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Paragraph 5 Accommodation

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(1)

A pig must be free to turn around without difficulty at all times.

(2)

The accommodation used for pigs must be constructed in such a way as to allow each pig to—

(a)

stand up, lie down and rest without difficulty;

(b)

have a clean, comfortable and adequately drained place in which it can rest;

(c)

see other pigs, except—

(i)

where the pig is isolated for veterinary reasons; or

(ii)

in the week before the expected farrowing time and during farrowing, when sows and gilts may be kept out of sight of other pigs;

(d)

maintain a comfortable temperature; and

(e)

have enough space to allow all the animals to lie down at the same time.