses by the regulatory
				  agents and officials administering weights and measures would assist in
				  maintaining and increasing the efficiency of the bulk milk hauler or sampler.
				  Appropriate training should also be provided to industry plant samplers with
				  regularly scheduled refresher short courses.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Experience - Experience may include a required period of
				  observation during which the candidate accompanies a bulk milk hauler or
				  sampler in the performance of their duties.
2. Personal References - Permit applications should be
				  supported by suitable references testifying to the character and integrity of
				  the candidate.
EVALUATION OF BULK MILK HAULER OR SAMPLER
				  PROCEDURES
The routine inspection of bulk milk hauling or sampling
				  procedures provides the Health Officer with an opportunity to check both the
				  condition of the bulk milk hauler's or sampler's equipment and the degree of
				  conformance with required practices.
The bulk milk hauler's or sampler's technique is best
				  determined when the regulatory agent is able to observe the bulk milk hauler or
				  sampler at one (1) or more farms. Each bulk milk hauler or sampler shall be
				  inspected by the Health Officer prior to the issuance of a permit and at least
				  once every twenty-four (24) months thereafter as referenced in
				  420-3-16-.06. The bulk milk
				  hauler or sampler shall hold a valid permit prior to the collection of official
				  samples. Health Officers may use inspections from any regulatory agency as a
				  means of maintaining record requirements and enforcement.
Note:
The option to utilize inspections of bulk
				  haulers or samplers conducted by other regulatory agencies, as cited above,
				  shall not be applicable to a third party certifier (TPC) authorized under the
				  ICP.
The procedures for sampling and the care of samples should be
				  in compliance with the current edition of
SMEDP
.
Specific items to be evaluated in determining compliance
				  include:
1.
Personal Appearance
- Bulk milk haulers or
				  samplers shall practice good hygiene; shall maintain a neat and clean
				  appearance; and not use tobacco in the milkhouse.
2.
Equipment Requirements
(a) Sample rack and compartment to hold all samples
				  collected.
(b) Refrigerant to hold temperature of milk samples between
				  0°C- 4.5°C (32°F- 40°F).
(c) Sample dipper or other approved aseptic sampling devices
				  of sanitary design and material approved by the Health Officer; clean and in
				  good repair.
(d) Single use sample containers; properly stored.
(e) Calibrated pocket thermometer; certified for accuracy
				  every six (6) months; accuracy ±1°C (2°F).
(f) Approved sanitizing agent and sample dipper
				  container.
(g) Watch for timing milk agitation.
(h) Applicable sanitizer test kit.
(i) Single-service sanitary towels shall be provided for bulk
				  tanks with a measuring rod.
3.
Milk Quality Checks
(a) Examine the milk by sight and smell for any off odor or
				  any other abnormalities that would class the milk as not being acceptable.
				  Reject if necessary.
(b) Wash hands thoroughly, and dry with a clean individual
				  sanitary towel or other approved hand-drying device immediately prior to
				  measuring and/or sampling the milk.
(c) Record milk temperature, collection time (optionally, in
				  military time 24 hour clock), date of pick-up, and bulk milk hauler's or
				  sampler's name and license or permit number on the farm weight ticket; monthly
				  the hauler or sampler shall check the accuracy of the thermometer on each bulk
				  tank and record results when used as a test thermometer. Accuracy of required
				  recording thermometers shall be checked monthly against a standardized
				  thermometer and recorded. Pocket thermometer shall be sanitized before
				  use.
4.
Milk Measurements
(a) The measurement of the milk shall be taken before
				  agitation. If the agitator is running upon arrival at the milkhouse, the
				  measurement can be taken only after the surface of the milk has been
				  quiescent.
(b) Carefully insert the measuring rod, after it has been
				  wiped dry with a clean individual sanitary towel, into the tank. Repeat this
				  procedure until two (2) identical measurements are taken. Record measurements
				  on the farm weight ticket.
(c) Do not contaminate the milk during measurement.
5.
Universal Sampling System
- When bulk milk
				  haulers or samplers collect raw milk samples, the "universal sampling system"
				  shall be employed, whereby samples are collected every time milk is picked up
				  at the farm. This system permits the Health Officer, at its discretion, at any
				  given time and without notification to the industry, to analyze samples
				  collected by the bulk milk hauler/sampler. The use of the "universal sample"
				  puts more validity and faith in samples collected by industry personnel. The
				  following are sampling procedures:
(a) Pick-up and handling practices are conducted to prevent
				  contamination of milk contact surfaces.
(b) The milk shall be agitated a sufficient time to obtain a
				  homogeneous blend. Follow the Health Officer's and/or manufacturer's guidelines
				  or when using an approved aseptic sampling device, follow the specified
				  protocol and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for that device.
(c) While the farm bulk milk tank and/or silo are being
				  agitated, bring the sample container, dipper, dipper container, and sanitizing
				  agent for the outlet valve, or single-service sampling tubes into the milkhouse
				  aseptically. Remove the cap from the farm bulk milk tank and/or silo outlet
				  valve and examine for milk deposits or foreign matter and then sanitize if
				  necessary. Protect the hose cap from contamination when removing it from the
				  transfer hose and during storage.
(d) The sample may only be collected after the milk has been
				  properly agitated or when using an approved aseptic sampling device, follow the
				  specified protocol and SOP for that device. Remove the dipper or sampling
				  device from the sanitizing solution or sterile container and rinse at least
				  twice in the milk.
(e) Collect a representative sample or samples from the farm
				  bulk milk tank and/or silo by using a sample dipper or other approved aseptic
				  sampling device (refer to Section IV Requirements for Using An Approved Aseptic
				  Sampler for Farm Bulk Milk Tanks and Silos of Appendix B for the specific
				  protocol for the use of approved aseptic sampling devices). When transferring
				  milk from the sampling equipment, caution should be used to assure that milk is
				  not spilled back into the farm bulk milk tank and/or silo. Do not fill the
				  sampling container more than three-quarters (3/4) full. Close the cover on the
				  sample container.
(f) The sample dipper shall be rinsed free of milk and placed
				  in its carrying container.
(g) Close the cover or lid of the farm bulk milk tank.
(h) The sample shall be identified with the producer's number
				  at the point of collection.
(i) A temperature control sample shall be taken at the first
				  stop of each load. This sample shall be labeled with collection time
				  (optionally, in military time twenty-four [24] hour clock), date, temperature,
				  and producer and bulk milk hauler or sampler identification.
(j) Place the sample or samples immediately into the sample
				  storage case.
6.
Pump-Out Procedures
(a) Once the measurement and sampling procedures are
				  completed, with the agitator still running, open the outlet valve and start the
				  pump. Turn off the agitator when the level of milk is below the level that will
				  cause over-agitation.
(b) When the milk has been removed from the tank, disconnect
				  the hose from the outlet valve and cap the hose.
(c) Observe the inside surfaces of the bulk tank for foreign
				  matter or extraneous material and record any objectionable observations on the
				  farm weight ticket.
(d) With the outlet valve open, thoroughly rinse the entire
				  inside the surface of the tank with warm water.
7.
Sampling Responsibilities
(a) All sample containers and single-service sampling tubes
				  used for sampling shall comply with all the requirements that are in the
				  current edition of
SMEDP
. Samples shall be cooled to and held
				  between 0°C (32°F) and 4.5°C (40°F) during transit to the
				  laboratory.
(b) Means shall be provided to properly protect the samples
				  in the sample case. Keep refrigerant at an acceptable level.
(c) Racks shall be provided so that the samples are properly
				  cooled in an ice bath.
(d) Adequate insulation of the sample container box or ice
				  chest shall be provided to maintain the proper temperature of the samples
				  throughout the year.
The SSO conducts periodic evaluations of sampling procedures.
				  This program will promote uniformity and compliance of sample collection
				  procedures.
II.
REQUIREMENTS FOR USING AN APPROVED IN-LINE
				  SAMPLER
A protocol specific to each milk producer who direct loads
				  milk tank trucks (through by-passing the use of farm bulk milk tanks or silos)
				  while utilizing an approved in-line sampler shall be developed by the Health
				  Officer in cooperation with the sampling equipment manufacturer, the milk
				  buyer, the milk producer, and the FDA. As a minimum, the protocol should
				  include the following:
1. A description of how the milk sample is to be collected,
				  identified, handled, and stored.
2. A description of the means used to refrigerate the sample
				  collection device and milk sample collection container throughout the milk
				  sample collection period.
3. A means to monitor the sampler device temperature and milk
				  sample temperature and the milk temperature.
4. A description of how and when the sampler is to be cleaned
				  and sanitized, if not of a single use design.
5. A listing of the licensed bulk milk haulers or samplers
				  who have been trained to maintain, operate, clean, and sanitize the sample
				  collection device as well as to collect, identify, handle, and store the milk
				  sample.
6. A description of the method and means that will be used to
				  determine weight of the milk on the milk tank truck.
III.
REQUIREMENTS FOR USING AN APPROVED ASEPTIC SAMPLER
				  FOR MILK TANK TRUCKS
A protocol specific to each milk plant in which industry
				  plant samplers utilize an approved aseptic sampler shall be developed by the
				  Health Officer in cooperation with the sampling equipment manufacturer, the
				  milk plant, and the FDA. As a minimum, the protocol should include the
				  following:
1. A description of how the milk sample is to be collected,
				  identified, handled, and stored.
(a) The aseptic sampler fitting shall be installed according
				  to the manufacturer's recommendations and in a manner that is compatible with
				  its intended use.
(b) The aseptic sampler septum shall be installed according
				  to the manufacturer's instructions.
(c) Transfer of milk is achieved using an SOP specific to the
				  aseptic sampler.
(d) An appropriate device, i.e., a syringe, shall be used to
				  transfer the milk.
2. A description of how and when the aseptic sampler is to be
				  cleaned and sanitized, if not of a single use design, as per the manufacturer's
				  instructions.
3. A listing of the industry plant samplers who have been
				  trained to maintain, operate, clean, and sanitize the aseptic sampler as well
				  as to collect, identify, handle, and store the milk sample.
IV.
REQUIREMENTS FOR USING AN APPROVED ASEPTIC SAMPLER
				  FOR FARM BULK MILK TANKS AND/OR SILOS
A protocol specific to each milk producer in which the milk
				  producer, who transports milk only from his/her own dairy farm, or bulk milk
				  haulers or samplers utilize an approved aseptic sampler shall be developed by
				  the Health Officer in cooperation with the sampling equipment manufacturer, the
				  milk producer and the FDA. As a minimum, the protocol should include the
				  following:
1. A description of how the milk sample is to be collected,
				  identified, handled, and stored.
(a) The aseptic sampler fitting shall be installed according
				  to the manufacturer's recommendations and in a manner that is compatible with
				  its intended use and does not create a dead end.
(b) The aseptic sampler septum shall be installed according
				  to the manufacturer's instructions.
(c) Transfer of milk is achieved using an SOP specific to the
				  aseptic sampler.
2. A description of how and when the aseptic sampler is to be
				  cleaned and sanitized, if not of a single use design, as per the manufacturer's
				  instructions.
3. A listing of the milk producer, who transports milk only
				  from his/her own dairy farm, and/or licensed bulk milk haulers or samplers who
				  have been trained to maintain, operate, clean, and sanitize the aseptic
				  sampling device as well as collect, identify, handle, and store the milk
				  sample.
V.
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SAMPLING OF RAW SHEEP MILK THAT
				  HAS BEEN FROZEN PRIOR TO BEING TESTED FOR APPENDIX N DRUG RESIDUE
Raw sheep milk samples that have previously been frozen may
				  be tested for Appendix N drug residue provided that the sampling protocol shall
				  be approved by the Health Officer in which the dairy farm is located. The
				  sampling protocol shall address the following items:
1. Samples shall be taken by a bulk milk hauler or sampler
				  that is permitted by the Health Officer in which the dairy farm is
				  located.
2. The sampling protocol shall assure that representative
				  samples are taken.
3. A storage protocol that assures that the raw sheep milk
				  and samples are frozen within 24 hours of sample collection in accordance with
				  the handling of the negative control as specified in the FDA/NCIMS 2400 Form
				  for the test kit that is being used.
4. The collected raw sheep milk and samples are stored in a
				  freezer(s) that is properly maintained and temperature monitored in accordance
				  with the FDA/NCIMS 2400 Form General Requirements.
5. Samples delivered to the testing laboratory for testing
				  within sixty (60) days of the freezing of the raw sheep milk.
6. An appropriate sample chain-of-custody shall be utilized
				  to assure sample identification and handling.
7. Copies of the approved sampling protocol shall be on file
				  with the Health Officer and shall be available at the dairy farm, receiving
				  milk plant, and the laboratory performing the testing. If a copy of the
				  sampling protocol is not available at the dairy farm, receiving milk plant, or
				  laboratory performing the testing, a copy shall be made available within
				  twenty-four (24) hours of being requested by the Health Officer.
Note:
If the sampling protocol has not been
				  approved by the Health Officer; is not being followed; the sampling protocol
				  has been modified without the Health Officer's approval; or the dairy farm,
				  receiving milk plant or laboratory performing the testing does not obtain a
				  copy within twenty-four (24) hours of being requested by the Health Officer, it
				  shall be considered an Appendix N violation for the dairy farm and/or receiving
				  milk plant.
VI.
MILK TANK TRUCK PERMITTING AND
				  INSPECTION
Milk tank trucks shall be evaluated annually using the
				  requirements established in
				  420-3-16-.04 and
				  420-3-16-.06 using the
				  ADPH-FML-248B.
PERMITTING
- Each milk tank truck shall bear a
				  permit for the purpose of transporting milk and/or milk products (refer to
				  420-3-16-.04) . The permit shall
				  be issued to the owner of each milk tank truck by an authorized regulatory
				  agency. The permit identification and regulatory agency issuing the permit
				  shall be displayed on the milk tank truck. It is recommended that this permit
				  be renewed each year pending satisfactory completion of an inspection as
				  outlined in the following Inspection Section.
RECIPROCITY
- Each permit shall be recognized by
				  other regulatory agencies under the reciprocal agreements of the NCIMS and
				  supporting documents of this rule. A milk tank truck need only bear one (1)
				  permit from an appropriate Regulatory agency. A milk tank truck may be
				  inspected at any time when deemed appropriate by the Health Officer. Absent
				  proof of a current permit and current inspection, when the milk tank truck is
				  inspected by a Regulatory agency other than the permitting agency, an
				  inspection fee may be charged to the owner of the milk tank truck. This is
				  necessary to allow a milk tank truck to pickup and deliver in several
				  jurisdictions without the need for more than one (1) permit. A Health Officer
				  may have the option of inspecting any milk tank truck at any time when milk and
				  milk products are transported in or out of a particular jurisdiction. It is the
				  responsibility of the milk tank truck owner or operator to maintain a current
				  proof of inspection to avoid a re-inspection fee. Disputes concerning
				  reciprocal agreements on milk tank truck inspection between regulatory agencies
				  may be tendered to the Chair of the NCIMS or the Chair's designee for
				  resolution.
INSPECTION
- Each milk tank truck shall be
				  inspected at least once each year by a regulatory agency (refer to
				  420-3-16-.06) . A copy of the
				  current inspection report shall accompany the milk tank truck at all times, or
				  the tank shall bear an affixed label, which identifies the regulatory agency
				  with the month and year of inspection. The affixed label shall be located near
				  the tank outlet valve or on the front left side of the milk tank truck
				  bulkhead. When significant defects or violations are encountered by a
				  regulatory agency, a copy of the report shall be forwarded to the permitting
				  regulatory agency and also carried on the milk tank truck until the violations
				  are corrected.
Milk tank truck inspections shall be conducted in a suitable
				  location, i.e., a dairy plant, receiving, or transfer station or milk tank
				  truck cleaning facility. Inspections may not require entry of confined spaces
				  as defined by the
Occupational Safety and Health
				  Administration
(OSHA) standards. When significant cleaning,
				  construction, or repair defects are noted, the milk tank truck shall be removed
				  from service until proper confined entry safety requirements can be satisfied
				  to determine cleaning or repairs needed. Cleaning or repairs may be verified by
				  a qualified individual to the satisfaction of the Health Officer.
Inspection reports completed by regulatory agencies other
				  than the permitting agency shall be forwarded to the permitting agency for
				  verification of inspection as required in the Permitting Section of this
				  appendix. The permitting agency may use these reports to satisfy permit
				  requirements.
MILK TANK TRUCK STANDARDS
- All items of
				  ADPH-FML248B fall into the categories of "Compliance," "Non-Compliance," or
				  "Not Applicable" as determined during the inspection.
The following Items relate to ADPH-FML-248B:
1. Samples and sampling equipment (when provided).
(a) Sample containers shall be stored to preclude
				  contamination.
(b) The sample box shall be in good repair and kept
				  clean.
(c) Sample transfer instrument shall be cleaned and sanitized
				  to ensure that proper samples are collected.
(d) The sample transfer instrument container is provided and
				  adequate means for maintaining sanitizer solutions is on hand.
(e) The samples are properly stored to preclude
				  contamination.
(f) The sample storage compartment shall be clean.
(g) Samples are maintained at an acceptable temperature
				  0°C-4.5°C (32°F-40°F) and a temperature control sample is
				  provided.
(h) An approved thermometer is available for use by the
				  sampler. The accuracy of the thermometer is checked each six (6) months with
				  the results and date recorded on the carrying case.
2.
Product Temperature 7°C (45°F) or
				  Less
(a) The product temperature shall meet all the requirements
				  of 420-3-16-.7, Items 18r-Raw Milk Cooling and 17p-Cooling of Milk and Milk
				  Products.
(b) Product that remains in external transfer systems that
				  exceeds 7°C (45°F) is discarded. This includes pumps, hoses, air
				  elimination equipment, or metering systems.
3.
Equipment Construction, Cleaning, Sanitizing, and
				  Repair:
Items a. through l. on ADPH-FML-248B shall be evaluated
				  according to the following criteria:
(a) Construction and Repair Requirements.
(1) The milk tank truck and all appurtenances shall meet
				  applicable requirements of
				  420-3-16-.10(10),
				  Item 10p-Sanitary Piping and
				  420-3-16-.10(11).
				  Construction and Repair of Containers and Equipment. Equipment manufactured in
				  conformity with 3-A Sanitary Standards, complies with sanitary design and
				  construction requirements.
(2) The interior of the milk tank trucks shall be constructed
				  of smooth, non-absorbent, corrosion-resistant, non-toxic material; and it shall
				  be maintained in good repair.
(3) The appurtenances of the milk tank truck includes aseptic
				  samples, if applicable, hoses, pumps, and fittings, shall be constructed of
				  smooth, non-toxic cleanable material; and shall be maintained in good repair.
				  Where flexibility is required, the fluid transfer system shall be free draining
				  and so supported to maintain uniform slope and alignment. They shall be easily
				  disassembled and accessible for inspection.
(4) The cabinet portion(s) of the tank used for the storage
				  of appurtenances and sampling equipment, where applicable, shall be constructed
				  to preclude contamination by dust, dirt; be clean; and in good repair.
(5) The milk tank truck dome lid assembly, vent, and dust
				  cover shall be designed to protect the tank and milk from contamination.
(b) Cleaning and Sanitizing Requirements
1. The milk tank truck and all of its appurtenances shall be
				  cleaned and sanitized in accordance with applicable requirements of
				  420-3-16-.10(12),
				  Item 12p-Cleaning and Sanitizing of Containers and Equipment.
2. The milk tank truck shall be cleaned and sanitized prior
				  to its first use. When the time elapsed after cleaning and sanitizing, and
				  before its first use, exceeds ninety-six (96) hours the tank shall be
				  re-sanitized.
3. It is allowable to pickup multiple loads continuously
				  within a twenty-four (24) hour period, provided the milk tank truck is washed
				  after each day's used.
4.
Exterior Condition of Tank
- The exterior of
				  the milk tank truck is properly constructed and in good repair. Defects and
				  damage that would adversely affect products contained in the milk tank truck
				  are pointed out on ADPH-FML-248B and corrective actions are prescribed.
				  Cleanliness of the milk tank truck exterior is evaluated with consideration for
				  existing weather and environmental conditions.
5.
Wash and Sanitize Record
(a) The bulk milk hauler or sampler shall be responsible for
				  assuring that the milk tank truck has been properly cleaned and sanitized at a
				  permitted milk plant, receiving station, transfer station, or milk tank truck
				  cleaning facility. A milk tank truck without proper cleaning and sanitizing
				  documentation shall not be loaded or unloaded until the proper cleaning and
				  sanitization can be verified.
Note:
The option to use non-IMS listed milk tank
				  truck cleaning facilities, as cited in a. above, shall not be applicable to a
				  TPC authorized under the ICP.
(b) A cleaning and sanitizing tag shall be affixed to the
				  outlet valve of the milk tank truck until the milk tank truck is next washed
				  and sanitized. When the milk tank truck is washed and sanitized, the previous
				  cleaning and sanitizing tag shall be removed and stored at the location where
				  the milk tank truck was washed for a period of not less than fifteen (15)
				  days.
(c) The following information shall be recorded on the
				  cleaning and sanitization tag:
(1) Identification of the milk tank truck.
(2) Date and time (optionally, in military time [24] hour
				  clock) of day the milk tank truck was cleaned and sanitized.
(3) Location where the milk tank truck was cleaned and
				  sanitized.
(4) Signature or initials of the person who cleaned and
				  sanitized the milk tank truck.
(d) The maintenance of all information on the cleaning and
				  sanitizing tag shall be the responsibility of the bulk milk hauler or sampler
				  or the milk tank truck operator.
(e) States shall submit to the NCIMS Executive Secretary an
				  updated list of all currently permitted non-IMS listed milk tank truck cleaning
				  facilities. The list is to be submitted for publication on the NCIMS web
				  site.
6.
Location of Last Cleaning and
				  Sanitizing
The location of the last cleaning and sanitizing shall be
				  verified by the Health Officer during any milk tank truck inspection and
				  recorded on the ADPH-FML-248B.
7.
Labeling
- The maintenance of all pertinent
				  information on all shipping documents, shipping invoices, bills of lading, or
				  weight tickets is the responsibility of the bulk milk hauler/sampler. A milk
				  tank truck transporting raw, heat-treated, or pasteurized milk, and milk
				  products to a milk plant from another milk plant, receiving station, or
				  transfer station is required to be marked with the name and address of the milk
				  plant or hauler and the milk tank truck shall be under a proper seal. All
				  shipping documents shall contain the following information as outlined in
				  420-3-16-.05:
(a) Shipper's name, address, and permit number -Each milk
				  tank truck load of milk shall include the IMS BTU identification number(s) or
				  the IMS listed milk plant number for farm groups listed with a milk plant on
				  the farm weight ticket or manifest;
(b) Permit identification of the hauler, if not an employee
				  of the shipper.
(c) Point of origin of shipment.
(d) Milk tank truck identification number.
(e) Name of product.
(f) Weight of product.
(g) Temperature of product when loaded.
(h) Date of shipment.
(i) Name of supervising regulatory agency at the point of
				  origin of shipment.
(j) Whether the contents are raw, pasteurized, or in the case
				  of cream, lowfat or skim milk, whether it has been heat-treated.
(k) Seal number on inlet, outlet, wash connections, and
				  vents; and
(l) Grade of product.
All information contained on the above described documents
				  shall be verified by the regulatory agency and recorded on the appropriate
				  inspection sheet for any bulk milk tank trucks under inspection.
8.
Vehicle and Milk Tank Truck Properly Identified
- It shall be the responsibility of the milk tank truck owner or
				  operator to ensure the proper and legible identification of the milk tank
				  truck(s) in their possession.
9.
Previous Inspection Sheet or Affixed Label Available
- When a milk tank truck transports milk and milk products from one (1)
				  regulatory jurisdiction to another it is not necessary to inspect each milk
				  tank truck upon each arrival. Milk tank truck owners and operators shall carry
				  proof of annual inspection from a recognized regulatory agency. A milk tank
				  truck may be inspected at any time or at the discretion of any regulatory
				  agency responsible for the milk supply.
10.
Sample Chain-of-Custody
- When samples for
				  official laboratory analysis are transported by any individual where the sample
				  chain-of-custody must be established, the driver may be required to carry a
				  valid permit or shall be evaluated biennially for the collection of samples for
				  official laboratory analysis. The criteria from Section I, Evaluation of Bulk
				  Milk Hauler or Sampler Procedures, Item 7, Sampling Responsibilities of this
				  appendix shall be used as the basis for the evaluation. As an alternative, a
				  sample case sealed as required by the regulatory agency may be
				  accepted.
Author:
G. M. Gallaspy, Jr.
Statutory Authority:
Code of Ala. 1975,
					 §§
											22-2-2,
					 22-20-7.