Division 2 F1

In order to be given approval each semen storage centre shall:

1. (a)

   in the case the storage is not limited to semen of a single species collected at semen collection centres approved in accordance with this Directive, or embryos are stored at the centre in compliance with this Directive, be given distinct veterinary registration numbers referred to in Article 11(4) for each of the species the semen of which is stored at the centre;

2. (b)

   be placed under the permanent supervision of a centre veterinarian authorised by the competent authority;

3. (c)

   have a semen storage room furnished with the necessary installation to store the semen and/or the embryos, which is so constructed that it protects those products and the installation from adverse weather and environment effects;

4. (d)

   be so constructed that contact with outside livestock or other animals is prevented;

5. (e)

   be so constructed that the entire centre except the office rooms and, in the case of equidae the exercise area, can be readily cleansed and disinfected;

6. (f)

   be so constructed that unauthorised access of people is effectively prevented.