Division 2 Storage

Each embryo collectionF1or production team shall ensure that the embryos are stored at suitable temperatures in premises approved for the purpose by the competent authority.

In order to be approved these premises must:

1. (i)

   comprise at least one lockable room intended exclusively for embryo storage;

2. (ii)

   be easy to cleanse and disinfect;

3. (iii)

   have permanent records of all incoming and outgoing movements of embryos. The final destination of the embryos in particular shall be specified in such records;

4. (iv)

   be subject to inspection by the official veterinarian.

The competent authority may authorize the storage of semen that fulfils the requirements of Directive 88/407/EEC in the approved storage premises.